How to make a bath puppet
Turn an old towel into an upcycled bath puppet with this easy sewing craft. Your little bathtime friend will make bathtime that much easier.
How to write poetry: Alphabet poems
This is a great activity for all kids but particularly great as a next step from learning the alphabet. Move along from the repetition of letter learning to having some fun with each letter and create an interesting story as you go.
Honey and tea ice cream
Try this delicious creamy ice cream for a frozen family treat! The warmness of honey and brown sugar complements the ice cream beautifully, and is enhanced by the gentle flavours of tea. Plus, it's so easy to make - just pop the mixture into your ice cream maker and you're pretty much done!
Occupation colouring pages: Chef
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 pages series. See how much they love food with this chef colouring page.
White bean peperonata
This white bean peperonata can be made from simple pantry ingredients and is the perfect meat-free Monday meal.
Sensory play: Coloured sand and flowers
Help your kids explore their world with sensory play. Getting your hands a little dirty never seemed like so much fun. Mix it up a little with this creative and imaginative activity for kids. The coloured sand offers a gritty feeling while the flowers add a soft element to the activity.
Tim Tam brownies
These delicious Tim Tam brownies are stuffed full of New Zealand's favourite biscuit and enveloped in a yummy coating of chocolate brownie. They are so easy to make and perfect to take along and share with friends.
Cheddar star biscuits
These biscuits are versatile they can be served with a glass of wine, or top with marmite for a kids snack or a couple in the lunch box
DIY doctor mask and play set
If your child is into pretend play at the moment, why not introduce them to the doctor play set? You can put together a fun set that costs next to nothing. Why not add their own surgical gauze mask to "play doctor" with? This kit also makes the perfect prop for a doctor dress up.
Origami windmill
With digital games making our kids more and more attuned to 'quick fix' entertainment, origami can be a rewarding way to help them improve their focus and attention to detail. This step by step video shows you how to make an origami windmill.
Marshmallow eggs
This clever recipe uses shop-bought marshmallows so is much easier than you might think. Once the 'eggs' are cool, the kids can get to work decorating them. Lovely as an edible Easter craft.
Blowing bubbles mix
Kids love running around and playing outdoors. They will have lots of fun playing with their bubbles and watching the bubbles fly away.
Christmas songs guessing game
Guessing games are super fun and Christmas gives us another chance to play with our favourite festive tunes. So grab your CD player and your friends and see who can guess the name of the songs in this fun version of charades.
Go on a nature walk
Nature activities are a great way to help your child experience the natural world. Here;s how to explore beyond your backyard with your child.
Easy banana cake
Banana cake is a favourite snack for hungry kids. Not only is it packed with healthy and nutritious bananas, it tastes delicious and is really easy to make. Try this banana cake recipe that is easier to make than most.
Noughts and Crosses Pizzas
Pizza is always a popular choice with kids - and now you can really get this involved in the making of dinner with this cute - and simple - pizza recipe.
Jokes for kids: Elephants
Ever have trouble remembering jokes? Pity you have not got the memory of an elephant, they do not mind poking fun at themselves. Here is 10 great jokes I am sure they have got in their memory bank!
Flakey ice cream biscuit crunch
The delicious dessert combines biscuits, cream, condensed milk and flakes of chocolate for an iced sweet treat that's great at a party or as a special pudding for the weekend.
Ding dong bell
Teach your kids the lyrics to your favourite nursery rhymes and they'll remember them forever.
Babys first apricot chicken
An adult fave made just for baby. This combo of fruit and chicken is made milder with sweet potato and is a great source of vitamins A and C.
Haloumi with chorizo and tomatoes
This haloumi is pan-fried and topped with a combination of spicy chorizo sausage and cherry tomatoes. This is a perfect weekend brunch and a great light meal for supper.
Pat-a-cake, pat-a-cake
Teach your kids the lyrics to your favourite nursery rhymes and they'll remember them forever.
Easy costume: Thing 1 and Thing 2 costumes
If you are stuck for Book Week ideas, this Thing 1 and Thing 2 costume is one of the easiest dress up costumes for kids. You'll be inspired to read The Cat In The Hat by Dr Seuss all over again once you've finished making these no-sew costumes.
Hummus with Toasty Dippers
This simple hummus recipe is perfect for kids and they will love dipping these crunchy bread dippers. These are perfect for lunch boxes.
Sticky window hearts
Make your own sticky window hearts for Valentine's Day using our easy FREE printable and the recipe below. Kids will love creating their own heart stickers - don't scrimp on the glitter!
Slow cooker meatballs
These delicious meatballs are big and juicy and come in their own beautiful tomatoey sauce. They sit perfectly on spaghetti and taste great with a sprinkle of fresh parmesan cheese.
Tex-Mex bean burgers
This is a tasty vegetarian burger pattie which is filled with a great tex mex flavour. Perfect for the BBQ or for a vegetarian hamburger made from borlotti beans.
Backyard balloon volleyball
Get the kids active but without creating chaos during your next party or gathering with a game of balloon volleyball. This twist on an all-time favourite beach volleyball game is fun and easy to play inside or out.
Naming grandparents
Find out how to name grandparents during your pregnancy without family conflict.
Wink murder
Wink murder game is a great party game to get the kids active and break the ice for those who don't know each other well. Add excitement and intrigue to any kids party or holiday gathering with this fun kids activity.