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Children’s Book Week 2026 runs from 22–28 August, with the beautiful theme Symphony of Stories. It’s a perfect theme for early learning because, with young children, stories rarely stay quietly on the page for long! Some stories are whispered. Others arrive with stomping feet, dramatic voices, giggles, sound effects and…

Young children are already scientists. They pour water from one container to another to see what happens. They test how high they can build towers, they watch ants crawl across the ground, and ask questions adults don’t always know how to answer. That natural curiosity is exactly what Science Week…

Communities across Australia will come together next Tuesday 4 August for National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children’s Day. Led by SNAICC: National Voice for our Children, the day is all about celebrating the strength, pride and potential of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, and the importance of growing…

Have you ever watched a child hear a song they love? Their shoulders start bouncing, their feet get involved and before you know it there’s a full-body dance happening in the middle of the kitchen, lounge room or early learning centre! Children have a wonderfully natural response to music. They…

The early childhood sector is full of passionate educators who inspire children every day. While there are certainly challenges—from finding and retaining quality staff to managing rising professional development costs and increasing competition—services continue to look for innovative ways to provide the very best outcomes for children and families. With…

Every kinder offers toys, books and learning experiences. But the very best environments have something more. They create a place where children feel safe, curious, confident and excited to learn. When you’re visiting a centre, look beyond the facilities. Pay attention to how the children interact, how educators respond and…