Tips to encourage your child to practice playing a musical instrument
It never ceases to amaze me how much difficulty some parents find in encouraging their child to practice playing a musical instrument. Very few younger aged students will practice of their own volition. Not many five year old kids will say to their parents “Now please excuse me, I am about to head into my room to practice the piano for the next hour or two”. However, we have found that the more actively parents are involved, the more the child will feel there is a reason to practice.
Read moreFun Gymnastics Games and Challenges for Kids: Unleashing the Gymnastics Spirit!
Create an obstacle course using mats, balance beams, hoops, and cones any household items will suit. Challenge the kids to navigate through the course, incorporating various gymnastics moves like rolls, cartwheels, and jumps.
Read moreThe Benefits of Dance: Beyond Just Fun and Fitness
Discover dance's role in enhancing kids' emotional, cognitive, and physical growth, promoting not just fun but holistic development. It's a journey of self-expression, creativity, and healthy living for every child.
Read moreThemed Birthday Parties: A Guide to Creating an Enchanting World for Your Child
Adapt classic party games like musical chairs or pin the tail on the donkey to fit your theme. For example, it could be "Save the Princess" or "Rescue the Stolen Treasure."
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 moreBirthday Cakes for Kids
Dazzle your child at their next birthday with a spectacular birthday cake!<br><br>With so many designs and themes available, why not branch out this year and try something a bit special?
Read moreCooking classes for kids in Melbourne
Give your children a better start in life. Enrol them to cooking classes in Melbourne! While children can be quite picky with what they eat, they can develop quite an appetite for good homemade food. One of the easiest ways to help children eat better along with developing skills valuable in life is getting started with cooking classes. Children can now learn first hand through kids activities that aim make mouth-watering dishes even at an early age. Start enrolling your children to cooking classes in Melbourne!
Read moreOutdoor activities for kids in Norhern Territory
Spending the school holidays in Northern Territory? Experience the real Australian outback with the outdoor activities for the family!<br /><br />Known as the “real outback,” Northern Territory, or NT, best represents what Australia is known for. With vast open spaces and lots of natural attractions, there are a wide range of outdoor activities for kids in NT!
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 moreIntroduction to Futsal: A Fun Way for Kids to Stay Active
The quick pace and enclosed nature of futsal require players to think on their feet and make rapid decisions. This environment is excellent for sharpening a child's focus, cognitive abilities, and reaction times.
Read moreBalance Beam Basics: Tips and Techniques for Young Gymnasts
Explore key tips and techniques for young gymnasts on the balance beam. Covering everything from choosing classes to mental preparation, tailored for parents and carers!
Read moreSports Camps For Kids
Give your kids something fun to do in the holidays by sending them to sports camp!<br><br>A great way to keep kids entertained during the school holidays!
Read moreModern Dance for Kids
Do your kids like to dance? If they enjoy movement but find traditional ballet too restrictive, they might enjoy modern dance instead. Sometimes known as contemporary dance, it originated in the early 20th century and has increased in popularity ever since. Modern dance has been performed on Australian stages since the 1960s and encompasses a wide range of styles and techniques.
Read moreDIY Cube Bubbles
Bubbles are usually round, right? But they don't have to be! Spending quality time with my kids is the most important task of my week. But with all the other things I need to do, playing Barbie dolls or hide and go seeks seems a rip off of my time and let's just say it, it gets boring fast. Because my passion is all things sciencey, I naturally want to share my love of the exploration of life with them.
Read moreBudget-Friendly Birthday Party Venues: How to Throw a Memorable Celebration Without Breaking the Bank
Australia is blessed with stunning natural landscapes, parks, and beaches that can serve as the perfect backdrop for your child's special day.
Read morePicking the perfect dance school using your 5 senses
Remember that moment when your son or daughter looked up at you with big puppy dog eyes and said "I want to start dancing"? It has been at the forefront of their imagination and nag-ation (that's not really a word but it means constant nagging) and now you're convinced that it's what they really want to do. This article addresses how your five senses can assist in choosing the best dance school for them.
Read moreBMX racing for kids
Let your kids pedal through rough terrains and cross the finish line. BMX racing for kids is a great opportunity to develop kids' cycling skills and to flaunt the world-famous Aussie BMX pride!
Read moreGolf 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.
Read moreTrombone for Kids
Enjoy the distinctive sound of this popular brass instrument!<br><br>The trombone’s rich, mellow tone makes it popular in jazz and classical music alike!
Read moreHow to raise brave kids - that understand FEAR
When confronted by someone or an unusual event we are often surprised by our body's reaction, often interpreted as 'Fear'. At a physiological level our body is dumped with adrenalin which makes our muscles ready to fight or flee from any perceived attack or stressful situation, that is our 'fight' or 'flight' instinct. These two primordial responses are most obvious in children who will run away or lash out when stressed.
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