Is reading to your kids a bedtime ritual in your home? A recent report found some parents stop reading to their children once they can read by themselves. Here’s why it’s important to read to your children – even after they have learned to read.
Kumon empowers students to excel academically and build a strong foundation through individualised Maths and English programmes. With the basics in place, students have the confidence they need for success at school and beyond. Enrol now for a free two-week trial of Kumon English or Mathematics!
Celebrating 30 years in New Zealand in 2025, Kumon is looking for new franchisees to own and operate centres across New Zealand!
Kumon is celebrating 30 years in New Zealand in 2025! During this time they have empowered thousands of Kiwi students to excel academically and build a strong foundation for future success through individualised Maths and English programmes.
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.
Sometimes Term 2 feels as if it's a struggle from one bug to the next. To help avoid spending the winter holidays continuing that battle, now is the perfect time to support your family's immunity so you can enjoy some downtime together.
As kids, we were told to drink lots of milk to ensure that we grew up with strong, healthy bones. What we didn't realise is that there's more to bone health than just calcium.
It seems like from the moment our kids are able to walk and talk, we're trying to get them to sit still and be quiet! Kids are naturally inquisitive and full of imagination, so when they need to focus on schoolwork it can be hard to master the concentration levels needed.
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.
Toddlers are busy developing skills and knowledge and play is a key input into this. There are some toys that have remained popular over the generations - find out why they have endured and how they enhance toddlers learning.
For almost 20 years an animated Kiwi and Cat signalled the end of the evening's television transmission on TVNZ. Now, the beloved characters are back to be introduced to another generation.
Board games are not only lots of fun to play, they also provide lots of learning opportunities for kids. Even better, play them with your kids and they will benefit from quality time too.
Research suggests that almost a fifth of kids stop frequently reading for fun between the ages of eight and nine years old. Discover tips for keeping them reading.
Nanogirl is inspiring kids to engage in science and engineering through explosive and entertaining live shows. Read the review.
Learning to ride a bike can be difficult, painful and sometimes bloody! Learn tips and tricks for helping kids learn how to ride.
Taking part in the arts can help your child develop confidence and self-worth. Try these tips to help you nurture a love of the arts in your child.
Should NZ schools offer a free lunch to all students? Join our discussion.
Wagging, ditching class, skipping school ... whatever the kids these days call it, it's part of a real issue for New Zealand's education system.
A lot of schools have an issue with the chaos of the drop off with reports of aggression, naming & shaming, assaults, and even threats to run others over!
Mother of four kids under four, Zoe from the parenting blog Blessed in Doubles, discusses the four Ps of parenting: planning, preparation, peace and play.
Building a successful parent teacher relationship can really benefit your child. How do you communicate with the teachers in your kids' lives?
Make learning the ABCs a whole lot more fun for rugby mad kids with the new book, A to Z with the AB's.
National Standards has been abolished. So how would you like your child's school to report on their learing?
Exams are stressful enough as it is, without your child feeling unprepared going into them. You can't take the exam for them but you can give them some guidance and tips for preparing for test time.
Here's some simple te reo Māori words and phrases that you can use in your everyday life, and that you can teach your children.
Maths doesn't have to be boring, in fact, maths can be fun for kids. Check out maths games that will improve kids maths skills as they play.
