During our day to day activities, one topic that seems to be coming up with Mummies of toddlers lately is social development. Each of us are encouraging our children to play with one another child building a sand castle or staking blocks however are we being realistic with our expectations? Six Stages of Social Development…
Add some fun into every day with these balance activities for toddlers. Learn how to add balancing games into you toddlers day to not only improve their balance and coordination but many other vital life skills too. The Importance of Balance and Coordination Developing balance and coordination early in life sets the foundation for a…
In this blog post, we dive into an exciting and educational apple-sorting activity designed to captivate the mind of your toddler. Through hands-on engagement, children not only enjoy themselves but also cultivate essential cognitive skills. The art of sorting apples goes beyond mere play – it’s a valuable learning experience that lays the foundation for…
Get ready to explore the super cool realm of painting with balls with your toddler in this article. Brace yourself for an artistic adventure where your toddler can experiment, explore, and create their very own masterpieces. That is while boosting their fine motor skills, cognitive abilities, and sensory experiences. We’ve got a step-by-step guide that…
Pop your paint brush aside and have fun with rubber ducky stamping with your toddler. This is a great standalone activity or one to further expand on a 5 little ducks theme. Rubber ducks are a great tool for babies and toddlers to use for painting. Learn more about rubber stamping and the benefits of…
Learn how to create a taste-safe dinosaur fossil dig for your toddler. Kids love dinosaurs. It seems that most kids show an interest in dinosaurs at one point or another. Dinosaur fossil digs are a fantastic way to introduce young children to the world of science and history. Not only are they fun and engaging,…
Here is an ultimate list of the best Easter Baskets ideas for kids and over 120 non-lolly Easter Egg fillers that kids love. Whether you are looking for Easter Basket craft ideas, steps to creating the perfect Easter basket, or non-candy Easter egg filler inspiration, you will find all that here plus more! Best Easter…
Learning to read with CVCs and phonics-based learning has shown huge success in developing long-term reading and writing competency. Having the ability to read and write is such a monumental element in our modern-day lives in so many ways. Teaching your child to read and write can be exciting and be made lots of fun!…
How children learn to read may seem like an overwhelming process. However, this empowering skill is a process that starts long before your child begins to talk and is really not that complicated. Learning to read can be broken down into incremental steps. So where should parents start? Being a part of teaching your child…
Here is a round up of the best insect and bug toys for toddlers! When it comes to bug themed gift ideas for kids, there are so many varieties that are popular. Play to your child’s interests and you are going to find the perfect match! Encourage your toddlers love for nature while learning about…
Have you been considering a soft touch Relax Mat tatami rug for your child’s play space? Here is our comprehensive Relax Mat by Muscle Mat review to show you why our Relax Mat has quickly become such a valued addition to our play area. In this review, learn what a tatami mat is and all…
Here are 10 tips that you may take into account for assisting your little ones to develop their speech and language development. The best tool to encourage healthy speech and language development is YOU! Tips encouraging speech and language development Speech is a huge part of our society’s means of communicating. Your child’s first words…
A DIY ball run is a great way to entertain your little ones. Hands up if you have some toilet rolls lurking around the house somewhere *raises hand*. Our house certainly presents the opportunity for a DIY toilet roll play idea pretty regularly! This play hack is so simple to set up and can put…
In recent years, there has been a shift back to classic wooden toys such as those of generations before us. With all the technological advances of today, why are parents choosing to go with old school toys? Simply, because they are better. Why Wooden Toys are Better Parents are often faced with the difficult decision…
Valuable toddler activities that can really can make a difference to your child’s development include strengthening fine motor skills with pegs! One of the biggest issues educators are seeing with kids entering kindy is their lack of fine motor skills. This in turn, presents challenges when it comes to handwriting, cutting with scissors, tying shoes…
Dapple with a bit of science at home with the kids with this two-part, sensory activity! These Fizzy Dinosaur Eggs are easy to create at home with your toddler and preschooler, using common pantry ingredients! Fizzy Dinosaur Eggs Chemical reactions are fascinating for both kids and parents alike! This Fizzy Dinosaur Egg experiment involves the…
High contrast images for babies can have such a valuable impact on a baby’s development. From sight, cognitive and language development, you can provide an enriched environment for your baby to thrive from the day they are born. High Contrast Images for Babies The development of sensory pathways that are responsible for a child’s vision…
As the festive season is drawing near, many people are starting to think about what they will be doing when their kids wake up in the morning and what they’ll do in the evening. One of the most popular things for children to do during this time of year is an Activity Advent Calendar. Activity…
Are you looking for printable book activities to do with your children? Look no further! This printable We’re Going on a Bear Hunt activities play pack will keep your little ones entertained and engaged while they work on their reading comprehension. We’re going on a bear hunt, we’re going to catch a big one! We’re…
Heading into winter, we are well aware that food can become more scarce for our native birds. After collecting a surplus of pine cones, it only made sense for us to create a way to help out our feathered friends by creating some Pine Cone Bird Feeders! Pine Cone Bird Feeders We love using nature…
