The Importance of Dads Playing Rough!
Let’s bust a couple of myths about dads! Only mums can bond with babies. MYTH! Dads don’t make a difference. MYTH! A dad’s main job is to make money. MYTH! Let’s face it – fatherhood is so much more! Fathers are assuming many roles in contemporary society, including: A responsible & remembering father e.g homework, doctors’ appointments, […]
Mathematics in the Early Years
As children explore in play, encountering patterns, working with and manipulating the natural world and solving problems, they apply mathematics concepts naturally. Children are born mathematicians! When they push and pull toys, stack blocks and fill and empty cups in water troughs and the sandpit, set tables, wait their turn and evaluate the ‘fair’ distribution of toys, resources and time, when they draw, compare, count […]
Promoting Physical Activity and Fundamental Movement Skills in Children
Fundamental movement skills are the building blocks of physical movement. They involve a specific set of gross motor movements that involve different body parts such as the feet, legs, trunk, hands, arms and head, and are essential for children’s participation in sport and physical activity throughout their lifespan. Children may not master the fundamental movement skills […]
How can families encourage cultural learning?
Cultural learning in children is of paramount importance, as highlighted by the Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF). During this critical developmental period, young children are highly receptive to their environment and absorb cultural cues, norms, and values from their families, educators, and communities. Exposure to diverse cultures fosters a sense of belonging, respect, and empathy […]
Diversity in Early Childhood Education
As a sector that represents and supports all families, we are constantly called upon to advocate for equity. With Harmony Day on 21 March, we reflected upon diversity within our organisation, which is traditionally almost exclusively female. I would like to take this opportunity to explain how my views intersects with our service philosophy and […]
