“One of the most beautiful qualities of true friendship is to understand and be understood”. Every one of us has experienced the feeling of warmth and appreciation when someone reaches out to check in...
It’s a challenge many parents face, and one that divides the dinner table, but getting kids to eat their vegetables can be made stress-free and fun with these few tips!
Blend it up:
One of the biggest...
Today you are bombarded with media reporting on the state of the planet, it’s hard to avoid, and even harder to know how to approach it with our children, here is a quick guide to encouraging environm...
Boooiiing! Bounce a soccerball in a wild game of mass soccer
Have you heard of mass soccer?! The kids love to play it and it is equally as entertaining to watch. This crazy fun game involves 5 or 6 so...
Most people have memories of that one teacher. The teacher who believed you would excel in maths when you were back of the class. The teacher who spun you around when you learned how to spell your nam...
Mental health is being talked about more often and October is Mental Health Month, the perfect chance to start sparking these conversations. In New Zealand, nearly half of our population will meet the...
September is officially read a new book month! Whether you prefer the feeling of flipping pages between your fingers or tapping on a kindle, knowledge is power and reading is the gateway to knowledge.
Your little man or little lady loves the idea of heroes. The idea that there is a big bad and a strong firefighter, policeman, superhero or parent who can save the day. Heroes make us feel protected. ...
Giving isn’t natural – especially for a child. We raise our children to receive gifts and treats just because. It is so easy to learn how to receive a gift. But how do we teach our children how to giv...
Sometimes the most valuable education for kids happens outside of the classroom. There is a lot to be learnt in stepping out of your comfort zone and exploring. Adventures teach valuable life skills a...
Hot Milos with extra marshmallows, staying warm on the couch and sinking into a good novel are some of my favourite things about the season. Unfortunately after three months, these little favourite th...
Motivation is more than printing quotes from Facebook and pasting them all over your house. Motivation is more than cute photos of animals with “You can do it!” written in big block letters. Motivatio...
From a boardroom meeting to a humble school camp, we all love the chance to express our creativity. Luckily for us, Rotorua has a trove of experiences available to help get those creative juices flowi...
