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Road Trip Bingo
For your next road trip, keep the kids occupied with printable car bingo cards.
Meet Ricky Zoom
Meet Ricky Zoom - the , the first-ever all-bike show for preschoolers. These fun, highspeed animated adventures based on friendships, growing up, family and community. On TVNZ 2 from 4 January 2021.
Learn to Code for a Wannabe Game Maker Kid | Toy Review
I usually manage to slip onto the kids Christmas wish list a thing or two that they'll really enjoy because it stimulates their interests but also something they'll benefit from... the Osmo Coding Starter Kit is exactly one of those things!
Bookish Gift Ideas for the Whole Family
If you’re struggling to find the perfect gift this year, why not give the gift of reading? We’ve curated some of our favourite titles of 2020 for kids and adults alike. Check them out!
The Boy With Two Shadows by Margaret Mahy
The Boy With Two Shadows by Margaret Mahy follows a little boy and a naughty shadow. Readers big and small will love this imaginative story. See our review.
Give the Gift of Reading!
Beautiful books make brilliant gifts, and Puffin have great gifting options for all ages. From board books to chapter books, they’ve got all readers covered!
Engaging Books for Little Readers
Getting kids excited about reading isn't always the easiest, but if you're looking for a few books to get little readers started, we've put together a list of some of our favourite books for kids.
Spring Activities To Get The Kids Outside
Now that spring has arrived, get the kids outside for gun and games with these crafts, gardening activities, and games.
Little Hector Meets Mini Maui by Ruth Paul
Little Hector Meets Mini Maui by Ruth Paul is a sweet story that takes children under the sea where they explore the importance of friendship and family. Check out Jaxon's review.
Tips To Get Your Kids Into The Garden
The team at Yates have pulled together some top tips for successfully getting your children out of their bedrooms, off their devices, and outside enjoying the great (or small) outdoors.
Amazing Aotearoa Activity Book | Book Review
From the same author of the incredible picture book Wildlife of Aotearoa, Gavin Bishop, comes The Amazing Aotearoa Activity Book - and it’s awesome! There’s 60+ games, puzzles and activities in a fun, creative and high-quality activity book.
The Great Realisation By Tomos Roberts
The Great Realisation by Tomos Roberts is a celebration of the many things that have brought us together at a time of crisis, from simple acts of kindness, to the creativity within us all.
Setting Up Your First Family Veggie Garden
Growing your own veggies is not only a great way for the family to enjoy the outdoors together, it will also save you money, and encourage the kids to try new foods.
Benefits Of Growing Food You Can Make Into Family Meals
Find out the surprising number of ways growing food for family meal times can benefit all your family.
Gardening Activities For Children Of All Ages
Gardening is one of the most fun and rewarding activities that children can get involved with around the home. Find out how to get them involved, and what activities are best for the different developmental stages.
Homegrown Food Kids Will Actually Eat
Growing edibles for the family can be disappointing if, after all your hard work, they remain uneaten on the plate. Find out the most family friendly edibles to grow and eat.
Seasonal Calendar of Easy To Grow Edibles
If you are setting out on your vege growing journey, it can be hard working out what to plant and when. Here is a guide to which veges to plant each season.
I Am The Universe | Book Review
A delightful illustrated story about our place in the Universe with a billion star rating. From glittering galaxies, to jam packed city streets, from under the sea to the Milky Way this stunning picture book takes you on a tour around the Universe.
The Inkberg Enigma by Jonathan King
Graphic novel lovers will enjoy this mystery adventure perfect for tweens. See what Emma and her mum thought about The Inkberg Enigma.
The World’s Worst Parents by David Walliams
Get ready to meet the world's worst parents. Check out what Emma and her mum thought of David Walliams latest book.
7 Ways To Get Your Vacation Vibe Back
Expedia has created an adventure travel journal that engages families in reviving their Vacation State of Mind. Download the Expedia Explorers Journal now.
Hound the Detective | Book Review
Another gorgeous book from the author who both wrote and illustrated award winning book Puffin the Architect, Kimberly. This time we meet Hound, a brilliant detective who sniffs and solves cases like a k9 Sherlock Holmes.
Abigail and the Restless Raindrop | Book Review
Now Abigail is back, with the next big question and this time she asks how the heck does water get in the clouds?
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!
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.