Blogs

15
May

Is Family Dinner a Thing of the Past?

Is family dinner a thing of the past? “May I please be excused from the table” is a term that almost seems archaic to me. One of my fondest memories as a child is my mother yelling “DINNNEERR!”

26
Apr

Is One Hour a Day Too Much Screen Time?

It’s important to examine the benefits and repercussions of sitting them in front of a screen. How much is too much screen time? Is there a certain age where screen time is okay?

2
Jul

Review of Children’s Puzzles and Games

Which games are great for development, while still being educational? In this article, we’ll explore this field.

17
Jun

How to Teach Moral Lessons to Kids

Morals are at the centres of our lives. They teach us what is right, what is wrong and how to be good people without sacrificing ourselves in the process.

30
May

Fun Children’s Projects to Make with Cardboard

In this article, we’ll take a look at some projects that both you and your kids will have a blast making.

14
May

Cultural Differences between Children: Learning Respect

In a country like Australia, there are many different cultures and backgrounds, which is why it is important to teach your children about respecting and honouring their differences.

30
Apr

How a Child’s Home Learning Environment Impacts their Learning

Research conducted over many years in numerous countries suggests that a child’s home environment greatly impacts the way a child learns at school.

16
Apr

The Role of Fantasy and Make Believe in a Child’s Life

We aren’t all superheroes, princesses and firefighters – but sometimes, for a short while, we can be

30
Mar

Teaching Children about Money

Although your child may not yet be in the world of mortgages, taxes and bills, that doesn’t mean they shouldn’t understand money!

18
Mar

Celebrating Important Milestones in a Child’s Life

Your child has grown a bit. They’re no longer as little as they were: they can walk and talk and voice their opinions on what kind of sandwich and bread they’d like.