DIY Bouncy Beats!
Get moving, singing and dancing and create your own Bouncy Beats Session at home! Lets get started with the playlist: https://tinyurl.com/bouncybeats Now we need to learn some songs: And now lets make our own Parachute!
child development
The Science of Play: ONLY playing? Think again
Did you know we are meant to play throughout life? Whether physical activity, social interaction, competition, adventure or art our need to play is hardwired into our brains. Research over the years tells us that play is no longer thought of as a waste of time!! Play is recognised as being necessary for learning, a
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It’s Healthy Eating Week! 12th – 16th June
Healthy Eating Week Developing healthy eating habits early can make sure your child maintains a healthy lifestyle in later life. A healthy diet is about getting the right balance of foods and drinks in the right amounts. This guide from the British Nutrition Foundation has portion size examples for a range of foods to give
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#30 Days Wild with the Wildlife Trust
June is this year’s 30 Days Wild month. This year we have all learnt about the physical and mental health benefits of being outside. The Wildlife Trust’s 30 Days Wild encourages us and our families to get out and explore our local area (or even just our garden) and find out more about nature. We
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It’s National Children’s Gardening Week
Children love growing plants and love being in the outdoors but they’re often impatient, wanitng to see instant results so all the activities can be done in an afternoon. Getting out in the fresh air is a brilliant for your child’s physical and brain development but you don’t need a garden to get involved.
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Helping your child follow instructions
We all know what it’s like when our children just don’t do what they are told. It can be really tricky to reason with a child, especially if you are out and about or at friends and other family’s homes. It’s easy to feel that your child is being unreasonable and it can often cause
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May is National Share a Story Month
There’s nothing nicer than sharing a story with your little ones. A few moments a day to relax, visit new worlds and meet new creatures is a great way to expand your child’s vocabulary and help create a lifelong reader. This year’s theme is Myth, Magic and Mayhem. There’s lots of fantastic books for
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Mental Health Awareness Week – Connecting with Nature
This week is Mental Health Awareness Week. During the COVID-19 pandemic there’s been much more talk about looking after our Mental Health but it can be difficult to know what this means and how to start. We’ve all be encouraged to get out into nature where and when we can and many people have
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Maternal Mental Health Week 1st – 7th May 2023
This week is Maternal Mental Health Week. Looking after yourself and recognising that you might need a little support are signs that you are doing a great job and being a great Mum. It’s important to know that It’s OK not to be OK and that there is lots of support to help you.
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Half Full or Half Empty?
Taking a positive approach to parenting will make all the difference to how children behave. By taking a cup ‘half full’ approach, a decision has already been made to see the good in the situation. Parents and care givers need to always think about what they want their child to do. Very often, when presented
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