Stress-Free Kids Birthday Parties Perth | The Maker Space Floreat
Pressing the “Birthday Easy Button” at The Maker Space Perth For many parents, the thought of a birthday party brings a mix of joy and logistical dread. Between the pressure of themes and the inevitable cleanup, the birthday child often gets more of your stress than your time. At The Maker Space in Floreat Forum,…
Helping yourself and your child calm down in overwhelming moments.
It’s so easy to forget to breathe sometimes – to pause and use this technique, as simple and effective as it may be, as our first response when our brain and body go into freak-out mode. So often, we become so overwhelmed in the moment that any rational part of our brain clouds over, ensuring…
Why ‘I Don’t Know’ is Important in Our Kids Art Classes
In our workshops, we don’t do “copycat” art. Even when we start with a theme—like a hot air balloon drifting through the sky—the goal isn’t for every child to produce the same image. We want them to decide if that sky is a fiery sunset, a stormy midnight, or… something else entirely. In a recent…
Want to Avoid Overstimulated Kids This Christmas?
The lead-up to Christmas is a whirlwind! All the planning involved in just one day of the year can feel overwhelming. How big is your to-do list? Have you finished your Christmas shopping? The pressure to “have the perfect Christmas” is ever-present as you look at all the marketing around this holiday season. And then…
Christmas Gifts for Kids: Art Supplies Guide & Workshop Vouchers
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas! And if you have a budding artist in the family, or are a grandparent/aunt/uncle looking for a truly inspiring gift, art supplies are always a brilliant choice. One of our parents recently asked for advice on what art supplies to buy for their child—and we wanted to…
Easter Competition to win a FREE workshop with Strength Heroes
It’s competition time! To be in the draw for a half day holiday workshop, simply download our blank egg then colour or design an egg . To enter, get an adult to take a photo and text it to the number on the entry form. Hop to it, competition closes on by 12 April. You…
Is Elf on the Shelf bad for your health?
The Power of Gratitude: Nurturing a Positive Mindset
Gratitude, a simple yet profound practice, has been shown to significantly impact our overall well-being. By cultivating a sense of thankfulness, we can enhance our mental health, strengthen relationships, and boost our resilience. In the spirit of the festive season, Strength Heroes is dedicated to fostering a sense of gratitude in young minds. For the…
Bouncing Forward: 7 Resilience Building Activities for Kids
Imagine your child tackling life’s bumps with a smile! That’s the power of resilience, a skill that helps them bounce back from challenges. In this blog, we’ll explore 7 fun activities to build resilience in your child. These activities will help them feel confident, learn from mistakes, and believe in themselves – all while celebrating…
Heroes in Pages: 10 Resilience-Themed Storybooks for Kids
Foster a love of reading and inspire your child with these 10 bedtime stories that celebrate perseverance and positive psychology. We have compiled our best loved books that celebrate trying and never giving up. Resilience is the ability to deal with mistakes and life’s challenges. It is the ability to deal with mistakes and life’s…
