World Nursery Rhyme Week: Why Nursery Rhymes are Important
Nursery rhymes have been a beloved part of childhood for generations. Many are simple, they’re often very catchy, and sometimes they can be seemingly nonsense. One thing’s for sure — nursery rhyme verses play a vital role in children’s development, fostering literacy, rhythm, memory, and vocabulary. They can also contribute to nurturing strong bonds between educators, […]
Read MoreTop Easter activities for early childhood services
Easter means a lot of different things to everyone, whether it’s a time of religious recognition, a long weekend to look forward to or a period to eat lots of delicious food (and chocolate!). Whatever Easter means to you, it’s commonly a time that people get together with their families or gather within communities. It’s […]
Read MoreInclusive Early childhood holiday activities
The holiday season is a festive time of togetherness, celebration and enjoying the sunshine. Many will be excited about their upcoming Christmas traditions, along with a variety of other celebrations and events depending on culture, preferences or religious beliefs. Fostering a sense of belonging is vital for children’s development and wellbeing in early childhood, and […]
Read MoreMaking Mother’s Day special in 2020
Mother’s Day is coming up on Sunday 10 May, and while it’s going to be a little different this year, there are still many ways we can make mum feel special and show her how much she is loved and appreciated. Each year Mother’s Day presents an opportunity to show mum’s how loved are appreciated […]
Read MoreActivities for children at home
To prevent boredom from creeping in while children are stuck inside at home, we’ve put together a number of fun activities that the whole family can enjoy! Home activities for children Fill out the form below to download the following activities now: Hidden Colours Experiment The Floor is Lava Nature Treasure Hunt – Bonus certificate included! […]
Read MoreExploring the five senses with children
A challenge of working in child care is discovering ways to engage children while also enhancing their development. Exploring the five senses with children in child care can open up your mind to many activities with the confidence that you are contributing to their development. The five senses are an excellent way for children to […]
Read MoreFour Fresh Activities for Aged Care Facilities
While some aged care residents may be quite happy with their routines, many older individuals look forward to trying something new or doing something fun or interesting. As an aged carer, introducing fun or different activities into the lives of those in your care can be as simple or as complex as you like. Here […]
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