Author: Betty YauPrincipal, Fairchild Nursery and Kindergarten Today we are all more conscious of our impact on the world – how do we ensure the efficient use of resources for the future of our children? As the United Nations promotes the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for a better future by 2030, there are ways […]
Author: Betty YauPrincipal, Fairchild Nursery and Kindergarten Loose parts and young children? You may think that it may not be the safest thing to allow very young children access to loose parts. Of course, adult supervision is still very important when children are playing with loose parts, however, when infants and toddlers have the opportunity
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Author: Betty YauPrincipal, Fairchild Nursery and Kindergarten Are you ever surprised at how children love to play with the simplest of materials such as cardboard boxes or paper tubes rather than the contents of a box housing a new toy? Children naturally gravitate towards objects which pique their interest and curiosity. The term ‘loose parts’
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Author: Betty YauPrincipal, Fairchild Nursery and Kindergarten Cultivating Curiosity, Confidence and Creativity – Reggio Emilia Builds Core Skills We all know that play benefits childrens’ development, but how exactly does it support the various skills children need as they navigate an increasingly digital world? Creativity is as important as literacy in today’s age, distinguishing us
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Author: Betty YauPrincipal, Fairchild Nursery and Kindergarten Play is a child’s work, and quality play matters to children. Let’s consider how children feel when they arrive at a new place. They should feel happy, respected, free to be themselves and enjoy their learning journey. Children should feel engaged as soon as they arrive at
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Author: Annie NGSpeech and Language Therapist With the amount of toys out there on the market, it can be overwhelming to shop for your child. What considerations should you have in mind when it comes to identifying appropriate toys for your child’s age and development? Why does your child need to play? Play is a
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