Lemon and marjoram roast chicken
This lemon and marjoram roast chicken has a zingy marinade that adds a twist to your regular roast chook. Serve it with salad and tortillas and have everyone create their own tasty wraps.
Corn and tuna patties
These corn and tuna patties are a tasty option for dinner or even lunch for the kids. Lightly pan fried you will have these whipped up in no time
Fast beef stroganoff
Make this rich beef stroganoff in minutes thanks to using thinly-sliced fillet steak. Serve with rice or boiled potatoes for a hearty family meal.
Shapes for kids: Heptagon
The heptagon is recognised by its seven sides and seven angles. The heptagon must remain a 2D shape and all sides must be closed for it to qualify as a heptagon. Check out our printable heptagon and polygon chart for a visual understanding.
Make mini bat pinatas
These cute individual pinatas will be a big hit with the kids on Halloween. Just pull their tail and all the lollies will come falling out.
Autumn word find: medium
As parents, we want to find the right activity for our kids - something that will be fun without them knowing it's educational too! Here's a word find that you can print out for FREE! We've made it simple by rating them for you. This one is medium and aimed at 6-8 year olds.
Science experiment: Make rainbow paper
Put a splash of colour back into your imagination and make some rainbow paper. Mix and match some nail varnishes and have a play with the sunlight to see how bright the colours can be.
Your premature baby
Discover more about your premature baby and premature birth in Kidspot New Zealand's comprehensive family health section.
Glow in the dark play box
There's nothing quite like the magic of a glow in the dark atmosphere for kids. It's even better when it's a feature in their very own creative space! Have them creating their own special area to glow.
21 no-mess, fuss-free picnic ideas
Picnics should be an easy and no-fuss way to enjoy a family meal outside. We've got recipes to make that the case!
How to lace shoes: lattice
Learning to tie shoelaces is an important developmental milestone for kids, but what about lacing up your shoes? Did you know there are more than 30 different ways of lacing shoes? Try teaching your kids this fancy lattice style of shoe lacing.
Tomato, fish and potato stew
This fish stew just loves loads of freshly ground black pepper and some chilli flakes, takes no more than 20 minutes to throw together and thanks to the addition of spuds is a complete meal in the one bowl. Result!
Barbie girls – not your typical Barbie site!
Your little girl can create her virtual character, designer her own room and a whole lot more it is safe and ensures that mum and dad know what is happening
Easy chocolate chip muffins
This simple melt and mix muffin recipe is an old favourite in our house. It's great for lunch boxes or after school snacks. The only trouble is you won't be able to keep up the supply.
Make a pencil roll in 10 minutes
This pencil roll is an easy project to introduce kids to supervised sewing. A sewing machine is needed, but this is an ideal beginner project for kids. It's also quick to make and great as a gift if you include a pack of coloured pencils.
8 Great Lunchbox Snack Ideas
Lunchbox snacks need to be healthy, tasty and adhere to school guidelines. Find out how to pack great snacks that will be eaten every time and see our easy tips to make those snacks on a budget.
Fairy costume: make a fairy princess tiara
Make something different for your little fairly princess. This homemade tiara is a unique addition to any girl's princess dress-up accessories. Check out our tiara template for a fairy princess costume.
Halloween graveyard cake
A chocolate cake that looks like a graveyard? Now that is spooky and the kids will love making this with you. Get them icing the "gravestones" and crushing that "dirt".
Packing For Hospital
By around 36 weeks you will want to have your bags all packed ready for the trip to hospital to have your baby! We have a comprehensive list for you to start gathering up the essentials.
Invisible apple muffins
Ideal for lunch boxes, these apple muffins are really yummy. Using grated apple means you get that lovely apple flavour but the kids won't even notice the apple in there!
Healthy roasted chickpeas
The humble chickpea should never be underestimated. These highly nutritious crispy legumes, might just become your new favourite snack. Crunch them on their own or add them to salads. Yum!
Love heart fairy bread
Set little hearts thumping with this dainty love heart fairy bread. Surprise the kids with it for afternoon tea, or let them join in the fun of making it themselves.
String hunt
Start your next birthday party with a bang with this fun string hunt that will keep your guests busy as they follow their little ball of string as it leads them round the house to their very own birthday gift.
Make your own rainbow
Children love to learn and experiment with new things. Try this simple science experiments that is fun to do and will teach your children about refraction of light.
Word find: 3 to 4 letter words – medium
This free print word find is for 5-6 year olds who are just getting a grasp on spelling. Sure, learning words can sometimes be difficult but pop them in a fun word find and you'll have the kids' brains ticking away in no time at all!
Easy rice paper rolls
These easy rice paper rolls are so simple that your kids will be able to roll their own. Fill them with our ingredients or ring the changes according to what you have in your fridge.
Honey joys
You'll remember this recipe fondly from your childhood, and now you can help your children create their own childhood memories. These sweet little morsels are so simple to make - and taste crispy, sticky and delicious. A perfect party food that's simple to serve and is a hit with all ages.
Pokemon fun zone
This great Website features all the Pokemon characters and will have the kids entertained for hours. Online games are great for kids as they teach them keyboard skills whilst having fun at the same time.
Chinese New Year activities: make your own horse mask
This year, 2014, is the year of the Horse on the Chinese calendar. What better way to celebrate a New Year than with a dress-up party. Just download, print out, colour and cut out this horse mask and you're on your way to celebrating Chinese New Year.
Family charades
Turn an old game into something new and exciting for the kids. Grab the paper and the pens and get creative. Have a family fun night, play at a party or just for fun with your siblings. The game of charades never gets old.