Throughout New Zealand there are wonderful things to see and do, so wherever you choose to base yourself for your holiday you're going to have plenty of options for your bucket list. To help you choose where you want to go (and what you can do when you get there), we've picked out our classic Kiwi holiday essentials for some of our favourite regions.
Family reunions can be a joyous way to reconnect with your relatives. Whether you make it a regular occurence or just for special occasions, we've got tips to help you organise and enjoy a stress-free and memorable reunion.
The arrival of Richie and Gemma McCaw's first child meant making a few changes to their active lifestyle, especially when heading away on family holidays in New Zealand. We chatted with Richie and Gemma to get their best tips for travelling with kids.
It really is true that you don't have to leave this magnificent country to enjoy the best the world has to offer with amazing activities and scenery right on your doorstep. Come with us as we show you that you can "explore the world" without leaving New Zealand.
Aotearoa New Zealand's location, dramatic and varied landscape, unique native wildlife, and history of human settlement all combine to make the special place we live today. From the amazing geographic features and the spectacular night sky, through to early and modern explorers and current passions, all across the country there are experiences that are designed to share, delight, and educate you and your family about our special place in the world.
Creative kids who love to include dolls in their imaginative play will find hours of fun with Zuru Toys Sparkle Girlz doll range. See what our Junior Toy Analysts thought about these dolls.
Walk in the footsteps of the first fossil researchers to discover the earliest animal life on Earth in this large-format non-fiction picture book. With a lively mix of illustrations, comics and facts it will entrance young readers.
A story about being your truest self and trusting your truest friends, Truly Tyler is fifth in the Emmie and Friends series from author Terri Libenson.
The Last Kids On Earth series is ideal for children 8 years and older, even reluctant readers. Jack Sullivan was an ordinary 13-year-old going to an ordinary school until the zombie apocalypse happened. Now he's a hardened warrior living in a fortified treehouse looking for his lost friends.
Our Junior Toy Analyst, Ruby, was delighted to be able to help her favourites, PAW Patrol's Ryder and the Pups, save the day. A great toy for children who have watched and loved Paw Patrol and even those new to it.
Pull My Finger is a hilarious game that combines two of kids' favourite things - monkeys and farts! It also includes inflating bottoms and pulling the monkey's finger - how much toilet humour can our Junior Toy Reviewers handle?!
Our Junior Toy Analyst Jaxon worked hard testing out toys featuring some of his favourite things. Check out what Jaxon and his mum thought of these great new toys for active and imaginative play.
Our Junior Toy Analyst Ella enjoyed the mystery unboxing, quirky surprises and cuddly plush Puppycorns. There are 7 Puppycorns to collect including Posh the Poodlecorn, Missy the Huskycorn, and even Dotty the Rare Best-in-Show Bulldogcorn in 7 layers of surprise!
Set in the world of Puffin the Architect and her friends, the adventures of the bush Pilot Moose will captivate your little readers - especially fans of flying machines!
Can a list save a life? Xander Maze loves lists, and his grandmother is #1 on his list of People I Love Most in the World. But now that Nanna has stage 4 cancer, can a new list of 100 Remarkable Feats really save her? Find out more about the book and what our Kid Reviewers think of it
Ready to see a real-life alien? Laugh your head off with the super-popular Funny Kid series!Every kid wants to laugh, but Max is the boy who can make it happen.He's also the kid who's keen to spend the most boring school holidays ever coming up with the greatest prank of all time. Max is the funny kid and he's going to prank the world!
Ever wonder why pigeons always act so weird? It’s because they’re out there chasing the bad guys and saving your butts! The seventh book in the Real Pigeons series from author Andrew McDonald contains three hilarious, silly and and engrossing mysteries that readers in the 6 to 9 year age group will love. See what our kid reviewer has to say about it.
The second adventure in the ROARsome DRAGON REALM series for 9+ readers from authors Katie Tsang and Kevin Tsang. An epic quest that will take them to the depths of the Frozen Wasteland and the imperial palaces of Ancient China.
Sugar and Spice is the second book in the new series from Stacy Gregg, author of successful pony adventure series Pony Club Secrets and Pony Club Rivals. The Spellbound Series is ideal as the first chapter books for your young reader.
If your young reader is ready for their first chapter book, Stacy Gregg, author of successful pony adventure series Pony Club Secrets and Pony Club Rivals, has a new series of magical pony adventure books that's just perfect.
Lovers of Derek Landy's internationally bestselling Skulduggery Pleasant series will be delighted to hear he is back with the 14th instalment. Skulduggery, Valkyrie and Omen face their most epic test yet … in a matter of days, the world will change.
Buying your first home takes careful research, planning and budgeting, and in the current environment, nerves of steel! For most people the biggest hurdle is saving for the deposit. We take a look at what the experts say and also tips from our Kidspot whānau on what has worked for them.
The concept of 'good' versus 'bad' debt is a useful way to help make financial decisions. We take a look at different types of debt, their pros and cons and how this can be used to manage your own personal circumstances.
Whether you have big renovation plans that will transform your home, or a small project for just one room, there are ways to keep the costs down.
While managing your finances both for the short and long term can be challenging, it is important to get it right. Having an expert's guidance with your day to day budgeting, as well as setting and meeting medium and long term goals, can be hugely helpful. We take a look at the different types of advice available, how to access them, and what to look for when choosing someone to help you out.
Difficult emotions are not easy to chat about, or even easy to detect which principle emotion is at the core of some resulting behaviour. Books are a great way to get the conversation going and help to support with advice, empathy and understanding.
Imagine making friends with a polar bear …The Last Bear by Hannah Gold is perfect for readers 8+ and is beautifully illustrated throughout by Levi Pinfold.
Looking for a new book series for your older child? Set in a broken, future England, where gunfights and monsters collide, The Outlaws Scarlett and Browne is the exciting first title in a phenomenal fantasy teen series by a bestselling children’s novelist.
New Zealand author and illustrator Sandra Morris' new non-fiction children's book North & South: A Tale of Two Hemispheres marks a beautiful and engaging introduction to the natural world and conservation for young readers, with in-depth facts throughout and a full index and glossary adding interest for older readers.
