Country dancing for kids
Want something entertaining, upbeat kind of dance for your kids to learn? Then choose country dancing! Australia is known for having a lively dance scene that has evolved rapidly since the colonial times and country dancing has become one of the established dance fashions that is still enjoyed by many today. Let your kids join and add to the liveliness of the dance floor with country dancing!
Read moreViolins for Kids
Do your kids have an interest in music? They might enjoy learning the violin. A violin, sometimes referred to as a fiddle, is a wooden instrument which is played by moving a bow across four strings. The violin is believed to originate in Europe in the 19th century and has since become popular worldwide. It is the smallest of the string instruments and has a higher pitched sound than other instruments in its family, including the cello and the viola.
Read moreOztag: Developing Essential Skills in Children
Playing Oztag helps build self-confidence in children. As they improve and achieve personal and team goals, their self-esteem grows.
Read moreTrain model making for kids
Teach your kids how to build a model railroad! Model train sets add extra fun because kids not only get to play with miniature trains, but also watch them go around miniature buildings and mountains on a model railway. Buy your kids a starter kit so they can learn to make their own!
Read moreAt 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 moreChoosing the Right Basketball Club for Your Child: Tips for Parents
Every club has its own unique culture and values. Some emphasize competition, while others focus on fostering a love for the game and personal growth. It's important to align your child's goals and values with those of the club.
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 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 moreBirthday 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!
Read more6 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.
Read moreIntroduction 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.
Read moreUnderstanding Netball Club Tournaments and Events for Parents
Explore the world of netball club tournaments in Australia, learn their structures, and discover how you, as a parent, can best support and encourage your child through these competitive and fun events.
Read moreScience Centre Activities for Kids
Bring out the Einstein in your kids by making it fun to learn on science!
Read moreHow to choose the right dance school for your child
According to the Australia Bureau of Statistic dance is the largest growing activity for girls in Australia since 2006. So if you happen to have a budding dancer in your house then you are certainly not alone and these tips can help you choose a great school for them.
Read moreWhy 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)
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 moreFinding the Right Time: When to Start Your Child in Karate Classes & Lessons
Karate can be an excellent way to channel their energy, teach them self-control, and boost their self-esteem. Plus, the social aspect of Karate schools helps them make friends while learning.
Read moreAqua Fun Park for Kids
With Australia's hot summers, aqua fun parks are a great way to cool off and have fun for the entire family.Even babies and toddlers can splash around in the kids' pool while older children can get their thrills from faster slides and water based rides.
Read moreTheatre for Kids
Harness your child’s imagination!<br><br>A fantastic way for your kids to unearth their creativity!
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.
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