5-8 Years

Balloon volleyball

Indoor sports can be great – especially on wet and cold days. Keep your child active, with this fun activity. Balloon volleyball gets your children moving, developing their gross motor skills as they follow and tap the balloon. They also learn to persist and problem-solve in this game. What do I need? Balloon (and some […]

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Water xylophone

Create a clever instrument at home. This is simple but fun and your child can make some great sounds. When they listen, they can notice the different sounds and start to make musical tunes.  What you’ll need: Glass bottles, jars or glasses (same size is best but not necessary) Water Pencil, stick or chopstick Food

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Hide and Seek with Teddy

Peek-a-boo, where are you? How do we find Teddy hiding in the house? With some clues of course! This game lets your child develop language to describe parts of your house, and it also helps develop their problem-solving skills.  Have fun hiding and finding Teddy! What do I need? A teddy bear or another favourite

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Child and Family Learning Centres

CFLCs are places for parents, families, and caregivers with children from birth to 5 years of age and expectant parents to attend in their local community. CFLCs are free, fun places to play, connect with other families, and access services to support you and your family. Each CFLC offers different programs to suit their local

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Libraries

It is never too early to build your child’s love of books and learning. Books can transport you into a different world, or teach you new words – there is so much to discover at any age. Libraries Tasmania have books of all types to grow with your kids. From pictures books for babies, to

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Storytime

Come on a journey with your child and enter the world of books! Discover what happens to a very hungry caterpillar after they eat their way through everything! Or find out where the little green sheep is hiding. Storytime is completely free and it’s offered at 18 libraries across Tasmania. These interactive sessions are for

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Launching into Learning

LiL is for bubs and kids up to the age of five. It is also completely free to access! Sessions happen weekly during school term and are guided by a teacher trained in the early years. LiL is available at every government Primary School in Tasmania. Each school tailor LiL for the communities they work

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