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Screen Time for Children: Common Questions Answered
Screen time may not be intrinsically bad for children, but there’s still so much parents don’t know. Get the answers you’ve been looking for with our guide.
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January OKIDO Magazine Highlights
OKIDO helps young children learn through play. It is full of stories, activities and games that stimulate creativity and inspire scientific interest. The January Issue of the OKIDO Magazine explores the calculating world of numbers! Mathematics is important for early years learning because, as well as basic numeracy, it allows children to develop their […]
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The Hidden Science of Electricity
In winter, when the days are getting shorter and darker, OKIDO explores the hidden science behind electricity. We use electricity every day, it powers our machinery and during the festive season, electricity helps to illuminate our homes, streets and even our Christmas trees. Our December issue is bursting with stories, games, experiments and activities that […]
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Brilliant Bonfire Night Recipes for Family Get-Togethers
Even if its origins as a celebration of Guy Fawkes’ foiled 17th century gunpowder plot may seem increasingly remote – and not all parents appreciate the tradition of burning a ‘Guy’ on the bonfire – it remains a thrilling night of fun and fireworks for children.
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3 Ways to Get Children Interested in S.T.E.A.M Learning
STEM subjects can really help to prepare children to be able to tackle environmental issues in their future. But sometimes, these lessons can fail to capture the imaginations of young people. Here, Rachel Hall, Managing Director of online educational resource Busy Things, gives us her top tips to get kids interested in STEM subjects.
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Stop The Slide! How to Prevent Summer Learning Loss
Summer learning loss, sometimes referred to as the summer slide, is something that can really affect your child academically. Avoid it with tips from OKIDO!
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How & Why You Should Introduce Science to Young Children
Science is based on curiosity; when children want to learn more about the world around them, it’s science that often holds the clues they need for a better understanding. Which is why the importance of teaching science in early childhood is paramount.
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Recycled Crafts: Sustainable Activities to Raise Eco-Conscious Children
When it comes to young children, it’s important to teach them about the environment and being kind to our planet. And what better way to do this than through play?
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