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 1st November 2021
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Happy November!
Did you remember to turn your clock back by an hour yesterday? If you did, well done! It's easy to forget, especially if your children have been busy trick or treating! So we thought we would remind you that British Summer Time ended at 2am on Sunday 31st October. You can find all the details here.
Summer might be over, but the fun doesn't stop here! We have lots of activities to enjoy and learn about this month with Bonfire Night, Remembrance Day, and Stir Up Sunday all happening in November. Did you know that there is another special celebration happening on the 4th November too? It's called Diwali which means 'the festival of lights'. You can learn all about it in our Diwali for Kids feature.
Happy Reading
The Family Nurture Support Team
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Remember, Remember the 5th of November!
It’s not long until Bonfire night! Find out how to enjoy the festivities safely on the Child Accident Prevention Trust's website.
Read about Firework Safety here.
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Fire and Smoke Alarms
The law on Fire Alarms is changing. From February 2022, all Scottish homes will need to have interlinked alarms. For details, visit the Scottish Government website.
Find out more here.
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Teach your child about diversity
- Did you know that involving children in festivals, and different celebrations from around the world, helps them to learn about themselves and others? Find out more in this great Teach Early Years article.
- Watch Twinkl teacher Hannah read a story called 'We are all different' in this video celebrating diversity.
#Awareness&Inclusion
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Just spending five minutes a day on one of these activities will help to build a strong and secure attachment between you and your child. You are laying the foundation for your child's physical, cognitive, social and emotional development. |
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Play Safe
Remember to make sure all objects are clean and safe for your child to play with. Stay with your child to make sure they are happy. Explore the activity together.
Read this Parent Club article for more tips on how to stay safe.
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Are you ready to join a group?
Five To Thrive Online is a FREE, fun and engaging session for parents and children aged 0-3 years. Try out new activities, meet other families and learn about the five building blocks of child development: PLAY, TALK, RELAX, CUDDLE & RESPOND.
Email us: famnurtsupport@angus.gov.uk
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Did you know Diwali is happening on 4th November?
Diwali is a festival of lights and one of the major festivals celebrated by Hindus, Jains, Sikhs and some Buddhists. The festival lasts five days and is celebrated from late October through to early November. The third day of Diwali will be celebrated on Thursday 4th November this year.
The Festival of Lights celebrates the victory of light over darkness. Hindus light small lamps filled with oil called Diyas. This is done on the night of the new moon to welcome the goddess of wealth Lakshmi. The Diyas are lit and placed in rows to light up homes, streets and rivers. Families decorate their houses, buy small items of gold and celebrate with candles, fireworks and sweets.
To learn more, check out the links below:
#Diwali #LightUpYourLife #Celebrate
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Incredible Years groups are available online NOW!
For parents and carers of children aged 3 – 6 years. Incredible Years helps you to manage your child’s behavior in a positive way.
For more information:
Email: famnurtsupport@angus.gov.uk
Call: 01307 494 746 (open Tues & Thurs 2-4pm)
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“Put your heart, mind, and soul into even your smallest acts. This is the secret of success.”
Swami Sivananda
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We can't pour from an empty bucket. Remember to care for yourself so that you can be the best version of you! That is the only way you will have the energy and patience to be the best parent you can be.
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Hygge for Wellbeing
Hygge is the Danish concept of living in the moment, embracing the simple things and being with friends and family. It's believed to be the reason Danish people are so happy compared to the rest of the world. The Happiness Research Centre is actually located in Copenhagen, Denmark - so they definitely know their stuff when it comes to self-care!
Why not harness the power of this simple idea and use it to improve your wellbeing this winter? There are lots of ideas on the Hygge in the Early Years website. One of their suggestions is to create a cosy nook for reading your favourite books this Winter.
P.S. Children will love a book nook too! Check out our Learn, Inspire, Create & Watch feature to get instructions for creating your very own cosy kids book corner.
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Keep Cosy and Socialise
Last year, we all became familiar with socialising outdoors in Winter. Even though restrictions aren't that tight right now, getting outdoors should still be our top priority! There is so much evidence that being outdoors has positive effects on our health and wellbeing.
As the days grow shorter, it's even more important that we get out there to make the most of that Vitamin D stimulating sunlight. So why not take advantage of this natural wellbeing booster and socialise outdoors this Winter? If you need ideas for how to keep your family cosy in the Winter months, read these top tips from the National Childbirth Trust. You can also read this article to learn why it's important for children to play outside too!
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Top up your Self Care Box
Cinnamon, apple, pomegranate, orange, nutmeg - all the Winter scents are hitting the shops. This month try to choose something that smells comforting to you. Pop it in your box and try to take a deep whiff every day.
Do you have a great idea for the Self-Care box? Email us: famnurtsupport@angus.gov.uk
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Learn
Makaton is a simplified sign language often used in nurseries. Signs are brilliant for helping babies and toddlers to communicate. You can learn your first signs for FREE on the Makaton website.
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Inspire
Do you have numbers around your home? Displaying numbers and counting materials can inspire your child to explore their early maths skills. Check out these FREE Bonfire Night number displays that you can print at home.
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Create
Does your child have a place to get cosy and read stories at home? Find out why this is important and how to make your own cosy book corner on the Scottish Booktrust Website.
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Watch
Watch Dipal's Diwali and find out all about the festival of lights.
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 Introducing the Carnoustie & Monifieth
Family Nurture Support Team
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Vikki Blake
Family Nurture Support Worker
Carnoustie & Monifieth
My favourite thing about bonfire night is drawing in the night sky with sparklers.
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Anne Prow
Family Nurture Support Worker
Carnoustie & Monifeith
My favourite thing about bonfire night is wrapping tatties in foil and putting them in the fire.
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 What's on in Carnoustie & Monifieth?
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Carnoustie Wellbeing Café are hosting the Wee Wander Walk every Tuesday at 1pm meeting outside Carnoustie Library. Find our more on the Communities Team Facebook page.
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BONANZA Coffee Morning is happening on Sat 20 November from 10am - 1pm in Monifieth Parish Church (High Street, DD5 4AA) in aid of Cancer Research. Tickets are £3 for tea & coffee and a freshly made pancake.
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Carnoustie Light Switch On is set to happen Sunday 28th November from 1pm. Stalls, music, entertainment, food and SANTA! The Christmas Tree will be lit at 5.30pm. Find out more on the Carnoustie Community Council Facebook page.
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Pass It Forward is a new shop in Carnoustie offering discounted children's goods. They stock baby equipment, children's clothes and toys in new and used conditions. The shop is open for donations and happy to help in the community. Find more info on the Pass It Forward Facebook page.
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Monikie Toddlers meet on Friday mornings 10am - 12pm at the Monikie War Memorial Hall. There is a cost of £2 and you can contact the group online via their Facebook Page.
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Bookbug is BACK!
Local Bookbug sessions are back on with face-to-face sessions happening in libraries across Angus. Children under 5 can discover the benefits of sharing stories, songs and rhymes while parents enjoy socialising too!
Find your local Bookbug sessions here.
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 What's on in Angus?
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Learn Laugh Play groups are now ONLINE!
Are you pregnant or a parent of young children? Join your local Learn Laugh Play group to meet other parents and get great ideas for activities, cooking and more!
Email: cldforfar@angus.gov.uk
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Listen to this nursery rhyme on Mama Lisa's website.
आई दीवाली
(Diwali Aayi)
Diwali Song
(Hindi)
आई दीवाली, आई दीवाली,
आई दीवाली रे.
डीप जलाओ, खुशी मनाओ,
आई दीवाली रे.
खूब चले फुलझड़ी औरपटाखे,
आई दीवाली रे..
सबको बाँटों खूब मिठाई
आई दीवाली रे.
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Diwali Song
Diwali has come, Diwali has come,
Diwali has come,
Light the lamps and rejoice,
Diwali has come
Lots of sparklers and firecrackers,
Diwali has come
Share lots of sweets with everyone
Diwali has come!
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Robyn loves playing outside in Winter!
Have you tried warming up with a hot chocolate after being outside? Do you have any other top tips for playing outdoors in Winter?
Let us know!
famnurtsupport@angus.gov.uk
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That's all folks! We would love to hear your feedback. Please send all newsletter related enquiries and feedback to famnurtsupport@angus.gov.uk
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