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 more10 Fun Soccer Games for Kids to Play at Home
10 engaging soccer games for kids to play at home, perfect for nurturing their love for sports, teamwork, and physical activity. From obstacle courses to mini matches, these games are ideal for fun and skill-building.
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 moreCombat sports for kids
Are your children fascinated by martial arts films? Have you caught them doing a karate chop in the backyard? If so, a combat sport could be the perfect kids activity for them! They build strenght and self esteem with less risk of injury than team sports.
Read morePerforming Art School for Kids
Release your child’s inner superstar!<br><br>What a great way for your child to express their creativity and make new friends!
Read moreYouth Centres for Kids
Looking for somewhere your kids can spend time and learn new skills?
Read moreHow swimming helps build confidence in children
Sports and physical activity, like swimming, are an excellent way to build confidence in kids; it gives them independence, teaches them about success and failure, and moulds them into confident little swimmers. These seven steps will help your kids build confidence while they learn to swim.
Read moreAstronomy clubs for kids
Discover how shooting stars work! Do your kids like stargazing? Do you often notice them watching the sky? Perhaps they can join astronomy clubs for kids!
Read moreJazz dancing for kids
Put those little jazz shoes on! Do your children show eagerness to become a good dancer? Then why not let them try jazz dancing?
Read moreFamily Holidays in Queensland
Spend the family holidays with kids in Queensland!<br /><br />Are you in for exciting and adventure-filled family holidays?
Read moreFinding the Right Time: When to Start Your Child in Karate Classes & Lessons
Karate can be an excellent way to channel their energy, teach them self-control, and boost their self-esteem. Plus, the social aspect of Karate schools helps them make friends while learning.
Read moreEmpowering Adolescents: The Psychological Benefits of Rites of Passage
Imagine giving your child the gift of self-discovery through a shared spiritual experience that aligns with your family's beliefs and values.
Read moreFrom Tap to Jazz: Exploring the World of Kids' Dance Styles
Explore the exciting benefits of tap and jazz for children, from enhancing musicality and coordination to encouraging creativity and expression. A guide for Australian families on choosing a dance style.
Read moreArt centre for kids
Enrich your children's artistic talents through your local art centre! An art centre offers various art workshops and drawing classes for children in Australia.
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 moreWhat Age Should Your Child Start Swimming? Tips for Parents
Once kids hit the school-age range (6 to 8 years old), they've got the physical and mental capabilities to grasp more advanced swimming techniques.
Read moreWhy You Should Consider Gymnastics Camp for Your Kids These School Holidays
Enrolling your child in a Gymnastics Camp during the school holidays can also benefit their regular gymnastics classes. They'll have a chance to reinforce what they've learned, develop new skills, and gain a competitive edge when they return to Gymnastics Centres after the break.
Read moreBirdwatching is much more than ticking off a list
Birds are not just pretty objects that happen to move around. They are living creatures – quite extraordinary living creatures in fact, with a rather complicated anatomy associated with flight, better eyesight than humans, more intelligence than they’re often given credit for, with a great variety of social structures, and many kinds of ecological relationships with other species. and the ecosystem generally by quietly sitting and watching, even if it is a species you’ve seen many times before.
Read moreHow to Make a Kids Party Special: Tips for Parents
Whether you opt for a backyard BBQ, a beachside picnic, or a wild adventure at a theme park, your little tacker is bound to have a blast. So, let's get cracking and make your next kids' party special!
Read moreHow to Prepare for a Magic Show - Part 3A
To a magician, however, an innocent table is anything but innocent. It can have a shelf or servante (large pocket) attached to the back edge, ready to provide or discard magical items in a timely manner. It can have a black-art well in the top, to receive a magician's unwanted objects.
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