At what age should my child start learning a musical instrument
As a Kindermusik Educator, this has to be one of the most common question I get asked from parents, especially when their child reaches pre-school and Kindy age. While there are always exceptions, in general, my suggestion to parents is to wait until their child is at least 5 or 6 years old. There are many compelling reasons for this - I've outlined some below - milestones by which most 5 or 6-year olds have or are beginning to achieve.
Read morePicnics for Kids
Picnics make a picture-perfect family memory!<br><br>Picnics are a great way to pass a lazy weekend afternoon in Australia – a game of Frisbee, shady spots by a river or in a park and plenty of food that can be as easy or fancy as you like!
Read moreKarate for Life
This article has been written to shed light on the multitude of other life enhancing benefits martial arts and, in this case, karate has on any individual who commits themselves to training.
Read moreCelebrating Birthdays at Indoor Play Centers
When selecting an indoor play center for your child's birthday, consider your child's interests and age group. Look for venues that offer a range of activities suitable for kids of all ages. Whether it's adventure-filled climbing walls, imaginative play areas, or exciting slides
Read more5 kids birthday party ideas for small indoor spaces
The cold winter months can prove to be a difficult time for kids birthday parties, especially if you live in a small unit or a house with limited indoor space. So what do you do if your child wants to invite the whole class to their party and you don’t want to spend a fortune on hiring a room at a play centre? Here are 5 kids party ideas for boys and girls.
Read moreConservation Parks for Kids
Nothing beats spending time together with the family in the splendour of Australia's beautiful wilderness! And best of all, it's easy to take advantage of the 2700 conservation areas available to keen explorers.
Read moreCadets For Kids
Is your kid a budding leader? Then he might be interested in becoming a youth cadet!<br><br>A cadet is a trainee to become a volunteer military officer. Cadet trainees learn about military life, physical and mental skills, drills and ceremonies, and proper military etiquette. Cadet training does not require trainees to pursue a military career; but it provides them with skills to become efficient leaders and better citizens.
Read moreWhy messy play and mark making is important in early development.
‘Early childhood educators cannot overstate the importance of sensory play in the educational process. It is the foundation of all the skills children will use in school learning to read, write and solve math and science problems. Once a child has these experiences, they are able to draw upon the body memory and cognitive memory of their experiences when faced with new situations.’ (Butcher and Pletcher 2016)
Read moreAustralian Football (AFL) for Kids
Australian Football is a great team sport, both physical and technical. Your kid will develop both his strategic and team skills, and maybe make a lot of friends!
Read moreOutdoor activities for kids in Norhern Territory
Spending the school holidays in Northern Territory? Experience the real Australian outback with the outdoor activities for the family!<br /><br />Known as the “real outback,” Northern Territory, or NT, best represents what Australia is known for. With vast open spaces and lots of natural attractions, there are a wide range of outdoor activities for kids in NT!
Read moreStrong and Resilient: Empowering Girls through Karate
As parents and caregivers, choosing Karate as an avenue for your child’s growth can be a profound and empowering decision, setting them on a path of strength and determination.
Read moreMotocross for kids
Let your kids experience extreme outdoor fun! Give your child the exhilarating experience of an off-road motocross ride today and watch them drive like the big guys!
Read moreThe Benefits of Soccer for Children: A Comprehensive Guide
Soccer offers a plethora of benefits to children, encompassing physical fitness, social development, and mental well-being. As parents and educators, we should encourage children to participate in this sport, fostering their holistic growth and helping them become well-rounded individuals. Through soccer, children can learn valuable life skills, build strong relationships, and cultivate a lifelong passion for physical activity and teamwork.
Read moreTable tennis for kids in Melbourne
Develop your kids table tennis skills! Melbourne is a great place for your kids to undergo table tennis lessons. When they are ready, they just might get the chance to represent Melbourne and the Commonwealth in the Olympics!
Read moreBodyboarding for Kids
Make a splash with this sensational water sport!<br><br>A great way to introduce kids to surfing,surfing or as a sport in its own right, bodyboarding is fun and exciting!
Read moreClassical Dance for Kids
Get your kid to learn classical dance, and let him/her enjoy this amazing art... Grace, fitness, concentration, discipline and agility are some of the major benefits this art could bring to your kids.
Read moreWhy You Should Consider Gymnastics Camp for Your Kids These School Holidays
Enrolling your child in a Gymnastics Camp during the school holidays can also benefit their regular gymnastics classes. They'll have a chance to reinforce what they've learned, develop new skills, and gain a competitive edge when they return to Gymnastics Centres after the break.
Read more5 reasons not to run away to the circus
Hey kids – don’t run away to the circus, just join your local circus school! Gone are the days when learning to juggle or fly through the air on a trapeze meant leaving your family behind to tour with a circus. These days, most major cities and regional centres offer recreational circus classes as a great way to have fun, get fit and learn amazing new skills.
Read moreModelling for kids
Bring out the star in your child! Do your kids love posing for the camera, or perhaps watching themselves on home videos? Then might be interested to get into modelling!
Read moreBallooning for Kids
Up, up and away!<br><br>Ballooning has been going on for over 100 years!
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