Why kids with a growth mindset become high achievers
A growth mindset is a secret weapon that you can use to help kids to achieve more, get smarter and perform better in school! In fact, lots of scientific research has demonstrated that children
5 amazing reasons why you should sing to your kids
Singing to your child can have huge developmental advantages. Did you know that your infant's brain is pre-programmed to love music? Babies are actually born wanting to pay attention to melodies and sound patterns.
Why swinging in sync helps learn cooperation
Cooperative learning is a very important developmental skill that needs to be established in childhood. Cooperative learning allows children to collaborate and work together to achieve goals or to solve problems. When children who
Motor Development 101 – What to expect and when!
Helping a Baby with Their Motor Skills Motor development is a term that means the development of your child's movements, muscles and bones. Watching your baby achieve motor (movement) milestones is one of the most
Why I don’t use a baby walker
Like all parents, I eagerly await my child's first steps. It is such a special time for the whole family, as it marks the change from infancy to toddlerhood! In fact, the word toddler
Whole body movement – The secret to improved learning
Did you know that movement and physical activity is an important part of learning? Being active is fun and a brilliant way to supercharge the brain. Scientists are now discovering that moving using your
Secure Infant Attachment
The bond that a caregiver establishes with a child is really important for their development. In fact, we believe that a secure infant attachment is one of the most important factors in child development.
Sensory Development and the Importance of Touch
Did you know that when your baby is born its' sense of touch is one of its best developed senses? Of course it isn’t fully developed at birth, but the newborn can certainly feel
Discover how fitness boosts memory and learning in kids
New research conducted at the University of Illinois has shown that fitness helps kids to remember and learn. Fitness isn't just about bigger muscles, it also develops a childs' brain! A brand new research
Discover how music enriches the developing brain
Infants who play using rhythm and music may be well on their way to learning how to speak! A brand new research study has indicated that playing to music can improve the way that