Inspired by the hit movie Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse, these printable activities are great for engaging kids of all ages – especially the ones who want to live in their Spider-Man suit 24/7.
Print these fun activities inspired by Jumanji: The Next Level.
Little artists will love this quick and easy activity that teaches them how to draw their own Scribble Witch – based on the series by Inky Willis.
Kids who love My Monster and Me by Nadiya Hussain and Ella Bailey will enjoy this cute activity that helps boost the mood of their worry monster.
Keep your tweens and teens occupied with these great movies available on Netflix - perfect for kids aged 12+. Lots of adventure, comedy and heart.
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.
Have fun in the kitchen with slime! Kids can learn how to make slime with this cool kitchen-based science experiment that uses only a few ingredients.
Make the most of your time indoors by creating an epic blanket fort, perfect for a cosy movie night.
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.
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.
Here are 31 shortcuts, tips, tricks, ideas and bits of advice that will take away a little stress and add a lot more carefree to your summer days …
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!
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!
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.
To inspire your little one's play time, we've collaborated with Little Tikes and Planet Fun to ask Kiwi mums and dads to share how their little ones love to play.
Vanuatu is our new family friendly travel destination. Grab your beach shoes and come and find out why.
Do you think there is a lion in the meadow? Award-winning author Margaret Mahy tells a delightful story of truth and imagination. A classic tale for every child, illustrated charmingly by Jenny Williams. The kids can colour in these lion tails and ears and then dress up in them.
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!
Spend a fascinating half-day exploring Quail Island by taking our Quail Island ferry. Originally used as a quarantine station and as a small leprosy colony by the early European settlers, today the focus is on restoring native vegetation and being home to many native birds.
Get out of the house with the kids to do something fun, but stay warm and dry and overall less traumatised by the drama of weather bombs.
If you’ve got an under 5 no doubt you’ve heard of the super hero kids who save the world in their pyjamas; Owlette, Cat Boy and Gecko escapade in the night dealing with the troublesome villains Night Ninja and Romeo the crazy scientist.
So Buzz Lightyear himself, THE Buzz Lightyear, turned up in his box at the end of a 5 year olds bed. I cannot begin to describe the EXCITEMENT that unleashed from his wonder filled soul upon this discovery! My heart burst.
Our toy tester Emma and her family have been trying out Kiwi Scrabble and they're loving it! Great for family game nights. Check out her review.
Two of our Junior Toy Analysts have been testing out toys for little imaginations and their reviews are in! From Barbie to Bakugan Battle Arena, these toys are perfect for imaginative play.
If you’re a parent to a 4+ year old it’s time to get twice as excited, because not only are we going to be basking in nostalgia and perhaps a few tears when Toy Story 4 is released in cinemas, but we're also being introduced to the LEGO Toy Story 4+ playsets!
If sandy beaches, exciting theme parks, superb shopping, and fantastic activities, all wrapped up in copious amounts of sunshine is what you dream of in the ideal holiday, then the Gold Coast is the perfect family-friendly destination.
See our review of Holding Up the Universe by Jennifer Niven, a YA contemporary novel perfect for teens 15+
Looking forward to a break, in a parenting kind of way, to relax, recharge and make happy family memories? Without further ado let us introduce you to the best place to stay on your much anticipated trip to the GC!
No matter if you are an active relaxer, more in to 'flop and drop' holidays, or like to mix it up a bit, Fiji's warm welcome, beautiful beaches, accommodation, and diverse range of experiences means there is something for everyone.
