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The July 2026 issue of Early Years Wales’ smalltalk magazine is now available to read online. This issue explores the theme of why children need joy and includes a range of articles written by a variety of organisations and individuals. The articles include:
- Understanding Neurodivergent Joy, Glimmers and the Power of Neuroaffirming Play – Tracey Bancroft, AP Cymru – The Neurodiversity Charity
- Why joyful play is so powerful for children with ACEs and how it can bring it to life in your setting – Nicole James, New Pathways
- What does joy mean to young children – and why does it matter to us all? – Dr Carys Jennings, The Open University
- Joy open the door and children play their way into possibility – Amber Ogunsanya-William, Inclusive Playworker and Consultant.
The magazine also features an article written by Play Wales’ Marianne Mannello, titled Play and joy: why children need time, space and freedom to play.