The Many Benefits of Laughter
Giggles that Make the ‘Grey Matter’ Grow! Everybody loves to laugh – it is, without question, one of the great gifts that life has to offer us, in an often-much-too-serious world. There is, however, a good deal of unnecessary disagreement about when laughter is appropriate and when it isn’t – even for young children. Laughter generally has the […]
How to Limit Screen Time for Children
These days we are more interconnected than ever before. And while that brings huge advantages to our everyday life, it also leaves our children exposed to various media wherever they turn. Smartphones, tablets, laptops and plain personal computers are all very alluring in the eyes of children. However, they can also be very addictive and […]
Picky Eating and the Minefield of Toddler Nutrition
Hangry (haa-n-gree): Being irritable or bad-tempered as a result of hunger A hangry toddler can manifest in a thousand different ways – from tears to tantrums. Luckily something as simple as a bottle or a cracker can turn a toddler-saurus rex back into a cherub. The question is what do you do when the foods your […]
Halloween at Home – The Spooky Season with Children
n Australia, interest in Halloween has spiked! While our Spring is more sun-kissed than pumpkin-spiced, there are still plenty of ways to enjoy the spooky season. For many years, Halloween was little more than an excuse to watch scary movies and chow down on lollies. Now we have pumpkins and parties, parades, trick or treating, […]
The 3-Mind Revolution – Nurturing a “Learning Mind” in Your Child
In the 21st Century, technology has evolved rapidly and so has education philosophies and systems across the world. Needless to say, technology has also been introduced to teaching curriculums for young children all over the world since the Internet is now integral for everyday life. With the evolution of technology, comes a need for children to […]
How Reading Fiction Can Aid Learning & Development in Children
The simple act of reading has long been proven to be a major contributor to children’s learning and development. In fact, reading for pleasure has been shown to have a greater impact on children’s cognitive development than their parents’ education levels, and a more significant factor influencing life achievement than socio-economic backgrounds. Children who read frequently also […]
Growth and Development: 5 Core Values to Nurture In Your Child
Every parent hopes for their child to grow up to be a good person, armed with a strong moral compass to guide them in making the right decisions later in life. Developing moral values in your children is just as, if not more important than academic knowledge, as they help shape who they are in […]
Parenting Tips: Why It’s Important To Be Your Child’s Friend
Friendships are one of the most treasured things in life and developing on with your child can be deeply fulfilling. There are different parenting styles, from free-range parenting to authoritative parenting, but at the heart of it, it is important that you are their constant source of support and that they enjoy spending time with you. While it’s important […]
4 Ways To Introduce Sustainability to Children
As the world goes through a climate emergency, it’s more important than ever to talk with your children about the concept of sustainability. Admittedly, it’s difficult to know how to begin the discussion – especially if you’re broaching the topic with young toddlers. But it’s okay to start small by referencing everyday activities such as […]
How To Reduce Your Child’s Screen Time With These Fun Activities
In this digital world that we live in, electronic devices are an inevitable part of our lives. For children growing up alongside them, overexposure is a real concern for parents. According to research, only 17% to 23% of Australian preschoolers meet the recommended guidelines for screen time. This duration increases as they grow. Excessive screen time […]