WIN! A copy of Lost in the Wild – A Dog’s Tale, by Maria Artho
This illustrated children’s book is inspired by a true story and invites young readers on a tense and tender journey through Aotearoa New Zealand’s native bush. Aimed at children aged 3 to 8, the book follows two small family dogs as they become lost, face real forest dangers, while their family searches desperately for them. […]
WIN! 1 of 3 copies of Jessica Urlichs, You’ll Always Be My Baby
A heart-tugging picture book for pre-schoolers, parents and grandparents from Christchurch based author, poet & influencer Jessica Urlichs. Celebrating the deep forever-love of family, this gentle and reassuring rhyming picture book, reminiscent of Guess How Much I Love You and Kissed By The Moon, offers the perfect shared reading experience for parent and child. A […]
Win! A family movie pass to Minions & Monsters
Get ready for total chaos! When the Minions set their sights on Hollywood, things quickly spiral out of control as monsters are unleashed across the globe. With the world in complete mayhem, the Minions must band together to save humanity from the disaster they accidentally created. MINIONS & MONSTERS is in cinemas now. We have […]
Recipe: Mac and Cheese Pie
Here’s one the kids can give you a hand with – a twist on trusty old Mac and Cheese from Wendy Morgan’s new cookbook – Easy as Pie. Feel free to pimp the mac and cheese up with some bacon or vegetables to suit yourself. Use a 26cm round quiche tin 1 quantity Seedy Wholemeal […]
Could your parenting style be making your kids anxious?
Parent educator Mary Willow believes giving our children too many choices, too early, is emotionally overwhelming and can lead to anxiety.
Adversity can follow NZ kids to the classroom. Can schools make a difference?
By their eighth birthday, an estimated nine in ten New Zealand children will have experienced some form of serious adversity.
Why creativity – not early academics – is the key to raising resilient, happy kids
Our education system is favouring the skills AI can replicate and “letting go” of the ones it can’t – like creativity and innovation – according to neuroscience educator Nathan Wallis.
Easter recipe: Healthy Easter Eggs
These healthy Easter eggs are made with slices of fresh fruit, yogurt and some sprinkles for fun. It’s an easy, fun treat to make with the kids, with the recipe from Stacey at My Kids Lick the Bowl. She has high-protein recipes for parents looking to eat better themselves too at Fuller Bowl. Prep Time: […]