Creamy vegetable and chicken bake
This is one of those pantry meals that uses ingredients you've already got to make a tasty family meal that you know everyone will eat. And the best bit? Plenty of veggies to tick the nutrition box too!
Cornflake-crumbed chicken schnitzel
You can make several different versions of schnitzel using grated parmesan cheese, regular breadcrumbs, or even crushed up Saladas
How to paint your face for Halloween
Halloween costumes don't need to be fancy. It's all about looking creepy. You can do a lot with some white, red and black face paints. Watch the video below for some inspiration.
Healthy hunger: Hungry caterpillar cooking
The kids are never too young to enjoy a good story and certainly never too young to hear a book read by mum or dad. Why not get the older kids in the kitchen first making their very own hungry caterpillar to nibble on while you read? A healthy snack, a lovely lunch and a good book!
Managing a cow’s milk allergy
Find out how a milk allergy is different to lactose intolerance, and how to treat your child's allergy.
String game: Star
String games are a great way to develop fine motor skills. Once you know a few basic string moves, you can make a wide range of figures. Try making this star by watching this easy how-to video.
Reindeer mask
Christmas craft ideas are easy with these Christmas art and craft projects including this reindeer mask. Find more on Kidspot New Zealand.
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Italian wonderpot
This Italian wonderpot throws pasta, spinach, tomato and herbs all in one pot, simmer it down to a creamy pasta that is packed full of flavour.
3 ingredient fruit cake
This 3 ingredient fruit cake just seems impossible until you get to the end and enjoy a delicious moist fruit cake.
Raspberry rocky road
By changing up a few of the traditional ingredients, this scrumptious no-bake raspberry rocky road becomes the perfect kid-friendly treat. Make it for the school cake stall or wrap it in cellophane to give as a delicious gift.
Microwave choc chip cookies
This microwave choc chip cookie recipe is perfect if you dont have an oven or are too scared to make a whole tray of cookies because you will eat them all. This recipe makes just two cookies. One for you and one for a friend!
Beaded patterns
Maths is not always about numbers. In the younger years, maths can be all about patterns, colours and shapes. Learn the basic beginnings of maths with this fun and interactive activity for kids of all ages.
Hand print Christmas tree
Christmas art is something the kids can be proud of this year and with this cool art and craft activity, they will post it on the wall for all to enjoy. Making a hand print Christmas tree will have the kids painting up a storm.
French raspberry butter cake
This raspberry butter cake is one of the most useful basic recipes I can think of and pretty much bomb-proof. It is based on the traditional French butter cake quarter-quart recipe so the quantities are easy to remember and the method is très simple. Plus, of course, it is delicious!
Microwave chocolate fudge
This gorgeous chocolate fudge only takes seconds to make a quick thing to whip up when you don't have something for the school fair
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Classic layered salad
In a large glass bowl, this layered salad is quite the centrepiece. Let people admire it before serving, because it implodes once you start serving! A lovely combination of creamy dressing and crisp cool vegetables.
Moving self portrait mobiles
Take a picture of yourself and make it move with this crazy craft activity for kids. Kids will enjoy watching themselves move about from the mobile as well as being able to position themselves in any manner they choose. Why not make the family move too?
Make veggie faces
Sometimes you need to get a bit creative to get kids eating vegetables. Turning veggies into a fun craft activity will take the mealtime angst out of a plate full of vegetables. You could also make fruit faces for a fun afternoon snack idea.
Omelette in a bag
Why would you cook omelette in a bag? It's the perfect camping meal and works out very well if you need to make a few different omelettes for a crowd. Choose your ingredients and get the kids to help.
Popsicle stick flowers
Flowers are sure to make mum smile this Mother's Day but what if the kids can't get them? Or, when they do manage to get them the flowers wilt and wither away just in time for mums surprise. We have the solution for your kids right here!
Tongue twisters: Three short sword sheaths
Tongue twisters help develop speech skills in young children as well as older children who need additional help with speech therapy.
Triangle straw mobile
Full of colour or a patterned creation, the choice is yours. Create a wonderful mobile to enjoy with simple supplies and a small amount of time. The more straws, the more fun.
Grow a herb garden
Growing a herb garden is an easy way to teach kids about how plants grow. They will also love being able to pick the leaves that can then be used to add flavour to meals.
Mathematics milestones 5-6
Developmental milestones for school aged children in mathematics help parents learn math, fractions and other skills their kids need.
Roasted tomato pesto
This chunky roasted tomato pesto has the added flavours of oven roasted capsicum, garlic, parmesan and cashews to give you a really special dip or pesto to stir through pasta.
Strawberry mice
Looking for some party food for toddlers? These delicious strawberry mice are a great healthy choice and cute to boot!
The Workers Door hanger
It’s all in a day’s work with The Workers! Day or night, let everyone know what you are up to with this double-sided door hanger. A simple craft activity for kids that can be used every day.
Balloon volleyball
Kids will love playing balloon volleyball as they learn to balance and coordinate the balloon to play. This is a fun team game to play at your next birthday party!