The Nurturing Nest

Reading is one of the most powerful skills a child can develop. It opens the door to imagination, exploration, and lifelong learning. But learning to read doesn’t happen overnight, it’s a gradual process that begins long before a child picks up their first book. Knowing how to guide a child step-by-step through the process of learning to read can make all the difference.

Clear communication is a fundamental skill that supports every aspect of a child’s development, from social interactions to academic success and emotional expression. While every child develops speech at their own pace, some may need extra support to articulate words clearly and confidently.

Are you one of those who think that singing nursery rhymes is just for fun and entertainment in the early years or you are still wondering why you should include nursery rhymes in your lessons, routines, or activities for children? Nursery rhymes are more than just sing￾along moments, they are powerful tools that shape the foundational learning of early years.

Let’s face it, these days it’s easy for children to spend more time indoors watching cartoons, tapping away on tablets, or lounging on the couch than running around and being active. But here’s the truth: children are built to move. Whether they’re crawling under tables, spinning in circles, or jumping on the bed, movement is how they explore their world and it's how they grow, both physically and emotionally.

In a world that often moves too fast, kindness can sometimes feel like a forgotten virtue. But for children, it’s one of the most important values we can help them develop early. Teaching kindness is a way of shaping children into emotionally intelligent, empathetic, and respectful individuals.