Wellbeing

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Happy Easter Holidays

Easter holidays are a wonderful opportunity to slow down, reconnect, and spend meaningful time together as a family. Maintaining connection and creating small, intentional moments together can make a big difference to your child’s wellbeing.

Staying Connected

Connection doesn’t need to be big or expensive...it’s often the simple, consistent moments that matter most. Even 10–15 minutes of uninterrupted time together can help your child feel seen, valued, and secure.

Engaging the 5 Senses: Simple Holiday Ideas

Using the five senses is a powerful way to support regulation, connection, and enjoyment—especially for children who benefit from hands-on experiences.

Sight

Go on a nature walk and look for signs of autumn (leaves, colours, insects)
Create Easter crafts using bright colours and patterns
Build a “treasure hunt” with visual clues around the house or garden

Sound

Listen to music together and have a family dance session
Go on a “sound walk” and notice birds, wind, or city sounds
Read stories aloud and explore different voices for characters

Smell

Bake together (hot cross buns, Easter treats, or simple muffins)
Have a favourite scented candle burning during quite times i.e., watching a movie, craft
Create a calming space with familiar, comforting scents

Taste

Try cooking or preparing food together
Have a “taste test” challenge with different fruits or snacks
Share a picnic and talk about favourite foods

Touch

Sensory play (playdough, slime, sand, water play)
Gardening or digging in soil
Snuggling up for a movie with blankets and pillows

Holidays don’t have to be perfect. Some days will feel smooth, others may be challenging—and that’s okay. What matters most is that your child feels safe, connected, and supported.

Wishing all our Weeden Heights families a safe, happy, and restful Easter break. May it be filled with laughter, connection, and a lot of chocolate! 🍫

Warm regards,

Marika Smith

Student Wellbeing Officer