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 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 moreCanoeing for kids in Perth
Experience a cool summer on the waters of Perth! The adrenaline pumping water sports are the most popular activities for kids in Perth, including paddle sports such as canoeing.
Read moreTennis for Kids
Get your kid to start Tennis and compare to Roger Federer! Your kids may start learning quite young, and will quickly have fun playing it. Double or singles, in family or with friends, your children will love sharing that sportive moment.
Read moreSchool Holiday Activities For Kids
Keep your kids busy during school holidays!
Get them to go outside and breathe some fresh air with these ideas for school holiday activities for kids!
Kiteboarding for Kids
Glide across the waves with this adrenaline filled sport!
Also known as kite surfing, this fast growing sport is popular with adults and kids alike!
Museums for Kids in Melbourne
Explore the best museums in Melbourne!
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.
Magic clubs for kids
It's not fun to do magic on your own! Magic clubs provide ways for magicians to come together and sharpen their craft. Australia was one of the first countries to have a magic club, with the establishment of the Australian Society of Magicians in 1907. Will your child be the next David Blaine?
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 moreLibraries for Kids
Help your kids awaken to a whole new world of wonder through reading!
Give your kids a chance to explore wholecompletely new worlds through reading!
Water Fun Park for Kids
Keep cool during summer at a water fun park!
Especially popular during the summer, these facilities can provide a fun day out for all the family!
Picking a martial arts school can be hard
I've been doing martial arts for over 20 years now and the challenges faced by parents back then are the same today. You want your child to do martial arts because you believe that it will help them in an aspect of their life. Maybe it's confidence, fitness, protection or interpersonal skills. These tips will help you choose the best martial arts school for your kid.
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.
But, I have a new mantra now. “Nobody was built for ballet. Ballet was built for us.”
This is a first-hand account explaining exactly how ballet can improve your child's hip hop performance.
10 Things Your Child's Gymnastics Coach Wants You to Know
There might be days when your child nails a new skill effortlessly and others when they struggle with something they've done before. It's all part of the learning process.
Read moreAll 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 moreSchool Holiday Activities for Kids in Melbourne
When in Melbourne, your kids will have so many options to spend their school holidays – the holidays might not be enough to try them all!
Read moreChess for kids in Sydney
Chess is a fantastic brain training game. Your kids can benefit and have hours of fun with this intellectually stimulationg pastime. Teach them the simple set of rules to play this worldwide-loved game, and they'll be set up for a lifetime of friendly competition that could even turn into an international pursuit!
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