Thinking about a family holiday in Queenstown but want accommodation that truly welcomes children? Check out this great family-friendly accommodation perfectly located to explore New Zealand’s ultimate family holiday destination.
Get arty with the kids by creating this fun wall flag. For more creative fun, make a series of different flag designs and display them as bunting.
Nicky Pellegrino's latest novel TO ITALY, WITH LOVE is the feel good read you need this summer. Set in a small Italian town and full of love and good food, you won't want to put this down.
Whether you need a good cry or you have someone in your life who loves a good romance, Nicholas Sparks latest novel The Wish combines your favourite tropes in a beautiful story you won’t want to put down.
Set in the snowy northern forests of an imagined prehistoric world, Fireborn is at turns exciting, funny and heart wrenchingly sad. It marks the introduction of an unstoppable new voice in children’s storytelling.
A chilling take on the opioid epidemic by the New York Times bestselling Neal Shusterman and his son Jarrod Shusterman. Suitable for 14 years plus.
The fourth in the modern-classic and bestselling book-wandering series for ages eight to twelve that celebrates all that is best in life: books, adventure, friendship – and cake.
An important part of mindfulness is practising gratitude. We're grateful that mum-of-one, Elisabeth, has shared her tips for encouraging kids to show gratitude.
A powerful illustrated storybook for the tamariki and rangatahi of Aotearoa New Zealand celebrating Māoritanga!
This Lunchtime Hax from Jax Hamilton and Best Foods is fun, healthy and yum! Low on carbs and high on flavour, rice paper rolls are a light and tasty modern take on a sandwich that can be made in the weekend, frozen, then popped into lunchboxes when you need them.
In this clever Lunchtime Hack from Jax Hamilton and Best Foods mayonnaise, you can make guacamole that can be stored in bags in the freezer to save time later when putting sandwiches together. It's a great way to use your ripe avocados before they go to waste too.
Hack, slice & go! This great Lunchtime Hax from Jax Hamilton and Best Foods makes preparing great lunchtime rolls quick, easy and tasty.
Save the Children and Peppa Pig are dedicating October to encouraging mindfulness in children. But what does mindfulness mean for parenting? Save the Children’s Elisabeth Fraser discusses how she and her 4 year old are learning mindfulness, and the benefits it is bringing.
Each story is rich with detail about our Māori tales so you’re introduced to the story, the characters, the language and the deeper meaning behind some of the most familiar of Māori craft, carving, tā moko and culture.
We've given 100 members with kids aged 1 to 10 years old the chance to trial and review Suckies Probiotic Yoghurt Pouches. Read the reviews.
Whip up this warming porridge in no time at all, for a quick nourishing treat any time of day.
Quick and easy banana pikelets with the goodness of Weet-Bix.
Your little monsters will gobble up these snacks, loaded with veges and the goodness of Weet-Bix, in a flash!
The goodness of sweet potato and Weet-Bix, in fun bite-sized nuggets perfect for little hands.
Finding appealing food for kids with allergies can be challenging so when I discovered that Howler Hotdogs have a gluten-free range I was overjoyed – finally something “fun” that my boys can eat without any worries! Find out what we thought!
Lockdown lunches have become a bit same-same now that we’re in week 3 so the opportunity to try something a little bit different came at just the right time. While you usually eat battered hotdogs on a stick at a carnival or somewhere else fun, we decided to bring that magic and excitement into our own home for a change and give Howler Hotdogs a try. Find out what we thought!
Give old pots a new lease on life with funky colour. Then fill them with herbs to add extra zest to your family’s meals!
Bounce to it and prepare to be challenged with this fast action game. Get step by step instructions on how to paint your own Aceball court.
The audacious and captivating Hattie and her best friend Linda navigate the social politics of their first school years in the funny, illustrated chapter book Hattie + Olaf, ideal for young readers.
The Thaumagician's Revenge is the second instalment in the crackingly paced, steampunk thrill ride from award-winning master of the genre, Gareth Ward.
The new children’s book from No. 1 bestselling author David Walliams, illustrated by artistic genius Tony Ross, is a timeless adventure. Tony Ross. On a volcanic island, in the middle of shark-infested waters, stands The Cruel School. The lessons are appalling, the school dinners are revolting and the teachers are terrifying!
Personalise your reusable produce bags using actual produce as stamps! This is a fast and fun project that the kids can help with too.
We've given 100 members the opportunity to trial and review Weet-Bix Little Kids Essentials. Watch the reviews now!
Thinking about where to go for your next family getaway? We asked parents about their favourite NZ holiday destinations. These family-endorsed places range from the well-known to unexpected gems. For some local inspiration, check out these amazing Aotearoa family holiday spots.
A delightful story about Mittens' adventures around NZ's capital city, and all the lives he touches! Just as delightfully illustrated by Phoebe Morris, our kiddies will enjoy this happy tale of the much loved celebrity cat whose walkabout leaves no corner of the CBD unexplored!
