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UOW Early Start Discovery Space

Locality: Wollongong, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 4221 3777

Address: Northfields Ave, University of Wollongong 2522 Wollongong, NSW, Australia

Website: http://www.earlystartdiscoveryspace.edu.au

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24.01.2022 This week is NAIDOC week! To help celebrate, all our Discovery at Home content will be focusing on various aspects of Indigenous culture and the varying ways that culture is embedded within Early Start. Today, Mitch will be telling some of the stories of the Kamilaroi People, using the stories of the stars to connect with their ancient culture

24.01.2022 For todays National Science Week activity Lynette will be reading Sharing a Shell, a fun childrens story about sea creatures and sharing

23.01.2022 Don't miss the FREE Webinar: Restoring a sense of safety; Supporting Children, Families & Communities in times of Crisis on tomorrow! We take a local perspective, looking at the impacts of the devastating bushfires one year on. Hear from knowledgeable experts in trauma, educational support systems and community. Featuring Mark Donovan, Kathy Powzun and Kim Flint. Plus Early Start experts and Q&A session. Wed 25 NOV, 7pm. REGISTER NOW! http://bit.ly/ESWebinar2 NESA endorsed!

23.01.2022 Discovery at Home - Mini & Me Join Sue for some block sorting and pattern making!

23.01.2022 Discovery at Home Happy New Year! It’s the 1st of January today and that means we are in the year of the fruit and vegetable! Join Sue from The Marketplace as she plays a fun guessing game for which things are a fruit and which are a vegetable. What is your favourite fruit and veggie?

22.01.2022 ESSSA AWARDS ONLINE GALLERY - VOTE NOW! Thank you to the eighteen preschools, primary schools and OOSH's that entered and showcased their artistic talents through sculpture! All entries were made of at least 75% recyclable material and based on the World Nursery Rhyme Week theme. Check out the gallery and vote for the People’s Choice Award! Voting closes Friday 27 Nov. One vote per person. Winners announced 1 Dec. https://www.earlystartdiscoveryspace.edu.au/esssa-gallery/

22.01.2022 STORYTIME THERE WAS AN OLD LADY WHO SWALLOWED A MOZZIE Join Sue from the Discovery Space as she reads a bizzing and buzzing tale of the little old lady with an unstoppable appetite.

21.01.2022 A stuffed toy, a blanket, a whisk(?) Children will often cling to that one special item for years on end and can be unconsolable if it goes missing. So what does this attachment mean and is it healthy? Early Starts Prof. Marc de Rosnay chats to Josh Szeps on ABC Sydney >> bit.ly/blankie-attachment

20.01.2022 DISCOVERY AT HOME COLOUR HUNT Join Jess from her garden as she takes you on a colour hunt! What kinds of colours can you find in your back yard?

19.01.2022 Can't make it in person to our upcoming Speaker Series on school readiness? Zoom tickets are now available so you can join us online. Buy now! https://roller.app/earlystartdiscoveryspace//speakerseries

19.01.2022 Calling all Educators! If you want to learn the language of maths with practical advice on how to deliver a creative, exciting, foundational mathematics program for young children book now for our popular, : session on Monday 23 November 4:00pm 7.00pm BOOK NOW, only $50! https://bit.ly/3lfhA1e

18.01.2022 In Springtime our tranquil Discovery Garden comes alive! Theres plenty of spots available this week for a visit, open 9am - 1.30pm. Online bookings are essential (even for members), and you can arrive anytime during your booked session: https://www.earlystartdiscoveryspace.edu.au/visit/tickets/. Theres FREE parking on Campus at the moment too!

18.01.2022 For Day 8 of 12 ways of Christmas, we are joined by Lynette! Lynette shows us how to make models from clay and play doh for the presepe, or nativity scene, a traditional part of Italian culture and festive season celebrations

18.01.2022 Early Start is home to world-leading researchers that are investigating real-life challenges that have a transformational impact on the lives of children. Next year we have two new research studies on self-regulation in children. The programs are fun, FREE and provide practical tips you can apply at home. Register now and get involved! https://www.earlystartdiscoveryspace.edu.au//participate-/

17.01.2022 Discovery at Home Let's go on a shape hunt through the Construction Experience with Lynette! What can you spot?

17.01.2022 "Most families rely on a high quality early education and care for part of the experience of helping their child develop and learn", Professor de Rosnay said. "Because of COVID, those services have had to close, parents have had to do more work at home and more parents are losing their jobs, so they are taking on more responsibilities with their children and it has shifted the balance". The Early Learning @ Home online project will provide that helping hand to support families with their young childrens learning in the home environment.

17.01.2022 Expert Insight Anthony Okely On today's Discovery at Home, Leanne sits down with Early Start's Research Director, Senior Professor Anthony Okely as they discuss physical activity duging COVID and global research initiatives currently taking place in the field of early childhood. A must watch for parents, educators and industry leaders

16.01.2022 Humpty Dumpty sat on a wall, Humpty Dumpty had a great fall! Join Tarryn from the Construction site as she uses this fun nursery rhyme as a way to figure out how to protect Humpty Dumpty from having any more dangerous accidents

16.01.2022 Tell us what you think! So we can continue to provide the best experience for you and your family, please share your thoughts with us in this short survey. https://uow.au1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6PZoUxNaD2NKuCW

15.01.2022 Theres a smile behind every mask! Following the advice from the NSW Chief Health Officer, staff on the Discovery Space floor will now be wearing masks to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. Visitors are encouraged to wear masks, but this is not compulsory. Single-use masks will be available for contactless purchase at the front desk for $1.... Our masks are an extra line of defence along with physical distancing, staying home if unwell, getting tested, good hand hygiene and our thorough cleaning procedures. You can find out more about our COVIDSafe Plan at bit.ly/EarlyStartReopening

14.01.2022 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.Something about a fish?? On today’s Nursery Rhyme Week Discovery at Home special, Tarryn comes to you from Crawlers Beach with another mystery box! Which nursery rhyme do you think this could be?

13.01.2022 COME PLAY TODAY! Were open to all and wed love to see you. Stimulate curiosity, nurture creativity & build confidence through play-based fun for all the family. Online bookings essential at bit.ly/EarlyStartTickets Open Tuesday to Sunday, 9am - 1.30pm. Book your next visit now!... Parking on campus is FREE until 30 September. See more

12.01.2022 Its Fathers Day this Sunday, and we have the perfect gift idea for something you can make at home! Using the colours of spring, join Tarryn as she shows you how to make a super colourful wall hanging using bits and pieces you can find in the garden

11.01.2022 Today is The Indigenous Literacy Foundations Day! To celebrate, join Martha as she reads a local classic Gang-Man-Gang from inside the UOW Library. A fun fact: This book was illustrated by children from Kemblawarra Public School back in 1991, and is held in the University Archives

11.01.2022 ALL ABOARD! This is your last chance to get 20% OFF your Discovery Space membership that lets you play and explore all year round. Offer ends this Friday 31 July. bit.ly/ESDS-Memberships Use discount code COMEPLAY20 at the checkout. ... Creative Kids vouchers also accepted See link for full terms and conditions bit.ly/ESDS-Memberships

10.01.2022 Hope you have a wonderful long weekend! Just a reminder we'll be closed on Monday 14 June for the Queen's Birthday public holiday. Open as per normal on Saturday & Sunday. Enjoy!

09.01.2022 Weve got your Fathers Day plans sorted! Families can connect and engage through play - exploring over 14 experiences for children & adults to enjoy together. Then treat Dad to a burger, fries& soft drinkfrom our onsite Ugly Duckling Cafe for only $12! Theres a great kids menu too Book your visit online: https://www.earlystartdiscoveryspace.edu.au/visit/tickets/

09.01.2022 Its National Science Week! Today, Tarryn is coming to you live from the Discovery Space with an activity that investigates which objects will float, and which objects will sink!

09.01.2022 National Science Week Foil Floaty Boats Join Tarryn from our Antarctic Research Vessel as she shows you how to make different shaped boats from al-foil How much weight can your boat take? Post a picture in the comments!

09.01.2022 , Today we celebrate National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Childrens Day. Hearing and listening to childrens voices today will give them confidence as they grow up to be the influential Elders and leaders of the future. So what does culture mean to you? What does it mean to your children?... #StrongInCulture #EldersOfTomorrow

08.01.2022 Discovery at Home Recycling Week Next week is Planet Ark's recycling week! To celebrate, Sue will show you how to make a cranky croc out of some easily available materials you can find at home. What creature can you make?

08.01.2022 Join us online from 10am for a week of super-fun science-based activities! Tomorrow well be exploring how and why different objects float or sink. Be sure to play along at home! For those visiting us in person, there will be science-based activities all week long in the Discovery Space too!

07.01.2022 Join Martha as she goes on a bear hunt around the Discovery Space with Bright Spark and Billy Backpack! This year, Paint the Gong Read are doing a virtual reading event instead and to celebrate, we thought it would be fun to bring a childrens classic to life through film

06.01.2022 Today is Wear it Purple Day As part of UOW, Early Start prides itself on fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for all young people. Everybody has the right to be proud of who they are! #wearitpurple

06.01.2022 % - !! Starting now until midnight Monday 30 November we are offering 20% off full-priced memberships! Just use the discount code COMEPLAY20 at the checkout. It's the perfect time to buy a new membership or renew your existing membership. We're also accepting Creative Kids vouchers in conjunction with this offer! Hurry only 4 days to redeem online! https://www.earlystartdiscoveryspace.edu.au/vis/membership/

06.01.2022 For todays National Science Week activity we are joined live by Mitchell as he undertakes a few science demonstrations that look at how important water is to both us and the world

06.01.2022 Storytime Giraffes Can't Dance Join Mitch on this rumbling, tumbling adventure with Gerald the giraffe as he learns to dance in the jungle.

04.01.2022 On today’s NAIDOC Week Discovery at Home special, Liz is joined by our special guest Penelope as they learn to say some words and phrases in Wiradjuri and Palawa Kani. Thank you so much for joining us Penelope!

04.01.2022 4-day school holiday football program at UOW- check it out!

04.01.2022 Thanks to Snr Constable Paul Marriott from @wollongong.police.district who visited our Emergency, Emergency! Experience, taking fingerprints (no two fingerprints are exactly alike!) and teaching us about the important work that the Police do. The kids loved it! #copsaretops Make sure to visit these holidays and hop behind the wheel of our emergency vehicle navigating your way around NSW learning important emergency messages across Police, Fire, Ambulance and SES. Book now bit.ly/EarlyStartTickets

03.01.2022 **CALLING ALL EDUCATORS** The popular Early Start Sustainable Sculpture Awards are back! Register your interest before 11 September to take part. You could win a FREE trip to the Early Start Discovery Space while learning about sustainability with your whole class. This years theme is World Nursery Rhyme Week. Open to pre and primary schools. Email [email protected] to register today! Check out last years winners here: https://www.earlystartdiscoveryspace.edu.au/sculpture-awar/

03.01.2022 EXPERT INSIGHT CONNECTING TO COUNTRY On todays Expert Insight, Leanne and Martha are joined by Dr Anthony McKnight, an Awabakal, Gumaroi and Yuin man. Anthony is a father and husband, and currently lectures in the School of Education.

02.01.2022 Science Week DIY Ocean Cleaner Todays Science Week activity is brought to you by Tarryn in the Discovery Space, as she uses a simple LEGO design to prototype an ocean cleaning device!

02.01.2022 Goggles check. Helmet check. Hi-vis vest check. Tool belt check. You’re ready to join the construction crew! Building and construction provides the perfect backdrop for learning the concepts of measurement, space and weight. The Construction experience is also great for developing children’s collaboration and cooperation skills. Try it on your next visit.

02.01.2022 Remember your mask! In line with the NSW government mandate, all visitors over the age of 12 must wear a face mask while within the Discovery Space. In case you forget we have single-use face masks available for $1 at the front desk. There’s still plenty of school holiday family fun to be had! Check out What's On! bit.ly/DSWhatsOn PLUS something new come and try the Discovery Vet Experience! Book now! bit.ly/EarlyStartTickets

02.01.2022 It’s the festive season here at the Discovery Space!

01.01.2022 Its National Science Week! On todays live video, Tarryn will be talking about deep-sea creatures and will show you how to make your very own from recycled materials

01.01.2022 Were inviting educators to share their experiences and feelings about children and technology to help us identify specific characteristics for quality adult-child interactions during digital experiences. This will help UOW researchers understand how interactions are enhanced or compromised during digital experiences.... Click to start: bit.ly/EarlyStartEducatorSurvey

01.01.2022 For Day 7 of our 12 ways of celebrating, join Tarryn as she walks you through how to make a woven paper heart basket, which is a Christmas tradition in many Scandinavian countries

01.01.2022 , & ! Evidence informed, NESA endorsed and delivered by Early Start education experts. FREE and low-cost opportunities are available. . Learn the language of maths, a deeper understanding of mathematical content knowledge and how to make the most of every opportunity to embed learning in our everyday pedagogy in : ... on Wed 19 AUG, 9.30am 12.30pm. BOOK NOW at bit.ly/2EK1LiZ . Leanne will enrich your thinking on Quality Area 7 (Leadership and Governance), critique, reflect, and learn excellent tips and ideas that can support your everyday work of leading others in her 5 week course on Wed 5 Aug - 2 Sept, 4pm. BOOK NOW at bit.ly/32fl4KP See the full schedule of professional learning opportunities bit.ly/3hXoZR1 See more