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Five tips for talking about food and eating

June 8, 2023
We want our kids to have a good relationship with food and eating.

Top tips for keeping kids road safe

May 18, 2023
It’s never too early to start teaching kids about road safety.

Tips for Picky Eaters

April 4, 2023
Does it feel like your child won’t eat anything you give them? Don’t worry! Most kids will be picky at times.

Music time with baby

August 15, 2022
One of the best things about singing with your baby is that they don’t care if you can sing in tune – they just love to hear you sing! 

Playing with light and shadows

August 2, 2022
Playing with shadows is something your child might enjoy the next time you are looking for a great learning activity.

Backyard obstacle challenge

July 18, 2022
We all know how much our children need exercise! Not only does it develop their muscle strength, coordination and control, but if they don’t get the chance to be regularly active, they can start to get a little stir crazy.

Scissor Skills

June 22, 2022
Children develop their fine motor skills over time. These skills are needed for pencil grip and control, which is important for learning to write.

10 things to do in nature

June 6, 2022
Whether it’s a farm, a park, the beach or your backyard, there are plenty of things to do when you go on an adventure in the great outdoors.

Thanking Country

May 24, 2022
Do you and your kids think about the traditional custodians of the land you are standing on?