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Child Care News for Parents & Carers
July 31, 2019 |
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Kia ora, this week we investigate sound play - what is it and why is it important? Also, how to choose a great bike for your budding cyclist.
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The role of sound play in early childhood services
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From the moment they're born, sound is an integral part of children's development. Infants respond to their parents' voices, lullabies, and white noise, and as they grow, different sounds help them to learn and connect.
In fact, the Parenting Research Centre says, 'Sound is critically important to the way children learn about their world' and because there is a tendency to focus on language skills and motor skills, they describe sound as an, 'Unsung hero in child development'.
With this is in mind, let's look at why it's important to explore different sounds with under-fives and how educators encourage sound play during the child care day.
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How to find the best bike for your young child
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Whether your toddler is just finding their balance or your five-year-old is cycling off to school, a bicycle is a brilliant way to build skills and get from A to B.
Safety comes first, though, so as well as getting your child a good helmet, it's important that to buy them a bike that's not too big, not too small, but just right. As with shoes, you should avoid the temptation to buy a bike they can 'grow into' and, instead, focus on getting the right fit.
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