A guide to getting your performance right
After recently running a local singing talent quest, I've received request after request from unsuccessful competitors for feedback, led by the question "What was wrong with my performance?” I've not yet replied to these singers for this reason...
Read moreFishing for kids
Go fishing with your kids and make your next family outing more exciting! Fishing is one of the activities for kids that your toddlers will enjoy with the whole family.
Read moreBassoon for kids
Get your kids to groove with the low buzzing tune of the bassoon! The bassoon is one of the woodwind instruments belonging to the double reed family. In Australia, the longest running classical music label, Move, offers bassoon music, like songs from the Melbourne Bassoon Quartet. For kids who'd love to play the bass voice, the bassoon is the perfect instrument!
Read moreWhat Guitar Should I buy?
This is so the guitar strings don't dig into the small fingers of a child. The more Nylon strings the guitar has, the less your fingers will hurt. You will after a few weeks of practice have harder finger tips which will help you get a firm sound from the guitar.
Read moreChildren 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.
Read moreAll about children’s foreign language contests
Children who learn a foreign language can participate in language contests which give them the opportunities to win attractive prizes, gain unique experiences, and even experience overseas travel. This article walks you through each of the major language competitions available in Australia.
Read moreSwimming Lessons in Australia
We enrol our children into lessons for many reasons and we continue to look for opportunities to give our children a head start. But a key differentiator between swim schools can simply be the acknowledgement that a child’s learning of independence, safety awareness and love of the water will progress in line with the child’s development capabilities.
Read moreOztag for Kids: A Fun and Engaging Sport
Many Oztag clubs participate in local and regional tournaments, offering kids an exciting platform to showcase their skills and compete in a friendly environment.
Read moreCard games for kids
Fun games for all kinds of children and for all occasions! Looking for a fun and inexpensive pastime? Card games are played with a standard deck of cards which normally include 52 unique cards and sometimes a joker card. The national card game of Australia is Five Hundred, while other games like Euchre, Crazy Eights and Oh Hell are also widely played in the region.
Read moreArt schools in SA
Enhance your child's creativity! Art schools in South Australia are a great way to exercise your children's creativity and hence, stimulating the right side of their brain.
Read moreIndoor Soccer (Futsal) For Kids
The most popular sport today: soccer! Get your kids to try it indoors!<br><br>Indoor soccer, also known as futsal, is simpler version of the regular soccer. The same rules apply but it is played on a smaller indoor field, almost the size of a basketball court, and played with a smaller and heavier ball (for it to bounce less). Indoor soccer was introduced in Australia in 1971. Now there are 18,000 registered indoor soccer players and 120,000 social participants in competitions nationwide.<br><br>
Read moreHow to overcome stress
Whether it’s learning lines for a production or sitting an exam, many actors can apply similar strategies to minimise their stress levels and face a challenge head on. This article includes some proven tips to help you overcome stress:
Read moreFace Painting for Kids
Have you ever organised a face painting party? Either hire a face painter or do it yourself, you can check out all tips and information on how to make this party successful!
Read moreNational Parks For Kids In The Sydney Region
Get into nature and explore the spectacular national parks in Sydney region!<br><br> Australia is known for its stunning scenery and NSW is no exception. With an abundance of national parks in Sydney region, this area is popular with locals and tourists alike. Grab your hiking shoes and explore for yourself!
Read moreBallooning for Kids
Up, up and away!<br><br>Ballooning has been going on for over 100 years!
Read moreWhat is a Good Age to Start Archery?
Explore when to introduce your child to archery, focusing on safety, suitable equipment, skilled coaching, and the lifelong skills and enjoyment this sport offers.
Read moreScouts 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.
Read moreFrom Dribbling to Dunking: What Kids Learn in Their First Basketball Classes
In their first basketball classes, kids learn essential skills like dribbling, shooting, and teamwork. With experienced Basketball Coaches, children develop confidence and physical fitness. Basketball Clubs offer a fun, safe environment where kids can make friends and enjoy the game while fostering a love for sports. These classes help kids grow both physically and socially, ensuring they have a great time while learning the fundamentals of basketball.
Read moreIs my child old enough to start violin?
Somewhere between four and eight years is the best time to begin a violin journey. That’s a wide range, and your child will fit in based upon a number of factors such as the child’s maturity, motor control, available family time and most of all: your level of patience as a parent. This test will help you determine if now is the right time.
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
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