6 Things You HAVE To Do These Winter Holidays
It's school holiday time and it hasn't come soon enough for most of us after a difficult few months. Build some happy memories with these 6 fantastic things to do these holidays.
Kiwi Baby | Book Review
If you're a parent who has introduced a new sibling to your child or you're about to, you'll be aware of the process around this super significant event!
Fun Family Things To Do At Level 2
Now that we are at Alert Level 2 we can get out and about and enjoy what New Zealand has to offer. But not all businesses are open. Check out our guide to our favourite businesses who are open and can't wait to see you and your family.
Why New Caledonia Should Be On Your Family Holiday Bucket List
Introducing: a road trip around New Caledonia! Here’s why it should be on your family holiday bucket list!
The Midnight Adventures of Ruru and Kiwi | Book Review
If you’re familiar with the Edward Lear rhyme The Owl and the Pussycat then this book will be instantly recognisable to you! A delightful Kiwi adaption, if you like, of the famous poem is a Kiwi way to tell a sweet sweet story about creatures in the moonlight.
Catch These Family Favourite Movies At-Home
With Studiocanal you can sit back with your little ones and enjoy a night of adventure, spooks or sparks! Cook up that popcorn and enjoy!
E-books Your Young Reader Can Get Stuck Into
Looking for a new book series to get your young reader stuck into? This month we’re bringing you the best series for junior readers, available as e-books, along with some fun (and printable) activity sheets to go with them!
Fun Recipes To Bake With Your Kids This Easter
Easter is a special time of the year that children just love. Create some special Easter treats in the kitchen with the kids this Easter and make some special memories.
5 Netflix Movies For Your Older Children (12+)
Keep your tweens and teens occupied with these great movies available on Netflix - perfect for kids aged 12+. Lots of adventure, comedy and heart.
5 Netflix Films For Kids Who Love Adventure
Do your little ones love adventure? Sit them down with some popcorn and let their minds run wild with these fun loving, adventurous films on Netflix.
Must read books for all the family in 2020
Looking for a good book to immerse yourself in? Looking for a good book for your children? Check out our top picks for 2020.
Taking the Lead | Book Review
Meet Jacinda Ardern, the Prime Minister of New Zealand, who hopes the things she’s done will help everyone, especially children, to believe that they can do great things too.
How to Give Kids an Awesome Museum Experience
Taking children to visit a museum or gallery can be stressful for parents who want the family activity to be a pleasure. Here's how to make it fun.
Top Tips for Teaching Kids About Food Safety
When you are pregnant it is important to ensure that the food you are eating is safe for you and your developing baby. Find out what foods to avoid and how to ensure the food you are eating is safe.
Must-see family movies of 2020
Family movie lovers are going to be spolit for choice in 2020! Check out what's in store
What 6 Animated TV Bedrooms Would Look Like In Real Life
A team of interior designers bring some of our favourite animated TV character's bedrooms to life. See the results.
Prepare and Collect: Strategies For a Fun City Break with Kids
The idea of a cultural holiday or a city break can seem daunting when you have kids, but with some advance preparation and strategies to keep them engaged, it can be a valuable way to spend time together.
A Kid’s Dream Backyard
Six kids from around the world drew their dream backyards, and designers brought the designs to life! See the results.
Smart Hacks To Keep Your Child Learning Over The Holidays
School’s out, but that doesn’t mean that learning stops once the holidays are here. Try these hacks to get your child to learn valuable skills and help them to become responsible and resourceful as they grow.
Thumbs Up For These Wishlist Toys | Toy Review
T'is the season for Wishlists! My boys were given the job of trialling 3 Vtech and LeapFrog toys. They’ll give a thumbs up if they think these toys are worthy of a place on every kids Wishlist!
Top Toys Your Kids Will Love This Christmas
T'was the 1st of December when all parents remember Christmas wishlists will start to be written. Avoiding real life fairies and live lions, life sized rockets with loud sirens, we have the Top Toys that will still have kids smitten!
These Must Have Toys for Christmas | Toy Review
It's nearly the most wonderful time of the year! The happ...happiest season of all! With Christmas in mind we took our chance to trial the top toys for boys and girls for Christmas this year from Vtech and Leap Frog.
Wildlife of Aotearoa | Book Review
From the author of Aotearoa: The New Zealand Story, Gavin Bishop, comes this new incredible picture book Wildlife of Aotearoa. Spectacularly illustrated and spectacularly full to the brim with exploration of New Zealand and it's awesome wildlife.
Vanuatu – a favourite family friendly holiday destination
Vanuatu is our new family friendly travel destination. Grab your beach shoes and come and find out why.
Rotorua Canopy Tours
Soar through the trees and experience New Zealand’s ancient forest in this unforgettable family adventure. The Original Canopy Tour is the perfect mix of fun and education that will have the kids and even grandma raving!
Hello, New Zealand by Megan McKean | Book Review
In the fourth book in Megan McKean’s Hello…! series, we're heading to New Zealand for a new look-and-find adventure in this fabulous new picture book Hello, New Zealand!
Little Hector and the Big Idea | Book Review
If you’re wanting to raise kids who not only care about the world in which they live but have some kind of kid friendly idea of what’s one problem and what they could do to help, then starting with books like Little Hector and the Big Idea will be the perfect conversation starter!
Top 10 things to pack for your family holiday
The purpose of family holidays is to relax and enjoy new adventures but the change of scenery can also mean leaving behind some of the conveniences of home. We have some tried and true top tips on holiday essentials to help make your holiday filled with joy and not whinging!
Teaching Kids About the Environment
Nurturing an interest in our environment encourages children to seek out more information about environmental factors and to learn about how to protect our one and only home.