Gone are the days when libraries were places of silence and complete calm, and where children were expected to be seen and not heard.
All in pre-schoolers
Kids in the Kitchen - Part One
Cooking with kids. Does this make you think “giant mess” or “a whole lot of fun”? Part One is to inspire you to get prepared and bravely include your child/ren in kitchen adventures.
Crafts to warm up little fingers
To keep little fingers moving offer some cosy craft materials.
Getting out in the cold weather
It’s the first day of Winter where I am living. And it’s COLD outside. How do we get enough outdoor playtime when it’s cold, blustery and rainy??
Colour mix tricks
If the thought of painting with kids leaves you frazzled, learn how to steer a very basic colour wheel.
The best shoes are NO shoes
Even better than taking your little one’s shoes off is never putting them on in the first place!
Poetry to their ears
You really can’t go wrong with introducing a little poetry into your daily routine
Back to Basics with Nature
After many years of working with children and families in Nature, it is often the most basic things that are the most memorable and fun.
Paper pizzas with the lot
Watch little fingers get busy with some pretend cooking.
Climbing Trees
There is a lot of joy to be had when climbing trees…but it may not be that simple for your family. Read on for ideas on balancing the benefits and risks of tree climbing for your child/ren.
Finding a parent-child music class near you
There are a multitude of parent-child music programs on offer in the community but how do you choose which one is right for you and your little one?
Nests
Nests are everywhere at the moment! Here are 3 ideas to incorporate “nests” into your family play this week and beyond.
Five simple steps to making the most of playtime
Super-charge the learning opportunities for your child by following these five simple steps during playtime.
Squish it
Bring some colour into your child’s day, with paintings that start with a simple blob!
Developing Fine Motor Skills Through Play
The following blog discusses how play and music can help develop a child’s fine motor skills.
Making a mess
Whether it be indoors or outdoors, with food, mud or paint…creating space for you and your children to make a mess can be a fun, dynamic and satisfying way to spend time…lockdown or not.
Snip, snip, snowflakes!
Let the wintery weather inspire you to get crafty with your kids
Is something fishy going on at your place?
When days seem long, go fishing with the kids…
Painting Rocks
A simple activity to play in your own backyard, with whatever you have on hand!
Balancing rocks
Sometimes all you need is a gentle, mindful task. This one is for all but the youngest members of a family.