Apples and Bananas Preschool

In today’s digital age, encouraging children to engage in outdoor activities is more important than ever. At Apples and Bananas Preschool, we believe that outdoor play is not just about fun - it’s a vital part of a child’s development. For children aged 3 to 5 years, outdoor activities offer a wealth of benefits, from physical health to cognitive growth. Benefits of Outdoor Activities for Kids Engaging in outdoor play provides numerous advantages for young learners: Physical Development : Activities like running, jumping, and climbing enhance motor skills and overall health. Cognitive Growth : Exploring nature stimulates curiosity and problem-solving abilities. Social Skills : Playing with peers outdoors fosters communication, cooperation, and empathy. Emotional Well-being : Outdoor play reduces stress and promotes happiness. Outdoor Activities List for 3 to 5-Year-Olds Here’s a curated list of engaging outdoor activities suitable for preschoolers: 1. Play with Colours Rangoli with Flo...

When your child learns a new word, they opens the door to a whole new world. But when they learn both the word and its opposite, they begin to understand context, comparison, and deeper meaning-a huge step in early education. At Apples and Bananas Preschool, we believe that the best learning happens when kids are having fun. And what could be more fun than learning simple opposite words through play, pictures, and everyday experiences? What are Opposite Words? Opposite words (also called antonyms) are word pairs that express completely different meanings. For example: Hot ↔ Cold Happy ↔ Sad Up ↔ Down These are the first building blocks of logic, reasoning, and creative thinking for young minds. Benefits of Learning Opposite Words for Kids 1. Boosts Vocabulary Children begin to understand more than just new words—they learn how to use them in real life. 2. Improves Speaking & Understanding Knowing opposites helps kids describe their feelings, actions, and surroundings better. 3. Sha...