Nurturing Early Reading Skills: A Guide to Preparing Your Child for Literacy
Introducing a child to the enchanting world of reading is a gift that keeps on giving. As parents, you have the wonderful opportunity to lay the foundation for their literacy journey. By cultivating a love for language, providing a rich learning environment, engaging in purposeful activities, and integrating essential phonics skills, you can set the […]
Turning Toilet Time into Playtime: A Fun Strategy for Overcoming Toilet Training Regression
Toilet training is a significant milestone in a child’s development, marking their transition from diapers to using the toilet independently. However, setbacks can occur, and some children might experience regression even after successfully being toilet trained. One common challenge parents face is when a child develops a fear of doing a poo, leading to discomfort […]
Home Made DIY Slime and its play benefits for children
Making homemade slime is a fun and easy activity that you can do at home with your kids. One way to make slime is by using shampoo. Here’s a simple recipe for making slime using shampoo: Ingredients: 1 cup of shampoo ( any brand and scent) 1/2 cup of cornstarch Food colouring (optional) Glitter (optional) […]
Teaching Shapes at Home: Creative Ideas from a Teacher’s Perspective
Learning shapes is an important building block for children’s cognitive development. As a teacher, it’s important to provide engaging and interactive activities that help children learn and understand shapes in a fun and meaningful way. Here are a few activity ideas that you can use to teach shapes at home: Shape scavenger hunt: This […]
Cloud Dough recipe and play benefits
Cloud dough is a simple and fun activity that kids can make and play with at home. It’s easy to make and only requires a few simple ingredients. Here’s a recipe for making cloud dough: Ingredients: 8 cups flour 1 cup oil (vegetable or baby oil work well) 2 drops of your favourite scent Instructions: […]
You Got This, Mum! Navigating the School Holidays with 2 Kids and a Growing Belly
As a pregnant mum with two kids, the school holidays can be both exciting and overwhelming. On one hand, it’s great to have some extra time with the kids and make memories together. On the other hand, it can be a challenge to come up with activities that will keep the kids entertained and engaged […]
FunFilled Summer Activities to do at home with kids
One of the best things about the summer is that it provides an opportunity to spend more time outside and enjoy the warm weather. But sometimes, the heat can be too much or it’s raining, and we need to find activities to do at home with kids. There are many fun and engaging activities that […]
The Versatile Educational Tool: How Reusable, Personalized Writing Boards Can Help Children Learn and Develop Various Skills
Reusable, personalised writing boards are a fantastic tool for enhancing and growing children’s abilities in fine motor skills, learning to write, and learning to spell. These boards are made with durable materials and can be customized with a child’s name or a special message, making them a fun and engaging tool for learning. One of […]
Making the most of school holidays in Melbourne: A mum’s guide
Melbourne school holiday activities: As the school holidays approach, Melbourne mums are faced with the age-old question of how to keep their kids entertained and engaged while they’re out of school. While it can be a challenge to come up with new and exciting activities, there are plenty of ways to keep your little ones […]
Mastering Time Management as a Busy Mum: Tips and Strategies for Balancing Life, Work and Home Duties
As a busy mum of two kids, managing your time effectively can be a real challenge. Here are some tips for scheduling your life, work, and home duties to help you stay organised and on track: Prioritise: Make a list of all your tasks and responsibilities, then prioritise them in order of importance. Tackle the […]