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Living Your Values in Early Childhood Education

In early childhood education, values should be more than words on a wall. They are the heartbeat of your centre’s culture! Values guide how we teach, how we connect, and how we nurture the next generation.  When educators and leaders truly live their values, those beliefs shape not only the…

Here Comes the Sun: Keeping Children SunSmart This Spring

As the days grow longer and the weather warms up, spring is the perfect time for children to enjoy more outdoor play. Garden adventures, playground fun, trips to the beach… There are so many outdoor experiences to choose from to support wellbeing, physical development, and connection with nature.  But as…

Supporting Mental Health in Early Childhood Education

This week on October 10 it’s World Mental Health Day, and we’re using this as an important reminder of how vital it is to look after our minds and create environments where everyone is supported to thrive.  In early childhood education, mental health and wellbeing should be at the heart…

Making the Most of the School Holidays

School holidays are here! For children, it can be a time to rest, recharge and enjoy unstructured play. For families, it can be a wonderful opportunity to connect. But, it can also present some challenges as you juggle routines, work commitments, and keeping children engaged.  At Bonkers Beat, we believe…