Pasta bits with cherry tomatoes and pesto
Ideal for when you need to get dinner on the table in a hurry, this pasta with cherry tomatoes and pesto is super-quick to prepare. Sprinkle with parmesan to serve.
Best baked beans ever
If baked beans from a tin just dont do it for you, then try this recipe - we reckon you'll think they're the best baked beans ever. Serve them up at family brunch or store them in the fridge to reheat for a protein-packed breakfast.
Meatloaf cupcakes
These delicious meatloaf cupcakes are topped with a cheesy mash potato swirl that is packed full of flavour and will have every child digging in!
Granny knew best: 20 old-fashioned cleaning tips that work
Say goodbye to cleaners that require rubber gloves and a gas mask, and say hello to good old-fashioned non-toxic remedies that do the job just as well. You can thank your granny for them.
Make coloured pasta jewellery
Coloured pasta jewellery is a cute kids craft. Once you've tried this simple method for brightly colouring pasta, you'll never look back! Kids will have lots of fun making these colourful pasta accessories, not to mention developing their fine motor skills and learning about colours at the same time.
Jokes for kids: Science
Science is always fun! To make it even more entertaining, give the kids a few of these jokes to experiment with today.
Valentine’s Day unscrambler
Unscrambling words will certainly keep the kids busy and happy for a little while this February 14! This word game is themed for Valentine's Day and helps kids' reading skills and vocabulary. Best of all? It's FUN!
Create an impressive melted crayon artwork
Simple crayons can make beautiful art - and not just by drawing with them! Line up some wax crayons, rainbow-style, blast them with a hairdryer and they'll melt into a colourful artwork that you can hang on the wall.
Best ever pizza sauce
Using a sauce recipe like this one which has big, gutsy flavours negates the need for lots of extra toppings.
Mini burgers
These little mini hamburgers are so much fun and perfect for little hands to hold! They taste even better if add bacon to your burger! These would be perfect for a weekend dinner!
Funny bookmark idea
Make Mum or Dad a funny but practical gift with this funny bookmark idea. It's so easy.
Healthy spinach and feta dip
This spinach and feta dip is tasty and made with delicious fresh spinach, yoghurt and feta cheese. Pack it alongside some crunchy vegetable sticks for a low-fat snack.
Chicken and pumpkin risotto
Risotto is a tasty rice dinner option that adults and small children both love. This risotto recipe is a great way to use up any leftover roast chicken or bought barbecued chicken.
Cute bunny puppet
This cute bunny puppet is made from an old sweater. It requires minimal sewing skills, and if you don't have a sewing machine, it's a small enough project to stitch by hand for older kids. A great handmade present for a newborn, it's also perfect for Easter.
Apple cake
This apple cake is a wonderfully moist cake, quick to make and if there is any leftover, great for lunch boxes or after-school snacks.
Easy costume: Puss in Boots
Book Week costume ideas are all about the accessories and Puss in Boots is all about the ... boots! Every woman has a pair of long black boots in her wardrobe these days, which is why it's so easy to make your kids a Puss in Boots dress up for Book Week.
Chevaps and roasted vegetable salad
Have you discovered chevaps? These skinless sausages - available from supermarkets - are incredibly versatile. Try them grilled with this delicious salad.
Banana cake
Want a banana cake recipe you can whip up quickly with all those ripe bananas going to waste in the fruit bowl? Try this delicious banana cake recipe, which works well for morning tea, afternoon tea and as a lunch box treat.
Make cheeky monkeys
These cute little pom pom and pipe cleaner monkeys are a bit fiddly to make, but if you help your kids to make them they can have fun linking them together like the old barrel of monkeys game.
Mini ham and zucchini quiches
Kids love little quiches, and two or three of these will make the perfect lunch box filler. Cook them the night before and pack with some carrot sticks and cherry tomatoes for a wholesome school day meal.
Pulled pork sliders with passionfruit relish
These pulled pork sliders are teamed up with crunchy cabbage, coriander and passionfruit relish. They are a flavour bomb!
Veggie noodles
Dinner for your toddler doesn't get much simpler than this easy recipe using two-minute noodles, frozen veggies and cheese. The best thing is it's cheap, easy and they will love it!
Twist and out! – Outdoor Twister for all
Heres a fun spin on the old game of Twister - its called Twist and out! It takes Twister out of the house and into the yard. Just print the free spinner, spray up the yard and laugh along as the family twists and turns through this classic game.
Clean the bowl game
This is a great outdoors game that you can play with your baby they will love exploring all the objects.
Old MacDonald had a farm video
Nursery rhymes are a fun way to teach your children about music, rhyme and language. Watch this video with all of its actions.
Fudge in a bag
The kids will love making this deliciously simple fudge in a bag. Just pop it all in the bag and let them have their fun. This is perfect as a sweet treat.
Crispy chicken tenders
These crispy chicken tenders will always be a hit with the kids. Serve with homemade wedges or chips and it's like having takeaway at home!
Fools line up
Play the perfect prank with this paper puzzle. It looks simple, but it's harder than it looks. Print a couple of copies and hand them out to your victims. Watch them as they sweat with effort trying to figure it out. You'll have the solution on hand to show them how easy it is.
Make your own eggshell candles
You can transform almost any container into a candle vessel. Eggshells are the perfect vessle for a small votive style candle. Make these for any occasion, but why not try them around easter for a great spin on an Easter present.
Awesome Halloween bag
Get ready for a bumper crop of lolly collection this Halloween with these personal Halloween pillowcase bags! There;s enough room for every lolly and chocky bar on the street with this creative art and craft project. Just make sure there are not any holes in the bottom!