by Julie Lang | Sep 13, 2019 | Child Development, Holiday Ideas, Parent Insights, Primary Education
In addition, educational games are one of the most enjoyable ways to effectively participate kids in the early learning process. With so many award-winning and smartly built games, young kids can create fresh abilities without even knowing that they’re learning....
by Julie Lang | Jun 26, 2018 | Holiday Ideas, School Holidays
Every parent has been there, its Winter School Holiday time! And it’s not pretty. The kids have tons of energy, but weather-wise, it’s not a great option for them to go outside and let off steam. This time of year, a parent who wants to get through the school holidays...
by Julie Lang | Dec 6, 2017 | Child Development, Holiday Ideas, Parent Insights
Help your child find their ‘zone’ through engaging play Think of your child’s happy place. If they couldn’t watch their favourite show and had to find something to do, what would it be? Is it building and tinkering with metal parts or a construction toy,...
by Julie Lang | Dec 6, 2017 | Child Development, Holiday Ideas, Parent Insights, School Holidays
3 questions to ask your child’s teacher before summer begins During the summer months, many children experience what is known as the summer brain drain. That is, they return to school in the fall with learning loss, meaning teachers often have to spend the first...
by Julie Lang | Nov 22, 2017 | Holiday Ideas, Parent Insights
Sweet summertime is here and the battle to limit kids screen time is on! The kids can let their imaginations soar and entertain themselves all day long. Unfortunately, the reality of summertime may not be so sweet. First, kids aren’t always that great at entertaining...
by Julie Lang | Sep 13, 2017 | Holiday Ideas
Sometimes, to get kids interested in science, you have to ask the right questions. One of these is: “Hey … would this float?” When you experiment with liquids and helium, kids learn surprising lessons about weight, buoyancy and density. Hopefully, these are lessons...