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Children need to develop literacy skills over time. Literacy is having the ability to use language well and in a variety of forms, such as speaking, listening, reading and writing. Enjoy browsing the many literacy activities I have to share with you below.
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27+ awesome teacher group costume ideas

August 15, 2018 by Kate 3 Comments

Life of being a teacher can be so fun, especially when it comes to crazy dress up days. It gives the children such a thrill to see their teacher step outside of their comfort zone and embrace a dress up theme. To make life easier, I’ve put together over 27+ awesome teacher group costume ideas […]

Filed Under: Book List, Literacy Tagged With: costumes, round up, teaching

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Billy Goats Gruff craft idea for kids

March 28, 2018 by Kate 3 Comments

“The Three Billy Goats Gruff” is a traditional Norwegian Fairy Tale that is loved by children (and adults) all over the world. As a wonderful follow up to reading the story you might be interested in the Billy Goats Gruff craft idea for kids of school aged and beyond!  As a child I was always scared […]

Filed Under: 5 - 10 years, Art & Craft, Craft, Literacy, Pretend Play Tagged With: animal, cardboard, story

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Fun making Wombat Stew with your kids

January 28, 2018 by Kate 3 Comments

Have you ever had fun making Wombat Stew with your kids? The girls and I love reading the Australian classic children’s picture story book. It makes us laugh, learn and fortunately no wombats are harmed at any point in the book.  I love Australia Day. It happens once a year and I look forward to […]

Filed Under: 3 - 5 years, 5 - 10 years, activities for children, activities for preschoolers, activities for toddlers, Literacy, Outdoor Activity, Play, Pretend Play, Recipes, Uncategorized Tagged With: books, literacy, outdoor, pretend

20+ books to help children who worry or suffer from anxiety

September 27, 2017 by Kate 7 Comments

A child’s mental health is important and, like adults, they can have worry about things too. To help them understand and develop strategies, here are 20+ books to help children who worry or suffer from anxiety. We know what it’s like to feel worried and children who are learning about the world and how they fit […]

Filed Under: 1 - 3 years, 3 - 5 years, 5 - 10 years, Book List, Literacy Tagged With: book list, worry and anxiety

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#52weeksofplay weekly photo challenge 2017

December 1, 2016 by Kate 4 Comments

Wow. Never in my dreams did I expect to get such a huge response to the 2016 #52weeksofplay Instagram photo challenge. We have seen close to 2000 photographs tagged with #52weeksofplay.  Click here to Join In – 2017 I’m SO excited to reveal the new list that will begin 1st January, 2017! I have to be […]

Filed Under: #52weeksofplay, Art, Art & Craft, Cook, Craft, Fine Motor, Halloween, Literacy, Making, Messy Play, Parenting

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Letter matching activity for kids using craft sticks

October 7, 2016 by Kate 3 Comments

Here is a really cool letter matching activity for kids using craft sticks. It’s easy to put together and will help your child develop their skills in recognising letters of the alphabet, learn the difference between upper and lower case letters and play a variety of literacy games at home or school.  I’ve spoken to […]

Filed Under: 3 - 5 years, 5 - 10 years, activities for preschoolers, busy bag, Fine Motor, Literacy

Upper and lower case letters teaching tool for kids

Learn upper and lower case letters using paper plates

August 15, 2016 by Kate 1 Comment

It is actually possible for your child to learn upper and lower case letters using paper plates! Sounds strange I know, but in a few simple steps you can create a really valuable teaching tool that will help and support your child in learning more about upper and lower case letters. They will developing skills in letter […]

Filed Under: 3 - 5 years, 5 - 10 years, Literacy, Writing Tagged With: letters, paper plate, teaching tool, writing

Glow in the Dark Alphabet letter Hunt

Glow in the dark letter hunt literacy activity

August 2, 2016 by Kate 14 Comments

Set up this fun glow in the dark letter hunt literacy activity because your children will really love it. It’s a unique approach to getting them to build on their knowledge of the alphabet. It challenges them to identify each letter independently and not in their usual sequence. Adding tweezers can also increase the level of difficulty and encourage […]

Filed Under: 5 - 10 years, activities for preschoolers, Fine Motor, Literacy, Uncategorized Tagged With: alphabet, glow in the dark, letters, literacy, preschoolers

ABSs and 123 ebook by Laughing Kids Learn

ABCs and 123 ebook

July 8, 2016 by Kate Leave a Comment

It is with great excitement that I announce the released of my latest downloadable ebook, which I have contributed to with a group of other wonderful play based bloggers. It’s called ABCs and 123s. This fabulous resource for parents, teachers, grandparents and carers is packed full of over 40 tried and tested play activities that  your children will love and […]

Filed Under: 3 - 5 years, 5 - 10 years, activities for children, activities for preschoolers, activities for toddlers, Art & Craft, Craft, ebook, Literacy, Numeracy, Parenting, Sensory Play, Video Tagged With: ebook, literacy, numeracy

Sensory writing bag for preschoolers. Fine motor activity.

Sensory writing bag

May 13, 2015 by Kate 9 Comments

These sensory writing bags are a great alternative to giving children pen and paper. They can be used to encourage early or beginning writers to make attempts at making marks, forming letters (or numbers). They can also be used many times over. Simple, cheap and fun, these sensory writing bags will help build a child’s confidence to […]

Filed Under: 1 - 3 years, 3 - 5 years, 5 - 10 years, Literacy

Colour Sorting Activity using Envelopes

Colour Sorting Activity for Toddlers

October 14, 2013 by Kate 20 Comments

Here is a fabulous colour sorting activity for toddlers that you can do simply at home. Children can be so incredibly curious and will often test and experimenting from a very early age.    I love this approach to learning because –  it can be used to teach across all areas of a curriculum (maths problems, […]

Filed Under: 1 - 3 years, 3 - 5 years, 5 - 10 years, Fine Motor, Literacy, Numeracy

Learn with Wax

June 14, 2013 by Kate 3 Comments

When I was teaching in the classroom I’d be alway looking for different ways to engage children in their learning and also make it an enjoyable experience for them.  One way I would find to engage reluctant learners was using wax with water colour paints!  I’ve put together a few ways that you can use […]

Filed Under: 5 - 10 years, Literacy, Numeracy

Beautiful bird seed feeder or hanger kids can make.

Bird Seed Feeder

October 6, 2012 by Kate 1 Comment

  These bird seed feeders are just so beautiful and look amazing in any garden. They are so easy to make and kids get such a thrill as new birds stop by for a bite. Here are the instructions on how to make your own DIY bird seed feeder or hanger.    How to make a DIY […]

Filed Under: 3 - 5 years, 5 - 10 years, Art & Craft, Literacy, Making, Numeracy, Play, Sensory Play

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My name is Kate and I am a mum to two little girls, Possum and Boo. We have lots of fun together learning with play at home and are pleased to share some of what we do with you.
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