Having to hit the shops with the kids is enough to strike fear into the heart of most parents. But …
Sharing the Art of Letter Writing
When was the last time you received a letter that wasn’t a bill? It’s safe to say letter writing is …
The Importance of Imaginative Play
Imaginative play is not only a lot of fun but it’s also vital to childhood development and should be encouraged. …
Is it Time to Declutter your Home?
Feeling in the mood for a bit of a spring clean? Or is a cluttered house started to bother you? …
Tips for Teaching Your Children About Money
Teaching your children how to handle money sets them up for future success. Using a few simple techniques is all …
5 Ways to Strengthen your Relationship with your Child
Building a strong relationship with your child helps both of you in many ways. Knowing you are there for your …
Helping your Kids with their Homework
Some schools set a lot of homework each week while others only set a small amount. Each school and year …
Encouraging Healthy Risk-Taking
Risky behaviour is something we usually associate with dangerous behaviours and harm. But not all risk-taking behaviours are bad and …
5 Cool Costume Ideas for Book Week 2019
Each year the Children’s Book Council of Australia (CBCA) holds a national book week celebration which coincides with the announcement …
6 Ways to Help Reduce Waste
Whether it’s at home, at work, at school or at OSHC, we can all play a part in reducing waste. …
Holiday Travel with Kids is a Breeze
Whether you’re heading off a long overseas trip or just holidaying somewhere in Australia, going away with kids can be …
Developing Leadership Skills in Children
As children reach the end of their primary school years, they may be interested in taking on leaderships roles. In …
How to Foster Social Skills in your Child
Learning to read, write and add up are all important skills your child learns in their schooling years. But there …
Helping Children Deal with Conflict
Dealing with conflict is part of life but, because it’s fraught with emotion, is not something we always handle well. …
Healthy Lunchbox Snacks You Can Make and Freeze for Later
Packing lunchboxes everyday can start to feel a little like ‘Groundhog Day’. Then there’s the constant battle between what your …
7 Benefits of Martial Arts for Kids
When considering after-school activities and sports for your child it’s important to consider many things including the costs involved and …
Nature Play: Why it’s Important to Get Kids Outside
Unstructured outdoor play is an essential part of childhood but is sadly becoming less commonplace. Outdoor play offers many benefits …
4 Simple Ways to Bring More Gratitude into Your Day
It’s not always easy to be grateful but, with practice, you can bring more gratitude into your daily life. It’s …
Getting Through Dinner Out Without Electronics
Going out to dinner with kids can be a lot of fun but also quite challenging too, especially when they …
5 Reasons You’ve Outgrown Your OSHC Job
Working in OSHC is a rewarding and often challenging experience that can lead to a long, fulfilling career. If you’re …
After-School Restraint Collapse: It’s a Real Thing!
If you have school-aged children you’d be familiar with the foul moods, crying and tantrums that can sometimes come at …
How to Juggle Work and the School Holidays
Juggling work and the school holidays is never an easy task. Organising care arrangements, planning fun outings for the kids …
The Working Mother’s Conundrum
A recent article discussing a survey of the Corporate Mothers Network has raised an issue they are calling “working mother’s …
Why Kids Need Carbohydrates
The start of the year is a time when many people start a new diet or aim to lose weight …
10 Questions To Ask That Gets Kids Talking About School
It’s not always easy to get information from your child about how their school day was. A typical after-school conversation …