Playball celebrates National Literacy and Numeracy Week 4–10 September
Literacy is most commonly understood as reading and writing. But before children can read and write, a whole range of fundamental skills need to be in place. The best way to develop reading and writing skills is to give the body and brain plenty opportunity to coordinate with one another. This is best achieved through movement and physical […]
Helping children thrive emotionally and academically
Having happy, content and successful children is at the top of the list for Australian Parents – but what is the secret to creating opportunities for our children to thrive emotionally and academically in an ever-changing world? Lisa Statham explores the balance between a child’s social and emotional development and education using physical activity as […]
Physical activity feeds a child’s brain and sets them up for life
Physical Education can be the starting point for Australian Families wanting their children to be well balanced with the life skills necessary to succeed. Lisa Statham shares her thoughts on how a healthy body and positive approach to physical games can feed a child’s brain and set them up for life. We hear a lot […]