S1E5 Little Library: Spiro

Welcome to the Learn Play Thrive Little Library! In this episode, we dive into the award-winning Australian picture book, Spiro, authored and illustrated by Anna McGregor, and published by Scribble. This heartwarming tale of a determined little spider is the perfect tool for teaching young children about perseverance and resilience.In this episode, we explore:- How Spiro’s story connects to EYLF V2.0 key learning outcomes, including a growth mindset.- Why the book is a great provocation for inquiry-based learning about insects and ecosystems.- The clever use of onomatopoeia and the striking neon illustrations that make this book so engaging for young learners.We also share three play-based learning ideas to bring the story to life in your learning service:1. Creepy Crawly small world play.2. Engineering a spider's web.3. Mark marking with neon colours through the visual arts.Join us to celebrate the power of a great story and get inspired! 🎧If you enjoyed this episode, consider leaving us a review on your favourite podcast platform.Have questions or feedback? Connect with us on social media or email us at [email protected] with Us:- Website: www.learnplaythrive.com.au- Instagram: @learnplaythrive_- Facebook: @Learn Play Thrive Australia- Email: [email protected]