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How to support your child's learning
Our children are little learning machines - every day, and in almost every way, they're learning. And long before they get to school, all this activity helps them get ready for a more formal learning environment.
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Fine motor skill activities for toddlers and preschoolers
Work on your child's fine motor skills while having fun with these play activities.
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One-year-old snowboards like a natural
It often takes toddlers a little while to get steady on their feet after standing up and taking their first tentative steps - but not Sloan Henderson.
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Pretend play ideas
With simple props and a bit of imagination, pretend play is a great way to role play and work through any anxiety about a particular event or activity - and also help set expectations and behaviour.
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Winter craft activities for toddlers and preschoolers
While it's cold outside, set up a craft area inside with some of these fun winter themed activities suitable for toddlers and preschoolers. Some will be great to use again at Christmas time!
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Fine motor skill activities for toddlers and preschoolers
Work on your child's fine motor skills while having fun with these play activities.
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DIY Valentine's Day Projects For Kids
The best Valentine's Day gifts come straight from the heart, and when you're a kid, that means the best gift is something you've made yourself.
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Best children's books for bedtime
The EB team has compiled their favourite bedtime reading books for children, perfect from babies to school age. Cuddle up and cosy with your kids to read these classics.
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This toddler and his duck BFF will melt your heart
A small boy in the US has struck up a quacking good friendship with an unlikely companion ... his pet duck.
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Managing screen time for kids from toddlerhood
With just one in 10 of the iPad generation getting enough exercise, families must figure out how to manage a child's tech time.
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Adorable dancing sisters star in viral video
With their slick dance moves and sweet banter, it's impossible not to smile when watching these cute sisters do their thing.
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Busting myths about raising bilingual children
A number of enduring myths surround bilingualism, such as that it causes language delays and cognitive impairments.
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This homemade toy will keep your toddler busy
Stop! Don't throw that old Pringles can in the rubbish bin - it could be the secret to keeping your toddler entertained.
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