Did you know there are real education and developmental benefits to reading stories with our little ones? Reading stories to our little people is something that most parents do with their children. It is something that was a part of most of our childhoods. Storytelling is a great activity for...
Author: Sara Angel
Different Early Childhood Education Philosophies – Which one is right for you?
There are quite a few different philosophies out there when it comes to early childhood education. These philosophies vary completely from program to program with some educational centres focusing solely on one philosophy and others drawing inspiration from many. Considering, up to 90% of brain development occurs in the first...
Numeracy & Patterns Milestones & How We Can Best Support Them
Our Little Ones are seriously amazing. From the moment they are born they are processing their surroundings, exploring, and learning. Our Little One’s math’s skills don’t just start at school, or even at pre-school. They are laying the foundations for these skills as a newborn! For some of these skills,...
Why imaginative play is ESSENTIAL to your child’s development
Contrary to most adult’s belief, kids don’t just play pretend to entertain themselves. No, playing pretend, or imaginative play is a vital component of our little one’s development. Imaginative play is an activity that should be actively encouraged and supported. What exactly is imaginative play? Imaginative play or playing pretend...
10 School Holiday Activities To Keep Little Minds Busy
With less than a week before school holidays, now is the time to start thinking about how you can entertain the troops! School holidays can be a blessing and a curse. Initially, being able to have some more relaxed mornings can feel like a dream! Who doesn’t love getting a...