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How exactly do we talk to small children about Covid-19? How do we explain why they can’t go to kindergarten or to the park or to visit their grandparents?  As parents, caregivers and teachers, we wish that we could shield...

Covid-19 has had a big impact on the education world. The pandemic has caused schools, kindergartens and even universities across the world to shut down.  While older children may find it a little easier to adapt to online learning simply...

The toddler years are crucial when it comes to the development of social skills. Children learn the basics of conversation as well as how to process and express their feelings.  Some children seem to fare better when it comes to...

As children have more screen time, the amount of time spent outside has been declining. This can have a major negative impact on their wellbeing as outdoor play has numerous developmental and health benefits.  As such, childcare centres and kindergartens...

From birth, children develop their gross and fine motor skills that lead to better physical development and emotional health as teenagers and eventually adults.  Although exercise is beneficial for everyone, the activities done during early childhood are vital for the...

The internet has become an important part of our lives in the past 20 years. It has changed the way we communicate, shop and do business. There is also a major impact in the education field, with online learning making...

Planning a preschool schedule is more than slotting in activities into a time frame. There are many factors to be considered and a good one enables both students and teachers to have a positive time in school.  Points to consider...

The early years are very important in a child’s development as the attitudes, concepts and experiences that are learnt during childhood have an impact later on in life.  One of the best approaches to learning for those who are between...

  “I wish I looked like Livy.” “I just don’t understand anything we are taught. I am dumb,”. “I can’t….” Most parents have had these statements come from their children’s mouth, and as a parent that is one of your...

  If you are a preschooler’s parent, you know the hassle that comes with spelling words correctly. You may have tried to show her how to correct her mistakes with no success. This can be a bit frustrating. The first...