Premier’s Reading Challenge 2019

19th to 25th August

 We are delighted to invite all our  children to join in the 2019 Premier’s Reading Challenge.

 As well as being fun, the challenge aims to boost children’s literacy skills by encouraging students to read widely for pleasure and learning, to develop their imagination, and to cultivate a passion for literature.

Benowa Hills Early Learning is participating in the challenge by tallying the total number of book experiences or literary activities over a one week period. (19th to 25th  August)

  Experiencing books can include shared reading, listening to stories, or reading picture books.

 Every child who completes the challenge will receive a Certificate of Achievement signed by the Premier and all students receive a Certificate of Participation.

 We will present these certificates during the Premier’s Reading Challenge celebration week to be held in November 2019.

You can play a big part in your children’s future by encouraging them to be part of this positive initiative.

 We look forward to seeing as many of our children as possible embrace the

2019 Premier’s Reading Challenge.

Book Character Dress Up Days – 21st Wednesday and/or 22nd Thursday August 2019

To coincide with CBCA Children’s Book Week we are holding TWO Book Character Dress Up Days.
Yes, 2 days DRESS UP so that as many children as possible are able to participate. You may choose to dress up on one day or both days.
Costumes do not need to be bought especially for the event – instead innovation and imagination is all that is necessary to put something interesting together….
Try thinking outside the box.

Book Character Dress-up Day
Who will you be???

CBCA Book Week 2019
Theme: Reading is My Secret Power
Dates: 17 – 23 August 2019

Early Childhood Educators Day recognises and celebrates the work of Australia’s educators in early learning centres (long day care centre-based), kindergarten or preschool services, family day care, occasional care and Outside School Hours Care (OSHC), for their wonderful contribution to the wellbeing and healthy development of the young children in their care.

It’s a chance to say thank you to Australia’s early childhood educators on a very personal level by service operators, families and their children, as well as collectively at the national level.

This year Early Childhood Educators Day will take place on Wednesday 4th September.

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On Saturday 7th September 2019 Border Studios will be at our Benowa Early Learning Centre (15 Sapium Road, Ashmore) for our annual Family Portraits Day.
Border Studios will photograph your family and you will receive a beautiful 10×13 inch canvas portrait, gallery wrapped and ready to hang (usually $60) for only $25! If you prefer a traditional photographic portrait, one can be substituted for only $15.

This is an excellent opportunity to update your family portraits, in the comfort and convenience of our centre.
Appointments will be available from 9am.
For further information, go to the Border Studios website www.borderstudios.com.au

Lucas Proudfoot Circular Rhythm Performance

The name Circular Rhythm is a mash up of two terms; firstly, the circular breathing technique used by didgeridoo players like myself and secondly, the rhythm audiences experience as they sing, dance and interact with each performance.

I am passionate about cultural education for young people. As a cultural performer, my aim is to showcase the unique qualities & origins of traditional Indigenous instruments like the ‘Yidaki’ – Didgeridoo, with guitar, stomp box and digital technology. This fusion of old and new gives young people a way to move from what they know and are familiar with, to something more ancient. In the process, cultural learning occurs.

Friday 13th September 2019

10am

TD1  TD2  SK  PK  KG

Cost $6.00 each (charged to fees)

Talk Like a Pirate Day

Wednesday

19th September 2019

Each year on 19th September, people around the nation loosen their ties, lose the school/work uniform and get ready to Talk Like a Pirate! 

Talk Like a Pirate Day™ is an opportunity to polish ye hook and say “AHOY there, me hearties” to all ye mateys.

It is also the official fundraising and awareness day of childhood cancer in Australia for Childhood Cancer Support.

Please join us by DRESSING UP and TALKING like a PIRATE all day.

A gold coin donation jar will be in reception.

Natura Education – Cool Creatures Great & Small

Learn the importance of biodiversity by getting up close and personal with mini beasts

Natura Education sustainability incursions present environmental awareness with the aim of encouraging each child to be confident and inspired within the concepts of:

• feeling connected to the natural world and to each other
• being aware of the needs of our environment
• actively knowing how to care for our environment
• being responsible for caring for our environment
• loving the natural world and using it as a place to explore, experience and learn

Date: Tuesday 15th October, 2019

Time:  from 9.30am

Rooms:  SK/PK and KG1/KG2

Cost:  $8.50 each

www.natura-pacific.com/education

Border Studios offers great value, easy to understand packages…

The complete package includes individual prints in a range of sizes, class portrait and a Photo CD with the high resolution individual image, which parents are free to use for print or online. This complete package is only $35!  There is also a range of other packages available, including sibling packages.

Fastest Turnaround…around!
Paid portrait packages are available for parents to collect from the centre a maximum of 2 weeks after the photography day. We are able to offer this exceptionally fast turnaround time by using a simple, pre-paid ordering system.

Experienced “Child Friendly” photographers
Border Studios staff are experienced at working with children and specialise in getting the best possible image of each child. They use a flexible approach to their photography to ensure more time can be taken with those children who need it.

Further details will be available closer to October 2019.

The Bug Kidz Insect Show – Monday 4th November 2019

The children will enjoy a fascinating journey into the world of Australian insects
The children will be Entertained, Amazed and Fascinated whilst they are learning all about the Mini Beast World. This fun and musical show is set against a large colourful backdrop with surrounding props and Insect Character Puppets. Through an educational storyline, a cast of puppets this will take you on a fact filled expedition into the intriguing world of these amazing Australian creatures! The children can develop an understanding about the important role insects play in the garden, their environmental significance, lifecycles, and the importance of safety in their own back yard.
The Bug Kidz Insect show is captivating and exciting, it has been designed to bring enjoyment and entertain to children of all ages.
After the performance, I show displays of insects and share some interesting knowledge and facts. The children are offered an opportunity to observe or interact with some of the live and very gentle stick insects.

Rooms TD1, TD2, SK & PK at 9.30am. cost $6.60

Rooms KG1 & KG2 at 10.15am. cost $6.60

$6.60 will be charged to your child’s weekly fee’s