Why 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 more4 reasons hip hop dancers should take a ballet class
I was a self proclaimed “anti-ballerina”, leotards and tights made me feel self-conscious and I was often heard telling people “I wasn’t built for ballet.” No, I didn’t (and still don’t) have amazing feet or great turn out and I’m not super flexible. Nor do I possess any of the ideal physical traits of your stereotypical ballerina.<br> But, I have a new mantra now. “Nobody was built for ballet. Ballet was built for us.”<br> This is a first-hand account explaining exactly how ballet can improve your child's hip hop performance.
Read moreIndoor Sports for Kids
Champions in the making!<br><br>And your kids don’t have to miss out when the weather is bad!
Read moreWildlife Parks For Kids In SA
Get up close and personal with the animals in the wildlife parks in SA!<br><br>South Australia has the most diverse areas among the states and territories of Australia, from its coastal towns to its arid deserts.
Read moreIndoor Play Park for Kids
Are your younger kids exploding with energy and do you need a place to help them burn it off? An indoor play park is a quick, affordable way for them to tear around without destroying the house or garden!
Read moreHow to host your first kid’s birthday party
How do you respond when your child asks if they can host their birthday party at your house? Does that feel overwhelming or daunting? If it does - you need to pick up the essential tips from this article ... and remember the balloons and bubbles!
Read moresurfing for kids in the Melbourne Region
Can you surf in Melbourne? Of course you can! Your kids can, too!<br /><br />When it comes to surf beaches, Victoria's beaches are considered among the best in Australia, with the coastline being famous for the high Quality waves. Surfing is one of the popular activities for kids in the Melbourne region.
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 moreHow to motivate your child to learn a second language
Learning a second language is a fun exploration of another culture. Children learning a second language gain advantages in having better problem solving skills, improved language skills including their first language, and overall higher academic performance compared to their peers who are monolinguals. They would also enjoy better university and career opportunities.
Read moreBass Guitar for Kids
Let your kids channel their inner rock star with the bass guitar!<br><br>Bass guitarists are a feature of most bands and although they are often in the background, their contribution to the performance as a whole is vitally important!
Read moreFlute for Kids
Enjoy the benefits of this enchanting wind instrument!<br><br>Popular in many different styles of music, the flute is a versatile and easy to learn instrument that the whole family will enjoy listening to!
Read moreBush walking in Victoria
Bring your kids out for a bush walking trip in Victoria, where its lush green forests and urban parks are the best in Australia! Gather up the whole family to go bush walking in Victoria, which have a wide selection of urban parks, national parks or reserves, or even full blown forests in the countryside.
Read moreCandle Making For Kids
Try something different this school holidays with candle making!<br><br>Candle making is a creative and very satisfying kids’ activity and a great way to make an unusual gift for family or friends!
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 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 moreDjembe for Kids
Let your kids explore their sense of rhythm with the Djembe!<br><br>Give your kids the chance to try something a bit different with this unique musical instrument!
Read moreMultisports For Kids
Make an all-around athlete in your kid!<br><br>A kid who plays multisports means that he practises and is good in more than one sport. The most common multisports is the triathlon which includes swimming, cycling, and running. Kids who like adventure sports might also enjoy multisports. Encourage an early start to an active lifestyle!
Read moreThe Amazing Benefits of Yoga for Kids
Yoga is fast becoming a popular self-regulation tool because it teaches kids how to manage anxiety and find happiness in whatever they do, which is why around the world, more schools are incorporating fun and interactive yoga breaks between classes. Besides nourishing children by teaching them how to become more emotionally resilient, yoga encourages inclusivity and also helps kids strengthen their minds and bodies. It equips children with indispensable self-help mechanisms, which enables them to enjoy life to its fullest!
Read moreFun Park for Kids
For enjoyment for all the family, take your kids to a fun park!<br><br>A fun park is a great way to keep the kids entertained during the school holidays!
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.
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