Golden Period of Child Development

The first three years are important because a child’s brain is forming connections at a very fast rate. The experiences children receive during this time can support language, memory, emotional development, problem-solving, movement and early learning skills.

Activities that support brain development from birth to 3 years old include talking, singing, reading, movement games, sensory play, flashcards, memory games, fine motor activities and simple problem-solving tasks. These activities work best when they are fun, short, consistent and shared with a parent or caregiver.

The Golden Period refers to the early years, usually from birth to around 3 years old, when a child’s brain develops rapidly. The Sensitive Period refers to specific windows of time when children are especially receptive to certain types of learning, such as language, movement, sensory input or social interaction.

Yes, but learning activities for babies should be gentle, playful and age-appropriate. Babies learn through songs, movement, touch, sound, visual stimulation, repetition and parent interaction. Early learning is not about pressure; it is about giving your baby rich experiences during an important stage of development.

No. The Golden Period is not just about academic learning. It is also about building confidence, emotional connection, communication, curiosity, memory, focus, movement and social awareness. Early learning works best when it supports the whole child, not just literacy and numeracy.

The Shichida Method supports the Golden Period through parent-child classes that include flashcards, memory activities, sensory play, music, numeracy, literacy, fine motor tasks and thinking games. These activities are designed to stimulate whole-brain learning during the early years of rapid development.

Yes. Shichida Australia offers classes for babies from 6 months old. The program is designed to suit each developmental stage, with age-appropriate activities that help babies and toddlers learn through play, repetition, movement, music and parent interaction.

Shichida activities can support early language development by exposing children to songs, vocabulary, stories, flashcards, rhythm, repetition and parent-child conversation starters. These experiences help children become familiar with sounds, words and communication patterns in a fun and engaging way.

Parents can support brain development at home by talking to their child often, reading daily, singing songs, playing memory games, offering sensory experiences, encouraging movement, using simple flashcards and spending focused time together. Small, consistent interactions can make a big difference.

It is never too late to support your child’s learning. While the first three years are an important developmental window, children continue to grow, learn and build new skills well beyond this stage. Shichida offers programs for children up to 9 years old.

The best way to understand whether Shichida is right for your baby or toddler is to attend a trial class. You will see how the activities work, how your child responds, and how the Shichida Method supports early learning through fun, fast-paced, parent-child activities.

Shichida Australia has seven early learning centres in Victoria and New South Wales. Victorian centres are located in Chadstone, Doncaster, Highpoint and Glen Waverley. New South Wales centres are located in Chatswood, Parramatta and Burwood.