When it comes to finding the right school for your child, you want to make sure they’re in a place where they can learn and grow. Of course, that doesn’t mean the school has to be fancy—it just needs to… Continue Reading >
As I sit here in Melbourne during the last stages of our current Covid lockdown, I am seeing everywhere articles about taking small steps out of lockdown and how they will be the most significant steps. Experts talk about how… Continue Reading >
What can children learn from animals? Have you ever wondered how much you could learn from your pets? We know that animals have a way of connecting with us, and it’s been proven that there are many benefits to having… Continue Reading >
It’s the middle of winter and here in Melbourne, we have just endured another Covid lockdown. The last thing we all feel like doing is being physical. However, it’s a proven fact that physical activity is not only good for… Continue Reading >
Soccer, tennis, music classes the list is endless. There are so many amazing activities that children can do after school. The smiles on children’s faces when they leave school to go to an activity demonstrates why these activities are so… Continue Reading >
I live in Melbourne, the city with the longest covid related lock down in the world. In 2019 if you had told me socialising was going to be an illegal activity because of a global pandemic, I would not have… Continue Reading >
If you’re a busy parent, you know how hard it can be to manage your time. Especially when you have multiple kids, who each have their own schedule, it can feel like you’re just constantly running from one thing to… Continue Reading >
Childcare is a sensitive topic and I don’t envy the decision of parents and guardians when looking for a care centre for their kids. You have to consider your child’s safety, their happiness, budget, and a lot more factors. Cultural… Continue Reading >
The end of the year can be very stressful especially with he festive season looming. 2021 has been a rollercoaster of a year. It is important to find ways to manage stress as well as recognise the signs of stress…. Continue Reading >
Education is a funny thing. Immediately when people hear the word the first thing they think of school. For some this can trigger bad memories of failed exams and teachers who yelled in class. For others its about playground antics… Continue Reading >
Anger is an emotion that we all can relate to. It is perfectly normal to get angry and upset, everyone has been angry at some stage. However, it is not good for your anger to become out of control, especially… Continue Reading >
Stress is a very common aspect of life. Everyone experiences stress and some people will always be more stressed than others. Stress can range from having to deal with the daily struggles such as paying the bills, cleaning your house,… Continue Reading >
Teaching your kids about finances is a gradual process that requires persistence and patience. It starts as early as preschool age when kids first witness the buying and selling of items for money. By this stage, children need to understand… Continue Reading >
Life changes when you become a parent. And sometimes, those changes can cause you to feel overwhelmed by the need to find a balance between being a good parent and staying employed. But it’s important not to lose sight of… Continue Reading >
We have all heard the saying that the magic starts once you get out of your comfort zone, however its not that easy. Doing something different can be frightening. The fear of the unknown can make you feel uneasy and… Continue Reading >
Sometimes it can be hard to stay motivated, especially when you are juggling lock downs, children, a career and a family. The reason people find themselves unmotivated could be because they are not seeing the bigger picture. When things are… Continue Reading >
Children by nature are inquisitive They are just learning about the world and its only natural that as they grow they seek answers to questions. Sometimes children can ask the strangest questions out of the blue, other times it may… Continue Reading >
2020 saw everyone’s life change, some people found themselves unemployed or working from home, there was home schooling, routines were upended and our general outlook on life changed. All these factors took a toll on our mental health and wellbeing…. Continue Reading >
The world can be a confusing place, especially right now. Its only natural that children feel unsettled and a bit out of sorts. Many children are being home schooled due to COVID and this has resulted in more screen time…. Continue Reading >
Stress is something we all have to deal with no matter what our age. It is important that as adults we help children deal with stress and changes. Building resilience in children will help them cope with the ups and… Continue Reading >
Keeping touch can be hard at the best of times. As adults our everyday lives get in the way, however for children its completely different. Children are used to being social at school and after school with playdates and other… Continue Reading >
Everywhere we look we are told that we need to have a well balanced life style. We need to balance our work life with our personal life, but how do we do this? . The world that we live in… Continue Reading >
Today in the world there are many people from many different cultures. This has resulted in many diverse people from different backgrounds the community, which in turn has resulted in many children from different cultures attending early childhood education services…. Continue Reading >
Isolation does not have to be boring for kids. It’s time to think outside the box ad have a little fun at home. These activities are easy to do, and are a great way to help keep children calm and… Continue Reading >
31st December 2019 the clock struck midnight and 2020 had begun. Little did we know what was ahead of us and how much the world was going to change in the next few months. A few months ago we were… Continue Reading >
Children look up to adults the same way that they look up to super heroes. A child can form strong relationships with adults that they interact with on a daily basis. This could be as an educator, care giver or… Continue Reading >
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How can we teach our children about trust if we cant trust people ourselves? Children unlike adults are a blank slate, they learn from their environment. Sometimes the best educational experiences are life lessons. it is important to teach children… Continue Reading >