Have you been able to think about the different things you can do with your children at home? We understand that given the current climate of the City, some of you choose to stay at home and only leave the house when necessary. What we want to assure you is this: Don’t worry too much if your little ones are missing a lot of social interaction. We are sure, at this point, keeping them safe and healthy is a priority.

We live in a world wherein screen time is inescapable, unless of course you are a hermit living in a cave. In our day to day lives, the use of screens has jumped from being helpful, destructive, necessary to excessive. It is not a surprise that most parents struggle with the million dollar question: How much screen time is too much for my child?

Know everything you can about the primary school your child will be attending. This means reading school circulars, going to parent briefings, asking questions when needed, etc. Once you know about the school, you are better equipped to answer your child's questions.

Heuristic play provides rich mental stimulation for your child. It also provides your children with experiences and opportunities to discover the world around them. Read more about what it is and how it aids a baby’s development.

Music has numerous benefits for the child; from cognitive development, to musicality, to even gross motor development and self-expression. But the most important elements of music lie in the way that we relate to music, in the way we use it. Read more about why music is our language and music is the medium in which we help your children grow in our Casita.

Sensory play experiences allow for very rich learning and developmental opportunities for children. They engage them in endless hours of fun, captivate their imagination, and fuel their curiosity. Exploring the world through their senses allows for better reception of the world they live in. Read more about why sensory play is so vital especially in the early years.

Parents are children’s first teachers and home is where a lot of the learning happens, especially for young children. As part of extending your child’s learning at home, here are a few of our recommendations for home activities that you and your child can do together with some Zumbini® songs.