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Parents Corner – September 2014

The causes of tantrums include: temperament. This can influence how emotional children become when they feel frustrated. Some children just have more tantrums than others stress, hunger, tiredness and overstimulation situations that children just can’t cope with – for...

Parents Corner – August 2014

Reading to Children Building on children’s literacy is incredibly important, as the literacy foundations they form before the age of five can have a significant impact on their literacy at later stages. Reading is not always an easy habit to develop in children,...

Parents Corner – July 2014

ParentLine 1300 1300 52 There is a new helpline that has been set up by CatholicCare Australia for parents seeking information about their child’s development. This can include their behaviour, communication, meal time challenges or learning new things. This...

Parents Corner – June 2014

Sun Protection and Vitamin D Even though it is winter, children (and adults!) need protection from UV rays which are still prevalent despite the lack of sunshine around. Children and staff still apply sunscreen during the winter months, and we’ve included a...

Parents Corner – May 2014

The Importance of Relationships Children’s relationships affect all areas and stages of their development. This is because relationships are experiences. In fact, relationships are the most important experiences in your child’s environment because they teach her...

Parents Corner – April 2014

Since we have been focusing on nutrition and health lately with our children, we are also sharing some tips about mealtime, exercise and screen time for toddlers and preschoolers to assist at home.   Seven tips for happy mealtimes Be relaxed about meals, even...