In March 2024, a local Queensland man lost his life after being bitten by a snake while attempting to remove it from an early childhood service, in Townsville.
Though children are not physically ready to write before school, there are certain skills that can prepare them to use words and ideas when they have to put their thoughts on paper. The following article provides strategies to nurture foundation skills that will support writing skills in children.
2 Ingredient Sensory Recipes Posters provide recipes for a variety of sensory experiences. for Sensory experiences enable children to use their senses to explore and manipulate objects.
An easy and colourful science experiment that demonstrates to children how rain is produced.
The accelerated Bachelor of Education – The Early Years is a prescribed full-time course that has been specifically designed for diploma-qualified educators who have also completed a minimum of two years of full-time (or equivalent) work experience in an early childhood education and care setting.
Beginning on December 8, 2024, NSW early childhood education and care services that feed children must adhere to new food safety regulations.
The Letter Picture Dots Worksheets enable children to trace each letter of the alphabet along with the corresponding picture. These are great for children who are developing their pre-writing skills and also encourages them to learn and recognise letters of the alphabet. These can be laminated and used over and over again with the children.
Hot chocolate oobleck is a great sensory experience that children will enjoy playing with.
According to respondents to a 7.30 inquiry, a technique at early childhood services known as "under the roof"—which determines the ratio of Educators to children—is being misused.
The Snowflake Pattern Block Mats enable children to develop spatial reasoning and problem-solving skills. It also helps children to sort blocks based on size, shape and colour when creating snowflakes.
This easy chia goop sensory play experience is great for infants and toddlers who like to put everything in their mouths.
