Early Learning Blog

Concentration and Memory•Learning and Education

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.

Can I Improve My Child’s Working Memory?

Updated 4 Sep 2026

Can I Improve My Child’s Working Memory?

Memory plays a crucial role in learning and cognitive function. Learn about memory and practical ways to improve your child's working memory.

Concentration and Focus in Children: Dad and daughter doing numeracy practice

Updated 4 Sep 2026

Concentration and Memory

Improving Attention And Concentration For Kids

Developing attention and concentration for kids will have a positive impact on many areas of their lives, now and into the future.

Definition of Education, featuring a teacher observing 6 young kids in a Shichida class. The kids are solving a 3d tangram puzzle challenge.

Updated 4 Sep 2026

Learning and Education

Definition Of Education

The definition of education comes from the latin word educare which means ‘to guide, to lead and to draw out abilities’.

Future-proofing your little one: what future skills are essential? A cute baby looking at the camera.

Updated 4 Sep 2026

Future-proofing your little one: what future skills are essential?

Which future skills are needed for a fast-changing world? Prepare your child with critical thinking, creativity, problem-solving, and more.

Parent and child enjoying active play activities outside home

Updated 4 Sep 2026

Child Development•Play and Games

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.

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

Updated 4 Sep 2026

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.

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

Updated 4 Sep 2026

Child Development•Learning and Education

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.

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

Updated 4 Sep 2026

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.

30+ Fun Gross Motor Skills Activities for Preschoolers

Updated 4 Sep 2026

Child Development•Learning and Education

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.

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

Updated 4 Sep 2026

Problem Solving and Cognitive Skills

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.

Updated 4 Sep 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.

Mindfulness and Prenatal Bonding - Conscious Pregnancy

Updated 4 Sep 2026

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.

Newborn Preparation_ Pregnancy Essentials and Checklist

Updated 4 Sep 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.

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

Updated 4 Sep 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.

Pregnant Woman on Bed - Pregnancy Milestones

Updated 4 Sep 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.

Shichida Classes vs SHICHIDA at Home Which is Best

Updated 4 Sep 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!

Creeping vs Crawling_ Differences, Milestones & Benefits

Updated 4 Sep 2026

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!

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

Updated 4 Sep 2026

Learning and Education•School Readiness

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.

Tutoring for preschoolers in Melbourne and Sydney

Updated 4 Sep 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.

Updated 4 Sep 2026

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.

Updated 4 Sep 2026

Child Development•Emotional Intelligence

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.

Building resilience in children starts with everyday moments,

Updated 4 Sep 2026

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.

Babies Upside Down: Development, Balance & Play

Updated 4 Sep 2026

Child Development•Parenting and Bonding

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.

Updated 4 Sep 2026

Baby Safety Capsules: Complete Guide to Infant Car Seats

If you are feeling overwhelmed by baby safety capsules, you are not alone! This guide explores what a baby safety capsule is, why it matters, how to choose the right one, and how to use it safely.

Gross Motor Skills Examples and Developmental Milestones

Updated 4 Sep 2026