Separation anxiety in children is when children fear being parted from their parents or guardians. It’s common and normal among babies and toddlers. A very small number of preschoolers and school-age children develop a more serious form of the condition, called separation anxiety disorder. There are things you can do if you have a child with either of these issues. Identifying separation anxiety in children Separation anxiety reaches its peak in babies aged 14-18 months and typically decreases throughout early childhood. Stranger anxiety is similar to separation anxiety and involves wariness and distress in the presence of unfamiliar people. It can occur from 7-10 months and usually decreases after the child’s first birthday. These anxieties are a normal part of development, and are nothing to be concerned about. After all, these anxieties happen when children are becoming more mobile, so they make sense from a survival point of view. That...

There are many benefit to having a worm farm It requires very little space It does not produce bad smells. It does not produce green house gases It can be done outdoors and indoors. It can process organic waste in a short time It saves you money on fertilizers, soil conditioners and pesticides It produces Worm Tea (liquid worm castings) which is both a natural pest repellent and organic fertilizer It produces Worm Castings which are amongst the best organic fertilizers known to man It produces a surplus of earthworms or compost wormswhich can improve your garden's soil in many ways It produces a continues supply of big fat fishing worms It takes less than 10 minutes of maintenance per week It can be easily turned into a profitable worm composting fund raiser for your early learning service.

An Acknowledgement of Country is a way of showing awareness of and respect for the traditional Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander owners of the land on which a meeting or event is being held, and of recognising the continuing connection of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to their Country. This  PDF Education Supplies resources aim to support Quality Area 6  Element 6.3.4

Do you have the door locked for safety? Create a professional first impression with our new metal Door Bell sign.  Complete with 4 drill holes this sign will last forever outdoors and creates a professional look and lets visitors know that their visit is important to you.  www.pdfeducationsupplies.com.au

Closing the Gap, Reconciliation, and Sorry Day we need to work together. We should always respect Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders. This latest sign from PDF Education Supplies is our sign of respect.  www.pdfeducationsupplies.com.au "As Australians, we are all here, woven into this country. As part of our reconciliation journey, there are truths to tell, stories to celebrate, and relationships to grow. Reconciliation is at the heart of our nations’ future. Join us on our nation’s reconciliation journey." Reconciliation Australia

OUTDOOR PLAY BENEFITS IN WINTER www.pdfeducationsupplies.com.au  During the warm spring and summer months, it seems natural to allow children to play outside. When winter comes along, parents may be more hesitant to send children outside. However, there are plenty of ways to make sure children stay safe and healthy outside in the winter and there are health benefits that accompany this outdoor playtime.  1. Children Can Escape Indoor Germs, Bacteria It is impossible to shield children completely from all viruses or bacteria that can make them ill, especially in the winter when they are more prevalent. However, allowing children to come into contact with some of these pests and bacteria in a natural way can actually make them less likely to develop autoimmune disorders and allergies, according to the Center for Disease Control (CDC).  "It strengthens the immune system by allowing your child an escape from indoor germs and bacteria and...

There is evidence suggesting that mud play is a basic biological need, and this type of play has many physical, psychological and emotional benefits for children. MUD MAKES YOU HAPPY – New research has shown that exposure to friendly soil bacteria (Mycobacterium Vaccae) stimulates the immune system causing the brain to release serotonin, the endorphin used to regulate mood.  MUD REDUCES  DEPRESSION – Given the link of the friendly bacteria in mud and its ability to make you happy, scientists say that regular exposure to mud will reduce a child’s vulnerability to depression.  MUD REDUCES ALLERGIES & ASTHMA SYMPTOMS – There is increasing evidence that today’s society is “too clean”, and that this is a contributor to increased levels of childhood illnesses, including immune disorders and allergies. We have made a series of corflute weatherproof signs titled "OUTSIDE" they show the benefits children receive from playing outside eg: in Mud, Sandpit...

Recycling is such an important thing to educate children about from a young age as they will develop life long sustainability habits. PDF Education Supplies has a large range of resources to assist with your Sustainability practices  www.pdfeducationsupplies.com.au EYLF 2:4 Children become socially responsible and show respect for the environment 3.3 The service takes an active role in caring for its environment and contributes to a sustainable future Ways to encourage children to be active in Recycling 1. Set a Green Example Let’s face it – it’s going to be a waste of time teaching your kids to participate in green behaviour if you aren’t exactly doing it yourself. Just recycling here and there, whenever the urge strikes, isn’t going to do anyone any good –  especially for the Earth. By leading a green lifestyle – all the time – your children are more likely to follow suit. Kids look...

It seems like common sense but the number of adults that need to be reminded that car parks are dangerous areas for children seems to grow daily.  So to assist with the Safety of  Quality Area 2 we have this corflute weatherproof sign  We have a large range of safety signs www.pdfeducationsupplies.com.au THE MESSAGE OF CHILD ROAD SAFETY Mark Bailey MP, Queensland Minister for Main Roads, Road Safety and Ports has praised this initiative for protecting children. ‘Young children are generally full of energy and can be impulsive. The message to parents and caregivers is to be aware of the danger presented by traffic and vehicles in carparks, and take the simple step of holding your child’s hand,’ he said. Fellow project team member and parent, Clare Murray, understands the difficulty of holding children’s hands when your hand are already full, but offered this helpful tip: ‘By asking your child...

A simple way to demonstrate your commitment to sustainability practices is the use of the water tank to water the garden. This corflute weatherproof sign is perfect to leave outdoors near the water tank it will assist with Quality Area 3, Element 3.3.2.   www.pdfeducationsupplies.com.au Benefits of rainwater in gardens Not only can rainwater use in gardens reduce demand on mains systems, it has some a range of benefits, some of which are little-known. Nitrogen It might be a surprise to many of use, but rain water contains some nitrogen. Two types of nitrogen are formed during rain, ammonia – an atmospheric gas that dissolves in rainwater – and nitrate which is produced by the reaction of water and atmospheric nitrogen by lightning during storms. It can also be collected from particles in the air caused by various industrial processes. Rainwater may contain more nitrogen than mains water due to its absorption...