Just breathe – 3 calming techniques for you and your child
Teaching our kids conscious breathing can help them learn to regulate their emotions. It can be the difference that stops a full-scale meltdown in the middle of the supermarket, for both you and your child. Here are a few techniques that can be done anywhere, at any time.
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 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 moreHow to make the first day of swimming lessons more enjoyable
Whether your child has participated in infant and toddler swimming classes or family fun swims at the local pool, the first day of swimming lessons can often prove to be a little intimidating. This article details how parents and carers can help.
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 moreSports Camps For Kids In QLD
The best way to train your little athletes is through sports camps!<br><br>Keep your children physically fit and active even during kids school holidays.
Read moreBringing Magic to Your Child's Birthday
Host an Enchanted Forest-themed birthday for kids, featuring whimsical decorations, magical activities, magicians, themed snacks, and an unforgettable birthday cake.
Read moreCycling for Kids
Get your kids into the cycling world, a very versatile sport! <br><br>In Australia there are many ways kids can get involved in cycling both competitively and for leisure.
Read moreSelf defence for kids - recognising danger
Teaching our children (and ourselves) to recognise what is “normal” in our homes, schools, and local community can make it a lot easier to spot incongruities that may signal a potential danger or dangerous situation. This article outlines some potential danger signs that your child could be more aware of.
Read moreChildren and Sport: Nurturing Little Champions
From enhancing flexibility to building strength, these classes are a fantastic way to get your child moving. Plus, they learn balance and coordination, crucial skills at this tender age.
Read moreIs my child old enough to start violin?
Somewhere between four and eight years is the best time to begin a violin journey. That’s a wide range, and your child will fit in based upon a number of factors such as the child’s maturity, motor control, available family time and most of all: your level of patience as a parent. This test will help you determine if now is the right time.
Read moreFun Drills and Games to Practice Basketball Skills at Home
A classic basketball game, Knockout, is perfect for improving shooting accuracy and teaching kids about healthy competition. Line up several kids, and each takes turns shooting free throws. If someone makes a basket before you, you're "knocked out." The last person standing wins!
Read moreScouts for kids in Adelaide
Inspire your kids to get involved in Scouts activities!<br><br>Scouts Australia is an organisation for boys and girls 6 years old and above.
Read moreCricket for kids in South Australia
See your kid bat up a storm in South Australia! With its rich history in the sport, it comes as no surprise that South Australia has one of the largest supporting community for the nationʼs junior cricket stars!
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 moreSKATE PARK SAFETY 101
You need to stay on your bike / scooter / skateboard or other wheeled device at all times. Don’t leave your equipment around the park, the ramps are NOT slippery slides, and the park is not a running track. Running around the park will only get in the way of other users.
Read more5 Important reasons to enrol your child in Martial Arts
When a parent is considering enrolling their child or children into a martial arts school, they have to consider both their motivation and the motivations of their child. In order for a child to learn to love and stick with martial arts training over a long period of time, they have to share common goals with their parents, and most of all, the parents and child all have to enjoy it. If a parent's goals are not being met, then they may feel they are not getting their money's worth.
Read moreCamp grounds in Adelaide
Get in touch with nature on the camp grounds in Adelaide! There are a number of campgrounds located in South Australia in various places across the state, including Adelaide. Adelaide's national parks offer some of the best locations for a great camping holiday.
Read morePlanning a Memorable Kids' Birthday Party in Australia: Top Party Venues and Entertainment Ideas
Remember to consider your child's interests, the number of guests, and your budget when making your choices. And don't forget to check with the venue or entertainer well in advance to secure your spot.
Read more6 REASONS TO TAKE KIDS TO SKATE PARKS
Most people think of sport as athletic and art/music as creative. I think Action Sports offers both. As mentioned above, it aids physical development, but the very nature of the sport encourages a level of personal creativity not offered in traditional “stick & ball” sports. There are no rules and no set way to do things. You can create your own style, invent a trick, be different to your friends and leave your own impression.
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