Birthday party games are all about having fun, and these birthday party games for 5, 6 and 7 year olds are perfect for your next party.
Birthday party games are hilarious for 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12 year olds, because they really get into the birthday party spirit; provided you choose the right…
Finding suitable party games for teenagers, or tweenagers, can be tricky business, but we have some great teenage birthday party games that even your ‘coolest’ teenagers will enjoy.
To celebrate the Disney Junior fan in your family, we have two Minnie Mouse party packs from Holdson to give away. Each party pack includes a classic snakes…
The classic birthday party games kids love keep being used because they really work! They’re very easy to set up, easy to play, and don’t require a lot of…
When it comes to birthday party games for big groups, some of the best games you can find are classroom games. Made for big groups, classroom games can…
Having your party games outdoors means less mess, and less stress, plus it gives your children a chance to really let off steam. These 17 old fashioned outdoor…
If it is raining or you simply do not have a backyard, then you need some party games you can play indoors without destroying the house. Indoor party…
No preschool birthday party is complete without party games, but finding suitable games for preschoolers and toddlers can be a little tricky. They are still developing the skills required to take turns without…
We’ve all been there—those in-between moments when the lesson ends early, energy levels drop, or your students just need a quick reset. You need something fast, fun, and…
Turning 13 is a huge milestone, so why not celebrate with birthday parties that are just as awesome? Don’t worry, you don’t need to break the bank to…
Your child’s 1st birthday party is not just a celebration of their first year, but one of yours as well. It’s a birthday party to recall milestones and…
Courtesy of the Farmers Santa Parade you could win these wonderful stocking fillers: Simon Optix and Hearing Things The team behind the largest Christmas Parade in the country is…
I know I went a little against the grain with this one. In a time where very structured dessert buffets are at the height of fashion, I mixed…
Oh the minefield of teen birthday parties… You’ll walk a tightrope trying to satisfy your teen they’re doing something ‘seriously cool’, while satisfying yourself that it’s within the realms of possibility, budget…
Combining games night with a family meal is one way to have a lot of fun. You can get dressed up, divide family members into who is responsible…
My girls are quite creative, I guess they take after their mum in that respect. They both love to colour, but my youngest has recently taken a real…
Hosting your childs birthday party at a venue is a great idea for when traditional parties seem a little too young. Here are some great party venues for…
Finding the right venue for your child’s birthday party can be tricky. This guide will help you find the right birthday party venue for your kids.
Create a party with a sports theme for your child’s next birthday. Use these ideas for sports themed party invitations, decorations, food, games and prizes.
Create a great space theme birthday party with these space themed party invitations, decorations, food, games, costumes and prizes. Boys (and girls) of all ages will enjoy getting…
Give your child’s birthday party a secret garden theme using these ideas for garden themed party invitations, decorations, food, games, costumes and prizes.
Create a great pizza theme party for your child’s birthday. Use these ideas for pizza themed party invitations, decorations, food, games and prizes.
A guide to creating a birthday party with a pirate theme. Use these ideas for pirate themed party invitations, decorations, food, games, costumes and prizes.
There are lots of ways to give your child’s birthday party a New Zealand twist and it is a nice way to introduce Kiwiana to guests who are…
Create a great magic theme birthday party with these magic ideas for themed party invitations, decorations, food, games, costumes and prizes.
Create a Hawaiian theme birthday party with a luau feel. Ideas for Hawaiian Luau themed party invitations, decorations, food, games, costumes and prizes.
A guide to creating a birthday party with a fear factor theme. This article includes ideas for fear factor themed party invitations, decorations, food, games, costumes and prizes.
It is easy to create a birthday party with a fairy tale theme. Ideas for fairy tale themed party invitations, decorations, food, games, costumes and prizes.
Create a special dinosaur theme birthday party for your child. Ideas for dinosaur themed party invitations, decorations, food, games, costumes and prizes.
A guide to making a circus theme birthday party for your child. Ideas for circus themed party invitations, decorations, food, games, costumes and prizes.
Create a red carpet theme birthday party for your child. Great ideas for red carpet themed party invitations, decorations, food, games, costumes and prizes.
A guide to creating an animal theme birthday party for your child. Ideas for animal themed party invitations, decorations, food, games, costumes and prizes.
This is a complete guide to children’s birthday party themes. Tie your theme into every aspect of the day, for a birthday party your child will never forget.
Relay games are a great way to entertain children at a birthday party. Either choose a couple of relays play with other party games, or create a whole…
There are heaps of birthday party games you can play with a packet of balloons – both traditional party games, and balloon games with a little twist. The…
This party checklist will help you plan & prepare for your kids birthday party with ease. Simply check everything off the list as you go, and come party day…
Party accessories can change your child’s birthday party from a good party to a great one. Party accessories cover a wide range of items; ideas range from invitations to plates (often in…
A child’s 10 year old birthday signals the tween years, and their 10th birthday party is the last chance you will have to celebrate childhood as you know…
A 5th birthday is a real milestone. Not only is your child becoming a school kid, their 5th birthday is probably the first party they will truly remember.…
Hosting a birthday party at a venue is a great idea, and there are plenty of places you can go on a budget. Finding a birthday party venue…
It is nice to have a theme for your child’s birthday party, but themes do not have to involve endless accessories, especially if you are on a budget.…
Birthday party loot bags should not be expensive; there are plenty of great party prizes and loot bag goodies which you can arrange on a budget. Birthday parties…
Gutter board is one of the most underrated games to come out of the 80s. Sure Skip-it was all the rage for a bit, slip-n-slide was cool and…
Another year is almost over… Christmas has been and we’ve all breathed a sigh of relief. And then there’s New Year! I’ve never been a particularly boisterous celebrator…
Coming from a family of five born from the 40s through to the 60s, we all raised our family within easy distance of each other. Now fast forward to…
Ever wonder what to do for your child’s birthday party? Do you feel pressured to keep up with the latest party trend? Maybe your children expect bigger and…
Having an entertainer at your child’s birthday party can make a special day even more memorable. The entertainer can be the main attraction and be present throughout most…
Let’s be honest: getting kids to help around the house can sometimes feel like trying to herd cats. You know they can do it; you’ve seen them organize…
Ever find yourself staring at your kids in disbelief, wondering how they’ve gone from tiny, helpless bundles of joy to full-blown little humans with opinions, preferences, and—dare I…
When we talk about child behaviour, it’s easy to picture a toddler throwing spaghetti on the floor or a teenager rolling their eyes (again!). Just the other day,…
Homeschooling can feel like an uphill battle some days, especially when it comes to keeping your child motivated to complete schoolwork. Imagine the time your little one hid…
There’s 101 things to do in Auckland, but when it comes to visiting with kids some activities are better suited. We discovered 51 epic things to do in…
Are you looking for ways to earn money from the comfort of your own home? Well, you’ve come to the right place! As parents, we understand that making…
We’ve pulled together the top 20 educational websites for kids updated for 2024. These are educational websites full of games, video, content and activities to keep your kids…
As parents we have dreams for our children. We hope they will live happy lives with a sense of purpose. But how do we make sure children learn…
Here at Kiwi Families, we love crafting ideas that are simple enough for little ones to have a go at, but difficult enough to keep older kids engaged.…
Have you been wondering how you can celebrate Matariki the Māori New Year at your place. Here’s 5 fresh ways to celebrate Matariki with your family.
The noughts and crosses game is such a great game for kids, and all ages can play it. It’s one of those games that just never gets old.…
In this edition of our Side Hustle Series Cat Macnaughtan, Next Magazine Her Own Business Award nominee and creator of the massively popular card game Getting Lost Game, teaches…
13 year old Molly Redican recently presented at Facebook Headquarters in Melbourne, and wrote about her experience exclusively for Kiwi Families.
The Kiwi Families team got the opportunity to interview Mister Maker for his upcoming tour. Read on to find out what he’s looking forward to when he gets…
Improv for Kids The Improvisors Circa Theatre, Wellington 7 -18 April (no Sunday performance) $10 per person
Children have fun learning and bonding, which develops a sense of confidence and security. As a kaiako (teacher) of children in home based childcare, I’ve learnt that having…
Outdoor activities are a great way to keep the kids entertained and to help them to burn off energy. This is especially important during the school holidays when…
I constantly hear protests from Mums who say they don’t have time to exercise – that they’re exhausted by the time the kids are in bed and don’t…
Combining exercise with family activities has many benefits, and not just to our waistlines and fitness levels. Active kids eat better, sleep better and think better and so…
All children have moments of aggression. Aggressive behaviour in children is a fairly natural emotional response. But no parent wants that sinking feeling of realising their child has…
I didn’t have a baby shower with either of my pregnancies. It just wasn’t really something that was done back then. But boy things have really changed in…
The New Year is well and truely upon us and the kids have trundled off to the school-yard. Curricular-a-plenty will be firing up, to fill your kid’s brains with who-knows-what.…
Official Kiwi Families Review by Dan Simperingham The set-up: The book revolves around a plot within a plot. Autumn, the daughter of a wealthy fund manager gets the…
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Create a Teddy Bears Picnic for your child’s next birthday party. Use these ideas for teddy themed party invitations, decorations, food, games and prizes.
Fabric painting is such a fun activity for young children, and fabric paint is so cheap and easy to use. Kids of any age can turn ordinary things…
We give some great ideas for themes, invitations, games and gifts to help you plan a baby shower to remember.
Understanding male infertility is crucial for couples facing conception challenges. While it often lacks obvious symptoms, there are potential indicators to be aware of. In this article, we’ll…
It’s been an adventurous couple of months in the Leishman household as we reached the culmination of a number of years of planning to take off on a…