How-to's

Screen time: how much is okay?

Screen time is part of a normal life of Australian kids. It can fit into a healthy lifestyle if we ensure 2 key things.

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Top Toy Safety Tips

Kids of all ages are naturally curious, so safety is important when choosing toys. Here are 15 tips to help kids to play safely with toys while keeping it fun.

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Reading is radballs! Fun ways to encourage kids

Reading takes us places. It broadens our horizons. Best of all, reading for fun is a key to future success.

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Our favourite Christmas gifts for kids, by age

The best gifts for kids depends on their brain development stage. Here's a guide to each age group - what they're going through and how gifts can help.

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Ten Compliments for Kids

Good words are worth so much and cost so little. Discover what compliments can empower kids.

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Photo Bingo for Kids

Kids will love playing the creative game Photo Bingo. It gets kids moving, thinking and sharing how they see the world. Their adults can play this game too!

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Helping kids with maths

Here are 6 ways for parents to help their kids to learn maths. These are suitable for all skill levels.

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12 ways to nurture creativity in kids

It’s important to give kids valuable skills so they can follow their dreams.

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'Where on Earth?' activity for kids

Explore the world with this fantastic yet simple activity for kids. We've added great play ideas to extend the fun!

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5 essential skills that help kids with school

Kids are faced with vast amounts of information and activities. These 5 skills help kids to filter what is important and to learn effectively.

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25 things for kids to invent before they're 12

We have put together a list of creative activities that are terrific for kids. The activities prompt imagination, thinking and creativity, with a big dose of fun!

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