Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.0.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Casa Dei Bambini creative intelligence unfolding ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://casadeibambini.school.nz/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [in a healthy lunchbox](https://casadeibambini.school.nz/2016/04/17/in-a-healthy-lunchbox/) - Welcome to our blog, in a healthy lunchbox. We all want the best for our children, including them eating a well-rounded nutritious diet full of an array of fruit, vegetables, good fats and protein to keep their little tummies full. It sounds easy but some days trying to get a nutritious meal into your pre-schooler is harder than it would - [Discovering Independence](https://casadeibambini.school.nz/2022/09/19/discovering-independence/) - Children love to do things by themselves. Sometimes we find ourselves taking over a task because we can get it done faster, less messily and with more skill, but it is this very act which takes away a child's confidence in themselves. They trust us to teach them, guide them and allow them time to - [Open Day Saturday 17 September 11am -2pm](https://casadeibambini.school.nz/2010/09/07/open-day-saturday-17-september-11am-2pm/) - Everyone welcome to visit us, check out the best foundation learning education and most nurturing preschool in Christchurch! We'd love to meet you! - [Information Evenings: May 17, June 8 & June 27. All Welcome!](https://casadeibambini.school.nz/2011/05/07/information-evenings-may-17-june-8-june-27-all-welcome/) - [Karyn Borella - a parent memoir](https://casadeibambini.school.nz/2010/09/15/karyn-borella-a-parent-memoir/) - casa-dei-bambini-foundation-school-a-parent-memoir - [Emotional Intelligence and Focus: The Hidden Driver of Excellence.](https://casadeibambini.school.nz/2016/04/17/emotional-intelligence-and-focus-the-hidden-driver-of-excellence/) - education liberates Check out this 1 minute video with Daniel Goleman, author of Emotional Intelligence and Focus: The Hidden Driver of Excellence. https://youtu.be/MikBRguJq0g?list=PL10g2YT_ln2gmPbtzIWIPXKsNR2_-BrWn - [Flaxseed Crackers - too easy!](https://casadeibambini.school.nz/2016/08/31/flaxseed-crackers-too-easy/) - 2 cups ground flaxseed 1 cup water 1/2 tsp salt Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place dough onto middle of baking sheet. Put another piece of parchment paper on top. Use a rolling pin to roll out dough to fill the entire baking sheet. Use a - [lunch box awesomeness!](https://casadeibambini.school.nz/2016/08/19/lunch-box-awesomeness/) - Here are a few of the lunch boxes from recent weeks. Fresh, healthy, appetising, delicious....thank you Casa parents! - [Casa dei Bambini School app](https://casadeibambini.school.nz/2017/05/29/casa-dei-bambini-school-app/) - The Casa dei Bambini School app awaits download and it’s easy! Simply go to the App Store on your Apple or Android device, and search SchoolAppsNZ. You will find the Casa dei Bambini App within the SchoolAppsNZ download. Voila! We use this app to share urgent information, give calendar reminders, support topic studies and much - [What are we making Angela?](https://casadeibambini.school.nz/2017/09/18/what-are-we-making-angela/) - [Let's Get Physical](https://casadeibambini.school.nz/2019/11/03/lets-get-physical/) - Having fun, moving and playing are natural elements of any great childhood, something every parent aspires for their children. Sometimes we get so busy in the ordinary flux of life that we simply don't get around to getting out the bikes, walking in the park or checking out the local pool. Being together as a - [Casa Alphabet Frieze](https://casadeibambini.school.nz/2022/08/30/casa-alphabet-frieze/) - Created by our Casa children, checkout our Casa Alphabet Freize - [Montessori Voices](https://casadeibambini.school.nz/2022/09/08/montessori-voices/) - Montessori Voices is provided to all whānau (families) attending Montessori early learning services and schools that are members of Montessori Aotearoa New Zealand. The magazine is also provided to individuals and organisations who are members of Montessori Aotearoa New Zealand and to subscribers in the rest of the world. - [Renee's delicious banana muffin recipe!](https://casadeibambini.school.nz/2016/08/16/renees-delicious-banana-muffin-recipe/) - My children love these banana muffins that I have adapted from a Dr Libby recipe. The best thing about them is there isn’t any added sugar and they are so simple to make. 4 ripe bananas 2 eggs ½ cup of honey (I often use a bit less) ½ cup of coconut oil ¾ teaspoon ## Pages - [home](https://casadeibambini.school.nz/) - Preschool & Kindergarten Education in Christchurch. Our passion is education. Our teaching team responds to the unique interest of your child. Click for more - [contact](https://casadeibambini.school.nz/contact-us/) - We're at 333 River Road, Christchurch, New Zealand. Tel: 03 385 7312 | Email: admin@kith58.sg-host.com - [administration](https://casadeibambini.school.nz/enrolment/administration/) - Our separate administration manages the financial and business aspects of the school. 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