Oak Folk is a nature-inspired playgroup at the leafy Uraidla Showgrounds and offers a two hour sensory play experience. Review by Adaire Prosser If you’re looking for a playgroup that takes things outdoors and keeps the kids busy – then make sure to check out Oak Folk Nature Inspired & Sensory Playgroup. Set among the base of large oak trees, the leafy, shady setting will call to your inner nature child. As well as a beautiful outdoor location, Oak Folk has plenty to occupy the kids during their two hour sessions. There are a range of sensory activities set out…
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Northern Nigeria has been plunged into darkness for nearly two weeks. Engineers have been unable to carry out repairs following insecurity. The Transmission Company of Nigeria says gunmen are occupying the area where the line is damaged. The power supply is crippled in 19 of Nigeria’s 36 states, depriving millions of electricity and paralysing economic activity. There are now plans to deploy troops to the affected areas.
Got a passive bilingual at home who understands almost everything but often responds in the “wrong” language? If you are like many international families, you might be travelling to your home country and visiting with extended family and old friends this summer to reconnect. And if you have a child who understands everything you say in your home language but rarely responds in it (a.k.a. the “correct” language), this summer may just be the perfect time to start changing that with some small but effective tweaks. That’s why, today I’d like to share three easy ways to motivate your child…
Variety – the Children’s Charity of South Australia is excited to enter their third year of the Variety Aussie Muscle Car Run. The event will travel 1700 km from the Adelaide Hills, along the iconic Great Ocean Road, and finish at Phillip Island in Victoria. The 8-day event offers a mix of exhilarating drives and breathtaking scenery and attracts entrants from across the country. With entrants driving vehicles built from 1963 – 1977 from the glory days of Bathurst – Monaro, Torana, Charger andthe Falcon GT HO to name a few. This year, entrants will experience the thrill of various…
Introduction of Luxurious Portrait FirenzeFlorence, the support of the Renaissance, is a city saturated with history, workmanship, and immortal tastefulness. Its cobbled roads reverberate with accounts of expert specialists, planners, and intelligent people who aided in shaping Western culture. While investigating this shocking Italian city, numerous explorers looked for a spot to remain that caught the quintessence of Florentine magnificence and complexity. Picture Firenze stands apart as a chief location, offering extravagance, style, and an unmatched perspective on the Arno Stream.The Allure of FlorenceLuxury hotel Florence with its overflow of irrefutable and social places of interest. The Florence Place of…
Book Review of The Mystery of Mystic MountainSponsored* | All opinions are our ownThe Children’s Book Review What to Expect: Friendship, ranch life, lost treasure, divorce, and identity. The Mystery of Mystic Mountain is a story about growing up, being true to one’s identity, and focusing on what really matters, and Becca is the perfect protagonist for this journey. Freshly emerging from seventh grade, Becca is dealing with a whole host of unexpected problems. First, there’s the maybe-immanent divorce of her parents. Then, there’s the fact that her best friend is very unhappy about her new friendship with the in-crowd…
For a night of fright and fun, visit the Halloween Haunt and Yard Display at 3 Haven Road, Aberfoyle Park for a chilling experience like no other. The space has been transformed into a terrifying maze of horrors with surprises lurking at every corner. This year, they’ve pulled out all the stops to bring the ultimate horror experience from spine-chilling special effects to heart-pounding scares. The haunt is open to all ages, but the first hour of the night will be a sensory-safe experience for young children and those with special needs. During this hour from 4:30pm – 5:30pm, the…
French President Emmanuel Macron continued his three-day state visit to Morocco on Tuesday in the hopes of rehabilitating the two countries’ souring relationship.
Human Rights Watch has accused Burkina Faso’s government of putting civilians at unnecessary risk after at least 133 people were killed and hundreds wounded in a jihadist attack on the Barsalogho commune. The government, which denied the allegations, has relied heavily on armed civilian militias in its efforts to defeat violent Islamist groups.
Early education lays the foundation for a child’s future academic and personal success. In preschool, children develop cognitive, emotional, and social skills that shape their approach to learning for years to come. One educational approach that has gained significant attention is inquiry-based learning. This method encourages curiosity, exploration, and critical thinking, allowing children to engage actively in learning. As more preschools adopt this approach, it becomes clear that inquiry-based learning offers numerous advantages, particularly during the formative years of early childhood education.What is Inquiry-Based Learning in Preschool?In inquiry-based learning, children are encouraged to ask questions, investigate problems, and explore in-depth…