Learning and Education

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

W Sitting Position in Children: Is It Bad? What the Research Says

W-sitting often worries parents, but a 2024 research review found no evidence to support routinely discouraging it. Why is the advice so divided, and what should parents know?
How young children learn - Children and parents working through a counting activity with number cards during an early learning class

How Young Children Learn in the First Five Years

Young children learn through relationships, play, their senses and repeated experiences. Understanding how they learn can help you support their development without turning childhood into a race.
Early learning classes Sydney - Toddlers practising cutting with safety scissors alongside their parents in a Shichida class,
Learning and Education

Early Learning Classes in Sydney: How Shichida Fits Alongside Preschool

This guide explains what preschool usually provides in NSW, what happens in a Shichida class and the questions worth asking before you choose.

Brain Activation Exercises for Kids: By Age, What the Science Says

Discover simple, science-backed neuroplasticity exercises to enhance your child's brain development. Practical tips and engaging activities for early learners.
adults-children-table-group-Preschools in Melbourne

Preschool in Melbourne: Kindergarten, Childcare and Shichida Compared

Comparing preschools in Melbourne? See how Shichida's enrichment program fits alongside traditional preschool and kindergarten to support your child's development.
hand-eye coordination activities for babies

Hand-Eye Coordination & Crossing the Midline: Activities for Every Age

Discover practical hand-eye coordination and crossing the midline activities for every age - from babies to preschoolers - plus signs your child may need extra support.
Homeschooling Resources Australia Early Learning Support for Babies, Toddlers and Preschoolers

Homeschooling Resources Australia: Early Learning Support for Babies, Toddlers and Preschoolers

A practical guide to homeschooling in Australia - state registration, learning approaches, top resources, and home learning activities for preschoolers and the early years.
Early learning program Parents and preschoolers in a guided Shichida class activity

How the Shichida Method Early Learning Program Helps Children Learn Faster and Smarter

Looking for an early learning program for kids? Learn how the Shichida Method helps children build memory, focus, confidence, creativity, problem-solving skills and a love of learning.
Pencil Control Activities for Toddlers and Preschoolers

Pencil Control Activities for Toddlers and Preschoolers: From Scribbles to Writing

When your baby scribbles on paper, draws lines in sand, or makes marks with crayons, they are already beginning the journey toward writing. Read more to learn about the stages of pencil control and writing, with fun ideas to help your child practise!

Vocabulary Games for Kids: Fun Ways to Build Language, Memory and Confidence

Developing a child's vocabulary is a cornerstone of their early learning adventures. From birth, children begin to learn the words that will help them communicate with the world, and parents play a vital role in facilitating that growth. Read more now!