Health & Fitness Activities For Kids
Help your kids get in shape and enjoy a healthy lifestyle with health and fitness activities!<br><br> Health & fitness activities have become more popular in Australia in recent years. With a high rate of obesity across the country, and the efforts of government and community organisations to raise awareness of the issue, more and more parents are placing a greater emphasis on exercise and health. Health & fitness activities can help make you and your kids live longer and enjoy life more!
Read moreFinding the Best Karate Coaches & Instructors for Your Kids
Observing a class provides invaluable insights into the instructor's teaching style and the dynamics of the class. During your visit, watch how the instructor interacts with the children. Are they patient, encouraging, and able to maintain a positive learning environment? This observation can give you a glimpse into how your child will be taught and motivated.
Read moreAngling Clubs for Kids
With Australia's vast coastline and many rivers, fishing is a sport that anyone can enjoy! Taking your kids angling has many benefits for all the family, including a great opportunity for bonding, a chance to relax and helping children develop an interest in the environment
Read moreHow to Get Your Child To Practice Their Musical Instrument
There is only one thing more magical than watching an expert musician who is lost in their own craft; that is, being that musician. Become one with an instrument produces a sense of flow, enjoyment, confidence and pure bliss. A musician can lose themselves to something greater than them alone. Which is why you are doing your child a massive favour if you know how to make practice both fun and rewarding. Here’s how to best get your child to practice, without the tears.
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 moreEarly Learning For Kids
Know the importance of early learning to your kids!<br><br>Early learning begins even before a child is born. Science has proven kids hear and recognize their mother's voice while they are still inside her womb. Kids are active learners and are naturally curious – they tend to learn better on their own and don't need to be taught in order to learn. Everything that they encounter is a kids learning experience, even those outside of school.
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 moreFun-Filled Adventures: Kids Activities Australia
Australia is a land of diverse landscapes, and getting kids outdoors to explore nature can be both educational and enjoyable. Embark on a family-friendly hike, nature walk, or even a camping adventure
Read moreThe 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.
Read moreLittle Athletics For Kids
Introduce your kids to sports by encouraging them to join Little Athletics!<br><br>Little Athletics is one of the activities for kids that originated in Australia. It introduces kids aged 5 to 15 to sports through fun athletics events that cater to all kids who are too young for senior athletics. The motto of Little Athletics is « Family, Fun, and Fitness ». There is a Little Athletics club for every localised region where a weekly competition takes place. The athletes and teams then progress to state competition for championships as determined by the state association. The first Little Athletics event was held in October 1964 at Landy Field. Yearly, over 95,000 kids participate in Little Athletics.
Read moreIt's just creative writing – right?
Do you have a child who struggles at school? Is not motivated? Simply hates it! The very last thing you’d consider is more learning – right. But perhaps if you spin that all around, you could arrive at a different point. A new starting point. Where your child can do something important, like learn how to use their imagination, and they might feel a little differently about things.
Read moreFinding the Perfect Swimming Coach for Your Kids in Australia
Arrange a meeting with potential swimming coaches to discuss their teaching philosophy, lesson plans, and their experience working with children. This interaction will help you gauge the coach's compatibility with your child's personality and learning style. A caring and enthusiastic swimming instructor will build a strong rapport with your child, making the learning process enjoyable.
Read moreIndoor Cricket For Kids
Get your kids to play indoor cricket!<br><br>Indoor cricket is a fast paced and simpler version of the regular cricket game. It is played by players of all ages and genders on local, national, and international levels. It is one of the four most popular sports in Australia along with rugby, AFL and horse racing. There are more than 100 indoor cricket centres in Australia with 200,000 participants. Australia also dominates the Indoor Cricket World Cup and has not lost ever since it started in 1995.
Read moreEquestrian for kids
Do your children love animals? Maybe they should take up equestrian for kids! This sport is one of the most popular recreational activities for kids in Australia. Equestrian is also a fun outdoor family activity!
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 moreDrama classes & lessons for kids in Melbourne
Express your love for your kids’ expressions! Drama originated from Greece where tragedy and comedy were popular. It is often combined with music and dance. Today, drama encompasses different mediums - from theatre to radio. Enroll them to drama classes & lessons for kids in Melbourne, and see your little superstar shine on and off stage!
Read moreWater Play Parks for Kids
Are you looking for a way to keep your kids cool during the sweltering Australian summer? A water play park could be the answer. A water play park offers a number of attractions, games and rides all based around water including fountains, slides and pools. They range in size from a couple of water slides beside your local swimming pool to huge theme park style complexes and are one of the most popular Aussie kids' activities during the summer months.
Read moreAustralian 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.
Read moreIndoor Rock Climbing For Kids
Let your kids develop their confidence with indoor rock climbing!<br><br>Fun, challenging and a great workout, indoor rock climbing can be enjoyed no matter what the weather is like outside!
Read morePuppeteers for Kids
If your kids enjoy play acting, they may love being a puppeteer!<br><br>Encourage their imagination by letting them play puppeteer in their own puppet theatre!
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