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Barefoot isn’t just for Babies

In early childhood, barefoot play is often celebrated. But in School Age Care (SAC), shoes are frequently the default - kept on from the classroom to the OSHC space. What if we paused and asked: what ...

Barefoot Children's autonomy Children's development Children's wellbeing Nature play OSHC, OOSH & SAC Sensory experiences

9 Sep 2025 Blog

From Behaviour ‘Management’ to Fostering Wellbeing – A Way Forward

Psychology: The science of behaviour (Carlson & Buskist, 1996) was the first textbook I owned as a bright-eyed undergraduate embarking on my mission to leave the world just a little bit better. It was...

Behaviour guidance Behaviour management Behaviourism Children's behaviour Children's development Children's wellbeing Connection Cup® Educator wellbeing Freedom Cup® Fun Cup® Intrinsic motivation Mastery Cup® Pedagogy Positive psychology Safety Cup® Self-worth and belonging Skill to Fill™ The Phoenix Cups® Framework Will to Fill™

26 Jun 2024 Blog

The Loose Parts Challenge

Looking to boost curiosity and creativity in your classroom? Or maybe its collaborative problem solving, sustainability or resilience you’re prioritising for the children? Whatever your focus, it may ...

Child-led learning Children's development Educator resources Heuristic play Loose parts Schematic play Sensory development Sustainability

7 Dec 2022 Blog

Recommended Resources

Reflections of an Educator Our sister company. Diaries, journals, and more. I need these in my life Early Years TV Interview style PD by Kathy Brodie from the UK. You'll find loads of videos here from...

Children's development Educator resources Learning stories National Quality Framework (NQF) National Quality Standard (NQS) Pedagogy Professional development Resources

10 Jun 2021 Resources

Creative Craft Activity or Craptivity

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...

Children's development Craft activities in early years Developmentally appropriate pedagogy Fine motor skills Loose parts

31 Aug 2019 Blog

Getting started with Bush Kinder

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...

Bush kinder Children's development Nature play Risk assessment Sustainability

30 Jul 2019 Blog