Self defence for kids - recognising danger
Teaching our children (and ourselves) to recognise what is “normal” in our homes, schools, and local community can make it a lot easier to spot incongruities that may signal a potential danger or dangerous situation. This article outlines some potential danger signs that your child could be more aware of.
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Breakdancing for kids
Your kids can find a new and entertaining activity where they can excel, try out breakdancing for kids! There are breakdance moves that kids can do, the simpler variations are safe and not as complicated as their counterparts. Basic versions of moves make breakdancing a fun and somewhat challenging endeavor for toddlers and children alike.
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Gymnastics and Mental Health: Building Confidence in Young Gymnasts
In gymnastics, setting goals and working consistently towards achieving them is a fundamental aspect. This process instills discipline and teaches kids the importance of dedication and hard work. As they witness their progress and achievements through their gymnastics journey, they develop a growth mindset and learn to persevere, traits that will serve them well in all aspects of life.
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What's the difference between Restorative + Yin Yoga?
In a pose it’s encouraged to let go of muscular involvement to target the deeper connective tissues of the body such as fascia Some schools of Yin will teach Yin as a ‘cold’ practice, done without a warm-up as a way to protect students from going in to the held stretches too deeply In poses, you might be guided through mindfulness techniques to draw your awareness to letting your muscles relax, to target your ligaments, fascia and joints instead Yin might be considered a useful practice for building bone density
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The Health Benefits of Cheerleading for Kids
Cheerleading is not just a physical and social activity; it also engages a child’s mind in various ways.
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School Holidays Snow Skiing Programs for Kids
Give the most memorable school holidays to your children by having ski holidays at the best ski resorts in Australia!<br /><br />During the snow season, one of the best activities for kids is to participate in school holidays snow skiing programs.
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Futsal - the best skills developer
A study has compared Futsal to Football and concluded that Futsal can help kids develop technical skills and transform them into quick decision makers. The study concluded that Futsal players execute passes with a higher intensity as they make 23% more passes per minute that are 18% more accurately than football players. Find out more here.
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Scouts for Kids
Are you in search of kids' activities that may promote your child's mental, social and physical development? How on the Scouts? The Boy Scouts is an organization founded in England in 1907 to teach boys survival skills and values including service to others, teamwork and comradeship. The first Australian Boy Scout camp was started in 1908 and now Scouts Australia is a national movement and community institution, which provides a wide range of camps and activities for children of all ages. National 'jamborees' are help periodically and scouts from all over Australia attend.
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The Danger of Flotation Aids
The Danger of Flotation Aids If you have a pool at home, or spend a lot of time around water, please do not rely on arm bands, vests or other flotation aids to keep your child safe! The only way a child is safe in water, is if they have the skills to save themselves. Jackson was a little boy who loved to swim in his puddle jumper but drowned when he wasn't supposed to be swimming. His mom now advocates for survival swim lessons and warns parents not to use aids that promote false security.
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Can You Start Cheerleading at Any Age?
Cheerleading,It's an excellent way to stay active, challenge oneself, and break from the routine of daily life. Starting cheerleading as an adult can also be a powerful statement of trying new things and stepping out of one's comfort zone, showcasing that it's never too late to pursue a passion or take up a new hobby.
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How to keep your kids fit during school holidays
There are many ways to keep your kids fit and healthy these school holidays, including creating a fitness plan for your kids or enrolling them in a sports camp. Read this article to access a fun fitness plan template for your kids!
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What Age Should Your Child Start Swimming? Tips for Parents
Once kids hit the school-age range (6 to 8 years old), they've got the physical and mental capabilities to grasp more advanced swimming techniques.
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Artistic Storytime: Inspiring Childrens Imagination Through Visual Tales
Drawing and painting are more than just colors on paper – they're gateways to your child's imagination. By providing them with the tools and the freedom to express themselves, you're nurturing their creativity, boosting their confidence, and creating memories that'll last a lifetime.
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Water Play Parks for Kids
Are you looking for a way to keep your kids cool during the sweltering Australian summer? A water play park could be the answer. A water play park offers a number of attractions, games and rides all based around water including fountains, slides and pools. They range in size from a couple of water slides beside your local swimming pool to huge theme park style complexes and are one of the most popular Aussie kids' activities during the summer months.
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Age-Appropriate Drama Activities
Activities like 'Improvisation Games' foster quick thinking and creativity, while 'Scripted Scenes' introduce them to the basics of script reading and character portrayal.
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Why 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)
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Racquet Sports for Kids
Hone your kids’ hand-eye co-ordination with racquet sports!<br><br>Racquet sports are fun and a great way for kids to get fit and make friends!
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Circus Schools for Kids
Give your kids a taste of the spectacular by sending them to a circus school!<br><br>What a terrific way for your children to learn new skills to impress their friends!
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Health & Fitness Activities For Kids
Help your kids get in shape and enjoy a healthy lifestyle with health and fitness activities!<br><br> Health & fitness activities have become more popular in Australia in recent years. With a high rate of obesity across the country, and the efforts of government and community organisations to raise awareness of the issue, more and more parents are placing a greater emphasis on exercise and health. Health & fitness activities can help make you and your kids live longer and enjoy life more!
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Just breathe – 3 calming techniques for you and your child
Teaching our kids conscious breathing can help them learn to regulate their emotions. It can be the difference that stops a full-scale meltdown in the middle of the supermarket, for both you and your child. Here are a few techniques that can be done anywhere, at any time.
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