Archive for Tag: child development

alt="A child playing with pasta numbers, using the fingers"

04 Apr

Fine Motor Activities for children and why are they important for children’s development?

Whatare fine motor skills? Fine motor skills involve the use of the smaller muscle of the hands, such as when doing up buttons, opening lunch boxes or using pencils or scissors. Fine motor skill efficiency significantly influences the quality...

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child development, Fine motor activities, Fine motor for children, fine motor skills, fine motor skills difficulties, sensory development, YMCA

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alt:"four year old child practicing risky play by hanging from a tree branch"

12 Dec

Risky play in early childhood: What is it and why it matters?

Children become strong in their physical learning and mental wellbeing: When children are provided with challenging outdoor environments, they get encouraged to risk-taking and risky play experiences. The Early Years Learning Framework for Australia What is Risky Play? Risky...

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benefits of risky play, child development, learningthroughplay, risky play

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