How 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 moreBeading - is it just fun or a learning opportunity?
While engaging in this fun activity children are also learning or further developing a number of important skills including design, hand eye co-ordination, patterning and more. This article explains each of the skills your child could learn through beading in more detail.
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 moreAqua Fun Park for Kids
With Australia's hot summers, aqua fun parks are a great way to cool off and have fun for the entire family.Even babies and toddlers can splash around in the kids' pool while older children can get their thrills from faster slides and water based rides.
Read moreMess-Free Art Adventures for Little Picassos: Discover Clean and Creative Fun for Children
Take your art adventure outdoors and explore the wonders of nature print art. Collect leaves, flowers, or any textured objects from the backyard. Place them under a piece of paper and use crayons or pencils to create rubbings.
Read moreBoys Brigade For Kids
Boys Brigade History - The Boys Brigade is a Christian youth organisation founded in 1883 by Sir William Alexander Smith. It was founded on two pillars of Religion and Discipline and is set up to develop Christian manliness by using semi-military discipline, gymnastics, summer camps, and religious services. The first Boys Brigade in Australia was formed in Melbourne in 1890.
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 moreGymkhana Clubs for kids
Let Your Kids Learn The Ropes of Gymkhana! Gymkhana is a sport for kids and adults which involves obstacles, races, and relays. It is a fun sport which may be played individually or by teams. It is a stepping stone for kids to get comfortable in riding their ponies, and develop their riding skills for a future in Rodeo!
Read moreLittle athletics in Sydney
Pump up your kids with little athletics! Little athletics is a sport based on athletics, but the rules are slightly modified to fit the abilities of children. Get your kids to run on the track now!
Read moreFutsal - the best skills developer
A study has compared Futsal to Football and concluded that Futsal can help kids develop technical skills and transform them into quick decision makers. The study concluded that Futsal players execute passes with a higher intensity as they make 23% more passes per minute that are 18% more accurately than football players. Find out more here.
Read moreSoccer for Toddlers: A Guide to Starting Early
Soccer classes for toddlers are different from adult or older children's classes. They focus on building a strong foundation and a love for the game.
Read moreHow yoga can help kids with Asthma
Spring is the season that asthma and allergies suffers dread the most due to triggers such as poor air quality and high pollen count. An exciting new study from the Chinese University in Hong Kong found that regular yoga practice had a positive impact on the quality of life of asthma suffers. Kid’s yoga and mindfulness can help as a complementary therapy and an alternative to standard breathing exercises. Read about the best exercises your child can do here.
Read moreMeditation for Kids
Let your kids tap in to the power of their mind with meditation!<br><br>Learning meditation can equip your child with valuable skills that may last them a lifetime!
Read more4 Reasons why Performing Arts is more than just a hobby
It's frustrating when something their child enjoys is ranked lower on a parent's priority list when compared to their grades at school. Is it really more important for a painfully shy 8 year old to have top grades than developing confidence? Their grades at school won't help them stick up for themselves in the playground and coming first in their maths class won't help them sell their skills in a job interview. But taking part in the performing arts will help and this is why...
Read moreArt Galleries For Kids In Melbourne
Introduce your kids to the great artists of Australia!<br><br>Referred to as the Cultural Capital of Australia, Melbourne is Australia's centre of excellence for the arts.
Read moreHow kids yoga aids school readiness
This is the time of year when excited preschoolers and their families go to their ‘Big School’ orientations. Much of the year has been spent learning letters, numbers and alike. All this knowledge is a great foundation; however research shows us that focusing on socio-emotional skills is the best way to set kids up for success. This article outlines how yoga can help your child prepare for starting school.
Read moreFamily Holidays in Western Australia
Find the perfect destination for your family holiday!<br><br>The Australian holidays are perfect occasions to spend quality time with the family.
Read moreMuseums for Kids in Melbourne
Explore the best museums in Melbourne!<br><br>Weekends with the kids can be loads of fun in Melbourne as there are many activities for kids and things to do in Melbourne that are cheap and easily accessible.
Read moreTheme Parks for Kids
These parks are a great activity idea to enjoy a great week end in family. Find the one that suits your kids and have a lot of fun! Adventure, water or movie based, you can find one that suits all tastes!
Read moreBike 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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