Pencil Grip Tips for Kids April 18, 2018Melissa Smith Learning the correct pencil grip not only teaches a good writing style but helps children hold a steady wrist so they can form and write clear letters and words. I’ve...
Open ended play experiences and how you can create this type of type of play in the home. March 05, 2018Guest Blogger2 comments We are so happy to introduce our guest blogger, Erin from Celebrate Play. Erin is a Mum, wife, Early Childhood and Primary School teacher and the Founder of celebrateplay -...
The Developmental Benefits of Threading February 13, 2018Melissa Smith9232 comments Threading with beads is the perfect activity for developing fine motor skills in young children. It increases concentration span, develops thinking skills, encourages the use of the pincer grasp between the thumb and...
Role Play: more than play January 29, 2018Melissa Smith Dramatic play teaches children social skills, new vocabulary and develops communication techniques in a real and relevant setting that they can understand. When children take on characters they are learning about roles, responsibilities and relationships.
Why is art so important for kids? January 16, 2018Melissa Smith The value of a child’s creativity is not in the final product but in the time, effort and process that it took to get there. Children are naturally creative, inquisitive and willing to explore...
5 Reasons to Buy Wooden Toys December 06, 2017Alana Elliott1 comment Toys made of natural materials, like wood, nourish your child's senses and connects them to nature. What could be better for the Earth than a child who has an appreciation...
11 Fine Motor Activities to Increase your Child's Success at School June 13, 2017Melissa Smith Like all mums, I’m always trying to find new activities to keep my two toddlers busy and entertained. Choosing a few activities each day that focus on fine motor is...