

Family tree photo displays are more than just decorations; they are living stories within the learning environment. By showcasing the people who love and support each child, educators create a bridge between home and the early learning service. These displays nurture belonging, celebrate diversity, and remind children that their identities are valued. Whether crafted from branches, bulletin boards, or creative collages, family trees become powerful tools for emotional safety, cultural pride, and community connection.
Hand-eye coordination is a crucial skill for preschoolers, helping them with everyday tasks, sports, and academic activities like writing and drawing. Here are 40 engaging activities to develop this skill.
Anzac Day (April 25) is a national day of remembrance in Australia and New Zealand, honouring the service and sacrifice of soldiers. It marks the anniversary of the first major military action by the Australian and New Zealand Army Corps (ANZAC) at Gallipoli in 1915.
Helping children engage with Anzac Day through age-appropriate activities builds understanding of history, respect, and community values. The following provides free Printables and Activities, Templates and Photo Ideas that will enable you to celebrate Anzac Day at your service and activities that can be implemented into the curriculum for children.
Easter can be a joyful time in early childhood settings, offering opportunities for play, creativity, and learning. Activities should be age-appropriate, inclusive, and respectful of diverse family values.
Learning with nature in early childhood services enriches every interest area from literacy corners to outdoor play by fostering curiosity, wellbeing, and environmental awareness. Integrating natural elements into classrooms and play spaces supports children’s physical, cognitive, and emotional development while cultivating a lifelong connection to the environment.
In early childhood education, the most powerful learning often happens through the simplest tasks. Practical Life activities—those everyday routines like pouring water, buttoning a shirt, or sweeping the floor—are more than just chores. They are foundational experiences that nurture independence, concentration, and confidence in young learners.
The Children’s Services Award introduces a streamlined classification system and updated pay rates designed to better recognise the skills, qualifications, and responsibilities of early childhood… Read More
Children need safe and positive environments to learn and grow. To ensure this, services and educators need to ensure effective supervision at all times. The… Read More
Floorbook is a documentation approach that uses a large book with blank pages for children to record different aspects of their learning in small groups… Read More
In Norway and most other Scandinavian countries, children nap in the outdoors. According, to research outdoor sleeping not only promotes better daytime sleeping, but it… Read More
Educational leaders play a crucial role in their early childhood service by ensuring that the educational program aligns with best practices and supports the holistic… Read More
From 2026, every educator covered by the Children’s Services Award will move into a new, simplified classification structure. Instead of navigating 30 different levels, educators… Read More
Nature programs in early childhood settings are a fantastic way to connect children with the natural world and promote holistic development. The following article provides… Read More
Schemas are patterns of repeated behavior that allow children to explore and express developing ideas and thoughts through their play and exploration. The following article… Read More
The following article lists 30 art and craft descriptions and links to the EYLF. These can be used as a blurb, during observations, used for… Read More
Positive phrases play a crucial role in children's growth because they help nurture their emotional, social, and cognitive development. The following article lists 30 positive… Read More

Snapshots Of My Year is a thoughtfully designed template that helps educators document and celebrate a...
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