This Little Piggy
This age-old rhyme is a wonderful way to connect with your young child. It can be done with fingers or toes, during bath time, nappy-change or relaxing play time.
Who is that in the mirror?
Sit next to your baby in front of a mirror. You can also do this during tummy time. Draw your baby’s attention to her reflection in the mirror.
Banana and Apple Muffins
Here is a popular recipe of ours!
We'd love for you to try it at home & see how you go!
Big emotions
Listen to this reading of the book titled ‘In My Heart’. Pause where appropriate and talk to your child about their feelings. Try to find examples of times when they felt happy, sad, or angry.
Stop and Smell the Roses
Dress appropriately for the weather and go outside! This activity can be done in your backyard or on your daily walk.
Paying it Forward
Think of ways to ‘pay it forward’ by being kind to and helping each other at home.
Answering your toddler’s questions about COVID-19
This article from Zero to Three addresses the most commonly asked questions about COVID-19 and can give you guidance to support you to respond in an age-appropriate way.
Supporting independence skills at home
For very young children, offer choices and opportunities such as helping to put their toys away, participate in cooking experiences, feeding themselves solids or milk are great ways to support their independence.
The Wiggles: Social distancing
The Wiggles have recorded this fun social distancing song to support your child in understanding why they need to wash their hands, whilst including some classic Wiggles dance moves and singing!
Cooking delicious pizza at home with Nido Franklin Cook Max
this is a simple yet fun recipe from the kitchen of our Nido Franklin cook Max for great tasting pizzas at home