A Day in the Life at RINKA

What do your daily tasks consist of? No two days are the same!! I like to keep Monday mornings for class prep. I read over my class plans for the week and make sure I am ready for the classes ahead. Every other morning sees me head off to a school or crèche for...

Get your kids away from the TV and into the fresh air

As the sun begins to shine, our minds quickly forget the damp months behind us and the smell of freshly cut grass lures us outside! Now is the time to make sure the kids get outside too as the benefits of fresh air and outdoor play are plentiful. Our bodies require...

Why Should Children Exercise?

Exercise helps kids achieve and maintain a healthy body weight. Regular physical activity helps build and maintain strong, healthy muscles, bones and joints. Exercise aids in the development of important interpersonal skills—this is especially true for participation...

How to discourage sugary treats

When kids are looking for sugary treats and snacks it can be hard to say no but it is so important that these types of foods are limited and really seen as a treat. Foods that are high in added sugar (soda, cookies, cake, candy, frozen desserts, and some fruit drinks)...