Say say oh playmate
This is a classic clapping tune that brings loads of fun and laughter to kids of all ages. A great game to be played at home or in the car on one of those long trips!
Toddler Busy Bag
Keeping toddlers busy when you go out doesn't have to be a chore. Put together a toddler busy bag and have it ready to go by the door. Half the fun is making up the homemade activities.
Handwriting: The letter t
Handwriting is a skill that improves over time and with practise. Tracing shapes, sounding out letters and writing the alphabet will help children improve their handwriting, reading and language skills.
Churros
Churros is a golden fritter of choux pastry that's deep fried and eaten hot with a little icing sugar over the top. A Spanish favourite, churros do make a delcious dessert, but they are the ultimate treat to have with a mug of hot chocolate or dipped in a little melted chocolate. Yum!
Rosewater cake
This pretty bake is flavoured with rosewater essence that gives it a wonderful floral flavour with every bite. Topped with rosewater icing and decorated with icing roses, it's a garden masterpiece that's lovely as a weekend treat or as a birthday cake for Grandma.
4 budget foods worth cooking from scratch
Most things are easier to buy these days but these 4 staples taste so much better made from scratch and also save new lots of money if homemade and not bought
How to make your own puppet theatre
Despite all the digital games available to children, you'll find that old fashioned imaginative play is still king. Puppets are a fantastic starting point and it doesn't take much to put on your own puppet show, particularly when you make your own puppet theatre first.
14 special but healthy meals to help you celebrate without the stodge
There is a way to enjoy the season to be jolly without resorting to a New Year’s resolution to never eat again. Try these meals that say ‘special celebration’ without saying, ‘I can no longer zip up my pants’.
Valentine’s Day heart printable
The kids will love getting into the Valentine's Day spirit with this free printable. Print off this heart-shaped template for the kids to decorate with a poem and glitter, stickers or markers before giving it to their best pals. Aww!
Char sui fried rice
This authentic fried rice skips the peas and cubed ham goes with more traditional Chinese ingredients such as Char sui pork, which you can find this in your local Chinese barbecue shop.
Online animal puzzles
Do your kids love doing puzzles? These online puzzles provide hours of entertainment for the kids no matter what the age as you can choose the degree of difficulty. And best of all, you no longer need to worry about losing pieces!
Operation maths
There is no doubt mathematical operations can be tricky, but try this simple idea to show kids that learning numbers can be fun and easy! Operation math is a wonderful way to introduce every sign to the kids with cards.
Breakfast pie
These breakfast pies can be made using regular pantry ingredients that are all affordable. You will just need to add some basil and filo pastry.
April Fools’ Day prank: Blue breakfast
April starts with a laugh and a giggle thanks to April Fools' Day! What better way to begin a new month than with some fun practical jokes? This one is a clever prank that will turn the kids' breakfast blue!
10 Tips For Buying School Shoes
Kids spend around 30 hours a week in their school shoes, so it's vital they fit properly. Here's how to buy school shoes that fit.
Pineapple and Carrot Cake
So simple to make, this sweet moist pineapple and carrot cake is sure to become a family favorite.
Father’s Day: Popsicle stick keys and coins box
This simple popsicle stick craft is a great idea for Father's Day. Little kids will get a big sense of achievement from making Dad this box to keep his coins and keys in.
Caramel coconut creamed rice
This caramel coconut creamed rice pudding, is the best comfort food after a hard day. Served with a dollop of ice cream, this gooey and creamy dessert is a heavenly way to reward your taste buds!
Rice cooker chicken and bacon risotto
This delicious rice cooker chicken and bacon risotto is the perfect one pot dish and makes great use of your rice cooker.
Homemade chicken nuggets
This is a great entree or appetiser and prepare in advance and then just bake before serving
Chicken casserole with pom poms
This is a great casserole dish who does not love chicken and gravy and no need to peel the potatoes as instant mash with the poms poms
Chocolate Easter egg cupcakes
Cupcakes are always popular with kids - big and small! These are made with delicious chocolate and topped with a creamy butter icing, a sprinkle of chocolate and a couple of chocolate eggs - just in case you haven't had enough chocolate already!
Turkey sausage rolls with cranberry tomato sauce
These tasty sausage rolls are a combination of turkey and chicken and come with a sweet cranberry and tomato sauce. They are perfect for parties, picnics and even cold in lunch boxes.
Chock-a-block toy box birthday cake
This delicious toy box cake is surrounded with crunchy Kit Kats and will look great on any party table. Best of all you can transform it into a pirate chest with a few golden coins.
Marapets – online fun
This online game is great for kids and adults to take part in. It is a virtual pet site where everyone is allowed to customise their own profile and be individuals.
Make a pop-up paper house (large)
Creating a three dimensional shape from a flat piece of paper is a great way to teach your child about shapes and volume. This paper house template makes it an easy activity for kids: just add crayons, scissors and glue!
Strawberry pops
Kids of all ages LOVE to make these. They are great for birthday parties, sleep overs or picnics.
Make a spooky bat decoration
If you are looking for Halloween ideas and printables to add some spooky Halloween decorations to your house, try making these spooky bats. The FREE printable template makes it easy.
Bells of St Clements muffins
Just like the nursery rhyme, these muffins are filled with yummy orange and lemon flavours. They make a zingy afternoon snack or lunch box treat. They can also be made gluten free.
Kid friendly chefs salad
Sick of hearing 'I hate salad'? Try serving up this kid-friendly 'salad' to your little ones that has fun finger food sticks instead of everything all mixed together.