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Finding Your Groove

Life can often feel like an intricate dance, with the need to maintain balance. The Phoenix Cups® framework offers us a insightful approach to understanding our needs and being able to maintain that a...

Basic human needs Children's development Emotional regulation in children Music in early years Needs literacy The Phoenix Cups® Framework finding balance human needs mindfulness music and wellbeing music therapy

25 Mar 2026 Blog

From the ground up

In early childhood, barefoot play is often celebrated. In School Age Care (SAC). however, shoes are frequently the default. Kept on from the classroom to the OSHC/OOSH space without question. But what...

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

9 Sept 2025 Blog

It is OK to be Angry – Why Anger doesn’t belong in the ‘Red Zone’

Anger is often misunderstood, particularly anger in children. Many adults perceive anger as a negative emotion that must be suppressed or avoided. However, modern research in psychology and neuroscien...

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8 June 2025 Blog

Reclaiming Play

Let’s face it: childhood today looks a bit different than it used to. When was the last time you saw a child climb a tree like it was Mount Everest or turn a pile of sticks into a pirate ship? If you ...

Barefoot Children and technology Children's development Children's wellbeing Emotional regulation in children Fine motor skills Flow in early years Group time Loose parts Nature play Physicality Play-based learning Risky play Sensory development Sensory play Sensory processing Wellbeing and exercise

12 Jan 2025 Blog

From Behaviour ‘Management’ to Fostering Wellbeing:

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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™

25 June 2024 Blog

More than just nappy changes and sleep times

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...

Children's development Educational Leader Immune system development Nappy changes Neurosensory development Pedagogy Reading in early years Self-worth and belonging Sensory development

30 June 2019 Blog