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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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Fun water play ideas for toddlers and preschoolers
Cool down this summer with some great outdoor water play ideas.
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The Smart Cycle for preschoolers: clever idea or too much?
Fisher-Price has raised eyebrows around the world with its latest offering: the Think & Learn Smart Cycle.
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Bathtime games and activities with your baby or toddler
Bath time is a wonderful bonding opportunity for you and your little one.
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Best books from the Kids' Reading Guide for babies and toddlers
The Kids' Reading Guide was recently released with a whole host of new books to keep your little ones happy.
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New evidence shows how important preschool really is
A new campaign from the NSW Department of Education hopes to make families more aware of the benefits of pre-school.
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It's never too early to get appy
Digital technologies linked to STEM subjects have an important role to play in early childhood education, says a childcare centre director and researcher.
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Toddler building skills and worldwide reputation on skateboard
This skateboarding toddler is gaining an international reputation for his skills after just a few months on the board.
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I think my toddler is gifted - what now?
How do you know if your child is gifted - and what should you do about it?
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Kids' books that reflect the diversity of dads everywhere
Any time is a great time to celebrate a fantastic dad.
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New PJ Masks: Moonlight Heroes app for under-fives
There's a new app for the under-fives to discover.
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TV noise can slow toddler word learning, study finds
Background noise from the radio or TV might be making it harder for your toddler to learn learn new words.
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