Pass the orange
A fun game the children will enjoy, as they use their co-ordination skills to pass the orange to one another and win the game!
Make your own mud dough
No! This is not actually mud but is a dough you can easily make at home that looks like the stuff you find in the garden! Have fun with your kids making this simple dough they can then use to create all sorts of special arty objects with.
Tongue twisters: Blade
To get the full effect of tongue twisters you should repeat them several times, as quickly as possible, without stumbling or mispronouncing. Good luck!
Months of the year colouring pages for kids: August
These FREE printable colouring pages outline the words of the month as well as a picture relating to its weather, perfect for little ones getting to know each month for its season. Get them to colour our August scene and add their own personal touches.
Beef and carrot soup
As the weather cools, you can't go past a hearty, meaty meal like this beef and carrot soup. Make it on the weekend when you've got some time on your hands, then simply reheat for an easy midweek dinner.
Streaky paper experiment
Science experiments are not only educational, they a;re loads of fun as well! Kids will be amazed when you do this streaky paper experiment and see the end results.
Lamb and lentil soup
Hearty, rich and warming, this lamb and lentil soup is a meal in itself and is perfect on a cold evening. It has a long simmering time, but you will be richly rewarded for your efforts with fall-apart meat and a tasty broth.
Create your own 3D paper eggs
Easter eggs don’t have to be chocolate, you can make these pretty hanging Easter eggs with coloured paper and a stapler.
How to lace shoes: train track
Learning to tie shoelaces is an important developmental milestone for children, but what about lacing shoes? Did you know there are more than 30 different ways to lace your shoes? Try this snazzy train track shoe lacing.
Brownies in a jar
There's nothing quite like a homemade Christmas gift. Our Brownies in a jar make the perfect present for teachers, neighbours and friends. Handwrite the instructions on a little gift tag for the ultimate personal touch.
Exquisite banana cake
Use up old bananas with this moist, spiced banana cake recipe. Save for a teatime treat or slice and freeze ready for the lunch box.
Maths riddle for kids
Riddles are great fun for kids and the more they have to think, the better for you! Grab the pencils and paper and get ready for some serious brain training and calculating as they work out the answer to this maths masterpiece.
Homemade muesli bars
Muesli bars are an easy snack to drop into your kids' lunch boxes but they can be expensive - and full of sugar, fat and who knows what else! Try making these healthy homemade muesli bars instead - your kids won't taste the difference.
Salmon filo pies
Here's a twist on an old-fashioned fish pie. The creamy sauce is rich and flavoursome, marrying beautifully with the salmon. And the crispy filo pastry adds texture and crunch.
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Salmon mornay
Salmon mornay is a popular quick dinner fix for busy families. This recipe uses a couple of tins - red salmon and corn - to make a delicious one-pot dinner. Or you could add mashed potatoes to the recipe and shape the mornay mixture into tasty rissoles.
Make a soft drink can pig
Make a whole barnyard of animals with this fabulously fun and easy kids art and craft project. Soft drink can animals are adorable and eco-friendly as they recycle old aluminium cans into works of art for the whole family to enjoy!
Lamb, barley, feta and lemon salad
This tasty salad is a perfect pick for when lamb is at its best and you're sick of heavy winter food. Packed full of Mediterranean flavour, it'll put a spring in your step!
Zucchini & Eggplant Gratin
This zucchini and eggplant gratin is the perfect vegetarian side dish. You won't need to be a vegetarian to love this dish. You just need to love melted cheese.
Baked eggs with beans
These eggs are baked on a tasty base of beans, chickpeas and tomatoes. Healthy, tasty and so more-ish. Give them a splash of chilli and squeeze of lime and you are good to go!
Baked cinnamon apple porridge
This is the perfect family breakfast for cool mornings. Make it the night before, bake it for half an hour the next morning and you have a healthy, warming and absolutely delicious breakfast or brunch at the ready.
Ants on a log
Cant beat the old fashioned snacks! Your kids will have fun helping prepare these and they taste great
Dragon colouring pages
Pictures of mystical dragons have always sparked young imaginations. Print these dragon colouring pages and create your own magical colouring book that will keep your little ones occupied.
Panko-crumbed chicken schnitzel
This panko-crumbed chicken schnitzel is an extra crunchy version that the whole family will love. You could cut it into small fingers for toddlers or even pack it into lunch boxes.
Make your own parachute toy
This is a great art and craft activity that will have your kids expressing their creativity in no time. The kids will love throwing their parachute toy in the air time and time again.
Tongue twisters: Good cook
To get the full effect of tongue twisters you should repeat them several times, as quickly as possible, without stumbling or mispronouncing. Good luck!
Ham tortilla pinwheels
Tortilla pinwheels are a great sandwich alternative for the school lunch box. Simply stuff the tortilla with the topping of your choice - we've used ham and avocado here - roll and slice. Easy.
Homemade donuts recipe
I've been looking for a donut recipe forever. A tried and tested one; one that would taste authentic. And with this recipe, I have found it!
Asian chicken noodles
These Asian chicken noodles recipe is really quick and delicious with soft flavours that are suitable for the kids. Perfect for a quick mid-week meal.
Peter, Peter pumpkin eater
Nursery rhymes are a fun way to teach your children about music, rhyme and language. Teach your kids the lyrics to your favourite nursery rhymes and they'll remember them forever