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 moreHow to make the first day of swimming lessons more enjoyable
Whether your child has participated in infant and toddler swimming classes or family fun swims at the local pool, the first day of swimming lessons can often prove to be a little intimidating. This article details how parents and carers can help.
Read morePottery Painting For Kids
Let your child indulge their creative side with pottery painting!<br><br> Pottery painting involves painting pottery creations or ceramics with special paints. A versatile activity that can be done at home or a studio, pottery painting is a perfect party activity or just a fun leisure pursuit!
Read moreKarate vs. Other Martial Arts: Which is Best for Your Child?
Look for coaches who understand how to work with kids—those who blend discipline with encouragement and keep the classes engaging. It's a bonus if the instructor has experience teaching children, as they'll be better equipped to tailor their lessons to match your child's needs.
Read moreWhy should you think about taking up traditional Taekwondo?
The mental aspects of Taekwondo, such as memorizing forms and executing precise techniques, can enhance your ability to concentrate and maintain focus in other areas of life.
Read moreDarts for kids
Let your kids shoot for the bull?s eye! Dart games are fun and educational, making them an ideal activity for your kids!
Read moreTrapeze For Kids
Join the circus and learn the flying trapeze!<br><br>Originally a circus performance act, the flying trapeze has become a new sport and fitness craze across Australia!
Read moreAdventure activities for kids
Adventure activities helps make kids imaginative and energetic! Engaging children in adventure games, be it outdoors or indoors, will ensure that your kids are having fun while participating in lively activities!
Read moreYOUR CHILD AND THEIR CREATIVE DRAWING JOURNEY....
As children become engaged in their drawings, their ideas take shape and images leap out of the page. The final "masterpiece" is proudly presented to you, in anticipation of your praise. Some of the images in their drawing are obvious & easily recognisable. Others well...you tilt your head at the page as you try and decipher what you see.
Read moreFinding the Right Beat: How to Choose the Perfect Dance Class for Your Child
Discover how to choose the perfect dance class for your child, focusing on their interests, the quality of dance schools, and creating a supportive, enriching environment for young dancers to thrive.
Read moreBasketball for kids in New South Wales
Basketball is the perfect sport for kids- it's a fun form of exercise! Basketball is a sport that everyone can get into- from toddlers to professionals in the NBA. Participating in basketball games allows kids to have fun, at the same time developing their self-discipline and keeping them in shape.
Read moreBasketball for Kids
Has your kid played a one-to-one basketball game with you? Either professionally or in your backyard, basketball is a great sport to enjoy with friends or family.
Read moreWhat is the best age to learn public speaking?
Whether your child is just starting to string sentences together or is navigating the complexities of adolescence, now is the perfect time to encourage them to raise their voice and share their thoughts with the world
Read moreMusical Instruments For Kids
Enhance your kid’s passion for the arts and music! Encourage them to play musical instruments!<br><br>Give your kids the gift of music as early possible. They can start by listening to their favourite songs and they can also sing along with it. They can then learn to play musical instruments. Attending music lessons helps cultivate many skills that they can apply in every aspect of their lives.
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 moreWhat Piano/Keyboard should I buy?
We recommend that you get a touch sensitive keyboard. The smaller ones are around 61 keys long and the bigger ones are 88 keys long.
Read moreHow to help children learn more through creativity
Our children are becoming less creative than those of a few decades ago and it could be affecting their ability to learn. Studies have shown the children’s creativity tends to decrease with age. Most notably from kindergarten to grade three.<br> Using imagination and creativity is vital to children’s individual mental health and this article shares how you can encourage your child to be more creative.
Read moreHow to Get Your Child To Practice Their Musical Instrument
There is only one thing more magical than watching an expert musician who is lost in their own craft; that is, being that musician. Become one with an instrument produces a sense of flow, enjoyment, confidence and pure bliss. A musician can lose themselves to something greater than them alone. Which is why you are doing your child a massive favour if you know how to make practice both fun and rewarding. Here’s how to best get your child to practice, without the tears.
Read moreThe Top 8 Things to Ask Your Kids' Swimming Coach
Every coach has their own teaching style. Some focus on technique, while others prioritize building water confidence. Make sure the coach's approach aligns with your child's needs and your expectations
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.
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