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Australian books are a wonderful way to introduce children to the unique and diverse culture of our nation. From picture books to poetry and short stories, there are a wide variety of books by Indigenous and local authors about our beautiful country that can be enjoyed by young readers. Petit Early Learning Journey centres encourage [...]
Storytelling for children or at any age is a shared experience between those telling the story and its recipients. There are many forms of storytelling, some of the earliest being oral, dance and art. Today, traditional forms blend with digital storytelling found in mixed media, video, animation and games. Traditional forms of storytelling continue to [...]
Picture books promote a love for learning. You can start reading aloud to your child before they're two. It will stimulate their development and ignite their imagination. Much of the enjoyment of a children's book comes from reading it aloud. Children's picture books combine images and symbols with words, pop-ups, sounds and textures to create [...]
Indoor play activities for children can be fun and adventurous even when it is dark and gloomy or too hot to venture outside. Whether you're stuck inside because of the weather or have limited outdoor space, these 30 indoor play ideas will keep children engaged and burning energy. These fun indoor play activities work well [...]
Alison's update Chief Operating Officer Welcome to our August 2023 Family Newsletter. Early Childhood Educators' Day falls this year on Wednesday, 6 September. It is an initiative of the Australian Childcare Alliance and I invite all our families, children and sector colleagues to join us in saying thank you to all educators across early learning [...]
Big life changes can be tough on anyone, but especially on young children. It can be incredibly challenging for young children who may not fully understand how to cope with change. So how can you help your child navigate these changes and come out on the other side more resilient than ever? Whether it is [...]
Piggy banks, also referred to as money boxes or coin banks, are a clever way to inspire children to develop an interest in saving money. Putting away a few coins each week can encourage children to learn about the importance of money and instil healthy financial habits that can last a lifetime. One of the [...]
Alison's update Chief Operating Officer Hello and welcome to our July Newsletter for 2022. We are now halfway through this year's learning program in which developing children's literacy forms an essential part of your child's everyday experiences. Many definitions of literacy focus on the ability to read and write. However, the Early Years Learning Framework [...]
Children thrive when we nurture their curiosity to discover more about themselves and their world. Their sense of identity and sense of belonging grows from their relationships and interactions with their families and community. The first learning outcome of the Early Years Learning Framework is for children to develop a strong sense of identity. It [...]
Books can be exceptional gifts for children. Reading picture books with young children inspires their ideas and learning. Our 22 Children Book Reviews for Under 5s provides book recommendations for Australian children from birth to five. These suggestions are sourced from fiction and nonfiction books read and cherished by children at Petit Early Learning Journey. [...]
