Early literacy skills build the foundation that your child will need to become successful readers and writers later in life. Exposure to text when reading picture books is an easy way to improve a child’s vocabulary. They hear a wider range of words than they would in their everyday conversations. Studies have shown that by …
Slime is a great sensory activity for children. A lot of slime recipes require the use of Borax, glues or soap which can be off limits for younger children who like to taste test everything. This recipe is quick and simple to make and best of all, is completely safe if your little one wants …
5 ways pool noodles can make parenting easier Pool noodles are an essential tool to combat some issues you may be having with your child. Is your bub more into head banging than sleeping? Try slicing the length of a pool noodle and placing it over the rails in your cot, to stop them from …
Seeing a rainbow is often an exciting time for a child. The other day we were out driving when we saw a rainbow in the distance. My little girl was so excited to see it and I realised that we hadn’t really made a big thing about rainbows in the past and she probably didn’t …
This activity is an easy way to practice recognising colours. What you need: pom poms in different colours muffin tray paper cut into circles to fit into base of muffin trays coloured markers / felt pens What to do: Write the colour name with the same coloured pen on each circle – (red with red …
Hand and finger strength is essential for children to be successful at tasks that require good fine motor control. Fine motor skills are used to perform delicate movements with precision. This can include handwriting, using scissors and fiddly activities like doing up a button or a zip. Children need to develop strength in their fingers …
Playdough is popular with kids and can be an excellent way of developing fine motor skills in children and experimenting with manipulating a material. It is reasonably cheap and easy to make at home (find recipes here). Below are some simple activities that require minimal equipment and are fun for kids of all ages …
Travelling with kids is a challenge that you might want to avoid but someday you’re going to have to take that cross country drive, or fly to some exotic (hopefully) location. With a bit of planning and forethought, it doesn’t have to be a drama. Here’s some tips I’ve used to make travel more enjoyable …
When using food colouring to dye playdough, rice or pasta, mix 2 primary colours (red, blue, yellow) together to make secondary colours (green, purple, orange). Print primary and secondary colours poster as a guide
Playdough is cheap and easy to make and can provide so many learning experiences for your children. Children can easily be involved in the making process, with measuring and mixing. If you want to dye it different colours, I suggest adding the food colouring at the end. Cooking required Playdough Ingredients 1 Cup of flour …