Want a personalised signed copy of my children’s book? to celebrate The Quirky Smelling Lunchbox Release this offer is open to Australian readers. I am very excited to announce the release of my first picture book for children, it is called The Quirky Smelling Lunchbox. YAY! I have dreamt of writing since I was ten… [Read More]
Feelings Thermometer Scale Kit & Coping Strategy Cards for Emotional Regulation
Encouraging emotional regulation in children just became easier with Play-based-parentings Feelings Thermometer Scale kit. Children learn better with a holistic approach. That is why I love to combine fun colourful visuals, with emotive language and experiential hands-on activities or games. I am always trying to improve our calm-down chill out corner and I would love… [Read More]
Scented Sensory Bottles. Simple Seasons Mindfulness Jars
Recently I made these Scented Sensory Bottles for a children’s bushfire support group that I facilitated. The Scented Sensory bottles were in the theme of the seasons. If only we had smellovision… These smelt great!! They were used in a group discussion where the children brainstormed different seasons. The aim was to discuss changes that… [Read More]
Start building emotional literacy. What a feeling! The ABCs for emotions
We have a new children’s book about emotions that we want to share with you and today Play-Based-Parenting welcomes the author for a very personal interview! Children’s books are a gentle way to explore emotions and start building Emotional literacy. Previously, I shared these awesome books for developing emotional awareness in children and now, I… [Read More]
Teach Children Cough Etiquette – Visual Art Watercolor Blowing Activity
How can you teach children cough etiquette? Teaching little ones to cover their mouth when they sneeze or cough can be difficult because you can’t always “see” a cough or a sneeze and therefore young children don’t grasp the concept of how germs can spread this way… Fun Visual Art to Teach Children Cough Etiquette … [Read More]
Help child learn Multiplication. A Hands-on Approach for right brain learners
Do you want to help your child learn multiplication? Maybe you have a struggling right brain learner who just doesn’t get it… Yet! Or are you looking for some distant learning ideas while self isolating due to the covid-19 pandemic? What ever the reason, I have got your covered. At the moment our schools are… [Read More]
The ultimate travel journal for kids. Writing, drawing, character development and a reward system.
The ultimate travel journal for kids is suitable for children approximately aged between 5-12 years. This travel journal for kids is ideal for homeschool travelling families, school holiday adventures or it would make a great gift to give children and families at the end of a school term before their holidays. It is educational, interesting and… [Read More]
Get in the Green Zone – zones of regulation board game Board Game
Get in the Green Zone – A zones of regulation board game. Get in the green zone is a talk it out zones of regulation board game geared towards social emotional learning in children. I believe social emotional learning is extremely important during early childhood. As a result, I created this as a group or… [Read More]
Tips to help a child who is a picky eater
If you have a child who is a picky eater I hope you read my last article ‘Help! My child is a super picky eater or is it a sensory sensitivity‘. I shared some information about the many reasons that can contribute to a child who is a picky eater. Hopefully some of this information can… [Read More]
Help! My child is a super picky eater or is it a sensory sensitivity
There is no doubt in my mind that you are visiting because you think your child is a super picky eater. If your child is a super picky eater I bet you are at your wits end trying to come up with new strategies to get your child to try new food. I bet you… [Read More]
Self regulation SEL importance of the problem activity & Free Poster
Some problems are really big, however most problems at school are little and can be fixed quickly. This social emotional learning, self regulation activity helps children identify their problems with the concept of ‘how important is it?’ and teaches children to consider the importance of their problem in contrast to the size of their reaction…. [Read More]
Aussie Kids Travel in a Lotus Caravan
I have an exciting announcement to make. The Play-based-parenting Tribe are going Rogue. Just kidding. We are taking these Aussie Kids travelling in a Lotus. I have opened a Facebook and Instagram account to document our adventures and called it Aussie Kids travel Australia in a Lotus. I’ll share these at the bottom of the… [Read More]
26 ways to bring your visual spatial learners spelling to the next level
It is common for visual spatial learners spelling to require a little extra help. Their brains read differently. These fun ways to bring your visual spatial learners spelling to the next level will be a big help. Your child might even start to like spelling lists. My Dimples has visual spatial traits. I have found that visual spatial… [Read More]
Zones of Regulation Coping Strategies Dice – Free Printable
I was so excited when I came up with the zones of regulation coping strategies dice. Children can always benefit from visual cues to help them regulate their emotions. Sometimes they need some strategies to get their state of alertness back in the green. Here are some ideas for zones of regulation coping strategies. A… [Read More]