Marcella Towler
@marcellatowler.bsky.social
Lecturer, Early Years and Childhood Studies, UCC School of Education. Co-Researcher Nurture through Nature. Froebel,Nature STEAM,Aistear,Action Lesotho.
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There is still time to book for our upcoming webinar, celebrating the new book - The Power of Froebel! 🌿
The book, published by Routledge, shares insights from Scotland’s flourishing community of Froebel-inspired early childhood educators.
📅 15th January
🕖 7pm
💻 Zoom
The book, published by Routledge, shares insights from Scotland’s flourishing community of Froebel-inspired early childhood educators.
📅 15th January
🕖 7pm
💻 Zoom
December 29, 2025 at 11:30 AM
There is still time to book for our upcoming webinar, celebrating the new book - The Power of Froebel! 🌿
The book, published by Routledge, shares insights from Scotland’s flourishing community of Froebel-inspired early childhood educators.
📅 15th January
🕖 7pm
💻 Zoom
The book, published by Routledge, shares insights from Scotland’s flourishing community of Froebel-inspired early childhood educators.
📅 15th January
🕖 7pm
💻 Zoom
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Do Good December - Day 25: Treat everyone with kindness today, including yourself! actionforhappiness.org/do-good-dece... #DoGoodDecember
December 25, 2025 at 7:01 AM
Do Good December - Day 25: Treat everyone with kindness today, including yourself! actionforhappiness.org/do-good-dece... #DoGoodDecember
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Sending love to...
December 25, 2025 at 8:19 AM
Sending love to...
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Our Falkirk Froebel Network has a chapter in this book along with many other fabulous chapters from other authors. It would be great to see some of our Falkirk Froebel Family & Friends at this celebration of the book free webinar, along with meeting & hearing from other authors. 💕🍃⬇️
Coming this January… a webinar celebrating the book, The Power of Froebel, edited by Lynn J. McNair and Luke J. Addison! 🎉
📅 Thursday 15th January 2026
🕖 7pm
💻 Zoom
📅 Thursday 15th January 2026
🕖 7pm
💻 Zoom
December 17, 2025 at 5:36 PM
Our Falkirk Froebel Network has a chapter in this book along with many other fabulous chapters from other authors. It would be great to see some of our Falkirk Froebel Family & Friends at this celebration of the book free webinar, along with meeting & hearing from other authors. 💕🍃⬇️
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Join us for this special online event that will bring together the book’s editors and authors to share their insights and experiences about the power of Froebel in Scotland. 🌿
Learn more about the event and how to book your free place on our website.
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#FroebelianPractice #Webinar
Learn more about the event and how to book your free place on our website.
🔗 bit.ly/4q8JU6x
#FroebelianPractice #Webinar
Webinar: The Power of Froebel with Lynn McNair and Luke Addison
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December 17, 2025 at 9:43 AM
Join us for this special online event that will bring together the book’s editors and authors to share their insights and experiences about the power of Froebel in Scotland. 🌿
Learn more about the event and how to book your free place on our website.
🔗 bit.ly/4q8JU6x
#FroebelianPractice #Webinar
Learn more about the event and how to book your free place on our website.
🔗 bit.ly/4q8JU6x
#FroebelianPractice #Webinar
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🔎 Resource Spotlight: Time for Childhood: Slow Pedagogy 🌿
During a season known for hecticness, we’re shining a light on our Slow Pedagogy pamphlet, a Froebelian practice that nurtures a child’s time for play, learning and relationships.
During a season known for hecticness, we’re shining a light on our Slow Pedagogy pamphlet, a Froebelian practice that nurtures a child’s time for play, learning and relationships.
December 15, 2025 at 9:30 AM
🔎 Resource Spotlight: Time for Childhood: Slow Pedagogy 🌿
During a season known for hecticness, we’re shining a light on our Slow Pedagogy pamphlet, a Froebelian practice that nurtures a child’s time for play, learning and relationships.
During a season known for hecticness, we’re shining a light on our Slow Pedagogy pamphlet, a Froebelian practice that nurtures a child’s time for play, learning and relationships.
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Implications and contrasts underlying Froebelian idealist/rationalist and US empiricist approach to drawing leading curriculum reform in 19th century.
Paedagogica Historica: Vol 61, No 6 www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1...
www.tandfonline.com/eprint/QTEVZ...
Implications and contrasts underlying Froebelian idealist/rationalist and US empiricist approach to drawing leading curriculum reform in 19th century.
Paedagogica Historica: Vol 61, No 6 www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1...
Rationalism and empiricism: contrasting approaches to drawing as education reform in the late nineteenth century
Distinct from studies that discuss art education and the formation of a visual culture, this article compares the different uses and ends which drawing served in Ontario and the United States in la...
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December 12, 2025 at 2:45 PM
Access to latest article⬇️
www.tandfonline.com/eprint/QTEVZ...
Implications and contrasts underlying Froebelian idealist/rationalist and US empiricist approach to drawing leading curriculum reform in 19th century.
Paedagogica Historica: Vol 61, No 6 www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1...
www.tandfonline.com/eprint/QTEVZ...
Implications and contrasts underlying Froebelian idealist/rationalist and US empiricist approach to drawing leading curriculum reform in 19th century.
Paedagogica Historica: Vol 61, No 6 www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1...
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Twinkle, Twinkle, Froebel Star…
This December, let the festive creativity flow by making a Froebel Star to add to your decorations! ⭐
This December, let the festive creativity flow by making a Froebel Star to add to your decorations! ⭐
How to make a Froebel Star
Friedrich Froebel, inventor of kindergarten, wrote about "Occupations and Gifts" - educational activities which enable children to be creative, to communicate, develop physical and problem-solving…
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December 8, 2025 at 9:15 AM
Twinkle, Twinkle, Froebel Star…
This December, let the festive creativity flow by making a Froebel Star to add to your decorations! ⭐
This December, let the festive creativity flow by making a Froebel Star to add to your decorations! ⭐
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“It's really important to mention that it’s not at all necessary to be a good singer, all the words are not needed to be known, children just love a song.” – Paula Lester
Thank you to everyone who attended our webinar, Singing with Young Children! 🎶
Thank you to everyone who attended our webinar, Singing with Young Children! 🎶
December 2, 2025 at 8:17 PM
“It's really important to mention that it’s not at all necessary to be a good singer, all the words are not needed to be known, children just love a song.” – Paula Lester
Thank you to everyone who attended our webinar, Singing with Young Children! 🎶
Thank you to everyone who attended our webinar, Singing with Young Children! 🎶
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This powerful new book introduces an innovative, evidence-based approach to the development of Early Childhood Education—rooted in Froebelian pedagogy and designed to promote ethical practice.
Essential reading for anyone passionate about shaping the future of early childhood education.
Essential reading for anyone passionate about shaping the future of early childhood education.
November 28, 2025 at 5:15 PM
This powerful new book introduces an innovative, evidence-based approach to the development of Early Childhood Education—rooted in Froebelian pedagogy and designed to promote ethical practice.
Essential reading for anyone passionate about shaping the future of early childhood education.
Essential reading for anyone passionate about shaping the future of early childhood education.
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Time is running out to book onto our FREE webinar, Singing with Young Children, featuring guests, Paula Lester, Rachna Joshi and Dr Jane Read! 🎉
📅 2nd December
🕖 7pm
📍 Online Zoom event
(1/3)
📅 2nd December
🕖 7pm
📍 Online Zoom event
(1/3)
November 26, 2025 at 9:15 AM
Time is running out to book onto our FREE webinar, Singing with Young Children, featuring guests, Paula Lester, Rachna Joshi and Dr Jane Read! 🎉
📅 2nd December
🕖 7pm
📍 Online Zoom event
(1/3)
📅 2nd December
🕖 7pm
📍 Online Zoom event
(1/3)
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Can you help demonstrate the value of woodwork in early years settings by sharing your experience? 💡
The Big Bang Research Project is in its final phase of a seven-year study, evaluating the value of woodwork provision for young children, and there is still time for you to contribute.
The Big Bang Research Project is in its final phase of a seven-year study, evaluating the value of woodwork provision for young children, and there is still time for you to contribute.
November 24, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Can you help demonstrate the value of woodwork in early years settings by sharing your experience? 💡
The Big Bang Research Project is in its final phase of a seven-year study, evaluating the value of woodwork provision for young children, and there is still time for you to contribute.
The Big Bang Research Project is in its final phase of a seven-year study, evaluating the value of woodwork provision for young children, and there is still time for you to contribute.
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Hello all. I know there are lots of important needs out there in the world, but if you are interested in supporting autism services in Cork, we are raising funds for the Rainbow Club and I can speak from experience that they are excellent.
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Donate to Running in Red for the Rainbow Club – CUBS EMBA Santa Dash, organized by Cork University Business School
We are the EMBA class at Cork University Business School, and… Cork University Business School needs your support for Running in Red for the Rainbow Club – CUBS EMBA Santa Dash
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November 20, 2025 at 1:20 PM
Hello all. I know there are lots of important needs out there in the world, but if you are interested in supporting autism services in Cork, we are raising funds for the Rainbow Club and I can speak from experience that they are excellent.
www.gofundme.com/f/running-in...
www.gofundme.com/f/running-in...
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It explores the power of play in early childhood learning and development, featuring real-life examples from Early Years practice.
#Froebel #FroebelianPedagogy #PowerofPlay #EarlyYears #EarlyYearsSetting #EmpoweringLearning #FreeResource #FroebelianResource
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It explores the power of play in early childhood learning and development, featuring real-life examples from Early Years practice.
#Froebel #FroebelianPedagogy #PowerofPlay #EarlyYears #EarlyYearsSetting #EmpoweringLearning #FreeResource #FroebelianResource
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Pamphlets and guides
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November 19, 2025 at 11:40 AM
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It explores the power of play in early childhood learning and development, featuring real-life examples from Early Years practice.
#Froebel #FroebelianPedagogy #PowerofPlay #EarlyYears #EarlyYearsSetting #EmpoweringLearning #FreeResource #FroebelianResource
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It explores the power of play in early childhood learning and development, featuring real-life examples from Early Years practice.
#Froebel #FroebelianPedagogy #PowerofPlay #EarlyYears #EarlyYearsSetting #EmpoweringLearning #FreeResource #FroebelianResource
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Ireland's World Cup dream is alive and well after a remarkable, come-from-behind victory in Budapest, beating Hungary 3-2 at the Puskas Arena
Remarkable Parrott hat-trick earns World Cup play-off
Ireland's World Cup dream is alive and well after a remarkable, come-from-behind victory in Budapest, beating Hungary 3-2 at the Puskas Arena.
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November 16, 2025 at 4:32 PM
Ireland's World Cup dream is alive and well after a remarkable, come-from-behind victory in Budapest, beating Hungary 3-2 at the Puskas Arena
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November 16, 2025 at 5:12 PM
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Wishing all our fab Falkirk educators attending the University of Edinburgh @morayhouse.bsky.social at their Froebel in Childhood Practice course a fabulous in person day of learning. 💕🍃
@woodlandselcc.bsky.social
@camelonelcc.bsky.social
@langleeselcc.bsky.social
@borrowstounelcc.bsky.social
@woodlandselcc.bsky.social
@camelonelcc.bsky.social
@langleeselcc.bsky.social
@borrowstounelcc.bsky.social
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November 15, 2025 at 8:17 AM
Wishing all our fab Falkirk educators attending the University of Edinburgh @morayhouse.bsky.social at their Froebel in Childhood Practice course a fabulous in person day of learning. 💕🍃
@woodlandselcc.bsky.social
@camelonelcc.bsky.social
@langleeselcc.bsky.social
@borrowstounelcc.bsky.social
@woodlandselcc.bsky.social
@camelonelcc.bsky.social
@langleeselcc.bsky.social
@borrowstounelcc.bsky.social
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Another fabulous podcast, thanks to @froebeltrust.bsky.social
Great to listen & reflect on these conversations.
Loved that our @falkirkfroebel.bsky.social Falkirk Froebelian @wpsdonna.bsky.social is sharing her perspective through the ‘present’ lens. 🪴💕
Great to listen & reflect on these conversations.
Loved that our @falkirkfroebel.bsky.social Falkirk Froebelian @wpsdonna.bsky.social is sharing her perspective through the ‘present’ lens. 🪴💕
New podcast episode now out! 🚨 Froebelian Education: Past, Present and Future! 🎙️
Following the International Froebel Society Conference in the summer, we caught up with six Froebelians across the globe to explore Froebel’s influence throughout history. 🌿
Following the International Froebel Society Conference in the summer, we caught up with six Froebelians across the globe to explore Froebel’s influence throughout history. 🌿
November 15, 2025 at 8:05 AM
Another fabulous podcast, thanks to @froebeltrust.bsky.social
Great to listen & reflect on these conversations.
Loved that our @falkirkfroebel.bsky.social Falkirk Froebelian @wpsdonna.bsky.social is sharing her perspective through the ‘present’ lens. 🪴💕
Great to listen & reflect on these conversations.
Loved that our @falkirkfroebel.bsky.social Falkirk Froebelian @wpsdonna.bsky.social is sharing her perspective through the ‘present’ lens. 🪴💕
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Absolutely, sing with young children.
And that doesn’t include a whiteboard doing it for us btw!
Recommended training by Early Education, Froebel, and me😁
And that doesn’t include a whiteboard doing it for us btw!
Recommended training by Early Education, Froebel, and me😁
Singing with Young Children Webinar
www.froebel.org.uk
November 14, 2025 at 8:14 PM
Absolutely, sing with young children.
And that doesn’t include a whiteboard doing it for us btw!
Recommended training by Early Education, Froebel, and me😁
And that doesn’t include a whiteboard doing it for us btw!
Recommended training by Early Education, Froebel, and me😁
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We had a fantastic Educators online ‘Being Us collaboration with @westrayalison.bsky.social
reflecting on “Stretched Time” & hearing from Papdale & Cranstonhill
Along with wonderful guests & speaker Dr Lynn McNair provoking connections to Froebel & slow 💕🪴
reflecting on “Stretched Time” & hearing from Papdale & Cranstonhill
Along with wonderful guests & speaker Dr Lynn McNair provoking connections to Froebel & slow 💕🪴
November 14, 2025 at 5:52 PM
We had a fantastic Educators online ‘Being Us collaboration with @westrayalison.bsky.social
reflecting on “Stretched Time” & hearing from Papdale & Cranstonhill
Along with wonderful guests & speaker Dr Lynn McNair provoking connections to Froebel & slow 💕🪴
reflecting on “Stretched Time” & hearing from Papdale & Cranstonhill
Along with wonderful guests & speaker Dr Lynn McNair provoking connections to Froebel & slow 💕🪴
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November 13, 2025 at 6:01 PM
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Children and technology - a topic that we're asked about often and one which we'll be unpicking at EECERA 2026 in Madeira - while you wait.... buff.ly/H3LRnDb A new booklet in the Froebel Trusts Research Series by Prof Rosie Flewitt and Dr Sandra El Gemayel
#Froebel #EarlyChildhood #EECERA2026
#Froebel #EarlyChildhood #EECERA2026
November 12, 2025 at 11:41 AM
Children and technology - a topic that we're asked about often and one which we'll be unpicking at EECERA 2026 in Madeira - while you wait.... buff.ly/H3LRnDb A new booklet in the Froebel Trusts Research Series by Prof Rosie Flewitt and Dr Sandra El Gemayel
#Froebel #EarlyChildhood #EECERA2026
#Froebel #EarlyChildhood #EECERA2026
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Any feedback on this Wild. Life gardening starter guide folks? A lot of people have downloaded at this stage I would really appreciate some insights suggestions complaints even. :-).
ICYMI last week: our free Wildlife Gardening Starter Pack (PDF) is live.
Five quick wins, native plant list, seasonal checklist—delivered by email in ~30 seconds. Join the community of Irish wildlife gardeners.
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Please share. 🌱🦔
Five quick wins, native plant list, seasonal checklist—delivered by email in ~30 seconds. Join the community of Irish wildlife gardeners.
👉 gardeningwell.ie/wildlife-gar...
Please share. 🌱🦔
November 11, 2025 at 7:40 PM
Any feedback on this Wild. Life gardening starter guide folks? A lot of people have downloaded at this stage I would really appreciate some insights suggestions complaints even. :-).
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@intfroebelsociety.bsky.social is having its first webinar in January 2026 on "Froebel and Democracy". We want to spark conversations about what Froebel means today. If interested, please contact @amand8.bsky.social or me, and see the flyer. @froebeltrust.bsky.social #Froebel
November 11, 2025 at 1:30 PM
@intfroebelsociety.bsky.social is having its first webinar in January 2026 on "Froebel and Democracy". We want to spark conversations about what Froebel means today. If interested, please contact @amand8.bsky.social or me, and see the flyer. @froebeltrust.bsky.social #Froebel