Completing a jigsaw puzzle has a number of surprising benefits. As educational toys go, this seemingly simple activity rocks. How do I buy myself 10 minutes for make up and hair when things are going pear-shaped? Give the kids some puzzles. This brightly coloured mental challenge gives a great sense of accomplishment. Keeping the number […]
Once upon an obstacle course
All of life is an obstacle course. We learn this right from the beginning. The prince had to rescue the princess. She lived in a castle surrounded by a moat full of crocodiles, guarded by a dragon. The prince had to think up plans to defeat all these creatures and rescue her. He never said: […]
Have a ball
Simply owning a ball is an easy way to get children moving and active. Sit on the ball instead of a chair for watching TV or working at a desk. Brilliant for proprioception and core activation. Some fun activities to do on the ball: Child on the tummy: Hold their ankles and do airplanes with […]
