Ballarat Botanikids

09/06/2026

Looking for a great program to extend your under fiver in curiosity laden experiences

At Eureka Centre Thursday mornings
Show and Tell with Carly
10.30 am
Looks fab

https://eurekacentreballarat.com.au/events/show-and-tell-with-carly/?fbclid=IwRlRTSASVbf5leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeU06KozuUnZgs90Ib8EqynsNKImdh7LxDogY4MmndYmDEbDrIhFn5uTO3Hbw_aem_NKM49k3ZtYp4SRRe8yVAwA

This Early Years program runs every Thursday during school terms, engaging children in positive social and emotional learning experiences through songs, reading stories and interactive play. The sessions are grounded in the Early Years Learning Framework for Australia, with a focus on providing expe...

08/06/2026

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June is here and nature is calling! Have you signed up for a National Tree Day planting event yet? 🌳

Visit our website to get involved https://nationaltreeday.org.au/.

🌱 Schools Tree Day - 24 July 2026
🌱 National Tree Day - 26 July 2026

08/06/2026

Giant leaves, ferns shields Or feathers ?

What do you think they are?

Head to the St Aidens Dve entrance to Wetlands there’s a plaque  to explain .
They are beautiful and our black swans are the inspiration.

08/06/2026

Ballarat Botanikids Registered Families

Tomorrow at the Gatekeepers Cottage June 9 Tuesday 10-12

Nature Artifact and Focus

Exploring the big tough Autumn leaves through creating a very special leaf threading hanger !

On our walk we will collect sticks and moss and lichen to add to our epic leaf hangers
Can’t wait to see them

Great to hang in a fairy or dinosaur garden , on a window or anywhere where you’ll see it everyday !

02/06/2026

Parent Place is on today at Vickers St Community Hub!🌈

Pop in anytime between 9:30am – 2:30pm and enjoy a relaxed, welcoming space for you and your little ones.

📍 254 Vickers Street, Sebastopol

Here’s what’s waiting for you:
🧸 Outdoor play spaces to explore
✂️ Yarning stick craft
🏡 Fully resourced kinder room for imaginative play
💬 Chat with our friendly Parent Place team and learn about supports for local families

Whether you stay for a quick play or the whole session — you’re always welcome.
We’d love to see you! 💛

01/06/2026

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Outdoor play is a big part of growth, development and wellbeing for kids. Outdoor play ideas include tummy time, ball play, nature walks and bike rides.

01/06/2026

Oh yes Here at Botanikids we know it’s essential to go outside and play in all weathers.
It helps their sense of well being and they don’t notice the weather !

Besides we have found if kids get out and play and have their curiosity natured in nature they are calmer and more focussed especially late afternoon !

🌧️🌿 Outdoor play in winter? Yes, please! 🌿🌧️

It can be tempting to stay inside when it’s cold or wet, but outdoor play is still so important for little ones 💛

According to the Raising Children Network , children can play outside even when it’s cold and rainy, and these experiences support their physical health, confidence and wellbeing.

With the right clothing, the outdoors can become a place for adventure, exploration and even more fun (yes, even the muddy kind!).

✨ Simple outdoor ideas for chilly or wet days:
• Jump in puddles and make splashes 💦
• Go on a nature walk to collect leaves and sticks 🍂
• Watch the rain and explore how water moves and flows
• Try “puddle play” – float leaves or sticks and see what sinks or floats

Outdoor play gives children space to move, explore and build confidence, plus, a little mess often means a lot of learning and joy 🌈

📖 For more ideas and reassurance about all-weather play, check out:
https://raisingchildren.net.au/toddlers/play-learning/outdoor-play/outdoor-play -play-when-its-cold-and-wet-nav-title

❄️ And if you’d prefer to stay warm…
You’re always welcome at Parent Place, 39 Sturt St for a play, a cuppa and connection with other families.

📅 See our pinned post for the full program calendar and services available.

01/06/2026

Botanikids Under Fives Families (Registered )
Tomorrow 2nd June
1O -12
At Loreto School , Little Flower Campus
Focus : Trees and bark !!!!
warm cosy and busy !
Message us here if need more info

21/05/2026

This is on my mind today
It’s a stunner of a day drive past a school see if kids are learning outdoors other that sport !!!