Parenting Archives

Christmas Gift That Will Inspire Children

12/11/2022

Win one of two signed Aussie Big Achievers Shane Warne books. ^ Inspired by his ten-year-old son Oliver; Eastern Suburbs local Richard Simpkin wanted to teach children about Australians that had a dream when they were children and believed in themselves to achieve their dreams. Last week Richard’s new kids book about cricketing great Shane Warne was released. “The feedback already has been really positive,” says Richard. “I donated the book to my son’s school and he told me on Friday that everyone in his class has already read the book and some of the kids have even read it…

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Kids, What to do

Astronomy in the Park

05/11/2022

Enjoy the great outdoors and get out under the stars! Leave behind all your Earthly worries and join your hosts Jessie and Reuben on a tour through the southern night sky. Find out about the origins of our star signs, the furthest and the closest planets and how to find south once the sun has set! Come together with your family, friends, or that special someone for an unforgettable evening under the stars. This event will help you to make sense of what’s going on in the night sky. You’ll learn how to navigate using the stars, be captivated by…

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Events, Kids

The Adventures of Snugglepot and Cuddlepie – Theatre Fun for Everyone

04/11/2022

May Gibbs’ quintessentially Australian classics have fascinated and delighted generations of children and families, introducing them to the wonder and magic of the Australian bush. In this new outdoor adaptation, the iconic Tales of Snugglepot and Cuddlepie come to life for contemporary audiences. The Gumnut Babies are on a mission to see a human – but only from a distance! On their journey to the big city they meet friends and foes including Mrs Kookaburra, Mrs Fantail, Mr Lizard, Mr Frog, Mrs Snake, and, of course, Little Ragged Blossom. Can Snugglepot lead the way? Can Cuddlepie hold his nerve? Can they avoid…

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Kids

The Bondi WAVE, A song writing program for primary and high school students

28/10/2022

A song writing program for primary and high school students Do you sing or play a musical instrument and are interested in joining a band to learn and play original songs? Bondi WAVE is an 8-week course that teaches high school bands how to write and arrange original music. This October we are returning to the newly refurbished Bondi Pavilion Music Studios! We have all new equipment, PAs and recording facilities to support our amazing young musicians in their creative journeys in the Bondi WAVE program. Each week groups are mentored by a rotating roster of industry professionals (including Jim…

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Inspiration, Kids

World Teachers’ Day 28 October 2022

27/10/2022

What is World Teacher’s Day? World Teachers’ Day recognises the high quality of early childhood teachers, teachers, casual relief teachers, principals and early childhood leaders, and the significant contributions they make in classrooms and communities. In 2022, World Teachers’ Day will celebrate teachers with the theme “Teachers: Leading in crisis, reimagining the future”. The day provides the occasion to celebrate the teaching profession worldwide, take stock of achievements, and draw attention to the voices of teachers, who are at the heart of efforts to attain the global education target of leaving no one behind. When is World Teacher’s Day? The 5…

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Events, Kids

Eastern Suburbs Mums Halloween Guide

21/10/2022

We’ve done a round up of the spookily great events and streets to celebrate Halloween this year in the eastern suburbs. The past two years have made Halloween a bit hit and miss but this year it’s expected to revive with loads of fun! At Eastern Suburbs Mums we also encourage that children are supervised when out in the street, respect neighbourhoods in terms of noise and have fun but be good locals! Best Streets for Trick and Treating Botany William Street is renowned for its Halloween enthusiasm! Randwick Gumara Road, Hendy Avenue, Rainbow Avenue, Ellen Street, and Dangar Street…

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Kids, Parenting

3 ways early learning at Uniting Iluka is great for school readiness

18/10/2022

Childcare centres and preschools provide predictable and safe spaces to build confidence and resilience as children learn about themselves and the world around them. Uniting Iluka Early Learning, at 73-75 Roscoe Street on Bondi Beach, gives every child a headstart for school with learning experiences such as the introduction of routines, encouragement to make decisions and interact with others, and lots of opportunities to play! Here’s how. Iluka establishes rhythms and routines Uniting educators believe that giving children responsibilities helps them to understand and focus, making it easier to adapt to the rhythm of the school environment ahead. Their age-appropriate…

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Events, Parenting

Effective parenting for teens and family wellbeing

13/10/2022

About this event Practical communication and healthy relationship strategies for parents/ carers of young people aged 10 – 17 years. This seminar is designed for parents and carers of tweens and teens (aged 10 – 17) who want practical information and strategies for effective communication and healthy relationships, and to better understand and manage adolescent behaviour. The seminar will be led by clinical psychologist Dr Terr Said, CEO of WAYS Youth & Family and WAYS Secondary Principal, who will cover topics including: Understanding adolescent development and brain function Effective communication, managing conflict and challenging behaviours When and where Date and…

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Inspiration, Kids, School holidays

Vitaland Alexandria: The best kids cafe in Sydney | Tasty Dine | Play & Learn | Birthday Party | Hours of fun!

13/10/2022

VITALAND KIDS – Sydney’s most popular kids cafe, is now grand opened at Alexandria Homemaker Centre! You can feel the uniquely fresh and relaxed in this huge indoor space of nearly 800 square metres. With a variety of novelty toys and hottest entertainment facilities, no one could refuse to have fun here. There is no doubt that each photo you take here will capture the joy and happiness of your child in a world full of fantasy and dreamy. Vitaland gives you surprises from the entrance, you can find a huge ball pool, a 3D slide and an interactive projection…

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Kids

Why are fine motor skills important for children learning to write?

10/10/2022

You can help your child write their letters on lines at home with our tips and activities to support the handwriting practice they do at school. There are many factors at play as your child learns to form and practise their first letters. They’ll need to learn to grasp a pencil correctly and also how to form the letters properly. In addition, they’ll need to judge how much room they need to write their letters. Can you imagine how many passport forms can’t be used because some-one misjudges how much space they need for their signature? Well, it’s the same and…

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