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)
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Scouts for Kids
Are you in search of kids' activities that may promote your child's mental, social and physical development? How on the Scouts? The Boy Scouts is an organization founded in England in 1907 to teach boys survival skills and values including service to others, teamwork and comradeship. The first Australian Boy Scout camp was started in 1908 and now Scouts Australia is a national movement and community institution, which provides a wide range of camps and activities for children of all ages. National 'jamborees' are help periodically and scouts from all over Australia attend.
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Water polo for kids
Swimming pool games add more fun and excitement to your children's summer! Water polo began in England and Scotland, and is now popular in many countries including Australia, it is even an Olympic sport. Looking for fun activities for your children? Water polo for kids is a good idea all year long by taking lessons or just playing between friends during summer!
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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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Bike centres for kids
Come and take a leisurely bike ride with your kids! Let your kids take time to exercise their navigation skills at bike centres!
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Bowling for kids in Sydney
Put your game faces on and bring your kids to go bowling in Sydney for a fun-filled family activity! There are numerous Bowling centres in Sydney that will surely cater to your every family-affair needs.
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Coach's Corner: How to Encourage and Motivate Young Athletes
Learn how to inspire and motivate young athletes in Little Athletics with tips from experienced coaches.
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Squash for Kids
Give your kids a workout with this fast-paced sport!<br><br>Squash is a fast growing sport in Australia and your kids can get in on the action!
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Wrestling for kids
Kickstart your kids fitness! Encourage your kids to develop their strength through wrestling for kids. Watch them grow strong and learn the importance of an active lifestyle!
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The Bilingual Boost: Martial Arts as a Gateway to Second Language Learning
Many martial arts involve vocal commands and expressions, reinforcing language through movement. This connection between physical activity and language creates a dynamic learning experience, making the acquisition of a second language more engaging and enjoyable for children.
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The Perfect Age for Kids to Begin Taekwondo
Discover the best age for kids to start Taekwondo, focusing on physical, cognitive readiness, and the benefits of martial arts for young Australians.
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Dancing for Kids
Get your kids to start learning dancing, and let them find the type of dance they really like. There are many types of dances, from classical, academic to contemporary and more based on creativity, but they all make your kids learn discipline, elegance and
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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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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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Theatre for Kids
Harness your child’s imagination!<br><br>A fantastic way for your kids to unearth their creativity!
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Cultural Dancing Classes & Lessons for kids
Learn about different cultures through dancing! Exploring the world of dance through cultural dancing can help them gain awareness of the different cultures in the world. Enrol your kids to cultural dancing classes and lessons!
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How to prepare for Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT)?
While there is no official guideline about the study hours you need to pass JLPT N5, there are some articles talking about it should be about 350-400 hours for people with Kanji knowledge and 325-600 hours if you do not have kanji knowledge.
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Beach Sports for Kids
A great way to enjoy the week-end in family! Many beach sports are accessible to any kid of any age. Learn what you need to know on the different versions of sports you may play on the beach with your kids.
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The Top 8 Things to Ask Your Kids' Swimming Coach
Every coach has their own teaching style. Some focus on technique, while others prioritize building water confidence. Make sure the coach's approach aligns with your child's needs and your expectations
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School holiday soccer camps
Play The Beautiful Game during the Holidays! Soccer (or European Football) is the world's most popular sport. Many sports clubs in Australia offer school holiday soccer camps for kids for a small fee where they can learn basic skills like dribbling, passing and shooting. Let your kids learn to score like Cristiano Ronaldo!
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