The importance of poetry in your child's life
World Poetry Day was hosted globally on Tuesday, 21 March and it’s a good opportunity to talk about the important role poetry plays in child development.
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It's just creative writing – right?
Do you have a child who struggles at school? Is not motivated? Simply hates it! The very last thing you’d consider is more learning – right. But perhaps if you spin that all around, you could arrive at a different point. A new starting point. Where your child can do something important, like learn how to use their imagination, and they might feel a little differently about things.
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Self Esteem and Confidence
In today’s world it is never too early to instill in them the power of a positive attitude and the importance of having self-confidence. Confidence is based on reality. It’s the steadfast knowledge that goes beyond simply “hoping for the best.” It ensures that one can confront a limiting belief — that’s the power of true confidence.
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5 kids birthday party ideas for small indoor spaces
The cold winter months can prove to be a difficult time for kids birthday parties, especially if you live in a small unit or a house with limited indoor space. So what do you do if your child wants to invite the whole class to their party and you don’t want to spend a fortune on hiring a room at a play centre? Here are 5 kids party ideas for boys and girls.
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Australian Football (AFL) for Kids
Australian Football is a great team sport, both physical and technical. Your kid will develop both his strategic and team skills, and maybe make a lot of friends!
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Educational Activities for Kids in Perth
Inspire kids to learn through fun and interesting educational activities!<br><br>Educational games and educational activities for kids are effective learning tools, as they make learning enjoyable.
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How Maria Montessori made teaching more practical
Maria Montessori was an Italian physician and educator who developed a pedagogy which is now worldwide. The Montessori Method is generally based on the idea that children learn best when the environment supports their natural desire to acquire skills and knowledge. This approach fosters children's love of learning and encourages independence by providing activities and materials which children use at their own pace. This article explains how this practical approach has become so successful worldwide.
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salsa dance for kids
Introduce the wonderful Spanish culture to kids through salsa dancing! It is also a popular partner dance wherein your children can learn important socialisation skills!
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5 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.
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Art Classes for Kids
Art classes teach kids to concentrate on the task at hand, paying attention to details and dedicating time to complete their projects. This ability to focus is valuable not only in art but also in their academic pursuits and future careers.
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Clowns in Perth
Do your kids love magic tricks? Do balloons twisted into animal shapes delight them? If so, a clown at their next birthday party might be the best surprise they could possibly imagine! There are lots of clowns in Perth available for hire who offer a range of services and fun kids activities for your little one's special event.
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Pony Riding for Kids
Jump in the saddle for a fun family activity!<br>Small children can enjoy a simple pony ride at a fete or show while older kids can hit the trails or compete in pony games and enjoy the great outdoors!
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Self 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 morePlanning Your Child's Birthday Party Entertainment & Themes
Send the little superheroes home with some cool party favors to remember the day. Think stickers, coloring books, or small action figures of their favorite characters. It's a thoughtful gesture that will leave a lasting impression.
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Baseball for Kids
If your kids are team sports players who are looking for something new, they might like to try baseball. Baseball can be a fabulous activity for kids with energy to burn. It's a relatively simple game, played with a bat and a ball between two opposing teams. Teams take turns to hit the ball and try to run around a diamond shaped course before the ball is caught and returned by the opposing team. The team with the most 'runs' at the end wins the game.
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Piano for your Kids
Get your kids to start this amazing art. They will learn one of the greatest instrument, and will at one stage be able to choose between the many variations it offers: jazz, classical, digital...
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Hip Hop Dance for Kids
Are your kids born performers? If they love to dance and perform death defying stunts they might like to channel their energy into hip hop dance routines. Hip hop is a modern style of dance involving a series of moves set to hip hop songs. It's often called urban or street dance and originated on the streets of America in the 1970s. Australian kids quickly took a like to the style!
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How 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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Cornet for kids
Give your kids a chance to play in concert bands with the cornet! In its modern form, the cornet is a brass instrument that resembles the trumpet and is often used in classical music. If your kids love playing solos in brass bands, then the cornet may be instrument for them!
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Exhibitions and expositions for kids
Your kids can be awed, amazed and entertained at exhibitions and expositions!<br><br>An exposition is usually a show, often held in a convention centre or showground, on a particular theme, such as the latest toys!
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