Children grow up so quickly and it’s inevitable that some of the finer details of childhood thoughts, events or activities are forgotten over the years. One great way of preserving the memories for years to come is to create a memory book. It’s something that parents and children can work [...]
As they grow and get older, children develop in a number of ways. Two of these ways are socially and emotionally and here we look at exactly how they change and become more aware of social and emotional issues and how they interact with the rest of the world. Emotional [...]
In the early years, children go through great periods of learning and development. Here we look at how they develop intellectually. Intellectual development is the term used to refer to the way that a child’s mind and brain function develops. It includes their ability to communicate, to think in creative [...]
It’s one of the best moments for parents to hear their child speak their first words – especially if it’s ‘mama’ or ‘dada’! Learning to talk is a big achievement for children, so find out how you can help your child learn to talk. A child’s understanding of speech and [...]
Learning to talk is a monumental stage for children and an exciting time for parents, too. Here we look at how children develop language skills in early childhood and what you can do to help them. The development of language skills starts way before the time when the first recognisable [...]
Being able to read and write are two skills that many of us take for granted – without them, life is very difficult. Learning to write is a key skill in early childhood education and it’s something you, as a parent, can get involved in too. By the time children [...]
Maths is one of the essential skills that children need to learn. As parents, you can give your child a great start in life by helping them develop an appreciation of maths from an early age. Even if the mere idea of maths make you breakout in a cold sweat, [...]
Reading is one of the most important skills we can learn, plus it’s also enjoyable and is a great form of relaxation for all ages. As a parent, you can play a valuable role in your child’s early education by helping them learn how to read. Getting your children interested [...]
