# Creativity, Culture and the Child with Gemma Shadid

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Podcast: [Early Excellence Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/early-excellence-podcast-4357044)
Published: 2026-05-15T09:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://anchor.fm/early-excellence
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## Resource

What does child-centred creative practice really look like in the early years? Re-release: Originally aired on 9 May 2025 In this episode, Gemma Shadid joins us to explore the power of child-centred creative practice in the EYFS. We discuss the Reggio Emilia approach, the role of quality materials in art, and how sensory experiences and cultural diversity shape children's learning and identity. Episode Links Transform your Learning Environment with our Room Planning Service . Shop our Range of Sensory Resources Explore the EYFS Framework and its Guidance for Early Years Practice.

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