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Using our Senses for Sensory Play!

Parents may have heard the term ‘sensory play’ before but only have a brief understanding of what it may mean or how it can take place at home. Allow us to explain! Sensory play can be any type of activity that encourages one or more of a child's senses - touch, taste, sight, smell and hearing as well as movement and balance.

Simple Ways to Get Children Active Outdoors

We are lucky in Australia to experience the type of weather that makes outdoor activity and play possible in any season. In this blog post we talk about some of the benefits that children experience when participating in outdoor play and also provide some ideas on activities that children can do outdoors, in your own backyard and beyond.

How relevant is the School Readiness Curriculum for 0-3 year olds?

Did you know that the School Readiness Curriculum (SRC) is not just for children in the 4-5 year age group? The SRC is an early learning framework that is highly beneficial to children between 0-5 years of age.

What are the benefits of reading aloud to children?

We all know how much children love to listen to a story being read to them, but you may be surprised to learn just how many benefits children experience when an adult reads aloud to them.

What is 'Munch and Move'?

When it comes to an early learning environment such as Care for Kindies, the 'Munch and Move' program is one that sets children up with healthy habits that will benefit them for years to come.