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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Play Parks for your Kids
Try to get your kids to a play park each month, and let them be socially active! Fun, friends, running, playing... Play parks are the best place for your kids to freely express themselves.
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Movie Theatres for Kids
Who doesn't love going to the movies? Choose among regular cinemas, extensive multiplexes, drive in outdoor cinemas and massive IMAX theatres or event Extreme Screens for amazing movie experiences!
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Golf classes for kids in Melbourne
Playing golf can help your kids learn self-discipline and good sportsmanship! Do you want your children to start enjoyable activities for kids? Teach them how to play golf- a fun sport that toddlers can learn and master with the help of talented instructors. Enrolling your children in golf classes in Melbourne, Australia can help them learn self-discipline and good sportsmanship!
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Water polo for kids
Swimming pool games add more fun and excitement to your children's summer! Water polo began in England and Scotland, and is now popular in many countries including Australia, it is even an Olympic sport. Looking for fun activities for your children? Water polo for kids is a good idea all year long by taking lessons or just playing between friends during summer!
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The Amazing Benefits of Yoga for Kids
Yoga is fast becoming a popular self-regulation tool because it teaches kids how to manage anxiety and find happiness in whatever they do, which is why around the world, more schools are incorporating fun and interactive yoga breaks between classes. Besides nourishing children by teaching them how to become more emotionally resilient, yoga encourages inclusivity and also helps kids strengthen their minds and bodies. It equips children with indispensable self-help mechanisms, which enables them to enjoy life to its fullest!
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Entertainment Options for Kids Parties: Magicians, Clowns, and More!
Whether it's a traditional fairy tale or an original adventure, puppet shows have the power to teach valuable lessons while keeping children entertained. Interactive puppet performances can even encourage audience participation, making the experience even more immersive and enjoyable.
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Indoor Play Center Birthday Parties: Tips for a Stress-Free Celebration
One of the significant advantages of hosting your child's birthday party at an indoor play center is that many of them offer catering options. This can save you time and effort when it comes to preparing food for the party. Check with the play center for their menu options and any dietary considerations. Most play centers provide a mix of kid-friendly options like pizza, chicken nuggets, and fruit platters.
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Preschools for Kids
Give your child a head start on their education by enrolling them in preschool!<br><br>Designed to help prepare kids for school, they are also a chance for big toddlers to play and socialise and for parents to get a well-deserved break!
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6 Tips for Hosting Your Own Pony Party
Talk with your son or daughter and get an idea of what they expect. You may need to point out that “more” isn’t always “merrier”! Some of the best parties we’ve seen are small in number, that is, less than 10 guests. As the saying goes “their age plus one” is how many invitations should go out! But, if it is going to be the whole class, you may want to organise some extra party activities in addition to the ponies.
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Cubs For Kids
Make a great leader out of your kids!<br><br>Scouts Australia is a youth organisation for kids and young adults aged 6 to 26. It is part of the worldwide Scouting movement. Scouting was founded in Australia in 1908 by Lord Baden-Powell. Before it used to be just for boys, but starting 1971, they have also been accepting girls.<br><br>Cub Scouts, or Cubs, is part of Scouts Australia. It includes boys and girls cubs aged 7 ® to 11. A group of cubs is called a pack, made up of 20 cub scouts or less. The uniforms of the cubs in Australia are navy blue short sleeved shirts with yellow collar, sleeves, and shoulders.
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Cycling for kids in Sydney
Organise a family cycling tour around Sydney! Experience the fun of pedaling around Sydney’s renowned bike paths and cycleways. Get the chance to grow your network and schedule a tour or a bike race!
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Windsurfing For Kids In Perth
Glide across the waves powered by nothing but the wind!<br><br> Windsurfing is a water sport where surfers ride on a board with a sail. While very common throughout Australia, windsurfing in Perth is particularly popular, perhaps due to a fantastic selection of beaches, the fabulous Swan River and an excellent number of great windsurfing spots!
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Birthday catering for kids
Delicious party food is the key to a successful kids’ party! You can never deny that other than the fun activities for kids, children look forward to yummy food during birthday parties. Have fun with all these birthday catering tips!
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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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Indoor Sports Centres for kids
Enjoy fun kids activities in a safe and covered area! Indoor facilities serve as good venues for people to get on with planned activities without any hindrance. Indoor sports are great alternatives for children to continue training and be physically fit and active even during the storm or during winter.
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Pirate Adventure: Setting Sail for Treasure-filled Fun
Explore pirate-themed parties, indoor play, and outdoor adventures. Engage kids in creative play and learning with a swashbuckling twist!
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zoos for kids in Melbourne
Spending the school holidays in Melbourne? Visit the zoos in Victoria!<br /><br />One excellent way to make education for kids fun and appealing is to allow them to visit and play with the animals in wildlife parks and zoos. Trips to zoos and other educational sites are one of the most recommended activities for kids in Melbourne.
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Tips for kids playing basketball
Basketball isn't just a great team sport to play - it's a skill that needs to be learned and practiced in order to continue improving. There are four areas where kids can focus to really start to improve their basketball skills and this article outlines all of them.
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Children learn how to move with confidence
Throwing your 2 or 3 year old into a sporting activity and expecting them to participate fully and follow the rest of the group that have been doing the program for a few months .... it doesn't always work that way.
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