The benefits of research projects for kids are numerous. Research assignments help kids practice thinking and working independently. Topics are easy to set provided you're familiar with things kids love.
Children may already be seeing and hearing things about the Ukraine crisis and experiencing feelings of uncertainty, anxiety and fear, which parents and caregivers will be seeking to address.
Chances are, when your child starts high school they won't be going along with all their peers from primary school. For those going to a completely new school and starting afresh, here are some ways to help them ease the transition and make new friends.
With the Omicron variant of COVID-19 now out and about in the community and the requirement for a lot more mask-wearing, we take a look at the latest advice on masks.
Sports and other out-of-school activities are great for kids to have fun while developing a new passion. Keep those busy kids refuelled whilst on the go with these easy and nutritious snack ideas.
It's back to school and back to packing school lunches. When you're filling the lunch boxes for the kids, don't forget the occasional fun treat too.
We all want to encourage our children to be physically active but starting a new sport for a child can be a bit intimidating. We take a look at all you need to know when introducing your child to a new sport.
Avoid the trial and error of choosing a lunch box and drink bottle with our tried-and-tested helpful tips on what to look out for, plus some of our favourite shopping picks from The Warehouse.
You have chosen the school your child is going to attend, and a starting date, and the countdown is on. There are a number of things you can do to ensure a smooth transition for both of you.
If the technological world is moving along at a pace that you’re struggling to keep up with, the prospect of BYOD can seem daunting, especially when there are a million options to choose from and new technology is added frequently. To help you get your head around BYOD and school technology, here’s a quick guide.
It's coming up to the start of the school year and already things are being planned and scheduled. Find out the best ways to keep on top of all the things the kids have on this year.
A supply of stationery and other items for school life and home schooling is absolutely essential when you have school-age kids!
Making the school year run smoothly for your children, and for yourself, is easy with these quick tips from Kidspot on everything from eating to education.
Kids bored with sandwiches? Here are some of our top ideas to get them excited about their lunchbox.
Being organised for back to school isn't complicated - it just requires a little bit of forward planning and a lot of been-there-done-that know-how!
Keeping kids organised during the school year may sound like a lost cause but it can be done. One of the best tips is to create a "backpack station".
As your children move through the year levels they will start to need their own dedicated study area. Find out what you need to make a dedicated, functional and fun space for them.
We asked what the most common parenting struggles were and put together this guide, focusing on how you can use kids movies to help you develop your child’s character!
Ever wondered how watching different movies can affect your child? We look at how movies can positively and negatively impact children.
It's inevitable that children are going to spend some time on screens - but how do you know if it's too much and how do you manage the amount of time they are spending?
As we spend more time online, the risk of something going wrong increases. Find out how you can be confident that your family are able to use the internet safely, and not be exposed to inappropriate content, online predators, and cyberbullying.
Returning to school after a lockdown due to a global pandemic is a lot different to returning to school after school holidays and you may be surprised by your child's reaction, whether it be emotional or physical.
Give a boost to your child's general immunity to help reduce the number of viruses and illnesses that they may pick up with these tips on how to get the kids fighting fit for back to school.
One wonderful thing to come out of weeks of lockdown is an abundance of fascinating and fun online and at-home learning opportunities for kids.
Knowing that we have to homeschool our kids can be daunting, but don't worry - you've got this! Check out some tips to help you navigate at-home learning.
Whether you have a child who just loves to learn or you’re home-schooling for a period of time, there are a number of great resources available online that can help educate your child in a fun way.
Socialising with other children is a vital part of a child's development. Children need to interact in a social setting and learn skills like sharing. Help make your child's next play date a success with these tips.
Motivate your child to achieve success at school with these tips for parents from psychologist Justin Coulson.
NCEA students are under a lot of pressure and there is so much information to navigate. It’s also a system that is different to when you were at high school. Here are 10 proven ways to help your child thrive within the NCEA years.
Make the most of your investment in a new uniform with our buying tips, plus some of our uniform shopping picks from The Warehouse.
