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The Need-to-Know Facts About Swimming for Children
Published 26 March 2021 at 19:33
Swimming as a sport and recreation has long been celebrated for its dazzling holistic advantages; in the 1st century BCE, there being some evidence of swimming races in Japan. By the 17th century, an imperial edict had made the teaching of swimming compulsory in the schools, while the preliterate maritime peoples of the Pacific evidently taught their children swimming when they started walking or even earlier. Meanwhile, noble Romans built swimming pools, distinct from their baths. And now children doing swimming continue to experience a raft of benefits including the boosted immune system, all-round development, a reduction of stress, survival principles, strategies and skills. Although it's not just the sparkling health benefits that lure little swimmers into the swimming pools or wild water.
ReadThe Test Patrol Family Visits the Premiere of Alice's Topsy Turvy Tea Party at Esplanade Annexe Studio
Published 13 March 2021 at 03:07
“Curiouser and curiouser!” said Alice, and if you are like many of us, you have probably felt this way about the premiere of Alice's Topsy Turvy Tea Party at Esplanade Annexe Studio. Generations of readers and theatregoers have been intrigued by Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, its theatrical adaptations and reinventions over 156 years. What happens when one of the smoothest talents on the Singapore children’s dance scene The Kueh Tutus joins forces with the city’s most iconic theatre, Esplanade – Theatres on the Bay?
ReadI NAK FLY (I Want to Fly) Production Made its Debut at Esplanade Theatre Studio
Published 05 March 2021 at 22:34
It's going to be another bumper year of PLAYtime! children's theatrical productions at Esplanade Theatre Studio. From performances about adventures of hilarious Deonn who wants to fly like a bird, Alice's adventures in Wonderland to a touching, emotional story of a loss and celebration of family life, add these unmissable performances to your dairy this March. What a pity they are only on at Esplanade for nine days, but it’s going to make so many little hearts so full. A new production I NAK FLY (I Want to Fly) will restart children’s relationships with live performances after almost a year spent at home.
ReadThe Family Review of Amma's Sarees Premiere at Esplanade Theatre Studio
Published 05 March 2021 at 05:40
Sometimes we take our children to the theatre to be entertained, sometimes we go there to learn more whilst having fun, and sometimes we simply want to watch a show that makes us feel better. Whatever is happening outside the theatre, we can hit pause for an hour: children’s performances gently transport us away from our reality and let us see the world through the characters’ eyes. By bringing together the greatest stories, actors, musicians, playwriters and directors, the interactive PLAYtime! theatre series opens up a discussion with the very youngest of children about different feelings and emotions. Who could ask for more? This is one of the reasons visitors flocked to Esplanade yesterday to watch a new production Amma's Sarees.
ReadSingapore's Most Highly-Rated March and Easter Holiday Camps for 2021
Published 19 February 2021 at 06:14
The March school holidays are upon us and we know parents have been going above and beyond with the challenging task of keeping children entertained and active during this period. Trying to book a holiday camp that will appeal to your child is no easy feat. And it’s not hard to see why considering that there are a mind-boggling number of options on offer in Singapore. According to our survey, the vast majority of Singapore’s families seek sports, adventure and enrichment over relaxation when they choose a programme for school holidays. But which is the best March and Easter holiday camp for your kids?
Read7 Powerful Ways To Create A Single Mom Budget
Published 02 February 2021 at 00:45
Here is a set of useful tips that will help a single mom with her budget. Here you will find out where to retrench, how to find a new source of income, and how to spend money wisely. We've rounded up 7 steps of wise budget planning that will save you time and money!
ReadVivoKids: The Proven Experts in Multi-Sport Coaching for Early Years
Published 28 January 2021 at 07:42
Occasionally parents become so familiar with a reasonably acceptable specific sports programme that they fail to notice a myriad of alternatives that give their child freedom to find their own sporting path. Step forward, VIVO Kids is the most in-demand multi-sport programme for pre-schoolers with the Singapore parents right now – and for good reason.VIVO Kids – a name guaranteed to deliver age-appropriate activities in a happy, stimulating environment – gives your child the best possible start in physical and social development.
ReadBest Family Photo Studio in Singapore: Comfy, Candid, Light
Published 20 January 2021 at 12:51
Oh Dear Studio is, perhaps, one of the best photo studios in Singapore. And this place deserves this title for a reason: you won't find more cheerful, tasteful, light studio and more dedicated and sincere photograph elsewhere! Melody Lin can encapsulate your emotions and place them in a frame, creating heirloom-quality images.
ReadLanguage Learning: The Best Ways to Teach Children a Foreign Language
Published 31 December 2020 at 17:45
Singaporean applications to British, North American and Canadian universities are booming. In such a scenario, the sooner you set your kids on the right path to start acquiring an additional foreign language the better. It’s almost contagious – children see their friends trying to learn more than one language and then think “I want to try that too.” Especially teenagers desire to be global citizens. The good news is that Singapore language centres have been quick to rise to this growing trend and their offers are increasingly appealing. There is a plethora of courses, lessons and activities available in Singapore which lead to internationally recognised qualifications.
ReadBuilding Stronger Family Bonds through Flowers and Flower Arrangements
Published 28 December 2020 at 17:04
Flowers can build a stronger family bond! And we are going to prove that. Here you will find out about different activities with flowers that can boost your relationship and turn simple work in the garden into a pleasant and educative family pastime!
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