ANZAC Day is commemorated on 25th April and is one of the most important national commemorative occasions in Australia, marking the anniversary of the first major military action fought by Australian and New Zealand armed forces during World War One. Learning about ANZAC Day helps young children to understand the life and times of Australia and its people. The ceremony and traditions are such an integral part of our culture that it gives us an opportunity to talk to children about the importance of ANZAC Day.
ANZAC Day is commemorated on 25th April. Learning about ANZAC Day helps young children to understand the life and times of Australia and its people. Storybooks about Anzac Day that is specifically aimed at children may make it easier for the child to grasp and understand visually and to start conversations on war.
The Penguin Information Posters provide simple facts on penguins for children to understand. It can be used as a discussion point for children that show an interest in penguins. These posters can also be used in a display.
On 23rd April, join Dr Mary Anne Hall as she discusses strategies and tips on how to communicate with families and foster positive relationships with parents and Educators.
The following lists cultural, special and community events that are taking place in March 2024. This should help you to plan and organise upcoming events and celebrations for March 2024.
The capacity to work on a task with sustained attention is an extremely important developmental milestone for children. It not only helps them to learn better in school but is directly related to positive life outcomes in adulthood through higher self-esteem and self-efficacy. The following article provides strategies for improving concentration in children.
Routines and rituals are an integral aspect of growing up. They not only teach young children the skills needed to function in the adult world but impart a measure of control over their immediate environment. The following article provides strategies for using rituals and routines in an early childhood setting.
The Early Years Learning Framework recognizes the inextricable links that belonging, being and becoming have with learning. As part of this recognition, the framework elaborates learning outcomes, principles and practices for educators that will help them meet their professional goals while ensuring personal growth and well-being too. The following article provides definitions of belonging, being and becoming.
In NSW, nominated supervisors, persons in day-to-day charge and family day care co-ordinators must complete a child protection course required by a Government protocol, by section 162A of the Children (Education and Care Services) National Law.
Studies reveal that young children in early childhood centres are being fed food that does not match nutritional guidelines, hungry throughout the day, and fed food that Educators themselves have brought from home.
United Workers Union are once again calling all Educators to shut down the sector on the 8th of March, International Women's Day due to wage issues.
Moon sand is a sensory experience that enables children to mould sand in different shapes. The 2 ingredient moon sand is a quick and easy recipe that children will have fun engaging in.
The following National Quality Areas Posters include a definition of the Quality Area and the standards for each. These standards are high-level outcome statements. These can be displayed within the service and for Educators to use as a quick reference guide.
