Our Young Wonders

Our Young Wonders Our Young Wonders is a resource hub for parents in enriching, nurturing, educating and equipping our children.

It focuses on ways to grow and develop the Whole Child at home within our busy schedules through activities and developmental insights.

Some days seem unrelenting and an achievement just to find a pair of matching shoes... but even those tiny moments of co...
18/02/2026

Some days seem unrelenting and an achievement just to find a pair of matching shoes... but even those tiny moments of connection and daily life moments is building the beautiful humans you are raising.

Confidence grows when learning feels achievable.Breaking tasks into smaller steps allows children to:• Experience succes...
15/02/2026

Confidence grows when learning feels achievable.

Breaking tasks into smaller steps allows children to:
• Experience success
• Build persistence
• Stay motivated

Children don’t need things to be easier —
they need them broken down.

Small steps build big confidence 💛

In an ever evolving world, your ongoing presence is your child's greatest rock 💞
11/02/2026

In an ever evolving world, your ongoing presence is your child's greatest rock 💞

Children feel safer and more regulated when they can see what’s coming next.Visual tools like calendars, schedules and c...
09/02/2026

Children feel safer and more regulated when they can see what’s coming next.

Visual tools like calendars, schedules and countdowns help children:
• Understand time
• Prepare for transitions
• Reduce emotional overwhelm

Predictability supports the developing brain — especially during change.

Sometimes behaviour is really just uncertainty in disguise 💛

🌱 A new school year begins 🌱Today marks the start of a new school year for so many families — and with it comes a beauti...
01/02/2026

🌱 A new school year begins 🌱

Today marks the start of a new school year for so many families — and with it comes a beautiful mix of excitement, nerves, hope and a few deep breaths at the school gate.

To the children stepping into classrooms today:
✨ brave
✨ growing
✨ learning who they are becoming

And to the parents and carers — this is your reminder:
Look how far you’ve already brought them.

From tiny hands that once needed everything done for them, to children walking into a new year with confidence, curiosity and their own little backpacks full of potential 💛
That didn’t happen by accident. It happened through your love, patience, routines, conversations, encouragement and showing up — day after day.

Also… let’s take a moment to acknowledge the long summer holidays 😅
The snacks.
The “I’m bored”.
The constant need to be entertained.
The juggling.

Well done. Truly. 👏

This year doesn’t need perfection.
It just needs connection, reassurance and trust — for them and for you.

Here’s to fresh starts, steady hearts and taking this year one day at a time 🌿

Learning is happening in the small things — even on the days that feel messy 💛
28/01/2026

Learning is happening in the small things — even on the days that feel messy 💛

Hands-on learning isn’t just “nice to have” — it’s how children’s brains learn best.Research consistently shows that whe...
26/01/2026

Hands-on learning isn’t just “nice to have” — it’s how children’s brains learn best.

Research consistently shows that when children learn through doing, seeing and experiencing, they retain information more deeply and make stronger connections.

Think puzzles, cooking, games, museums, conversations at the table.
Learning doesn’t need to look formal to be powerful.

You’re probably already doing more than you realise 💛

👪 We talk more about everyday learning like this inside our Facebook Group Our Young Wonders Support Village

✨ Learning doesn’t have to be loud, perfect or planned ✨Some of the most powerful learning moments happenat the kitchen ...
10/01/2026

✨ Learning doesn’t have to be loud, perfect or planned ✨

Some of the most powerful learning moments happen
at the kitchen table,
on the floor,
in everyday play and conversations.

That’s why I created Our Young Wonders Support Village — a space just for parents and carers who want to:
🌱 Support learning at home without pressure
🌱 Share real-life educational ideas
🌱 Ask questions (without judgement)
🌱 Celebrate proud moments — big and small

It’s not about doing more.
It’s about feeling supported while you’re doing what already matters.

💛 If you’d love a warm, encouraging village around you, come and join us inside the group.

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Why Play Still Matters in Primary School (and How to Make It Count)When we think of “learning,” it’s easy to picture des...
04/01/2026

Why Play Still Matters in Primary School (and How to Make It Count)

When we think of “learning,” it’s easy to picture desks, textbooks, and worksheets. But for primary-aged children, PLAY is still one of the most powerful tools for growth. Read more to find out the holistic benefits of encouraging play for your primary school child;

https://ouryoungwonders.com/category/education-at-home/

The joy of reading goes so much further than decoding words. It takes us on adventures, it fills our minds with possibil...
02/01/2026

The joy of reading goes so much further than decoding words. It takes us on adventures, it fills our minds with possibilities, it shows us perspectives from around the world… and what I love about story time is the personal connections shared when you go on those book adventures together 🥰 What do you love about reading? 📚

30/12/2025

💡 Did you know your child’s mindset before learning can affect how well they absorb information?

Research in educational psychology shows that positive emotions “prime” the brain for better focus, memory, and problem-solving.
In fact, a 2020 study found that children who experienced a short burst of laughter, movement, or connection before a learning task performed significantly better than those who jumped straight into work.

These small, intentional moments — what we call positive primers — help your child feel safe, engaged, and ready to learn.

🌈 Try this: Before homework time, spend 2 minutes doing something joyful — a dance, a silly joke, or naming one thing your child’s proud of from their day.
The difference? You’ll see it in their focus and their smile.

🌟 Growing ready for school — together.That moment your little one starts school is one you’ll never forget — tiny shoes,...
28/12/2025

🌟 Growing ready for school — together.

That moment your little one starts school is one you’ll never forget — tiny shoes, a big backpack, and a heart full of excitement (and maybe a few butterflies for both of you). 🥰

At Our Young Wonders, we know this transition isn’t just about your child being “ready for school” — it’s about you both feeling confident, connected, and calm for this beautiful new chapter.
✨ The Wonder Start Program: Ready to Shine helps you and your child grow school-ready together — through play, connection, and practical strategies that make learning joyful and everyday routines easier.
You’ll discover how to:
🌿 Build simple routines that calm the morning chaos
📚 Gain a head start with early literacy and numeracy through playful discovery
💛 Strengthen your bond while nurturing confidence and independence
Because readiness isn’t just about knowing letters or numbers — it’s about growing trust, confidence, and connection that shines far beyond the classroom.

👉 Join January's Wonder Start Program: Ready to Shine
https://ouryoungwonders.com/wonder-start-program

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