Why Handwriting Helps You Learn

Tuesday, September 9th, 2014

Nowadays it’s less about putting pen to paper and more about turning on your laptop. But are we losing out by letting the art of penmanship die? Lots of evidence shows handwriting for kids stimulates the brain and offers benefits typing doesn’t. Our latest infographic looks at the benefits and more that come with learning the art of handwriting.

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Community Childcare Scheme (CCS)

Giraffe Childcare offers affordable Crèche places under the Community Childcare Scheme (CCS) operated by the Department of Children and Youth Affairs (DCYA). We provide access to reduced rate childcare, for parents in receipt of social welfare/low incomes. How is Childcare Reduced? Who is Eligible? If you are a parent who is on a low income, […]

Wednesday, September 21st, 2016

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Young children just cannot get enough of Nursery Rhymes

Wednesday, May 13th, 2015

Children’s Christmas books

Chances are your little ones have been asking about Christmas since the beginning of October now, so why not indulge their excitement and snuggle up together for an especially festive story time? Here are Giraffe’s top five picks for some memorable seasonal tales to get you all in the moodג¦ Dinosaur Christmas Jerry Palotta & […]