Storytime has always held a special place in childrens & family life. Whether it’s cuddling up at bedtime or bringing a picture book to life through imaginative play, storytelling is one of the most powerful ways we support children’s learning in the early years. Classic stories such as Elmer, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, and Winnie the Pooh have delighted generations with their warmth, humour, and gentle wisdom.

Every child deserves the chance to feel understood, valued, and confident in their ability to connect with the world around them. For children with ADHD, however, social communication and emotional development can feel like climbing a hill that keeps changing shape. Impulsivity, difficulty focusing, sensory overload, and challenges with emotional regulation can make everyday interactions more complex. Yet, there is hope, support, and a wonderfully effective tool right at our fingertips: play.

Tune into the full episode of Play Bridges Minds, Voices & Hearts on the Play, Learn & Create with Edx Education podcast available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms. You’ll find practical tips, laughter, and heartfelt advice to support neurodivergent children through the joy of play.

Discover how to make maths active and fun with Edx Education’s Counting with Movement blog by Heather Welch. Learn playful ways to teach counting through movement using Joey Jump, Step-a-Trails, and Bean Bags. Perfect for parents and caregivers looking to boost gross motor skills and early numeracy through hands-on, energetic play.

Discover how play builds early maths readiness. Heather Welch from Edx Education explains how hands-on learning with toys like the Maths 101 Kits and Number Rods supports children’s confidence and school preparation.

Discover how pattern recognition builds early maths and logic skills through play. Explore Edx Education’s Pattern Blocks, Rainbow Pebbles®, and GeoStix® perfect for preschool STEM learning.

Discover how play-based learning can support neurodivergent children in inclusive classrooms. Written by Heather Welch, Author of Happy Children Play and General Manager UK at Edx Education, this blog explores practical ideas for sensory-friendly environments, visual learning, and the power of play to help every child thrive.

This Dyspraxia Awareness Week, from 1st to 7th October 2025, Edx Education is shining a spotlight on the power of...