Learn & Play for Kids

Find lots of fun activities and interesting facts, all about the beach and ocean. Learn with minions, read along with Annie and make some cool ocean crafts.

Beach safety for kids

Learn how you can stay safe while at the beach and have fun learning with our Surf Club Nippers, ABC ME's Nippers and Kangaroo Beach.

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Read a story about Annie.

Learn about Annie's adventures or watch as Louise Lambeth, the book's author, reads the story about Annie to you.

Lets go meet Annie!
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Get creative & crafty!

Come and get creative with us as we explore the oceans and beaches through some cool and interesting crafts.

Get Creative!
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Explore a rock pool.

Come and learn about rock pools and how you can explore one the next time you're at the beach.

Come and explore a rock pool with us
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Have some fun with the minions!

Come and have fun with Bob and your other minion friends as we learn about beach safety together.

Have some fun with the Minions!
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What else would you like to explore?

Ask a Lifesaver!

Have your questions answered by our lifesavers!
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How to stay safe at the beach

The beach is for everyone to enjoy. Knowing how to stay safe while at the beach will make sure that you and your family have the best day possible.
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Learn about marine creatures

There are lots of amazing marine creatures that live in the ocean and on our beaches. What are the ones you should look out for when you visit the beach?
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What is a surf lifesaver?

Each summer over 20,000 members of SLSNSW put on the iconic red and yellow uniforms at beaches across the state. So who exactly are these heroes in red and yellow? Let's find out!
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What is a rip current?

Rip currents are one of the biggest dangers at the beach. Knowing what a rip is, how to spot one and how to avoid one is key to staying safe at the beach.
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What is a wave?

Waves can be fun. You can dive under them, jump over them, watch them gently roll to shore or be awed by their power as they crash on the beach. So how are they formed?
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Annie & the Waves

Learn how to stay safe at the beach with our lifesavers Grace, Liam & Louise. They will take your children on a narrated journey with Annie as she goes on holiday to the beach.
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Beach Safety for Kids

Having lots of fun at the beach means making sure that we do the right things to keep safe... what sorts of things you can do to stay safe at the beach?
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Explore a rock pool

Next time you're at the beach, head down to the rock pool and explore all the amazing aquatic and marine life.
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Get Creative!

Here you will find some fun, interesting and educational beach and ocean themed activities for kids. Get creative as you learn about staying safe at the beach and protecting our oceans and exploring through sensory play.
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School Holiday Activities Hub

SUMMER HOLIDAYS ARE HERE! What sorts of things does your family like to do at the beach? Learn and play as you check out the family resources you can share with your children during the holidays. All resources are FREE and available for you to access on-line or to download.
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Learn & Play for Kids

Find lots of fun activities and interesting facts, all about the beach and ocean. Learn with minions, read along with Annie and make some cool ocean crafts.
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Beach & Ocean Safety

Be prepared before you head to the beach and learn our useful tips to keep you, your family, your friends and your loved ones safe when you visit our beautiful coast!
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