Reconciliation Storytelling for Children: Why It Matters
Reconciliation Storytelling for Children: Why It Matters Think about the number of times you’ve heard that from a child. Storytelling is an important component of the learning process for children. We use it to teach them about history, social norms, and other important topics they must master to become successful adults. Exploring reconciliation in childhood […]
What Is an Early Childcare Educator?
What Is an Early Childcare Educator? An early childcare educator specialises in the academic, developmental, emotional, social, and physical needs of children under the age of 5. They can work for a daycare, a preschool, or one-on-one with children in their homes. Early childcare educators interact with children during some of the most formative years […]
Encouraging Children to Try New Things
Encouraging Children to Try New Things Children are eager learners and curious by nature. Combined, these two qualities make encouraging children to try new things an easier endeavour. Whilst children possess these characteristics, it doesn’t mean you’ll never encounter resistance when introducing new ideas and activities. When that happens, there are strategies you can deploy […]
How Childcare Supports the Transition to School
How Childcare Supports the Transition to School Childcare with a play-based learning curriculum can support a child’s transition to school. The success or failure of the changeover from childcare to Kindy can have lasting effects on a child’s academic and occupational success. Choosing childcare that familiarises children with expectations and social norms can be the key to […]
Being Aware of What Children Hear & See & How It Influences Decision Making In Early Development
Being Aware of What Children Hear & See & How It Influences Decision Making In Early Development Play- What children see and hear from the adults around them significantly influences the development of their decision-making skills. This can be good and bad, depending on how the adults in the room behave. Swiss psychologist Jean-Jacque Piaget’s […]
How Does Play-based Learning Set Your Child Up For Success?
How Does Play-based Learning Set Your Child Up For Success? Play-based learning must be a part of every childcare classroom to set children up for success in the future. Creative and innovative minds grow and thrive when presented with subject material in a fun and engaging way. Play-based learning accomplishes this. Creative Childcare understands the […]
The Importance of Nutrition in Early Childhood
The Importance of Nutrition in Early Childhood Proper nutrition in early childhood supports development and growth. Without it, children can experience emotional and physical deficits that prevent them from thriving. Children who learn about healthy nutrition habits from early childhood education and care settings are more likely to stick with those habits later in life. According to the […]
5 Surprising Benefits Of Sand & Water Play For Toddlers
5 Surprising Benefits of Sand & Water Play for Toddlers Play-based learning has value for toddlers, turning them into lifelong learners eager to gain new skills. Sand and water play tables are popular among this age group for good reason. Childcare centres and extended day-cares that regularly include sand and water tables in their playtime […]
Learning Experiences To Stimulate Your Child’s Development
Learning Experiences to Stimulate Your Child’s Development An effective — and fun — way to stimulate a child’s development is through play-based learning. Children naturally enjoy engaging in fun activities like playing games, singing songs, and building with blocks. What they may not realise is that they are learning valuable skills whilst having fun. Research has […]
Balancing Your Work & Your Child’s Early Education
Growing evidence supports the numerous benefits of early childhood education. This education lays the groundwork for healthy development and learning, and establishes the foundations for future well-being. Attending early education programs improves school readiness and provides children with developmental opportunities shared with their peers. Working parents have a unique challenge in managing their work and their children’s […]