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Playdough Recipe
Try this easy playdough recipe at home and keep kids of all ages entertained for hours.Ingredients 1 cup salt 2 cups plain flour 2 tablespoons oil 3 teaspoons cream of tartar 2 cups boiling water Colour with food colouring Directions Combine all ingredients add...
Messy play is good for Children!
Messy play has lots of benefits for child development. Messy play lets children learn through the sense of touch, but it’s also great for activities that use fine motor skills, like scooping and pouring. As your child jumps in a puddle or makes a messy squelchy mud...
Getting ready for Big School: How to set your Child up for Success
Are you thinking of enrolling your child in primary school next year? Starting school is a big step for little kids. You might have heard the term ‘school readiness’ – but what does it really mean? Find out all about school readiness and how you can help your child...
Getting Ready or Starting Preschool
Helpful information for parents and carers from Raising Children Network. Before your child starts Rainbow Cottage You can start getting your child ready for Rainbow Cottage in the months and weeks before the first day. Here are some tips. Visit the centre Many early...
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