5 WAYS TO IMPROVE YOUR CHILD’S SPATIAL AWARENESS

  

Spatial awareness is something which we rely on to do pretty much everything and is a skill that we often overlook. Children must develop it in order to understand and be able to interact with the environment around them, like when going to grab an object or just walk around. It helps us to navigate and is essentially our way of understanding how far we are in relation to the things around us. Most children develop this skill in their early years but as it is quite complex, it may take your child longer. If you feel that your child needs help in this area, we have a set of ideas to help from an independent school in Northamptonshire.

 

HELPING YOUR CHILD LEARN TO OVERCOME OBSTACLES

 One of the hardest lessons that there is to teach children is how to overcome obstacles as it stems from their self-belief and willingness to do the things that they’re afraid of. They will need your help, to be their support system and set a good example. If you’d like to learn about how you can help your child be more resilient and deal with the problems that they face, take a look at the tips that we’ve shared below from an independent school in Surrey.

 

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF SENSORY PLAY FOR YOUNG CHILDREN

 If you’re not aware of what sensory play is, it’s the name that’s given to any play activity which helps children in developing their five senses (the ability to touch, smell, see, taste, and hear) as well as movement and balance. From creating objects with playdough to testing sound tubes, there’s a whole range that you can do together. Aside from these particular benefits, there are many ways in which sensory play can be beneficial for children in their learning and development. 

TOP TIPS FOR GETTING YOUR CHILD OUT THE DOOR FASTER

 We all have mornings where we hit snooze and drag our feet when it comes to getting out of bed. Your child may be the same and a pain to get out the door for school and family activities. If this sounds familiar, it may be that they're struggling to sleep or have something else going on. It could be their games / devices that they’ve grown attached to so now they have little interest in anything else, or that they are struggling socially. If you’d like some parenting tips for any of these issues, keep reading as below we share some expert advice from a private school in Surrey.

 

WAYS TO GUARANTEE YOUR FAMILY WILL BE SATISFIED WITH THE FAMILY HOLIDAY

 Going on a family holiday can prove difficult if everyone has different interests or are of different age. However, it is possible to plan a trip where everyone is happy and satisfied with the itinerary and location.

From planning outdoor play days with your kids to inside fun at city locations, here is how to ensure your family is satisfied with their holiday.

NEW YEAR REFLECTING AND GOAL SETTING

 Happy new year , I hope you have all had a lovely Christmas and new year and have enjoyed some time off with the kiddies or time off work to enjoy the holidays.

5 UNCONVENTIONAL FIRE PIT IDEAS YOU NEED TO TRY

 Winter and holiday season is all about staying cosy and embracing the drop in temperature. We pay attention to creating a warm and welcoming indoor space. But often times, we neglect our backyard and the outdoor area. Firepits are a creative solution for fine tuning your outdoor space and making it comfortable to sit with friends and family. The versatility of fire pits is not confined to only the decorative aspect - they also offer functionality. If you have abandoned your outdoor lounge because of the roaring intensity of winters - you can be experimental with fire pits and create a safe haven; outside of your home. While it might be a bit chilly outside - you don’t have to confine yourself indoors.