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Reflections and Resolutions

There’s nothing quite like a brand new year to start something new, set some resolutions and plan for success! Let’s not rush in too quickly though – first we should reflect on the year that was. Here’s a video of the highlights of 2015 for the Bonkers Beat team: While we…

A Time to Be Thankful

Another year is almost over and while much has changed, it’s very clear that the importance of wellbeing at the heart of children’s education is a focus that is here to stay. This can only be a positive thing, as we as educators, teachers, parents and human beings strive to…

Healthy Habits for Life

Food choices contribute to children’s behaviour, brain development, digestion, weight, dental health and their attitudes towards food well into the future. As early childhood educators, we must always focus on offering children a range of colours and textures in their meals and getting the healthy eating message across. In fact,…

Celebrating Cultural Diversity

With many of us excited about Christmas coming next month and celebrating with family, there are people of many cultures looking forward to different events and celebrations this time of year.  This really got us thinking about the diversity of cultures and how we can celebrate these as well. Here are just…

Galina Awarded for Excellence in Teaching

Congratulations! Galina is officially a recipient of a 2015 State and Territory ASG National Excellence in Teaching Award (NEiTA)! Out of 1,100 teachers nominated across Australia, Galina is the only Early Childhood Educator in Victoria to receive this wonderful award. The entire Bonkers Beat team would like to wish Galina the best of luck for the final round – to…

Three Reasons Why Some Educators Lack Motivation

Early Childhood education is crucial for children’s development and the profession of an Early Childhood Educator is one of the most important jobs. It can be very demanding and challenging both physically and mentally, but at the same time it is one of the most rewarding professions and many educators…