Healthy fish fingers with guacamole
These delicious fish fingers are baked and not fried and kids DO love those golden crunchy crumbs. Here we serve them with a yummy side of guacamole that is so simple the kids could even make it.
Basketball maths
Shooting hoops is excellent fun but in this game, its the reward! Shoot only when they answer a maths sum correctly, then add points up to see who wins in this action-packed game for small or large numbers of kids.
Have an outdoor bath
Children love playing in pools, splashing around in the water. Turn your play pool into an outdoor bath and your kids will have heaps of fun using their imagination to create watery games while getting clean.
Carrot and cumin soup with chorizo
Nothing beats a creamy vegetable soup on a cool day, and the added spice from the cumin and chorizo makes this carrot soup extra warming. Enjoy with some toasted pita bread for a yummy and easy midweek meal.
Lentil and lemon soup recipe
It's hard to believe that this simple combination of ingredients can result in such a tasty soup. Just a few basic vegetables, lentils, some water and seasoning, and this nutritious, flavoursome soup will make the perfect weekday meal.
Gummy bear ice blocks
These Gummy bear ice blocks are a sweet treat for the little ones in your life. They will enjoy helping you make them and they are so simple.
Milo malteser cake
A scrumptious cake for birthdays or parties, this cake is sure to be a huge hit! The Milo in the cake and icing give it a delicious malt flavour and when decorated with Maltesers it will look, and taste, amazing.
Easy roast chicken
Cooking doesnt get more rewarding or simple than this. All you have to do is turn the oven on as soon as you in from a busy day, rub some garlic butter all over your chook, squeeze over a lemon or two and put it in a hot oven for one hour. Easy!
Easy lamb and ricotta lasagne
This easy lamb and ricotta lasagne recipe is a deviation from the traditional Italian lasagne, but I love its gentle flavours and the lighter ricotta (rather than bechamel sauce).
How to cook quinoa
Quinoa (pronounced KEEN-WAH) is a natural super food that is high in protein and fibre while being low in fat. It is gluten-free and great to use in any dishes in place of rice, burghul or couscous. Quinoa can be found in many varieties but the most common are white (ivory colour) and red quinoa.
Spanish omelette baguettes
Who wouldn't love to open their lunch box to find this delicious deli-style sandwich? Eggs and potatoes combine to create a scrumptious Spanish omelette, perfect to fill a crusty baguette the ultimate portable lunch.
Pork and bean enchiladas
These pork and bean enchiladas are fun Mexican-inspired food the whole family can enjoy! Keep these tasty enchiladas mild for the kids, and spice them up for the grown-ups. Yummy AND versatile!
Jokes for kids: Cats
Cats are the target of many great children's jokes and these cat jokes for kids are no exception. Print these out for the kids and all of their friends can share in the laughter cats bring into the world!
Make a candle experiment
Science experiments are so much fun for kids and so easy to do in your own home. Teach the kids how to make a candle with this cool experiment which explains how the process works. Once its finished, you can then burn your own home made candle!
Cooking games with kids: Clock cake
If telling the time is still a challenge in your house, there's no better time to learn than now. Turn the digital clocks off and get in the kitchen with a great recipe, some cool decorating tips and a lot of fun for the kids!
Foamy toothpaste experiment
Watch the faces of your little scientists as they do this foamy toothpaste experiment. Their eyes will be wide with amazement as the toothpaste-like foam oozes out like elephants toothpaste!
Smoked salmon crepes
These crepes are filled with delicious smoked salmon, sour cream, broccoli, red onion and capers. They are a perfect light lunch to have when you have guests.
Mini taco bites
These mini taco bites can be made in a mini cupcake tin for your next party platter. Just add your favourite taco filling.
Cookie dough truffles
Theres no need to bake cookies for a delicious treat or gift. Just roll the raw dough into balls, freeze them, then dip them in luscious melted chocolate for these decadent cookie dough truffles.
Tornado in a jar experiment
This is an easy science experiment that involves no chemicals and no mess. Even little kids can perform this fun science experiment.
Walking Water Science Experiment
This easy colourful science experiment can be done with simple items you have in your kitchen right now!
Going on a trip – memory game for kids
Test your memory and dream away by adding extra things to the list of items being packed into your suitcase. Let the kids go crazy and giggle at what they feel they need to pack when they head off on holidays.
Traditional shortbread
This traditional shortbread recipe is baked in a disk shape and divided to serve. It makes the perfect Christmas gift or a lovely treat for guests.
Lamb and barley bake
This yummy oven bake uses barley; the unsung hero among grains. It's a low GI food, an excellent source of dietary fibre, has a lovely, chewy texture and a delicious nutty flavour. Combined with tender lamb, this is a tasty family crowd pleaser.
If you’re happy and you know it
This is an oldie but a goodie. Have fun and sing along with your kids as you stomp, clap and hip hip hoo ray!!
Make a homemade marble run
Are your kids into marbles? Making your own homemade marble run out of recycled bits and bobs is perfect to start them thinking about the basics of physics. Check out how complicated (or easy) you can make your fun new marble run. Watch the video tutorial below for inspiration.
Creative toddlers
Getting messy and being allowed to be free in their own adventures can be a pivotal point in a child's learning and understanding. Allowing children to be artistic can develop their senses beyond your expectations.
Quick potato rosti with smoked salmon
Everyone loves a crispy potato cake, and this simple potato rosti would have to be one of the easiest ones to make. Enjoy it with smoked salmon and creme fraiche, or with poached eggs and spinach for a delicious bread-free brunch.
Beef and onion pie
Try this hearty meat and veggie pie for a comforting family dinner that everyone will enjoy. Crisp pastry filled with tender chunks of beef and veggies in a rich gravy only needs some mash and veggies to set it off to perfection.