Piggy in the middle
This is a great game for the kids to play outside and burn off some extra energy. You can play it with as many people as you like, as long as they can catch the ball and keep it off piggy in the middle.
One-pot beefy macaroni
The beefy macaroni is perfect for when your family is sick of spaghetti bolognaise. It is also a great take-along dish for parties and when you have to feed a crowd.
Baguette with chocolate hazelnut spread
A baguette with chocolate hazelnut spread is a really simple breakfast idea. Get the kids can make it and everyone can enjoy it! Also great for an easy dessert.
Make easy gift wrap on the computer
A lot of the time you will notice that all the birthdays seem to come at once so get the kids making their own gift wrap for their friends or the family with this step by step guide full of hints and tips on making your own gift wrap.
Balloon rocket experiment
Simple science experiments are a fun way to get your child learning about how things work. This rocket balloon science experiment includes an easy how-to video.
Traffic sign colouring pages for kids: Pedestrian crossing sign
Next time you're out for a walk with the kids, teach them about what the different road signs mean and why they're there. This activity will remind children that the signs they see everywhere around them have meaning. Get kids to colour in these free printables.
Halloween JackoLantern cupcakes
Looking for a way to jazz up your Halloween party table this year? Nothing says, Halloween like a JackoLantern. So put some on your cupcakes!
Stuffed peppers
These peppers stuffed with rice, seasonings and feta cheese make for a fun evening meal that the whole family can enjoy.
DRABC essential first aid action
DRABC, what to do in an emergency, first aid information and advice to help with all aspects of first aid, health and wellbeing.
Pumpkin and mozzarella risotto
Roasting the pumpkin first really adds to the flavour of this tasty risotto. The mozzarella melts to make a deliciously cheesy dish that's wonderful when you want something warm and filling.
April Fools’ Day: fake milk spill joke
April Fools' Day is a fun day of pranks and larks. This fake milk spill joke idea for kids will be funny the first time, then maybe not so much. But your kids will love torturing you with it anyway.
Make a Japanese doll bookmark
This easy origami craft will also yield some cute little bookmarks.
20 freeze-ahead meals to get ahead in the kitchen
Freezing meals is just smart mummy behaviour. Maybe you’re going away and want to feed the troops while you’re gone. Perhaps you’re renovating your kitchen and will only have a microwave for the next two weeks.
Cooking games with kids: Learning about primary colours
Colour creations begin before kids even know they're doing it - from the early years with finger painting fun to the accidental overlapping on colouring-in pages as preschoolers. Try out these basic colour creations to learn all about primary colours.
Swedish meatballs with dill potatoes
These Swedish meatballs are served up with dill potatoes and a delicious sour cream sauce. You could make these earlier in the day so theyre ready to cook when your family is hungry.
Quick lamb moussaka
This quick lamb moussaka has all the delicious flavour components of traditional lamb moussaka but will be on the table in less than half the time.
Goat’s cheese and walnut celery bites
Add the nutritious crunch of celery plus the creamy extravagance of goat's cheese to your next party table for a guilt-free hors d'oeuvre that still feels decadent.
Chocolate caramel lamingtons
This twist on the classic lamington uses a condensed milk caramel to sandwich the sponge pieces together before rolling in chocolate icing and coconut.
Chorizo and potato frittata
This Chorizo and potato frittata is a perfect light lunch that can be served hot or cold. A great budget dish that will fill tummies and works well in lunchboxes.
Make an octopus’s garden
If there's one thing we've all learned from Playschool, it's that egg cartons and toilet rolls are the cornerstone of craft activities. Just add an ice cream container and you've got an Octopus's Garden! Sure it's not to scale, but neither is Henry the Octopus.
Bacon and leek macaroni cheese
Jazz up traditional macaroni cheese with the addition of bacon and leek. The bacon adds a lovely salty-sweet taste while the leek gives a mild onion flavour that complements this creamy, cheesy dish perfectly.
One pot sweet potato pasta
This traditional pasta and sweet potato dish is made all in one pot. Pop it on to simmer and enjoy some family time.
Lunchbox pasties
Tired of packing sandwiches in your kids' lunch boxes every day? Try this easy alternative. Lunchbox pasties use ready rolled pastry sheets and have a healthy filling of chopped vegetables with a handful of cheese.
Chocolate pots
An easy dessert recipe that only has four ingredients, tastes rich and delicious and looks impressive to boot! These yummy chocolate pots are just the thing to make when you have dinner guests.
Hands and feet garden artwork
Handprint art is a rite of passage for mums and kids. Big kids and little kids will love getting messy with this handprint and footprint garden artwork project. What other things would you add to the garden scene?
Fairy toadstools
These Fairy toadstools are quick and easy to make - and nutritious as well. What child wouldnt love these gorgeous toadstools at their fairy or woodland themed birthday party?
Birthday biscuits for school
These biscuits have maximum WOW factor for minimum effort. A great special treat to take for school on your birthday
Craft your own spinning top
A creative and easy way to entertain any young child is with a spinning top, but you don't need to buy them. Make your own with this clever craft activity for kids and spin all day!
Easy tortillas
This is a great recipe to get the kids involved in. They'll love mixing the simple dough, then rolling it out to make yummy tortillas hot from the pan ready for making their favourite Mexican. Yum!
3 ingredient chocolate profiteroles
Imagine making rich, decadent chocolate profiteroles without having to pipe pastry or whisk eggs. This cheeky cheat yields an impressive sweet in a fraction of the time.