If you are in Queensland, Sue will be making several trips over the course of the year to facilitate Animal Fun Workshops. These are suitable for anyone who works with young children aged 3-6 years whether that is in an Early Learning Centres, Kindergarten, Primary School or is a paediatric health professional.<\/p>\n
If you would like to express interest in hosting a workshop at your workplace please choose a date and time by clicking HERE<\/a><\/strong>. Sue will get in touch to discuss your plan.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_3,1_3,1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”|auto|30px|auto||” custom_padding=”9px|||||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_button button_url=”\/#contact” button_text=”Contact Us” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_3″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text ul_item_indent=”30px” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ header_2_text_color=”#037b3e” header_3_text_color=”#f15f24″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text ul_item_indent=”30px” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ header_2_text_color=”#037b3e” header_3_text_color=”#f15f24″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”0px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Are you an early childhood educator, teacher, or allied health professional who works with children aged 3-6? Join us for an intimate, hands-on workshop that brings the\u00a0<\/span>Animal Fun<\/b>\u00a0program to life!\u00a0Featured on the\u00a0<\/span>School Readiness Funding\u00a0Menu of Evidence (VIC), and C&K\/Gowrie Catalogues (QLD)<\/b>\u00a0and\u00a0limited to just 15 participants, this small-group format ensures a personalised experience where you can connect directly with our program Director Sue McLaren and leave with practical tools to build young children\u2019s motor skills, social confidence, and readiness for school\u2014all while having a great time yourself.<\/span><\/p>\n We know how important it is to find programs that are both evidence-based and easy to implement. With Animal Fun, you\u2019ll walk away with practical, engaging activities that fit right into your daily routines\u2014and that children absolutely love!<\/span><\/p>\n This half-day workshop is all about making learning fun\u2014for you and the children you work with. Here\u2019s what we\u2019ll cover:<\/span><\/p>\n And don\u2019t worry, we\u2019ve made this workshop as practical as possible. By the end, you\u2019ll feel excited and fully prepared to use Animal Fun with the kids in your care.<\/span><\/p>\n We want you to be comfortable and ready to move! Please wear clothes you can stretch and play in (nothing strenuous, we promise!).<\/span><\/p>\n Spaces are limited and previous Master Class workshops have sold out quickly, so gather your team and secure your spot!<\/span><\/p>\n Ticket sales will end 14 days prior to the event.<\/span><\/p>\n This is a unique chance to get a head start on the year, bring fresh ideas, research-backed strategies, and a renewed sense of purpose back to your work with young children..<\/span><\/p>\n Master Class Brisbane – 12 February 2026<\/a><\/p>\n Master Class Melbourne – 16 February 2026, 12 June 2026<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Register Now to Make a Lasting Impact on children’s lives!<\/b><\/p>\n Early Bird pricing is available for the first 5 registrations only.<\/b><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” width=”100%” max_width=”100%” custom_margin=”|auto|40px|auto||” custom_padding=”9px|||||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_gallery gallery_ids=”6526,6525,6523,6522,6518,6514,6512,6511″ gallery_orderby=”rand” posts_number=”8″ show_title_and_caption=”off” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” box_shadow_style_image=”preset3″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_gallery][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text ul_item_indent=”30px” _builder_version=”4.16″ header_2_text_color=”#037b3e” header_3_text_color=”#f15f24″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”0px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n If you are interested in attending either an Online or Face to Face Workshop and to assist with planning for travel could you please indicate your expression of interest. You will then be kept informed of when the next workshop will be scheduled so you don’t miss out on tickets.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/mailchi.mp\/779096cbbd1a\/expression-of-interest” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Expression of Interest” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||50px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_button button_url=”https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/animalfunprogram” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Animal Fun on Facebook” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_4,1_4″ use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_testimonial author=”Ally, Kindergarten Teacher and Early Years Co-ordinator” job_title=”Perth College” quote_icon_color=”#FFFFFF” quote_icon_background_color=”#037b3e” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#037b3e” background_layout=”dark” custom_css_testimonial_author=”margin-top:10px;” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n \u201cAnimal Fun has certainly lived up to its very high expectations! Our Professional Learning experience with Sue was engaging, practical and as fun for the adults as it is for the children. Not only is Animal Fun evidence based, it is easy to use and embed into classroom routines. I would highly recommend Animal Fun to schools looking to support (or extend!) their youngest students perceptual motor skills.”<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_testimonial][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_testimonial author=”Paula” quote_icon_color=”#FFFFFF” quote_icon_background_color=”#037b3e” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#037b3e” background_layout=”dark” custom_css_testimonial_author=”margin-top:10px;” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n “Thanks so much for the wonderful workshop, it was great to be able to do online. I am excited to start using the program more frequently with the students I support.”<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_testimonial][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_testimonial author=”Eleanor” quote_icon_color=”#FFFFFF” quote_icon_background_color=”#037b3e” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#037b3e” background_layout=”dark” custom_css_testimonial_author=”margin-top:10px;” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n “Thank you so much for today’s online workshop. I thought your presentation went really well using Webex. The material presented was very valuable to incorporate into a Kindergarten classroom.”<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_testimonial][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text ul_item_indent=”30px” _builder_version=”4.16″ header_2_text_color=”#037b3e” header_3_text_color=”#f15f24″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n If you have any questions about the content of the workshops or would just like to have a chat about developing some training which meets your individual needs, p<\/span>lease do not hesitate to get in touch.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”9px|||||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_button button_url=”\/#contact” button_text=”Contact Us” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||30px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Events & WorkshopsProfessional Development The passion behind the Animal Fun Program is all about helping children to achieve their potential. Our research confirms that giving young children the opportunities to practice and refine their motor skills in a fun and non-competitive way really sets them up for having lots of positive experiences around physical activity […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"\r\n The passion behind the Animal Fun Program is all about helping children to achieve their potential. Our research confirms that giving young children the opportunities to practice and refine their motor skills in a fun and non-competitive way really sets them up for having lots of positive experiences around physical activity and gives them the self-confidence to achieve their goals.<\/p>\r\n\r\n We share our story via our website, social media and in person with presentations at national and international conferences and by holding professional development workshops.<\/p>\r\n\r\n Face to Face and Online Workshops are organised periodically -so if you are interested in attending and to assist with planning for travel could you please indicate your expression of interest. You will be then be kept informed of when the next workshop will be scheduled so you don't miss out on tickets.<\/p>\r\n\r\n If you have any questions about the content of the workshops or would just like to have a chat about developing some training which meets your individual needs please do not hesitate to get in touch by emailing me sue@animalfun.com.au<\/a> or by phone +61 409942182<\/p>\r\n\r\n I am thrilled to announce that I will be back doing Face to Face Workshops in 2021. Please indicate via the Expression of Interest Form above if you are keen to host or participate in a workshop and I will get in touch with you.<\/p>\r\n\r\n Sadly, I have had to cancel the planned Face to Face Workshop in Brisbane due to the new Covid outbreak - but this has been replaced with an Online Workshop - same Date and Time. So wherever you are - you are very welcome to join this event.<\/p>\r\n\r\n Tickets are available through Eventbrite<\/a><\/p>\r\n\r\n We are excited to be on the road again and this time heading to Margaret River in the South West.<\/p>\r\n\r\n To Learn More and\/or Purchase Tickets for the Margaret River Event Please Click HERE<\/a><\/p>\r\n\r\nOnline Workshops<\/h2>\n
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