3 - 5yrs Clinic
For the first few years of your child's life you are an indispensable teacher. The more you talk to your child, play with them and involve them in your world, the more they'll learn.
But at the age of 3, they will begin to start thinking for themselves; what to play with, who to play with, and how to react when some child he doesn't know snatches his favourite toy.
This period for a young child centres around learning those all important social skills: sharing, caring, table manners, saying please and thank you, making friends and having fun learning new activities. But it's also a time for bigger challenges; maybe starting preschool or nursery, or something unimaginable - like welcoming a new sibling into the family. This stage of parenting has so many rewards - and this section will help you enjoy each milestone as and when it happens.
Growing up
Counting with your child Being able to count up to ten before starting school might sound like a humble ambition, but it creates a wonderful starting block for understanding mathematics and visual comprehension.
Growing up
Preparing your child for school
If your child has been attending a nursery for a c...
Social skills
Why young children lie
Young children tell lies for different reasons. So...
Eating
Pre-school nutrition basics
Young children are, quiet rightly, lively creature...
Social skills
Being a good sharer
Encouraging sharing is a great way to prepare your...
Learning
Settling your child at nursery
If your child has never been away from you before, or has never been in a group setting, you will need to prepare him or her.
Eating
Cooking with your child
Cooking with your child is one of the most creative ways to have fun, especially on a rainy day. Plus all that weighing and measuring is great for beginning to think about numbers, and cooking with you can help build an appreciation of food and good nutrition.
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