Summer is the perfect time to get outside and indulge in some healthy, fun activities with your kids. The warm weather brings with it a wonderful relaxed, feelgood atmosphere, no doubt partly in thanks to the natural high that comes from getting some extra vitamin D – the sunshine vitamin. During the school holidays, the great outdoors can offer some wonderful opportunities for exercise, fresh air and extended family bonding. Some of my best childhood memories involve outdoor activities like […]

Traveling with your kids can be a fun and rewarding experience, but more often than not boredom sets in and you find yourself frantically looking for ways to entertain your little ones on the journey. Fortunately there are countless ways to keep those input-hungry kids occupied, from dedicated travel games and puzzles to observational games you can play along with them. In this article, the team at Kiddit share our favorite activities and games that are guaranteed to make that […]

As an adult, fine motor skills are taken almost completely for granted, but we didn’t happen upon them by accident – we had to learn them while we were developing. Guidance and encouragement, along with the use of age-appropriate learning devices, can make the development of fine motor skills a pleasure that your little ones can share with you. This article will aim to provide you with all the tools and ideas you need to ensure that your kids master […]

New research has revealed a surprising truth about exercise: not only is it good for the body, but it also appears to improve the mind too. Scientists now agree that if you want your child to be smarter and learn better, then you need to get them moving! In this article, we look at the latest research and suggest some fun ways to help boost your child’s brain through exercise. The Miracle Cure: Regular Exercise And Academic Performance A growing […]

Countless studies prove the importance of outdoor play. It’s good for the body, great for the mind, and it’s fun. Here are some inspirational ideas to get your children out into the garden. A recent study by Nielson showed that the average US child watches 24 hours of TV a week. That might not sound a lot, but it’s actually one whole day of the week that’s spent staring at the screen! Even worse, that’s not including the time spent […]

Your toddler is keen to explore the world around them. It’s important to find the right toys to nurture their natural curiosity – but which toys are best for their needs? Find out here. It may seem like an easy task to select the right toys for your toddler. However, the moment you walk into a store, you’re confronted with shelf after shelf of toys

Think that pretend play is just a bit of fun? For children, it’s a vital way to understand the world around them, to polish social skills and to explore their emotions. Here’s more information. From an early age, children are drawn to pretend play. Whether it’s creating alternative universes out of building blocks, pretending that their beds