Science Centre Activities for Kids
Bring out the Einstein in your kids by making it fun to learn on science!
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Understanding the Role of Coaches in Kids' Netball Clubs
Uncover how coaches shape skills, teamwork, and character in kids' netball clubs, and why choosing the right coach is crucial for your child's development in the sport.
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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.
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Pirate Parties and Activities for Kids
Looking for a fun way to celebrate? Pirate parties could be for you!
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Empowering Young Girls Through Soccer
Explore how soccer classes, clubs, and coaches play a pivotal role in empowering young girls in Australia, fostering confidence, teamwork, and resilience.
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Ceramics for kids in Melbourne
Do your kids stare in wonder at the sculptures in art galleries? Do they love lego and building blocks? If so, they might like to express themselves creatively through the 3D medium of pottery and ceramics!
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YMCA for Kids in Perth
Enable your kids to reach their full potential. Introduce YMCA to them!<br><br>YMCA (Young Men’s Christian Association) is one of the community-based, non-profit Perth youth services that provide opportunities for everyone in the community to achieve physical, mental, and spiritual growth.
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Beading - is it just fun or a learning opportunity?
While engaging in this fun activity children are also learning or further developing a number of important skills including design, hand eye co-ordination, patterning and more. This article explains each of the skills your child could learn through beading in more detail.
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Backyard Cricket and Beach Cricket
Looking for something to do on a sunny afternoon? <br>Backyard or beach cricket is a great way to spend an afternoon with family and friends!
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Face 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!
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Golf Lessons for kids in Melbourne
Get your kids involved in this great outdoor sport! The ultimate outdoor kids activity, golf will test your child's coordination, precision, and patience.
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Introduction to Sports for Young Children: Choosing the Right Activity
Explore how to select the right sport for young children, focusing on their interests, safety, and parental involvement, to ensure a fun and enriching sports experience.
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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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Gymnastics for Toddlers: Safe and Fun School Holiday Activities
When it comes to toddler sports, safety is paramount. Gymnastics programs for children are designed with safety as a top priority. Certified coaches and instructors ensure that the equipment and activities are age-appropriate and that the environment is safe for young children.
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How 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.
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Australian Kids Need Active Parents
Australian kids need active parents according to this study which reveals what encourages children to be more sporty. This article includes some tips for parents and carers who want to encourage their kids to be more sporty.
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Combat sports for kids
Are your children fascinated by martial arts films? Have you caught them doing a karate chop in the backyard? If so, a combat sport could be the perfect kids activity for them! They build strenght and self esteem with less risk of injury than team sports.
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Beach Volleyball for your Kids
Make a trip to the beach even more fun with a game of volleyball! <br>Popular during the summer, it?s a great form of exercise and loads of fun!
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Water Sports For Kids
If your kids love the water as much as they love adventures, then they might enjoy water sports!<br><br>It is always more fun to spend the summer vacation on the beach. Aside from swimming, there are lots of fun and exciting activities you and your kids can enjoy on the water.
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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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