April is Autism Awareness Month and so this newsletter will be all about autism – the resources to help children with autism thrive and reach their goals as well as resources for adults (family, schools and health practitioners) to better understand more about autism. Please read and share with your network so that we can […]
How many times have you heard “Maths is hard!”? Hands up if you were one of the people who used to dread maths class? A lot of people are programmed to believe that mathematics is tough and intimidating. We even find ourselves unconsciously passing on this fear to our children when we say things like […]
Ok parents – we all know the story. After a long day at school and at work, you open up the school bag and your heart sinks when you see loads of homework! (Teachers – whyyyyyy??? ). Well here are 3 easy tips to make the whole process fun or at least more bearable for you […]
So you might be wondering – what are fidget toys anyway? Do they serve any purpose? Are they even useful? It is important to understand what fidgeting is in the first place. Fidgeting are those small movements people make (especially of the hands and feet) when they are restless, excited, nervous etc. It is perfectly […]
First of all let’s establish what a meltdown is (in relation to autism). A meltdown is where the person with autism while trying to cope with overwhelming feelings, caused by circumstances, totally loses control. It can present in different ways – shouting, tears, stimming (repetitive body movements like flapping etc) covering ears and so on. […]
It is natural for parents to want their children to focus. It can be very worrying when it seems your little one is easily distracted or finds it difficult to settle down for long. Trust us – you are not alone. Here are our top 3 tips to help your child focus/concentrate. But first of […]
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Whoop Whoop! And you know what that means? FUN FUN FUN with extra toppings of super fun and learning! RSQ is all about free downloadable materials for little ones to enjoy. So let’s not waste any time shall we? So click download on the links below and let the fun begin! – There’s something […]
The holidays are here! Looking for fun activities? Here are 10 ideas for days out in Lagos to help build up some cool memories with your kids. FUN FACTORY https://www.thefunfactory.ng/ Rope climbing, swimming, inflatable playground, bouncing castle, soccer pitch, basket ball court etc. Address: 10 Lai Yusuf Crescent, Admiralty way, Lekki Phase 1.Opening hours: Everyday […]
First things first Rhimamory – what exactly are open ended toys? Very simply they are toys that can be used in many ways as opposed to those toys/games that have a very specific use – electronic games or gadgets for instance. These are perfectly fine too especially when you are trying to develope your child’s […]
Books are AMAZING! You get to explore new worlds and learn new things – all from the comfort of your seat! That is why it is so important to introduce your little ones to books early and nurture a love of reading in them. Here are a few tips to make reading loads of fun […]
If you have ever wondered what the big deal is with puzzles, we are more than happy to tell you just some of the many reasons you should be loving them as much as we do! 1. Puzzles help your child develop their problem solving skills. You might think they are just moving pieces about but a […]
Happy New Year everyone and welcome to 2021! 2020 was … interesting to say the least. For some it was awesome (owner of Zoom anyone?) but for others devastating. That we made it into 2021 is truly meaningful. Do not worry about achievements, certifications, projections etc – just focus on the fact that YOU MADE […]
It’s that time of year again. Christmas is coming and you know children do NOT play when it comes to opening Christmas presents. But what do you get? You go to your local toy store and this is the sight that greets you! Instant HEADACHE! Where to start? What to get?? Will they like it??? […]
Does teeth brushing time in your house look something like this? You are not alone. It is more common than you think. But look at it from your child’s perspective – it is actually very scary for someone to hold you down and force stuff into your mouth – particularly for toddlers who don’t like […]
It is a difficult choice but the fact remains that at some point you are going to have to take the plunge. Life cannot remain in limbo indefinitely. So physical resumption time at school has come for your child – what do you do? Inspect! First inspect the school to ensure they are doing their […]
Here is a visual schedule to help children understand why, how and when they need to wash their hands. Click on the links to download!
We are so honoured to have played a little part in this wonderful story. When mum told us her story – we said “You must write this down for others to read.” She graciously did so and our hope is that it encourages someone to keep going; to seek help when necessary from the right […]
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Welcome to the Rhimamory Fun Squad – otherwise known as RSQ! Our mission here is to have fun, fun and you know what? Even more FUN with a bit of learning (Ssshhhh – that bit is a secret!). Come here to get lots of fun (and free) activities for us to have the BEST time! […]
So it’s Half term week! Remember the good old days when it was just a Friday and a Monday? Now its a whole week! We know some of you are scratching your heads wondering how best to balance your work commitments with little ones who need attention and activities to keep occupied. Well here are […]
So the holidays are here and you have decided to send your child to a summer school/camp. Great choice but which one to choose? You have so many flyers and Instagram is full of suggestions!!! Arrgghhhh!!! You know we have always got your back. We have put together this handy set of tips to to […]
If you are a working parent or even a stay at home parent, it is very likely that you wonder (or even worry) about the quality of care that your nanny is giving your child in your absence. It is not enough to have your child plonked in front of Telemundo or African Magic for […]
As a lot of schools resume, an important question is “Are you and your child ready?” And no, not the obvious preparations like uniforms, books, fees etc but mentally and academically ready. Christmas term ends with a lot of fuss – exams, rehearsals, concerts, class parties etc so this is a great time to have […]
