As we move steadily past winter’s halfway mark, in many parts of Australia the days are not only longer but also sunnier and much more inviting for outdoor activities.

STOP. Right now. Get ready to close your eyes and, when you do, this is what we want you to picture: I’m with the children, or just one child, and I’ve just see them make a wonderful leap in their understanding or skills.  I’m thinking: I wish everyone could share how important this moment is!

CELA is helping the Australian Institute of Family Studies (AIFS) to gather information about the impact of the Australian Government’s Child Care Package.  

This story about how Darren Brisbane took a complete turnaround on templates for children’s art activities is another example of his candid style.

Annie O’Sullivan returns to Amplify with a wonderful (and wonder-full) contemplation on intentional teaching, play-based learning, mathematics, sciences, and puddles.

In today’s story, Annie celebrates her experience of embracing risky play by listening carefully to children and finding ways to say Yes, when sometimes No seems the easiest option.

In today’s story Beth Sebesfi reflects on the impact of seeing children through a lens of ‘cuteness’.