All about children’s foreign language contests
Children who learn a foreign language can participate in language contests which give them the opportunities to win attractive prizes, gain unique experiences, and even experience overseas travel. This article walks you through each of the major language competitions available in Australia.
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 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 moreHow to Prepare for a Magic Show - Part 2
Give thought, too, to the working of your tricks. Try not to repeat. You may have a trick that relies on your use of the Changing Bag for its working. If you have a second trick which involves a change, use a Drawer Box or similar. In this way, the audience won't suspect that the Changing Bag is all that important.
Read moreBush Walking for Kids
Help your kids experience the wonders of the Australian bush!<br><br>Why not “go bush” this weekend?
Read moreHow to dress your children for exercise in winter
It seems really obvious right – put on a jumper! But knowing how to dress properly in winter is a bit of an art and can make a difference to children when participating in physical activities. This article includes three essential points that will help you to dress your child for physical activity in winter:
Read moreCycling for kids in Sydney
Organise a family cycling tour around Sydney! Experience the fun of pedaling around Sydney’s renowned bike paths and cycleways. Get the chance to grow your network and schedule a tour or a bike race!
Read moreJazz for Kids
Let your kids discover different music styles by introducing them to jazz!<br><br>Improvisation plays a big part in this music style which makes it great for creative kids who love music!
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 moreKung Fu for Kids
Teach your kids self respect and confidence by taking them to Kung Fu!<br><br> Kung Fu can develop kids’ self confidence and teamwork and may help prevent bullying at school. <br>Your kid could be the next Bruce Lee!
Read moreThe benefits of Taekwondo for children
These days so many children are on electronic equipment and not out doing what children should be doing. Yes some children doe team sports but when you think about it sometimes in life you have to be able to jump in and have the ability to do things yourself.
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 moreCubs 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.
Read moreA Guide to Golf Lessons
Ensure you have comfortable athletic wear, shoes and an eagerness to learn with an open mind. Your instructor will likely provide any additional equipment needed, not required initially but having your own set of clubs is a good investment as you progress in your golfing journey.
Read morePlanning the perfect Children’s birthday party
Every year your child’s birthday party seem to become an event that has bigger and better expectations every year. The same predicament flies through your head “should I have it at home and risk children flying everywhere and making a huge mess or should I host it out of the house that may cost more?”.
Read morePottery Painting For Kids
Let your child indulge their creative side with pottery painting!<br><br> Pottery painting involves painting pottery creations or ceramics with special paints. A versatile activity that can be done at home or a studio, pottery painting is a perfect party activity or just a fun leisure pursuit!
Read more5 benefits children may gain from learning Taekwon-Do
Taekwon-Do is primarily the Korean art of self defence. It is also a lot more than just learning kicks, punches, blocks and dodges. It can help to improve a person's physical strength, mental concentration and self confidence just to name a few. This article outlines five key benefits children can access by practising Taekwon-Do.
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 moreIndoor Soccer (Futsal) For Kids
The most popular sport today: soccer! Get your kids to try it indoors!<br><br>Indoor soccer, also known as futsal, is simpler version of the regular soccer. The same rules apply but it is played on a smaller indoor field, almost the size of a basketball court, and played with a smaller and heavier ball (for it to bounce less). Indoor soccer was introduced in Australia in 1971. Now there are 18,000 registered indoor soccer players and 120,000 social participants in competitions nationwide.<br><br>
Read moreCricket Grounds for kids
Play cricket in Australia’s world-class cricket grounds! Cricket is one of Australia's most popular sports. Watch cricket in one of the largest cricket stadiums in the world or rent a local cricket ground for your kids.
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