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Here is a simple follow-a-long drawing and painting activity that you and your children can do. Once you’ve learnt how to draw the little…
It’s Christmas time, and I’ve been thinking about how to reduce waste this Chrissy. So I decided to make DIY Christmas Gift Bags. I…
Let’s face it. Power bills are typically the biggest ones that New Zealand families face each month. Household energy costs tend to climb highest…
Cardboard tubes are so easy to come by and make a great material for kids to craft with. They can be used to make…
I think I’ve fallen in love with wreath-making! After making this I realised they are really, really easy to make and the materials you…
If there’s one thing we’ve learned last year, it’s that digital devices are key to ensuring learning continues in spite of lockdowns and disruptions.
Spring is in the air and so are cute little spring chickens and lambs! My kids and I really love going for country walks…
Some kids (especially mine) just love dinosaurs, so here is a fun little craft you can make with your kids using recycled cardboard, paint…
My kids really enjoy printmaking so I wanted to share this super-simple activity using cardboard tubes found around the home. Paper towel rolls or…























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