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The Sleep Journey
One of the hardest but most important aspects of raising small humans is managing sleep. Not just for your child but everyone in your...
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Sep 302 min read


Blue Sky Snow Day at Eduplay
What a beautiful blue sky snow day we had!!!
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Aug 261 min read


The First Seven Years
Are the first seven years of life really so important? Where has this theory come from, and should I care? It is commonly believed that...
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Jul 313 min read


IT”S THAT TIME OF YEAR…again
Let’s be honest, Influenza, COVID19, RSV and the common cold are all circling like sharks right now. It feels like everyone I know is...
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Jun 304 min read


Screen-Free Activities That Actually Entertain Toddlers
Let’s be real — sometimes the easiest way to get some space and time is to hand your child the tablet or phone. But if you’re looking for...
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May 262 min read


How We Talk To Our Children Matters
The way we talk to our children becomes their inner voice - Peggy O’Mara Why does how we talk to our children matter so much? As...
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Apr 292 min read


A Short History of the Development of Early Childhood Education.
Early Childhood Education began being taken seriously all the way back in 1837 when Friedrich Fröbel developed the concept of...
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Apr 12 min read


Storytime Magic
The Magic of Storytime Storytime is a cherished tradition that holds a special kind of magic for young children. It’s more than just...
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Feb 272 min read


Eating Healthy in 2025
I don't know about you, but I always start the year with a goal to eat healthier. That goes for me and my family. Introducing healthy...
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Jan 302 min read


Celebrating New Year - embracing change
Welcoming a New Year is exciting, especially for children embarking on a new school year, in a different room, with different faces....
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Dec 31, 20241 min read


Getting Ready to Start School
We have so many children getting ready to start school soon. This is an exciting milestone for all of us. Especially parents. The big...
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Nov 30, 20242 min read


How to Choose a Childcare
It’s a huge decision. How do we choose a childcare? You knew it was coming…but the reality is still overwhelming. How do you choose the...
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Oct 23, 20244 min read


How does playing PEEK A BOO change your child's life?
We talk about engagement a lot at Eduplay, But 7 year old Molly Wright really does show and tell us best. Focused engagement with your...
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Sep 27, 20241 min read


Is Competitive Sport Good for Young Children?
The Paris Olympics got me thinking about sport. Specifically, competitive sport and how it benefits young children. I was not encouraged...
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Aug 28, 20242 min read


Nature Baby
Exploring nature offers a treasure trove of benefits for young children, shaping their growth and development in unique and invaluable...
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Jul 26, 20242 min read


Toddler Tantrums!
Understanding Toddler Emotions: A Guide for Parents Parenting a toddler can be an emotional rollercoaster, not just for the child, but...
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Jun 29, 20242 min read


The Science of Sensory Play
The Science of sensory play and your child. As parents, we often hear about the importance of sensory play for our young children. But...
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May 20, 20243 min read


Cultivating Curiosity for your Child
Cultivating Curiosity: Nurturing a Lifelong Love of Learning in Your Child. Welcome, parents of curious minds! As your little ones...
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Apr 29, 20243 min read


Holi - Festival of Colour, Love and Spring!
Holi is one of our favourite Festivals. The idea of spreading joy through colour is something we are all very good at!
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Mar 31, 20241 min read


When Is Too Much Screen Time Too Much?
This is a question most parents have asked themselves. The answer is not easy to find and there is no one size fits all when it comes to...
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Feb 29, 20243 min read
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