Duck and duckling
Most kids just love baby animals and ducks and ducklings have to be one of the their favourites. So download this FREE colouring in page and they can learn names of farm animals as well as having fun with colouring.
3 in 1 biscuits
These are lovely vanilla flavoured biscuits with the added attraction of colour and ‘movement’! Great fun for the kids to help with colouring, kneading, rolling and slicing.
Seven Times Ball Game
Here's a game that the kids can play to enhance their ball skills and build hand-eye co-ordination. Oh yeah, and to have some fun!
Turkey meatballs with tomato sauce
These turkey meatballs are served with a delicious herb-y tomato sauce. The best part is that they cook right in the sauce without being browned first.
Laugh and run
Bedtime comes and baby is sleepy but just won't drop off to sleep. Every parent knows that feeling. Send them off lovingly with a sweet lullaby to a familiar tune. Lullabies are a lovely way to get baby ready for bed.
Itsy Bitsy Spider
This age old classic nursery rhyme is great to teach the kids. They will love learning the hand actions and showing them off to everyone. It is also great for the car, a waiting room or just sitting at the kitchen table.
One-pan mini meatloaf dinner
Are you dreaming of one easy dinner with very little washing up? Then this one-pan meatloaf dinner is for you. It has single serve meatloaves with crunchy potato wedges and garlicky green beans on the side.
Winter word find: Hard
So, the cold season has rolled around again and you are looking for something for the kids to do. Well, here it is! Winter word finds are a great FREE printable activity that will not only keep them from puddle jumping, but keep them learning without even knowing it.
Christmas tree toss
Get the party atmosphere started with a fun carnival-type game of Christmas tree toss. The kids will love competing against each other in this fun challenge. All you need is a few empty cans and some old tennis balls and you're set to go!
Crickweb online learning games
Crickweb online learning games offers 15 online games that your child can play, encouraging spelling, reading, learning the alphabet and grammar. Games include Word Cruncher, Word Wheel, Alphabetical Order, Animal Labelling and more.
Cake in a mug
This chocolate cake in a mug is a chocoholic's dream and you can make it in less than 5 minutes - and yes, that does include mixing and cooking time! This cake is dangerous and delicious. Find a scoop of ice-cream to eat with it or just wait in front of your microwave with your spoon ready!
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Choc-cornflake surprises
The big surprise here is that you only need two pantry staples to make these yummy after school or naughty lunch box treat! Melt a Mars Bar and mix with cornflakes to make these chewy, crunchy delights. Perfect party food too
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Pepperoni and mozzarella calzone
These tasty pizza pockets are full of flavour and another way to serve up the kids' favourite meal! Use frozen pastry to save time and serve with extra veggies on the side.
Swinging bucket experiment
Science experiments are not only educational, they're loads of fun as well! Kids will be amazed watching the bucket spinning around in this experiment without the ball falling out!
Playdough tower
Playdough is a great way to improve your child's fine motor skills and build self-confidence. This playdough tower activity is not only a game you can play together, but it teaches children about 3D shapes, colours and building structures.
Sizzling lemony chicken and potatoes
This is one of those great messy, quick dinners that tastes fantastic. Take your day's frustrations out on the chicken, then set to work at the stove for a super-fast sizzling feast!
Clothesline art show
Hold a neighbourhood art show these holidays and get your kids creative as they have fun. The kids can get painting and crafting with their friends, send out invitations and even offer some of the artworks for sale. The possibilities are endless with this fun kids' activities.
Banana and choc chip muffins
Baking with bananas is a great way to use up over-ripe bananas - and to get something delicious to eat too! These banana and choc chip muffins have a wonderful banana flavour and are studded with little pieces of chocolate.
Crunchy munchy honey cakes
These honey-flavoured muffins are a cinch to make and even easier to eat! Topped with cornflakes and icing sugar, they're a sweet treat that's always a hit with the kids.
Puppy cupcakes
These cute little puppy cupcakes are easy to make with kids, and perfect for fundraisers and fetes. They are great if you're fundraising for an animal welfare group.
Creamy orange popsicles
These creamy orange popsicles use orange juice concentrate and healthy yoghurt for a tasty popsicle that your kids will love. Pop them in the freezer and break them out on a hot day.
Simple potato tortilla
This simple potato tortilla is so easy to make and is the perfect light meal. Serve it for brunch or lunch or take it on a picnic to feed your family.
Creamy mushroom meatballs
Meatballs are always a popular choice for families - they're easy to make, budget-friendly and fun to eat. For something new, try this recipe that has the baked meatballs served in a quick mushroom sauce.
Chocolate and sultana biscuits
These cookies will just melt in your mouth it is worth doing the extra step of rolling them in icing sugar you can use dark or milk chocolate.
Super healthy cottage pie
This cottage pie is made super healthy with lean turkey and sweet potato. It is healthy comfort food which means you can have your pie and eat it too.
Apricot muesli bars
Apricot muesli bars are a terrific lunch box option for kids on the go. Full of energy-boosting ingredients, these muesli bars will help your kids get the most out of their day.
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Moroccan chicken tagine
love slow cooker meals - you can prep them before visitors arrive or while the kids are at school and not have to fuss over dinner when the house is full of family or friends.