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    Roleplay Ideas That Teach Your Child About The World

    Nothing is more crucial to a child’s development than play. As it is commonly said: Play is child’s work. Children learn about the world through play and toys and ‘dressing-up’ and role-play is an essential part of this exercise.  When children don a superhero costume, or pretend to be a doctor or teacher, they are using their knowledge of that subject coupled with their imagination – and that can never be a bad thing. In pretending to be someone else, they are learning the ways of that world or person or profession.  Here are some roleplay ideas to encourage your child – depending on their interests and personalities – that…

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    Discover the Top Benefits Of An Early Outdoor Education

    All primary and secondary schools in Australia must adhere to the national curriculum. This doesn’t necessarily provide much wriggle room to indulge in additional activities. Yet, research shows that children learn best through play. This suggests that children should have more freedom, specifically to enjoy the outdoors. Fortunately, early learning facilities, such as this great center for early learning Chatsworth, don’t have to adhere to the national curriculum. They can offer your child an early outdoor education experience. What Is Outdoor Education?  Put simply it’s the opportunity for children to do things in nature. This encourages them to understand nature and respect the natural world. Children can learn through playing…

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    How to Teach Your Kids to Embrace the Outdoors!!

    In this day and age technology has taken a front seat to going outdoors. Many kids today prefer to be inside playing video games or watching television as opposed to going outside. However, getting outside is important for their health and well being. According to research, spending time in natures has many benefits including better motor coordination, improved concentration, improved cognitive functioning, and a higher ability to be able to engage in play that is creative. Getting outside can also help improve symptoms of mental illness. It is for these reasons that it is so important to teach your kids to embrace the outdoors. Since we understand the importance of…