When most people hear the word ‘play’ they tend to associate it with trivial or meaningless fun. But, mention ‘play’ to parents and educators and you’ll see their eyes light up in recognition and excitement. Play is a crucial part of early development, as it is the trial and error process through which young children...
There are so many great ways to spend time outdoors with toddlers. From impromptu picnics in the park to nature trails, it’s easy to find something that will keep you and your little ones physically active while enjoying quality time together. On top of all the fun, it’s also about providing your child with more...
It’s dinner time, and you’ve prepared a hearty meal filled with nutritious greens and whole grains. Your hangry child squirms at the sight of it and refuses to take a bite. As a last resort, you turn to a frozen pack of chips and nuggets, deep fry it and serve them on a platter, only...
Adapted from an article by Professor Trevor H. Cairney, fellow of MindChamps’ World Research, Advisory & Education Team and Adjunct Professor at the University of New South Wales, Department of Education. Exposing your child to a wide variety of stories where they can explore and grow as readers and writers is something you can easily...
“Cooking with kids is not just about ingredients, recipes, and cooking. It’s about harnessing imagination, empowerment, and creativity.” –Guy Fieri, American restaurateur. It’s time to make mealtime preparation interesting by getting your children involved in the kitchen! Cooking together is not only a great way to keep them entertained, but also a fantastic learning and...
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...
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...
In 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,...
“What are you getting daddy for Fathers Day?” This seems like a perfectly innocent question- and indeed it is- but I’ll be the first to put my hand up and say that hearing, “I don’t have a Dad,” still rattles me. As more families ditch the “traditional” family dynamic it’s important to remember that Father’s...
According to Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, the sense of power and dominance is a basic emotional need that we all seek to fulfill. The need to satisfy this craving for power begins as early as the age of two, as this is when children begin to see themselves as separate individuals from their parents. This...
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