When children observe, interact and care for an animal it can provide an enriching experience and be a valuable part in learning about empathy, relationships and nature. It also teaches children about responsibility and nurture. Although there are many benefits services must also balance the potential health hazards associated with the presence of an animal.
From the 01 to 07 September 2019, it is National Child Protection Week. It's important as Educators will ensure will create a safe and nurturing environment for all children in our care.
Early Childhood Australia Learning Hub has recently released a new free online professional development module for NSW OSHC Educators on Quality Area 7 - Governance and Leadership
Australia is a vibrant and multicultural nation boasting significant cultural and religious diversity, with workplaces across the country reflecting this diversity.
Stomp like elephants!
Let's go to the zoo.
And stomp like the elephants do.
Let's go to the zoo.
And stomp like the elephants do.
[Stomp around the room like elephants]
Jump like kangaroos.
Let's go to the zoo.
And jump like the kangaroos do.
Let's go to the zoo.
And jump like the kangaroos do.
[Jump around the room like kangaroos]
Swing like monkeys.
Let's go to the zoo.
And swing like the monkeys do.
Let's go to the zoo.
And swing like the monkeys do.
[Swing around the room like monkeys]
Waddle like penguins.
Let's go to the zoo.
And waddle like the penguins do.
Let's go to the zoo.
And waddle like the penguins do.
[Waddle around the room like penguins]
Slither like snakes.
Let's go to the zoo.
And slither like the snakes do.
Let's go to the zoo.
And slither like the snakes do.
[Slither around the room like snakes]
Swim like polar bears.
Let's go to the zoo.
And swim like the polar bears do.
Let's go to the zoo.
And swim like the polar bears do.
[Swim around the room like polar bears]
Let's go to the zoo.
And dance like the animals do.
Let's go to the zoo.
And dance like the animals do.
Reference:
Music & Lyrics: Copyright 2011 Super Simple Learning®
Video: Copyright 2014 Super Simple Learning®
I'm an elephant
Strong and elegant
Stomping through the jungle
Making the ground rumble.
I'm an elephant
Strong and elegant
Stomping through the jungle
Making the ground rumble.
In the forest, you can find me
Trunk in front and tail behind me
Footsteps echo just like thunder
Those around me they watch in wonder
I'm an elephant
Strong and elegant
Stomping through the jungle
Making the ground rumble.
Every time I jump
I really make a thump,
When I stomp my knees
Monkey falls from trees.
Every time I jump
I really make a thump,
When I stomp my knees
Monkey falls from trees.
In the forest, you can find me
Trunk in front and tail behind me
Footsteps echo just like thunder
Those around me they watch in wonder
I'm an elephant
Strong and elegant
Stomping through the jungle
Making the ground rumble.
I'm an elephant
Strong and elegant
Stomping through the jungle
Making the ground rumble.
Reference:
Rumble in the Jungle, Kidz Area, 8 February 2015
In public libraries across Sydney, drag queens are reading books to preschool children to promote diversity and inclusion.
Under the National Quality Framework, it is a requirement to have Early Childhood Teachers (ECT’s) within a centre-based service for preschool children and under.
As part of it's Modern Award Review, the Fair Work Commission, has varied the payment of wages on termination clause in the Children's Services Award.
In NSW an especially high number of under-fives sought medical treatment for gastro throughout this year and a gastroenteritis outbreak of both Children and Educators at more than 100 childcare centres prompted a NSW Health warning.
A Sydney Childcare Service, owned by the Department of Defence was immediately shut down and children sent home after the discovery of exposed lead paint around window frames in the building.
Practice prewriting skills by moving coloured bears from left to right.
Create a colourful friendship quilt using coloured paper and a variety of different materials.
Will you be a friend of mine,
A friend of mine, a friend of mine?
Will you be a friend of mine
And hop around with me?
Will you be a friend of mine,
A friend of mine, a friend of mine?
Will you be a friend of mine
And dance around with me?
Will you be a friend of mine,
A friend of mine, a friend of mine?
Will you be a friend of mine
And wiggle around with me?
Will you be a friend of mine,
A friend of mine, a friend of mine?
Will you be a friend of mine
And clap along with me?
Reference:
Will You Be A Friend Of Mine Song, By Kidboomers - Kids Music Channel, 20 August 2016
