Little Kindy Thebarton

Happy Mother's Day to all of the incredible Little Kindy Mum's. We hope you've had an amazing day!

Wishing our Little Kindy Families a safe and memory filled Christmas. We shall see you in 2026. Thank you for your trust and support!

Wishing all of our Little Kindy Thebarton Mother's a very happy mother's day!

Today we were fortunate enough to receive a visit from Yass (on the left) and Grantly (on the right), two police officers who were in the area. We got to know the horses, what they are used for as well as feed them a cheeky apple.

Community connections and links foster each child's sense of belonging, allowing children to learn from different perspectives and broaden their understanding of the world.

Today Little Kindy Thebarton visited the APY Gallery in Thebarton.

When early childhood professionals engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives through traditional and contemporary arts-based pedagogy and teaching practices, they are acknowledging the value of First Nations ways of knowing and being. Engaging with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures and contributions is vitally important in effective and authentic teaching that incorporates Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives.

At Little Kindy Thebarton we have commenced the writing of our Reconciliation Action Plan. What a better way to get children's voices and promote understanding and appreciation than to engage in a meaningful experience here in our own Suburb!

The team at Little Kindy Thebarton have been working hard to make Halloween a
Sp👀k-tacular experience!.

Wishing all the remarkable Dad's out there, a very Happy Father's Day!

Book Week 2024 – Reading is Magic!!

Why is Reading Important for Children?

Whether your child is into the fantastical, the everyday, or a story about a sea cucumber, reading is essential for growing minds. So, what are the benefits of reading to your child each day:
• Supported cognitive development
• Improved language skills
• Preparation for academic success
• Developing a special bond with your child
• Increased concentration and discipline
• Improved imagination and creativity
• Cultivating a lifelong love of reading
August 19th see’s Little Kindy bring the magic of books to life. As many of you know, we see this as one of the most important and inspirational week’s of the year. Each day we pick a book, a theme and centre our costumes and learning journeys around the book of the day. So…. What’s in store for Book Week in 2024;
Monday – “Wizarding World“ – A day for our magical witches and wizards, goblin’s, house-elves, dragons, dementors, and other fantastical beasts. Watch us weave some spells and search for magical creatures! We will also
Tuesday – “The Magic Hat “ – … it moves like this and it moves like that… until it settles upon the head of…What will your child imagine their magic hat to land upon? Come dressed in whatever magical being your child can envision! We will be making our own magic hats and re-telling the tale of our own magical hats!
Wednesday – “Possum Magic “ – Grandma Poss uses her best bush magic to make Hush invisible. But when Hush longs to be able to see herself again, the two possums must make their way their way across Australia to find the magic food that will make Hush visible once more. Let’s explore our beautiful country of Australia as we enjoy a day of meals eating what Hush eats from vegemite sandwiches to lamingtons and pavlova’s. You may want to dress up as an Australian Animal or perhaps wear Aussie colours.
Thursday – “Alice in Wonderland “ – As we take a look through the looking glass and be guided by the Cheshire Cat into a tale of far off lands with talking animals, mad hatters and crazy queens. A classic story that we all know all to well. Don’t be late for this very important date as we savour a tea party with our own white rabbit, perhaps we shall attend to some gardening and you’d better wear red because you know it’s the Queens favour colour!
Friday – “Little Miss Magic “ – Let’s take the day to discover the magic that lies within all of us. We may not all be magicians with magical powers but sometimes our “magic surprises even me!” Are you “Little Miss Helpful”, “Mr Clumsy”, “Little Miss Bossy” or perhaps “Mr Adventure?”.
So, be sure to encourage your child’s reading and writing habits, no matter what the genre or style. Read widely and nurture their interests as they to progress from picture books to middle grade and young adult. And most of all, try not to stress over the Book Week festivities! The costumes and events are all in service and support the real meaning of Book Week – Reading is Magic!!