Autumn archery
After an addictive game for kids this autumn? This one will entertain 'em for hours! While some kids love their fruit and veggies, others will happily see them pinned on a tree - a much better use! Autumn archery is fast-paced fun!
Bat the balloon
This is a fun party game that is suitable for kids of all ages and will keep the kids entertained fo hours.
A rainy day activity box
Keeping your kids entertained on a rainy day is a great way to get them to play using their imagination. There are heaps of make-believe activities that will keep your kids entertained for hours that require little more than a few basic essentials.
Playtime with baby activity
Visual stimulation is great to encourage your baby to develop her skills. Discover ;fun and easy activities you can enjoy during playtime together.
Brainy breakfast smoothie recipe
Here's a fabulously fruity smoothie recipe that's full of veggies too! Perfect to give the kids a healthy start to the day, this quick breakfast idea is packed with nutritional goodness that will keep them going til lunchtime!
How To Turn Old Crayons Into Candles
Have fun with your kids turning something old into something new! Try this simple activity that transforms tired old crayons into fancy new candles.
Jaffa cupcakes
This cupcake mixture is so tasty that you might feel tempted to eat it all before it gets into the oven! Don’t cave into temptation though because the cooked results are even better.
How Can I Keep My Child Safe In A Big Bed?
Find how to keep your small child safe in a big bed, including how to avoid the risks and how to transition them comfortably.
Everything you need to know about labour and childbirth
Everything you need to know for all the stages of labour, pain relief, the birth of your baby and more.
Chocolate scones with raspberry cream
Raspberry cream means that there is no need for jam on these light fluffy scones
Toddler toilet training – refusing to poo on the toilet
Toddler toilet training is hard, especially when she wants to only poo in her nappy and not the potty. Keep up the potty training and it wont last. Find more on Kidspot New Zealand
Science experiment: Freezing oil and water
Mixing oil and water is one thing, but freezing oil and water is fascinating. What will happen and why? Kids love science and love answering all the science questions they can. Get them experimenting in the kitchen.
Easter chick pops
Move over chocolate eggs! These delightful little Easter chick marshmallow pops will be a hit with the kids, and theyre simple and budget-friendly to make.
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Salmon, Corn and Dill Risotto
This salmon, corn and dill risotto is full of mellow flavours and is perfect for a cool night when you want a tummy filling dinner in a bowl.
Big kingstons
This is a gluten-free adaptation of an Anzac biscuit recipe. If you are not a gluten-free home, use rolled oats instead
Dole – ballerina
Download this FREE colouring page of the DOLE ballerina - promoting healthy eating and activity.
Musical jars
Play musical jars learning game with your children and help them learn about different musical notes. This is a fun and educational kids activity to teach them about how the different water levels affect the notes. Learning has never been this fun!
Double choc chip muffins
Everybody loves chocolate muffins and even better when they are double chocolate they cook in only 20 minutes and ready for afternoon tea
Mexican layer bake
Fancy Mexican with a twist? Then try this tasty Mexican layer bake recipe. Layers of flatbread with chorizo, tomato, chicken and cheese make this a filling dinner for hungry hoardes. Serve a slice with crisp lettuce and tomato for a complete meal.
Bread and butter pudding
Bread and butter pudding is a classic baked dessert that's perfect on a wintery night. This version uses condensed milk and a french bread stick to give a wonderful creamy yet crunchy texture.
Halloween moon mobile
Kids of all ages will enjoy making this spooky Halloween moon mobile. Get the kids crafting as they cut out wicked witches, plump pumpkins and beastly bats to hang from this Halloween moon mobile.
Slow Cooker Shredded Beef Nachos
This is a great meal to serve to a crowd. Cook the beef in the slow cooker well ahead of time, then put the whole thing together just before your guests arrive. It's perfect for movie or football night, or any occasion where you want maximum taste and minimum fuss.
Dinosaur colouring pages
Dinosaurs have always been a childhood favourite. There are very few kids around that are not fascinated with the concept that dinosaurs lived so long ago and in some ways live on now. Bring them back to life with colour on these printable colouring pages.
Sensory play: Make your own glitter
Mixing craft with cooking has never been more fun with these really cool ideas for kids. This isn't intended to be eaten but ooking up some glitter for kids in the kitchen is certainly going to get you in the good books!
Curried chicken salad
The curry powder adds a lovely flavour to this curried chicken salad. Using leftover BBQ or roast chicken would make this dish even quicker to prepare. A great side dish.
Make a paper bead colour necklace
Paper beads are easy to make and will only cost you pennies, not to mention make a fashionable colour block necklace for any little girl. Why not make a whole bowl of different coloured beads together, then mix and match to add a fun twist to any outfit?
Skeleton relay race
Hosting a gathering of ghoulish guests at your home? Help them burn off some of that Halloween candy with this bare-bones relay race.
Make finger puppets from rubber gloves
Making finger puppets is a great art and craft activity for children of all ages. These finger puppets are made from old rubber gloves and are so easy to make - just watch our video tutorial to show you how.