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25.01.2022 What did you make for dinner tonight? If you are looking for new ideas we thought this yummy and quick recipe could help Here are the ingredients for 4 serves: ... 350g chicken breast fillet, trimmed of all fat, thinly sliced 500g packet pumpkin gnocchi 2 tablespoons basil pesto dip 375ml can light and creamy evaporated milk 2 cups frozen green peas Method: 1 Heat a lightly oiled, large, deep non-stick frying pan over a medium-high heat. Add chicken in two batches. Stir-fry each batch for about 3 minutes or until lightly browned and just cooked through. Remove from pan. Set aside. 2 Add gnocchi to same oiled pan. Cook, stirring for about 2 minutes, or until lightly browned. 3 Stir in pesto dip, evaporated milk and cup water. Bring to the boil. Gently boil, uncovered, for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. 4 Stir in peas. Gently boil a further 2 minutes. 5 Return chicken to pan, stirring to coat in sauce. Reduce heat. Simmer 1-2 minutes, until chicken is hot and sauce has thickened. 6 Serve seasoned with freshly ground pepper. Garnish with fresh basil leaves, if desired. Note: Check labels and select gnocchi with lowest sodium per 100g. For a change, replace peas with 2 cups of your favourite frozen vegetable mix or 500g chopped broccoli. Enjoy!

25.01.2022 Are you wondering why your children are having nightmares and what you could do to help them? Children often wake upset after a nightmare and they need comfort from you. As children get older, theyll get better at understanding that a dream is just a dream. Raisingchildren.net.au has different articles and tips about dealing with nightmares and bad dreams. ... Raisingchildren.net.au is an Australian Parenting website. https://raisingchildren.net.au/preschoolers/sleep We encourage you to have a look at their website, you will find many articles, videos, and apps backed by Australian experts. Have a good night sleep everyone

25.01.2022 Something new is waiting for our families and their children in our Artarmon centre

25.01.2022 If you arent learning about nature, use nature to learn

23.01.2022 Hi everyone! We are pleased to announce that Kids Gourmet Food is introducing their brand-new menu from Monday 3rd August 2020! Over the past 6 months they have been working with a special team to give you what they hope is something your children will appreciate and enjoy. Their main focus this year has been nutrition. They have worked closely with The Gourmet Nutritionist to produce nutrition information panels on all main menu items. Their recipes have been enhance...d to include iron rich foods and wholegrain following recommendations from the Australian Dietary Guidelines and the National Quality Framework. All their existing menu items have been refined and improved as well as the introduction of more cultural diversity with new dishes including Australian native ingredients, Thai, Chinese, Indian, and Korean flavours. The alternate menu and allergens have been their second focus and they have increased options to suit a wider variety of needs. Allergens declarations have been provided for each item and they will continue to include the known allergens on all labelling. Have a lovely weekend, we are looking forward to seeing you next week. See more

22.01.2022 Our little Simba’s love to garden. As soon as they go outdoors, they grab the watering cans and ask for water. They carry their own watering cans to the garden and water the plants. They have been loving our herbs and like to explore them with their senses. At little Simba’s we allow the children to be active learners. According to developmental theory children are active learners and they must be given opportunities to explore, discover and experiment.

20.01.2022 Learning is everywhere and everything is learning! This week in our childcare centre the children pretended to be chefs, making lots of different foods. As they were playing they were learning all the words for each item

19.01.2022 We are back in Chase shopping centre for this week only! Come and meet us

19.01.2022 Our garden is the Mother Nature! It teaches us patience, care and observing skills. Since the children have been watering our garden everyday our vegetables are now slowly starting to grow! Take a look we are having our first broccolini ... Looking after the garden is a beautiful opportunity for the children to connect with nature See more

19.01.2022 The beautiful thing about learning is that nobody can take it away from you. B.B. King. #childcare #childcareactivities #earlylearningcentre #earlylearners #earlylearning #babyactivities #babylearning #babylearningtoys #babytoys #toddleractivities #toddlerlearningactivity #toddlerlearning #sharingiscaring #learningthroughplaying #learningthroughart #learningtogether #playingislearning #playishardwork #playingisfun #playingtogether #childcaresydney #childcarenorthsydney #littlelionearlylearnning #wheretheirfuturestarts

18.01.2022 Hi everyone, here is a nice recipe from the website www.mylovelylittlelunchbox.com, we hope you will enjoy! INGREDIENTS Chicken... 6 chicken drumsticks zest of 1 lemon 6 sprigs of fresh thyme 2 tablespoons olive oil sea salt and freshly ground pepper 1 tablespoon honey **Not suitable for bubs under 1 year, leave drumsticks honey free Pesto pasta salad 500 grams short pasta (such as fusilli, penne or rigatoni) 3-4 heaped tablespoons of basil pesto 1 punnet of cherry tomatoes, halved 1 cucumber, thinly sliced 2 cups rocket 1/3 cup pecorino/parmesan, shaved 4 bocconcini balls, roughly torn METHOD Chicken 1Preheat oven to 200.C. 2Place the chicken on a lined oven tray. 3Zest a lemon over the chicken, adorn with thyme sprigs, drizzle with olive oil and season with sea salt and freshly ground pepper. 4 Roast for 30 minutes, drizzle with honey and cook for another 5 minutes or until cooked, golden and caramelised. 5Serve with pesto pasta salad. Pesto pasta salad 1Bring a large pot of salted water to the boil and cook pasta. 2Drain and rinse under cold water. 3In a large bowl place, the cooked pasta and pesto and mix to combine. 4Add the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, rocket, pecorino and bocconcini balls and toss to combine. 5Serve with golden roasted lemon, thyme and honey chicken.

17.01.2022 Our Preschoolers are working hard on their alphabet artworks.

17.01.2022 Happy Fathers Day

15.01.2022 Ready! Steady! Goooo! We have some great photos this week from our both centres. The children look happy and are enjoying spending time in the garden, watering the plants, playing little adventurers or going down the slide. ... We hope your week was as fun as theirs Have a good week-end everyone and see you next week

15.01.2022 Fun pasta art activity last week for our toddlers. Painting pasta is an amazing sensory activity for toddlers and older children! They loved it!

14.01.2022 Nurturing our garden

13.01.2022 Hi everyone! It feels like we havent posted in a while, and we missed you... Spring is here and as the weather is getting warmer our Little Simbas enjoyed painting with cars in our garden yesterday Their educators set up this activity using cardboard boxes, little cars and planes. It was a good way for children to develop their creativity and imagination

13.01.2022 Many times, we hear parents being concerned about their childs sleeping routine. And when they start going to childcare they may not have as much sleep during the day as they do at home. Main reason is, they need to adjust to a new environment just like if they were in a new home. As parents, it is natural to be asking yourself: is my child getting enough sleep? ... Well, to this question we can tell you that every child is different. But generally, a good indicator is that, if your child is happy, then he is probably getting enough sleep. As your child is growing, their sleeping needs will change as well. Here is a quick guideline from the website http://www.raisingchildren.net.au : -Babies (from 6 months old) sleep around 14 hours per day. They still have about 1-2 hours nap during the day. -Toddlers sleep around 12-13 hours per day and still have about 1-2 hours nap during the day. -Pre-schooler (aged 3-5 years old) need around 11-13 hours sleep during the night and some would still have a nap during the day. If you are concerned or want to find out more about your childs sleep needs, we encourage you to go to http://www.raisingchildren.net.au You will find great advice and articles to help you understand how sleep is important for your childs health and wellbeing. We hope this will help our parents and community and remember, we are here to help so talk to your educators or to your centre manager if you need any help.

12.01.2022 Last week, our preschoolers practiced scissor cutting skills by cutting the straws with their teachers help. At first, they received a blue piece of paper with their name and 3 different colours of plastic straws. They held the straw on their left hand and started cutting it into little pieces with their right hand. After they finished cutting, they used white glue to trace their name and traced them with the litter pieces of straws they just cut. ... Children showed great concentration while they are using the scissors. Some of our Little Lions needed some help from the teachers and they were able to ask can you help me please? During this activity the children developed their scissor cutting skills which will lead to improve their writing skills. They also developed their literacy skills by tracing their name which help them develop as well their letter recognition. See more

12.01.2022 Our little lions spent the morning investigating dinosaur fossils. From exploring these puzzles, the children asked many questions, one we discussed was how do we know dinosaurs have lived on the earth a long time ago? The children said we know from books.... From this activity the children used the process of play, reflection and investigation to solve problems.

12.01.2022 Here is an example of a fine motor skills activity our educators set up in the baby room. For this activity the educators placed on a table A4 and shredded papers. Then, the educators placed some glue on the A4 and the children were encouraged to stick the shredded paper onto A4 paper. Our Little Simbas had a great time when they realised the paper was sticking to their fingers. They were seen trying to remove papers by shaking and tapping their little hands.... During this activity, the children were exposed to play with easy to find materials, such as shredded papers. This type of activity allowed children to extend their play because the generic objects (here shredded papers) could be used as multiple things. Fine motor skills activities are important for your children. They help them achieve important tasks like feeding themselves, grasping toys, zipping or buttoning up clothes, writing, drawing and more. Here is why at Little Lion our educators create everyday different fine motor skills activities! This is where their future starts.

11.01.2022 Last week the children all celebrated NAIDOC week. This is a very important time to celebrate and reflect on the achievements, culture and history of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Our Simba cubs used colourful paper to make a rainbow serpent. Rainbow Serpent or Rainbow Snake is an immortal being and creating God in Aboriginal Mythology. It is also popular image in the art of Aboriginal Australia. It is in the shape of rainbow and a snake. This activity helps t...he children to explore Aboriginal culture and promote diversity in the classroom. Our Little Lions listened to story about an aboriginal girl called Mary and compared to the colours of skin and discussed the difference and similarities between them and her. Then they were introduced to aboriginal symbols and tried to draw them on the sand. They also made their own boomerang by using the dot painting techniques just like aboriginal art.

11.01.2022 Tomorrow is International Friendship day! To celebrate this very particular day our preschoolers created their own friendship sun The children chose their favourite colours and painted their hands. They were laughing and said "tickle!" as their educators were putting paint on their hands. ... They stamped their hand around the yellow circle and made a beautiful colourful sun

11.01.2022 After 8 weeks of patience, care and lots of love, look what weve got! Our first baby carrots And they are 100% organic! We are looking forward to seeing the rest of our vegetables grow and our children looking after them!

11.01.2022 Hi everyone, As yesterday was Indonesias Independence Day, our educators talked about the Indonesian flag which consists of two equal horizontal bands: red on top and white on the bottom. During this activity they encouraged the children to identify how far is Indonesia from Australia. ... Later on, they listened to some Indonesian nursery rhymes and learned about colours in Indonesian. Red is merah and White is putih. The children were also involved in Indonesian flag painting. They began dipping their paint rollers in red and white paint then spreading them all over the paper. Our little Leos had fun participating in painting the Indonesian flag and learning some Indonesian words.

10.01.2022 Our garden is very important to us! And Mother Nature is one of the best teacher children can learn from. This week, the educators invited the children to transfer the plants we received from some parents in the garden bed. ... We explained our Little Cubs about the different baby plants we had, and they observed how they were transferred onto the garden bed. Children were very excited to contribute by digging and spreading the soil. We are all looking forward to seeing the plants and vegetables grow!

09.01.2022 Why caring for childrens teeth is important? Many babies begin teething at around 3 months old, with the first teeth usually appearing at around 6 to 9 months. By the age of 1, a baby will usually have around 8 teeth. However, babies develop at different rates, so this can vary. It is important to look after your childs teeth from the moment they start teething. Keeping your childs teeth and gums clean will protect against infection, cavities and pain. Decayed baby teeth ...can damage the permanent teeth underneath. 1. Brush your childs teeth twice a day, using small circular motions. Their teeth should be cleaned after eating and before bed using toothpaste with fluoride that is suitable for children. This can help to strengthen the outside of the teeth and prevent decay. Make sure they brush for at least 2 minutes and remind them not to swallow the toothpaste. 2. Help your child to brush their teeth from the time they get their first tooth until they are 7 or 8. After that, supervising them is still important. 3. Try to get into a regular tooth brushing routine, and give your child plenty of praise when they brush their teeth well. 4. Replace toothbrushes or toothbrush heads every 3 months. Children should floss as soon as they have 2 teeth that are in contact with each other. You should supervise flossing until they are about 10. 5. To develop strong teeth, make sure your child eats a healthy, balanced diet and avoids foods with a lot of added sugar, such as lollies, biscuits and soft drinks. Always choose fluoridated tap water. Source: https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/dental-care-for-children

08.01.2022 Hi everyone! Today is a special post on our social media. We would like to promote the online market organised by Made By Mamas Australia. For two days only you will be able to buy from 50 handmade artisans at a big discounted price! Go have a look on their Facebook and Instagram page to see the different artisans and their talent! ... We would like also to support one of our mums, Melinda. She created the brand Monkey, Bunny & Bear and makes homemade kids & baby clothes, including custom orders At Little Lion we like our community and we are happy to support our families in their wonderful and creative endeavours! Have a lovely week-end everyone and please, dont forget to rate us online!

06.01.2022 Hi everyone! The COVID-19 is still around! Lets not forget to wash little hands with soap for at least 20 sec. under warm water. To make it a funny habit you can sing with your little ones Twinkle Twinkle Little Star or Happy birthday song! ... Stay safe everyone and take care

05.01.2022 How different is a kids brain from an adults? The short answer: extremely. Weve always known that a childs brain spends its early years absorbing and processing information, but its only recently that weve begin to understand what exactly it is about a kids brain that allows it to be so receptive to new stimuli. More about this article ... https://hellolunchlady.com.au/parenting/kids-brain-works/ See more

04.01.2022 Obstacle race this week in our Artarmon centre. It was great challenge, especially for the youngest ones!

04.01.2022 Hello everyone, Nearly Halloween time! We are going to celebrate with the children on Thursday 29th October and Friday 30th October ... we would love to see everyone in their favorite fancy dress outfits! We will take lots of photos and upload to Xplore so you can follow the children doing all the Halloween activities and see all everyone's costumes!

04.01.2022 Hi everyone! What a perfect way to end this week We are pleased to announce to our parents and local community that our Waterloo centre got rated as MEETING, the national quality standard. We would like to thank our whole team for their hard work and also our parents for their support. ... We will keep on working hard and help children to build their future. To celebrate our rating, we are offering $300 centre credit to every new enrolment that include a Monday or a Friday in our centres - please spread the word ! This offer is available for a limited time only. Conditions apply. To find out more, please contact our centre manager. Thanks everyone for supporting us! We are very excited and are looking forward to seeing you all next week.

02.01.2022 Big hearts deserve big hugs What a kind way to start a new week... May this captured moment bring love and kindness to all our families. ... Have a wonderful week everyone, The team at Little Lion.

02.01.2022 EXCITING NEWS.. Contact us now to book a tour around our new city centre! 0-5 Years!

02.01.2022 Story time, providing an ideal incentive to build concentration, and a lifetime love of books! To celebrate book week one of the parents joined us and read to the toddlers and preschool children which they absolutely loved. Each year since 1945 book week has brought children and books together across Australia, it provides new experiences for all. ... During this activity some of the outcomes that were focused on were: Interact in relation to others with care, empathy and respect, Interact verbally and non-verbally for a range of purpose, Engage with a range of texts and gain meaning from these texts.

02.01.2022 Hi everyone! Being parents is not easy task everyday. And with the global health situation most of us might have to wait a little bit longer before we get to see our families again! Between the bushfires, back in summer and the Covid-19, most families (not to say all) have been under a lot of stress and pressure. On top of that, you still need be a good parent and make sure your children are ok. ... It is normal to feel a bit overwhelmed! We have created on our website a list of resources to support our families and our communities. Parentline.org.au is one of them. This website is a free telephone counselling and support service for parents and carers with children aged 0 to 18 who live in NSW. Their website has tips, advices and resources to support you in your parenting duties. You will find them also on Facebook and Instagram, Take care and stay safe

02.01.2022 As we spoke yesterday on our social media, this week our educators organised different activities with the children to speak about dental health. Our preschoolers had fun making their very own Little Teeth Man and they sure look all different Have a lovely evening and see you tomorrow for more adventure. ... See more

02.01.2022 Here is an example of one of the many fine motor skills activity our educators organised for our Little Cubs. They placed alphabet soft mats and chalks in our outdoor space. Then, they showed children how to hold a chalk and colour the inside of the soft mat as if to trace the shape or alphabet. As the children were watching, they picked up their own chalk and attempted to mimic the action. ... By doing this activity, the children were encouraged to become confident and involved learners. They hone their ability in using their fingers and hands and manipulating small objects. Our Little Cubs also practised their hand-eye coordination holding the chalk and attempting to target colouring the inside shape template of the soft mat.

01.01.2022 Hi everyone! This week we are talking about Dental Health Week (DHW): the Australian Dental Associations (ADA)s major annual oral health campaign. It takes place each year in the first full week of August and this year DHW will be August 3 9. ... This campaign aim to educate Australian families about the importance of maintaining good oral health by promoting four key messages: Brush twice a day with fluoride toothpaste. Clean between your teeth daily using floss or interdental brushes. Eat a healthy, balanced diet and limit sugar intake. Visit the dentist regularly for check-ups and preventive care. The focus of this years campaign is on the harm sugar does to oral health, aiming to help Australians to get sugar savvy. The campaign includes recommended daily sugar consumption levels, advice on reading food labels, and spells out the effect sugar has on our teeth. This information is reinforced with three main sugar messages: Consume no more than 6 teaspoons (24 grams) of free sugar per day as recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO). Choose foods with less than 10 grams of sugar per 100 grams. Look out for hidden sugars when purchasing foods and drinks. The article in our newsletter this month is enlightening our families about How much sugar is hidden in their trolley. We strongly recommend our families to read that article and please stay connected as we will update you with activities done in our both centres this week. Have a lovely evening and see you tomorrow. http://www.ada.org.au/Dental-Health-Week-2020