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?
Up-cycling art
The extended periods of time at home, and reduced out of home activities over the year or two has led to increased amounts of drawings, paintings and craft being produced by little hands. Here are three creative ways to up-cycle children’s artwork.
Nests
Nests are everywhere at the moment! Here are 3 ideas to incorporate “nests” into your family play this week and beyond.
Finding your way in challenging times
An offer of hope for a challenging time.
Petal power
Look to your backyard for some crafty art materials.
Crafty animal antics
Cheery and cheap animals made from recycled tubes… get crafty with your kids.
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.
I spy
What can your child spot through their home-made binoculars?
Catch a little sunshine
Let the kids make a pretty window to help them catch some sunshine.
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
Making music every day
Attach music-making to your everyday routines and before you know it, you’ll have created some new (and joyful) habits…
Catching Olympic fever
If your kids have caught it, it may be time to get crafty.
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!
Simple puppet making... you've got it in the bag!
Transform a paper bag into a simple puppet, and watch the theatre unfold.
Balancing rocks
Sometimes all you need is a gentle, mindful task. This one is for all but the youngest members of a family.