Tag Archives: environment

Nappies…they are a part of everyday life for parents and anyone working in the early childhood industry. On average, children use 5000-6000 single-use nappies before becoming toilet trained! This blog post will explore some key things to consider if you… Continue Reading >

The latest IPCC climate report warns of the increasing risks of ecological disasters and losses. In Australia, we are already experiencing intensifying droughts, heatwaves, bushfires, storms and flood. The common threads lying behind these disasters is human destructions of our… Continue Reading >

Sally Gillespie, PhD   When researchers recently surveyed 10,000 young people between the ages of 16-25 years from ten countries, they were not surprised to hear how anxious the majority of them felt about climate change. Their findings add to… Continue Reading >

Connection with nature creates the arena to think outside ourselves. Being supported by the environment increases the level of respect and value to the individual self. Therefore, caring for nature ultimately means having higher regard for our own existence within… Continue Reading >

Strategies to help you make bedtime happier for everyone. This is a very common situation because children love the companionship of their parents. When co-sleeping has been a long-term practice, this is what your child has come to expect as… Continue Reading >

Global temperatures are rising. And nowhere is this felt more than in cities and suburbs where landscapes can be anywhere up to 10 degrees hotter than nearby rural or coastal areas. This ‘heat island’ effect in urban areas is caused… Continue Reading >

Throughout 2020, COVID-19 had a profound impact on how we work and learn. The long-term effects of the pandemic on our society will likely be a matter of discussion and debate for years to come. This article will demonstrate how… Continue Reading >

Whilst many people like the cooler months, my favourite time of year is when it is warm and sunny. The ability to be outside in the environment and experiencing nature first hand with the kids is so enjoyable. However, the… Continue Reading >

Society is making strides in a growing environmental revolution, as evidenced by new policies around the elimination of single use plastics. However Australian families needn’t wait for policy changes to lead a more sustainable life. Children are learning more about… Continue Reading >

As ice melt increases and bush fires rage, it is more vital than ever that we talk about the looming global climate crisis. We cannot act unless we talk and we cannot talk unless we learn to recognise and acknowledge… Continue Reading >