Exploring science concepts from an early age is about fostering a love of exploration, discovery and imagination. 

This sensory experience encourages your child to explore their senses of sight and touch whilst extending on their vocabulary.

 

Focusing on movement, this ball rolling activity is full of fun and learning for your little one!

Babies and balloons are always such a fun combination - but did you know this simple toy is also great for visual tracking and spatial awareness?

Use daily interactions to introduce concepts of opposites to your baby - using body parts and other household objects.

This family favourite nursery rhyme is a great way to connect with your baby, and promote language development.

Try this activity at home to fulfil your child's natural desire to post and drop objects, with this simple posting game. 

As you consider how to support your child’s education at home it is also important to give some thought to how you can set up your home to create an inviting child-friendly play space.

Crossing the mid-line is an essential physical milestone for children and one that demonstrates normal development. Providing opportunities for this skill to develop is essential.

Babies are figuring out the world around them every day - including their own bodies and sense of being. Counting toes is a great way to introduce body parts, counting and nursery rhymes to them.

Infants and young toddlers love cause and effect, and this experience helps children gain early mathematical concepts.
 

The calmer we are, the calmer our children are, the longer they play and concentrate. But 'how do you do it?', and how do you enjoy slowing down?

Learn about the benefits of picture books for babies, and how to enjoy reading together.

It’s the catchy song you can’t help but sing along to; but do you know about the benefits simple songs like this can have for your child? 

An exciting addition to our Healthy World experiences at many of our Lifelong Learning Centres are Bush Kindy sessions. These sessions aim to take advantage of all the benefits of an outdoor education and help our kids develop a holistic understanding of the world around them.

We’re all aware of the benefits of fresh air and the outdoors, but did you know involving children in simple gardening practices has a range of benefits too?