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Butterfly Education and Awareness Day Activities For Children
Butterfly Education and Awareness Day (BEAD) is celebrated on June 6, 2026. It was created by the Association for Butterflies to raise awareness about butterflies as pollinators, their habitats, and conservation needs. For early childhood educators, BEAD is a chance to connect ch...
Wet Weather Indoor Games for OOSH
Rainy days don’t have to dampen the fun in OOSH! When outdoor play isn’t possible, educators can turn indoor time into an opportunity for creativity, movement, and laught...
Diversity & Inclusion Play Ideas for Babies/Toddlers
For babies and toddlers, diversity and inclusion play can be nurtured through simple, sensory-rich experiences that introduce different cultures, abilities, and identitie...
5 Bee -Themed Rhyming Action Songs
Here are five playful bee-themed rhyming action songs designed for preschoolers—each with simple movements so children can buzz, flap, and giggle along.
World Bee Day Activities For Children Photo Ideas
The 20th of May is World Bee Day. It is to draw attention to the essential role bees and other pollinators play in keeping people and the planet healthy. The following pr...
Anzac Day Activities For Children Photo Ideas
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...
Teaching Children About ANZAC Day: Why It Matters
Yes, it is necessary to teach children about ANZAC Day. Doing so helps them understand Australia’s history, values of sacrifice and service, and the importance of peace a...
Nature Play Week Activities For Children
From the 11th of April to the 22nd of April is Nature Play Week. Nature Play Week is an annual event that celebrates the importance of outdoor play and connecting childre...
40 Activities To Develop Hand-Eye Co-Ordination For Preschoolers Photo Ideas
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 engagin...
Easter Activities For Children Photo Ideas
Easter can be a joyful time in early childhood settings, offering opportunities for play, creativity, and learning. Activities should be age-appropriate, inclusive, and r...
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30 Fun Group Games for Preschool Kids
Group games are a wonderful way to build social skills, cooperation, and confidence in preschoolers. They encourage children to listen, take turns, and celebrate each oth...
50 OSHC Art and Craft Ideas
When you’re running OSHC programs, it’s easy to feel like you’re recycling the same handful of activities. Children thrive on variety, and having a big bank of creative o...
Harmony Week Educator Guide
Harmony Week (16th–23rd March) is a national celebration of cultural diversity, respect, and inclusion. For toddlers and preschoolers, it’s an opportunity to explore the...
Teaching Consent to Toddlers and Preschoolers
In a world where safeguarding begins with everyday interactions, teaching consent to toddlers and preschoolers isn’t just possible—it’s essential. Long before children un...
Supporting 3-Year-Olds in Exploring Boundaries Safely
It is not uncommon for children aged 3–5 to show curiosity about bodies, including private parts. This behaviour is part of early exploration and does not carry sexual in...
Minecraft in OSHC: Extending Play and Linking to MTOP
Minecraft has become a powerful tool for engaging children in OOSH. Its open-ended, creative environment allows children to explore, build, and collaborate in ways that n...
Good Morning Songs For Preschoolers
Starting the day with a cheerful song can set a positive tone for preschoolers. The following article provides lyrics to good morning songs you can use.
Creative Makeup Play for OSHC Children
In OSHC, children often mirror cultural trends. The rise of “Sephora kids," young people fascinated by skincare and makeup, has sparked curiosity about how educators can...
Montessori Practical Life Activities Photo Ideas
In early childhood education, the most powerful learning often happens through the simplest tasks. Practical Life activities—those everyday routines like pouring water, b...
Potion Play
Potion play is a form of sensory and imaginative play where children mix natural or everyday materials (like water, herbs, petals, spices, sand, or glitter) to create “po...
20 Playdough Recipes
The following article provides a variety of playdough recipes for different textures and experiences.