There is a lot to gained through play in the outdoors so get outdoors and play! Get Outdoors and Play! Not only is it a great form of exercise for general health and well being, but it is a great way to improve motor development, coordination, self confidence, cognitive skills, communication skills, visual perception and…
We love reusing items that would otherwise end up in the rubbish bin, heading off to landfill. This mornings activity repurposed some of our collection perfectly – Water Drops in Bottle Tops! Water Drops in Bottle Tops We have almost hit the half way point of school holidays. Although we have been busying ourselves with…
Peek a Boo! Peek a Boo! This is an exchange that has been played and loved by almost every parent and child I know. While it is fun and interactive, it is also a great game to play to build turn taking skills, communication skills and object permanence. What is Object Permanence? Object permanence is…
Disclaimer: This is a collaborated post and may contain affiliate links They say two of the most stressful things you can do in life are to have children and sell your home. However, when it comes to doing the latter when you have the former things can get tricky, to say the least. After all,…
DIY Rainbow soap foam is so easy to make! You probably already have all you need in your kitchen right now! Within minutes, you can create beautiful rainbow soap foam or simply a couple of shades to create an engaging sensory play activity for your toddler. There is something exciting about a tray full of…
I’m going to be completely honest here. Upon examining the cover of ‘The Last Rhino’ by Deborah Stevenson, I was excited to read about a lone rhino. Perhaps he was destined to find a friendship or embark on a journey of making rights out of wrongs in the world. Within turning a few pages, we…
Sensory play is always a success at our place and with Miss 2 still putting everything in her mouth, we are always conscious of creating taste-safe sensory small world experiences. This Sensory Beach Small World was no exemption. Other than the toys, it was completely edible! Taste Safe Sensory Beach Small World After waking very…
Meet Soren, a French Bulldog puppy who is finding his feet and with the support of a special friend, he finds his way in spite of the obstacles that he needs to over come. Soaring Soren is an amazing book for your family library! Book Review – Soaring Soren: When French Bulldogs Fly Upon opening…
Check out this AMAZING list of our all time favourite Farm Themed children’s books! Spot Goes to the Farm What the Ladybird Heard Cock a Moo Moo A Squash and a Squeeze The Little Red Hen Noni the Pony Where is the Green Sheep Peep Inside the Farm Busy Farm My Farm For the Love…
Image source Disclaimer: This is a collaborated post and may contain affiliate links No matter where you live in the world, there will be times the weather is too bad for the children to play outside. That does not mean they should stop being active though. Activity is good for both their mental and physical…
Colour matching pop stick posting is a fun little activity that presents many learning opportunities for your toddler! Toddlers love poking things into all sorts. This is a fun way to harness this milestone skill with added learning too! Colour Matching Popstick Posting Toddler Fun So the other day, I was wondering what type of…
It has long been known that reading to our children offers so much more than just entertainment. Laying back with your child has been proven to improve their cognitive development, speech and language skills, and creativity. Furthermore, reading to your child not only opens up their world and awareness of endless possibilities but allows powerful…
Watching our little ones growing up is such a rewarding experience. They discover through experiences, practise new skills and love to learn. Growing up is so much fun! In saying that…. why do they need to grow up so fast!? Nature Snipping with Your Toddler Miss 23 months was watching her sister cut up some…
After I first saw a Tape Rescue on Pinterest, I was inspired to replicate the idea straight away. What is a Tape Rescue? A Tape Rescue is a fun fine motor activity for toddlers and preschoolers that involves taping a toy to a surface and then giving the child the task off pealing the tape…
Truth be told, I am a little embarrassed as to how long it has taken me to write this post! It has been sitting on the back burner for close to six months now. We have even since replicated this play activity a few times and each time I think to myself, I really do…
One of our favourite authors is Julia Donaldson. Christmas 2016 bought our now long time favourite ‘Stickman’ into our little library as an introduction to one of our cherished English authors. With a poetic flow, the words almost dance with rhyme and repetition – two very attractive features for young children. When choosing a book…
I am always on the look out for yummy, healthy lunchbox goodies that the kids will love. I love the idea of preparing and cooking our own foods. From this, I have a little saying when choosing foods for my family. “Farm, not factory.” I feel that encouraging our children to consider where their food…
Since learning about the importance of choosing toys that encourage growth rather than just entertain, I have been in love with wooden toys. A wooden toy doesn’t simply just sit on the shelf. A child doesn’t just sit back and watch them. Wooden toys feed a child’s curiosity, fire up their imagination and engage a…
Keeping your family safe in the sun is made easier with this guide to the best natural sunscreens in Australia. Learn about the different types of UV, sunscreens and meet Australia’s own popular natural brands, so you can make an informed choice about how to best protect your family from the Australian sun. Safe in…
Image Source. Licensed under Creative Commons. Looking after your kids’ teeth is important. By instilling good dental habits early, you can encourage your kids to look after their teeth as they grow up. Here are just 10 tips for looking after your kids’ teeth. Disclaimer: This is a collaborated post and may contain affiliate…
