Posts by Kids In Perth
Wild about reptiles at Yanchep Central
Following last week’s snake and lizard display, Yanchep Central are continuing their celebration of all things reptile with a themed origami show and folding workshop activity for the kids! Over the next 3 days, kids will learn fun reptile facts about dinosaurs and reptiles, below are origami instructions of some of the models being showcased…
Read MoreBeing Opinionated
I often hear from parents whose children are having difficulties with persuasive writing. It’s one of the genre that may be asked for in NAPLAN and GATE tests. Students have to argue their own opinion in a convincing way. You can help your child with this by asking them their opinion on any topic that comes up…
Read MoreA touch of FRINGE heads to the fringes
Psst… FREE family shows from FRINGE performers at Butler Central Shopping Centre! Not all the fun is going to be in the city as FRINGE WORLD Festival comes to town! Butler Central Shopping Centre will be hosting Pierre Ulric and the Splash Test Dummies these Summer School Holidays! They’ll be performing short sets and giving…
Read MoreCross your list off with these great Christmas ideas
With Christmas only 23 days away, yes 23! We have come up with some great ideas and discounts to mark off your your Christmas list. The Starry Reindeer Gift Set – $21.95Includes a 6 star set, mini star and reindeer. cookiecuttershop.com.au Hospital gift set Sleep robe + Nursing Dress + Free baby wrap $99.95Haakaa pumps…
Read MoreLights, camera, action! Video and animation courses take off at Fremantle Arts Centre
Do you have a tech-loving child who can work an iPad in their sleep? Or is gaming their passion? Perhaps they’re a born performer who makes all the world their stage? Then the Fremantle Arts Centre holiday program is definitely worth a look. As well as courses in all the traditional much-loved art forms like…
Read MoreSeven ways to build resilience in your family
We have all heard that resilience is important for a child’s wellbeing. A resilient child copes better with problems, bounces back from adversity and builds upon their strengths to adapt to a changing world. In addition to what children learn from teachers, storybooks and growth mindset journals, it’s important for parents to look for ways…
Read MoreTake the pain out of dental accidents
A loud thud from another room, followed by a distressed cry – accidents always make a parent’s heart skip a beat. In many cases, everyday injuries of early childhood involve the teeth. Up to one in five young children sustain a dental injury, most often at home and during a normal daily routine. ‘It’s often…
Read MoreFamily travel without the price tag
Forget long hours spent behind the wheel, traffic jams and restless kids. You can leave the car at home and still enjoy the stunning scenery that WA has to offer. It’s more affordable than ever to kick back, relax and discover regional WA on a luxury road coach or train. Transwa can take you and…
Read MoreMy five-year-old is driving me nuts!
Sound familiar? If you’re the parent of a five-year-old, you’ll agree it’s an exciting and fun time to be raising your child – but it’s not without its challenges. So many changes are happening along their developmental roadmap that it’s sometimes hard to control what goes on in their little minds. Whilst some of your…
Read MoreA delightful day out with your darling
Discerning young ladies are invited to party in style at Perth’s most glamorous party destination. At Darlings’ Day Out in Wangara, partygirls, their fine friends, dapper dads and marvellous mums can enjoy extravagant pamper parties, high tea, unicorn parties and more. Offering a fabulous range of party packages (mermaid themed party anyone?), your big day…
Read MoreYou don’t simply grow out of dyslexia and dysgraphia, but you can lessen the impact
Everyday I meet parents who want to know why their child is struggling at school. It’s heartbreaking to see children trying so hard but despite their best efforts, not progressing. A common misconception is that children will grow out of it. But if the child has a learning difficulty, such as dyslexia or dysgraphia, this…
Read MorePlay therapy makes the tough times easier
In the process of growing up, most children experience periods of difficulty – and some children may need more help than others. Children have a hard time sitting in a big chair and talking about their feelings. Developmentally, they lack the language skills to express what they’re feeling or thinking. Often they don’t understand why…
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