Children are CONSTANTLY learning. Regardless of if your child is in formalised care, preschool or at home with Mum & Dad, children are always learning through their environment, by what is modelled to them and through their own experience. So, if they are always learning, why is Early Childhood Education...
Author: Sara Angel
Want to know why August is one of my favourite months? Because of Book Week!
Book Week is celebrated in August each year, typically in the 3rd week of the month. This year, Book Week is 20-26th August, and the theme is Dreaming with Eyes Open. This years’ theme is all about dreaming and country and all things hidden and seen. Each year the Children’s Book Council of...
Have you heard about Transforming Toys?
Transforming toys are not just a toy, they are an educational tool. They are tools to help kids learn about the world around them and develop cognitive and imaginative skills. Made typically from wood or other natural materials, Transforming Toys provide a fun and engaging way to teach kids about...
4 Engaging Presents for your Children this Christmas
Oh how we love the Christmas season. There’s joy in the air and a spring in our step. Some of us start getting ready right after Halloween! And no, we’re not judging you. *wink wink*. The earlier the better we say. However, when the magic happens it always seems to...
Willow Tree - From humble beginnings to promoting nature-friendly early learning Australia-wide
Just over 10 years ago I completed some time teaching in Dubai and returned home with big dreams! I was passionate about working with children and was at a crossroads - continue working in an early learning service and teaching or establish one on my own.