Early Learning Blog

Learning and Education•Literacy and Numeracy

Babies Upside Down: Development, Balance & Play

Babies move in ways that can look unfamiliar, especially in the first year. Understanding how to support movement safely can help you feel confident rather than cautious. This guide explains how babies learn through movement and play.

Phonemic Awareness Explained, with Example Activities

4 February 2026

Phonemic Awareness Explained, with Example Activities

A parent-friendly guide to phonemic awareness - hearing and playing with sounds in words - showing why it’s vital for early reading and spelling, plus simple, playful activities to build these skills at home.

Building resilience in children starts with everyday moments,

2 February 2026

Child Development•Emotional Intelligence

Building Resilience in Children: Practical Strategies

Resilience is not something children are simply born with or without. It is a learnable strength that grows through everyday experiences and gentle guidance from you.

1 February 2026

Why Human Touch Is Essential for Babies: Bonding & Health

From the moment your baby arrives, touch becomes one of the first ways they understand the world and feel safe within it. Holding, cuddling, skin-to-skin contact, and gentle soothing are not extras.

31 January 2026

Learning and Education•School Readiness

Can I Sit My Newborn Up? When Are Babies Ready to Sit?

Learn when babies are developmentally ready to sit, why sitting too early can interfere with motor development, and how to support healthy growth safely.

Tutoring for preschoolers in Melbourne and Sydney

30 January 2026

Tutoring for Preschoolers: Benefits and Program Options

Learn when tutoring helps preschoolers, how to choose the best early reading and maths programs, and simple ways to support learning at home.

W Sitting Position - Toddler in orange overalls sitting on a rug beside a sofa

29 January 2026

Are Bumbos Bad for Babies? The Risks and Benefits

Is a Bumbo seat safe? Are Bumbos bad for babies? This guide focuses on clear, practical information about risks, benefits, age guidelines, and alternatives so you can make a confident decision that supports your baby’s development.

Creeping vs Crawling_ Differences, Milestones & Benefits

28 January 2026

Learning and Education•Shichida News

Creeping vs Crawling: Differences, Milestones & Benefits

Both creeping and crawling are healthy early movement stages. They support baby motor development, brain growth, and learning in different but equally valuable ways. Read more now!

Shichida Classes vs SHICHIDA at Home Which is Best

27 January 2026

Shichida Classes vs SHICHIDA at Home: Which Is Best?

Shichida Classes vs SHICHIDA at Home? They use the same educational philosophy, but support families in different ways. Learn more!

Pregnant Woman on Bed - Pregnancy Milestones

26 January 2026

Pregnancy Milestones & Fetal Development: Week-by-Week Guide

Explore pregnancy milestones and fetal development week by week. Learn what’s happening in your body and your baby’s growth from conception to birth.

Toddler in a high chair eating small pieces of food while two adults prepare a meal in a kitchen background - pincer grasp

25 January 2026

Pincer Grasp in Early Childhood: Stages and Importance

Learn what the pincer grasp is, why it’s vital for your child’s development, and discover expert tips, activities, and milestones to support fine motor skills.

Newborn Preparation_ Pregnancy Essentials and Checklist

24 January 2026

Newborn Preparation: Pregnancy Essentials and Checklist

Preparing for a newborn can feel exciting, emotional, and slightly overwhelming all at once. If you are a parent or mom-to-be reading this, you might be wondering whether you are doing enough, buying the right things, or preparing at the right time.

Mindfulness and Prenatal Bonding - Conscious Pregnancy

23 January 2026

Child Development•Shichida News

Conscious Pregnancy: Mindfulness and Prenatal Bonding

Discover conscious pregnancy: mindful habits, prenatal bonding, and empowering education to support a healthy pregnancy for you and your baby.

Early childhood education - Toddlers practise using chopsticks to transfer toys

22 January 2026

Why Start Shichida Early: Unlock Your Child’s Potential

Discover why starting Shichida early boosts your child's brain development, cognitive skills, and lifelong learning potential. Explore programs, activities, and success stories.

How to teach problem solving to children

21 January 2026

Problem Solving and Cognitive Skills

How to Teach Problem Solving to Children

Problem solving for children is the ability to identify a challenge and use logic, creativity, and persistence to find a way through it. It is however not just about finding the one right answer... read more now!

12 January 2026

Problem Solving and Cognitive Skills

Critical Thinking for Students vs Kids: Key Differences

Learn the difference between critical thinking for students and kids, with practical examples and questions to support cognitive development at every age.

10 January 2026

Problem Solving Skills for Kids: A Developmental Approach

Problem solving in early childhood is the foundation for both school success and emotional health. It involves a mix of logic, creativity, and resilience.

Problem Solving for preschoolers, a child playing with Rubik's cubes

5 January 2026

Problem Solving and Cognitive Skills•Play and Games

Problem Solving For Preschoolers

Problem-solving skills help children navigate daily challenges, from academic to personal relationships.

Parents and little ones ready for their Shichida session, discovering the shichida vs preschool differences firsthand.

19 December 2025

Learning and Education•Shichida News

Sydney Shichida vs Preschool: Which Is Best for Your Young Child?

Compare Shichida vs Preschool in teaching approach, philosophy, activities and long-term benefits. See which Sydney early childhood option best suits your child's needs.

Critical thinking in the classroom - Children learn critical thinking by exploring, testing ideas, and discovering how things work.

19 December 2025

Child Development•Problem Solving and Cognitive Skills

Why Critical Thinking Matters for Kids in the Classroom

Discover why critical thinking in the classroom is essential for kids. Learn how to teach critical thinking with examples and techniques for young kids.

19 December 2025

Child Development•Problem Solving and Cognitive Skills

How to Teach Problem Solving to Kids

Learn how to teach problem-solving to kids with simple, proven strategies. Develop logic, confidence, and critical thinking through real-world activities.

30+ Fun Gross Motor Skills Activities for Preschoolers

17 December 2025

30+ Fun Gross Motor Skills Activities for Preschoolers

Strong gross motor development supports emotional regulation, improves coordination, encourages exploration and helps children join in group play more confidently.

Kinesthetic learning begins with simple hands-on exploration. Children understand new ideas faster when their hands and bodies are actively involved.

16 December 2025

Learning and Education•Shichida News

Kinesthetic Learning: What It Is and How It Works

Kinesthetic learning is a preference for understanding ideas through movement, hands-on experience and physical activity.

Shichida vs Kinder Thousands of families in Australia choose Shichida as their early learning program pathway

15 December 2025

Shichida vs Kinder: Navigate Early Learning in Melbourne

Compare Shichida and Kinder learning approaches, including philosophy, methods, developmental benefits, age comparison of skills learnt, costs, and which early education pathway may be right for your child.

$Problem solving games for kids - Numeracy Activities for Kids_ Fun Math Learning Through Play$

14 December 2025

Child Development•Play and Games

Problem-Solving Games for Kids: Critical Thinking Fun

Explore hands-on and digital games that help children develop problem-solving, reasoning, and collaboration skills through joyful play.

Parent and child enjoying active play activities outside home

13 December 2025

Learning and Education•Problem Solving and Cognitive Skills

Active Play Activities for Kids: Fun Ideas and Benefits

Discover engaging active play activities that build your child's movement skills, confidence and happiness. Explore indoor and outdoor ideas, age-specific tips, and expert insights for everyday fun.

Best Problem Solving Activities for Kids

12 December 2025

Best Problem Solving Activities for Kids (Home & Classroom)

Discover fun and easy problem-solving activities for young kids. Boost cognitive skills at home or in the classroom with hands-on games.

How Your Baby’s Brain Grows - fetal brain development

11 December 2025

Fetal Brain Development: How Your Baby’s Brain Grows

Learn how the fetal brain forms and grows by trimester, plus safe ways to support prenatal brain development and womb learning during pregnancy.

Fine motor development - Image by Shichida: A preschooler practising cutting along a rounded edge using safety scissors during a Shichida class.

10 December 2025