It’s the end of the year and my eight year old is becoming a reluctant writer. This happens at the end of the year when school is just getting too much. He loves drawing, he loves reading, he loves using his imagination and he loves Christmas, but if I ask him to write about it…. [Read More]
Emoji Slime Recipe for Developing Empathy & Emotional Awareness
Emoji Slime Recipe and Activities Emoji faces are the fad right now with my kids. I mean, I love them too! They put expression into text and they are fun. The kids love Emoji’s because of their funny little faces and visual appeal, and… of course the new movie is out. Stemming from their interest… [Read More]
Naidoc inspired dot Painting Spelling words & Literacy – No Homework series
This Naidoc inspired dot painting spelling word activity is a clever and creative solution that will turn your homework struggles around. Parents often despise homework! It causes unnecessary arguments and stress. Some schools opt out of homework, some schools say it isn’t compulsory, some only give sight words, spelling words and home readers, yet some give excessive amounts of homework… [Read More]
No Homework Series – Magic spelling words tactile tray
I love helping my child with their homework… said no parent EVER! Homework battles are real. Especially when the homework that kids are expected to do are dull worksheets and long spelling lists. After an exhausting day at school, it’s no wonder most children dig their heels in and complain about completing their homework. So,… [Read More]
Early numeracy and Math skills with my little ponies
Promoting Early numeracy in children doesn’t have to be all about counting repetitively, number flashcards and reciting 1-10 endlessly. Early numeracy and math in the years leading up to school is an important skill for children to have and it can be lots of fun. Parents can introduce basic math skills through play to get children interested and learning in a… [Read More]
Can Rocks Float? A Floating Rock Science Experiment with Pumice
While we were on one of our typical outdoor adventures the kids came across a pile of washed up Pumice stone. Finding a rock that can float is always an open opportunity for some floating rock science. So we collected some pieces of Pumice, along with other varying rocks, and took them home. Dimples (7) knows quite a bit about… [Read More]