MAST: Movement and Storytelling

Join us for an exclusive one-day training with Professor Clare Wood from Nottingham Trent University, UK, and learn about the groundbreaking MAST (Movement and Storytelling) intervention.

What is MAST?

The MAST program is a 12-week intervention designed specifically for 3-7-year-olds from low SES backgrounds, combining movement and language activities to enhance both motor and language development. Clare Wood’s research team has shown how this innovative approach can help improve children's learning, close the attainment gap, and promote social mobility in the long term.

Why Attend?

Boost children's movement and language skills with an evidence-based approach.
Learn how to integrate movement and storytelling into your curriculum.
Address the learning needs of vulnerable children and empower their futures.
Hands-on resources: Two children’s books, teaching resources, and training materials included.
Morning tea and lunch provided.

Event Details

Cost: $300 (includes resources, morning tea and lunch)
Venue: Central Oval, Flinders Room, Port Augusta
Date: Friday 13th June

Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of an innovative solution to support language and literacy development in your students.

Register now to secure your spot!

Professor Clare Wood is an expert in developmental and educational psychology, she has received prestigious awards, including the British Psychology Society’s Award for Excellence in Teaching and the International Reading Association’s Reading/Literacy Research Fellowship. Her research spans over 20 years, focusing on literacy difficulties and the link between spoken and written language.

Currently, she directs the Centre for Research in Language, Education, and Developmental Inequalities and serves as Impact Lead for NTU's Department of Psychology.