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Snip…snip away! It’s time for purposeful play.
As parents, we always want to find ways to support our children’s development and learning. One often overlooked but valuable skill for children to learn is cutting with scissors and knives. Not only does it help to develop fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination but it can also boost confidence and creativity.
The countdown to the festive season has officially begun, along with all the magic it brings, family, fairy lights, presents and, of course, sugary foods! December is definitely one of the sweetest months of the year as it brings many occasions for your children and the whole family to indulge. It is a wonder that we are not in a sugar coma by the time it hits December 31st!
Children are curious at heart when it comes to exploring all that the world has to offer. Animals play an important role as part of a child’s learning environment as it stimulates their senses, improves social interaction, reduces stress and anxiety, and helps to increase a child’s motivation to learn and explore.
Telling your little ones ‘don’t play with your food is such an outdated parenting rule. With all the amazing benefits of food play, why wouldn’t you want your kiddie to experience the joy of putting an olive or raspberry on each of their little fingers?
What exactly are “fine motor skills”? They certainly have nothing to do with how well you drive a car…but rather form a vital part of early childhood development. Fine motor skills are the ability to move, use and control the smaller muscle groups in your hands, fingers, wrists and thumbs.