Does the “humble” eraser encourage perfectionism in children?
They are everywhere; in our kids’ pencil cases, on our desks and on every school booklist. It’s becoming easier than ever to erase mistakes without consequence. But this seemingly harmless tool could be doing more harm than good, leading our children down a path of unrealistic expectations of perfectionism. Let’s look at how erasers are…
How To Help Kids Keep Trying
Kids need to try new things in order to grow into confident adults and there are many things you can do to help your kids to keep trying without taking over. Sometimes, kids give up too soon on something that interests them. Here are some strategies for helping kids stay motivated and interested in learning….
The Importance of Supporting Children’s Emotions
Support children in managing their emotions. Help them learn this important skill. As parents, we often feel overwhelmed by our responsibilities as caregivers. We worry about what will happen when our child gets older, whether he or she will make friends, and how we’ll cope with the inevitable challenges that come along with growing up….
Beat Boredom! 30 Free Perth Activities for Fun School Holidays
Download FREE downloadable activity packs (indoor & outdoor) to keep the kids entertained all winter long (link to downloads at the bottom)! School holidays are a great opportunity to explore Perth and surrounds with family and friends. Perth has so many hidden gems to keep everyone entertained. We asked locals their top tips for keeping…
10 ways to build resilience in children
School holidays can be a great way to build resilience in children. Here are our top 10 ideas for the Easter school holiday when there is a bit more time with no school or work. 1. Encourage kids to hide some of their Easter eggs for someone else to find and enjoy. Even hiding one…
Positive parenting solutions to help your children learn.Â
Do you find yourself struggling not to take over when your child makes a mistake or when they anxious that they can’t do something? Childhood anxiety can be difficult to navigate. In this post I will give you positive parenting solutions to assist your child when they are struggling. Maybe they are getting anxious because they…
Meaningful Experiences as Christmas Gifts for kids
Are you looking for Christmas gifts ideas for kids? Stocking fillers usually include toys, clothes, and gadgets. Toys are great for kids, especially for imaginative play, but they add to the stuff that clutters your home. All of these things add to all the other stuff kids have and can clutter your home. These gifts…
How to Support Your Kids When They Miss Out on a School Prefect position
This month we ran our Everyone is a Leader workshop for the Year 5’s at Kinross Primary. In this workshop, kids explored what a leader and importantly, how they might feel when they don’t get a leadership position and how to manage those feelings. In a life where everyone strives and works hard to achieve…
Movies for kids to teach life lessons
It can be hard to find good movies for kids. Movies are great examples of how to engage and learn resilience messages; not only do they convey life lessons through themes and dialogues, but they are also entertaining, which helps the messages be more memorable to kids. We put together a list of movies that…
Why Helicopter Parenting is Bad for Building Resilience and How to Avoid It
Worried that you might be becoming a helicopter parent? Start with knowing the signs and the negative effects on building resilience for kids. Read our latest blog to learn how you can avoid it while helping your kids learn life skills.