News
âKids should grasp the Language of things, earlier than they grasp the Language of wordsâ
That marvellous quotation from the father of the term âkindergartenâ, Friedrich Froebel, is a powerful way of showing how important tactile stimulation is. The Six Bricks method provides the manipulatives to boost...
How do I encourage my child to do more activities?
Get started with doing structured activities with your child. There are so many advantages to building skills through play.   Itâs a fabulous way of creating structure during the day and...
Too much screen time? Play is the solution
Too much time spent passively watching TV is related to: Higher levels of negative emotions Aggressive behaviour and other behavioural problems Attention and focus problems More anxiety An easy solution: ...
Play is how a toddler learns!
Children who have a love of learning are more likely to be successful at school. Play is an ideal way to create that feeling of joy when they learn. We...
The Six Bricks Methodology and the Steiner Philosophy, know the differences:
Whatâs the same and whatâs different? We are often asked about how these two leading schools of thought differ and where they cross over. In this basic table below, we...
How much can you really do with Six Bricks?
We are often asked by early childhood and family day care centre educators what is so special about using the Six Bricks method. What makes it so unique? Whatâs the...
Your 5 simple steps to use the Six Bricks method in your school
The Six Bricks methodology is a way of including developmentally-enhanced activities into your class. The method is based on substantial research into how just six Duplo-style bricks provide a solid...
The Power of the Six Bricks Method
The methodology is used globally in top schools for a whole range of reasons. One thing is for certain: the set of teacher resources and activities covers so many developmental areas...
Oh⌠Those Tricky Towers!
This is one of our favourite activities using Six Bricks! Whether you use this activity at school or at home with family and friends, itâs an incredibly powerful way of...
5 Super Skills to set your child up for the world of tomorrow
Teams who play together tend to stick together. Perhaps your child wants to be an astronaut or a data analyst or in fact any job that we donât know about...
The Six Bricks Methodology and Montessori education principles:
Whatâs the same â and whatâs different? The purpose: The Six Bricks was designed to excite and motivate children to gain the skills, knowledge and attitudes that set them up for...
You have bought your Yay4Play activity kit! Now what do you do?
Watch your child develop the skills they need to spark their learning journey!
Your child is way too talented to be watching TV all day. Engage and challenge them so that they learn and have fun at the same time.