I am posting this powerful poem for critical thinking about teacher-led art experiences. The reason is two-fold; 1) I can't find a nice post of it on the internet; 2) I have found two versions of the ...

FAQ – How do I ‘manage’ children’s behaviour during group time? Children’s behavioural learning needs to be guided, supported and encouraged, NOT managed. Children “behave” as they do because they are...

When we consider children’s wellbeing, we are looking at their overall physical, emotional, social, and spiritual wellbeing. For children to establish an overall wellbeing, they need to have a strong ...

Critically reflecting is about constantly challenging your status quo. It’s always asking yourself “Where do I stand and how does that interact with everyone and everything in my world?” It can be as ...

Gemma Mickan is an early childhood educator at Woden Valley Child Care Centre who wrote and illustrated a picture book to read to children. She has generously made the resource available free to all e...

This is a guest post from Educator and Parent, Jane Kenny. I had been cleaning up this morning and I picked up this case, which my son owns. Before placing it in his room I realised it had some weight...

Creative craft activity or craptivity? It's all in the delivery. You decide. ‘Craptivity’ memes and subsequent support of this term, has recently besieged educator forums. An audience was divided last...

Written by Birdwings Nature, Jennifer McCormack and Narell Neville All children should have the opportunity to engage with nature. Fortunately, it is not difficult to get out and about to learn outsid...

What exactly is Bush Kinder? Bush Kinder is a general term used for facilitated place session with children in nature. Ideally, bush kinder will involve free time for children to explore a natural env...

“Could it be? Could it really be?” I started to get excited. The Bush Club kids looked at me with suspicion as I leapt up and squealed. Fumbling for my phone I tried to capture what I knew was a rare ...

In the realm of early childhood education, much thought and focus is given to the kindergarten age group (3-5 years), however, adversely, the younger years are often overlooked or glossed over (Sumsio...

Dear Educator, There are some things I need to tell you, I need you to understand..... When I scream and cry I need you. I need you to understand and connect with me. I need your unhurried hands and g...