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Why is Music Crucial for Children’s Development?

Next week on 21 June it’s World Music Day! Let’s use this time as a reminder to incorporate more music, more often in early childhood settings as well as in life! Most of us recognise music as something to enjoy. Whether it’s listening to your favourite songs, moving your body…

Bonkers Beat Approach: Discussions with Global Holistic Think Tank

As educators, supporting children to become confident, well-rounded adults is our driving goal. We want the very best for every child now and as they grow! Holistic education recognises the importance of educating the whole child. That is, incorporating emotional, social, physical and cognitive development into the way we approach…

The Continuing Journey Towards Reconciliation

Reconciliation Week finishes today, and many early childhood education services recognised the week through a range of inspiring explorations into First Nations people and culture. The theme for 2021 is More than a Word, Reconciliation Takes Action. Similarly, we believe that more than just specific dates or weeks of acknowledgment,…

Connecting with Community Through Education

At every level of education there is an opportunity to create strong connections. Connections through education can be with peers, educators, families and/or with the community. Education Week takes place in Victoria from 23 to 29 MayThis year the theme is ‘Building Connections’, which aims to celebrate the power education…

Happy Birthday, Bonkers!

Hip hip hooray, it’s Bonkers’ Birthday! Bonkers is the beloved heart and soul (and face!) of Bonkers Beat. This cheeky monkey is also very smart and adventurous. He loves music and he loves to learn. Sharing his love of learning, music and wellbeing with children and helping educators and parents…