Everyday chocolate cake
Need a chocolate cake recipe that's perfect for everyday? This is it! Not too rich or dense and not too sweet, this chocolate cake is just right for lunch boxes as well as morning tea or afternoon snacks.
My child has a food allergy
To confirm a food allergy or intolerance, you need to consult a specialist who will do a series of tests - skin and blood
8 to 12 months baby communication
What communication milestones should you be looking out for around eight to 12 months? Find out more here.
12 divinely decadent Valentine’s desserts
As the saying goes, the way to a person’s heart is via their bellies, so serve up some of these decadent, delicious and divine desserts and you’ll be in like Flynn!
3D shapes for kids: Cuboid
3D shapes for kids are not always easy to teach. They can be difficult to draw and often have funny names. What makes a 3D shape? Let's look at the cuboid.
Crispy Mars Bar balls
These cute little truffles are a perfect activity for kids and they will have fun making these to eat or give as gifts.
Paper plate pirate
Paper plates are a great starting point for some fun kids' craft activities. How many things can you make? Start with this easy pirate face and go from there.
Easy costume: butterfly mask
Making masks is a wonderful way for children to get creative with art and then engage in some play with their new craft. Download the free printable below to make a pretty butterfly mask. Just add imagination.
Hand and foot print butterfly poster
Give mum hand prints that she can't wipe away! With a little bit of cutting and pasting, you can create the coolest cards that won't be wiped off the wall any time soon. We have made it easy for you to create with this step-by-step guide.
Occupation colouring pages: Pilot
Every kid has a dream to be one thing or another when they grow up. Doctors, vets, police officers or hairdressers, there is a longing to be something. Print off all of these and more with our occupation colouring page series. Print the pilot for your little plane lover.
Baby sushi
Sushi is loved by children and adults alike - and this baby sushi is just perfect for little hands to hold. Roll fresh sticks of your kids' favourite vegetables inside the nori sheets and you have an easy and healthy dinner or party food idea
Apple and rhubarb crumble
This comforting dessert is fruity and filling with its buttery oat topping. Use tinned fruit if you don't have fresh and serve with ice cream or cream for extra yum.
Stages of puberty in girls
Puberty causes many changes to a girl's body including breast development, growth of pubic hair and menstruation. Learn more about the signs of puberty.
Glow in the dark pipe cleaner bead maze
Maths begins with basic counting skills and why not do it the fun way? This glow in the dark bead maze offers kids the opportunity to create their very own counting device that is not only practical and educational but so much fun!
Peg angels
Christmas craft ideas are easy with these Christmas art and craft projects including Christmas card crafts. Peg angels. Find more on Kidspot New Zealand.
Chinese chicken and almonds
The tender chicken and crunchy almonds in this delicious stir-fry will make it a hit with the whole family, and its simple enough to whip up any night of the week.
Water war
Summer is a great time to play with water so challenge the kids with this fun kids party game, Water War! Wage war on the heat and play as you keep cool at your next gathering with some fun water games.
Slow cooker lasagne
This slow cooker lasagne has all the traditional ingredients and flavour, plus it's really easy to make. Switch on the slow cooker and come home to a delicious Italian meal. Bellissima!
Make your own stamp
Making your own unique stamps is fun and inexpensive. It's a great way for kids to 'put a stamp' on cards, wrapping paper and artwork. Ask them to create a stamp, but make sure you do the carving!
Lamb and corn couscous
When you're making a roast lamb dinner for the family, you can easily whip up a baby-friendly version with this lamb and corn couscous recipe. Now that's how you feed the WHOLE family with one meal. Easy as!
Turkey pesto roll-ups
An easy snack and a great way to use up left over turkey.
Make your own glitter paint
Sparkly paint is so much more fun and pretty than ordinary paint! Make your own with this homemade glitter paint recipe.
Fireworks in a jar science experiment
This simple fun science experiment can be done with items from your pantry!
Traffic sign colouring pages for kids: Children’s crossing sign
Next time you're out for a walk with the kids, teach them about what the different road signs mean and why they're there. This activity will remind children that the signs they see everywhere around them have meaning. Get kids to colour in these free printables.
Best ever chocolate brownies
These brownies taste great, are soft and fudgy but are relatively low in fat and calories without losing flavour.
Foods babies should avoid
Baby's first foods can cause allergic reactions. Find out what foods you should not feed your baby and find easy baby food recipes that are safe for baby's first solids.
How to make a cloud in a jar
Kitchen science is a great way to get kids thinking about how things work. Try this easy science experiment for kids and make your own cloud in a jar.
Creamy fish pie
What could be better than a creamy fish pie topped with mashed potato? This recipe is healthy and comforting: cook it tonight and keep everyone in the family happy.
Spicy avocado salsa
If you are looking for a quick and easy salsa to serve with Mexican food or as a dip, this spicy avocado salsa has a kick and is packed full of flavour.