How Mother’s Day Provides Life Lessons to Children.
Mother’s Day Provides Many Teachable Moments for Children Mother’s Day is coming so close. It would be easy to simply go along with the advertising industry and believe that the annual gift of flowers on Mother’s Day is just what mom needs. Partially it’s what she needs, but also let’s acknowledge the intangible halves of the equations, the actions that don’t involve buying items but are personal expressions that recognize the...
Easter Shredded Wheat nests
Easter Shredded Wheat nests There’s more to Easter than an Easter egg hunt when it comes to keeping kids amused. Try this Easter Shredded wheat nests to keep the kids occupied during Easter. PREP: 25 MINS COOK: 8 MINS plus chilling MAKE: 12 A spin on traditional chocolate cornflake cakes, this version uses extra-fine strands of wheat for great texture. This is an easy recipe that kids can join, read more about cooking with...
Cooking with Kids: 5 Ways to Get Children Involved in the Kitchen
Cooking is a fantastic family activity, and there are many ways to get kids involved, no matter how old they are! There is so much more they can do besides, “Shake and Bake! And I helped!” In the kitchen, children can learn math skills, practice fine-motor coordination, make choices about nutrition, and of course, learn basic cooking techniques. Making foods from different countries is also a superb way to start conversations about...
Do you have a little vegetable hater at home?
Do you have a little vegetable hater at home? Most children do not like vegetables. There are varieties of reasons behind it, but with appropriate care and attention, you can help your child. Studies show that human are born with the sweet taste and all of us get used to eating all the other tastes later on. So, genes are the first impact. Other reasons such as: Lack of fun element Vegetables are not linked with enjoyment or fun. They...
Tips to have a successful centre tour
Tips to have a successful centre tour For many parents, finding the right childcare centre stirs up a range of emotions. Childcare can be a special place that nurtures and enhances the development of children. It can be an environment for learning, development and growth through play and socialisation with others. It’s a Home away from home and it’s very important to find the right childcare centre. Here are some tips for what to...