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As parents, we all want to give our children the tools they need to understand the world around them. One of the most valuable yet often overlooked lessons children can learn is about trees. Not only are trees a vital part of the environment, but they also offer a wonderful opportunity for children to explore, learn, and engage with nature in a meaningful way. From understanding ecosystems to fostering environmental stewardship, learning about trees can have a profound impact on a child’s development and outlook on the world. Why Should Kids Learn About Trees? Connection to Nature : In a world dominated by technology, it’s crucial that children develop a connection with the natural world. Trees are living beings that provide a tangible link to nature, allowing kids to observe growth, seasons, and the intricate relationships between plants and animals. Building Awareness of the Environment : Trees are integral to the health of our planet. By learning about trees, children become more a...
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ABCs of Kids Movement Activities

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Play is a child’s work and that’s one job they take seriously. Normal healthy children are hardwired to move their bodies and have fun while learning and exploring the world around them.

There’s no shortage of fun movement activities that kids can engage in but for the days when there are talks of boredom and nobody can think of something fun to do; here’s a quick little list, as easy as ABC, of fun ways to get your kids happily moving.

  • A - A Farmer in the Dell & other ring games you played as a child. What were some of your childhood favourites? 👇🏾
  • B - Bicycle rides

  • D - Digging up buried treasure & filling a dump truck with dirt. 
  • E - Easy Peezy Monkey Bars
  • F -  Football (Soccer)
  • G - Group games like Simon Says 
  • H - Hop Scotch
  • I - Ice Skating 
  • K- Kite Flying 
  • L- Limbo game (with kiddy themed music) 
  • M- Musical Chairs 
  • N- Netball and or Basketball 
  • O- Obstacle course for kids (whether at an indoor playground or home made)
  • P- Party Music 
  • Q- Queen games like...How many steps to reach the Queen.
  • R- Red Light, Green Light 
  • S- Scooter or Skate board
  • T- Tidying Up 
  • U- Ultimate Frisbee 
  • V- Volunteer to pick up rubbish around the house neighbourhood, park etc. 
  • W- Weeding a garden & loading up weeds in a wheelbarrow. 
  • X- Xylophone jam session
  • Y- Yoga (You can check out yoga story time vids on YouTube for inspiration)
  • Z- Zip-lining (like Tarzan) at a free playground, park or on a home made version. 
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