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Child Care News for Parents & Carers
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August 25, 2021
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Kia ora, this week learn how educators use word play to encourage language and communication development among early learners. Also, seven super Father's Day ideas you can make in time for Sunday 5 September.
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5 ways educators play with language and sound
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Young children are a gigglesome bunch who learn through play, and there's much to be gained when kaiako join in the fun.
The Ministry of Education says humour, funny voices, nonsense words and silly rhymes are all seriously good ways to encourage language and communication learning in the early years.
So, let's explore the benefits of word playfulness, and share ways for under fives to laugh and learn with educators.
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7 Father's Day gifts, made with love
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Father's Day falls on 5 September this year, and although a new pair of socks is always practical, there's still plenty of time to make a gift that comes from the heart (not the shops).
Here are 7 creative ideas for presents that dads, stepdads and grandads will treasure.
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