Raising guide dog puppies has made my family happier and healthier

This week is National Student Volunteer Week. Children’s author Kate Willson talks about her experience volunteering with Guide...more

School camp and sleepovers: Are you ALL ready?

Sleeping over at a friend’s or relative’s house and going on school camp can be significant rites of passage. more

Learning a second language: Are bilingual kids smarter?

Everyone agrees – the primary years are the best in which to learn a second language. But is it so important for our children to...more

We should be talking about those birds and bees in kindergarten

Want to know when you should be talking to your kids about sex? Well, it’s WAY earlier than you may think. more

My proudest moment as a mum wasn’t the one I was expecting

Here I was thinking she wanted to win something, but all my daughter wanted was to help other kids. more

How to help kids chase their dreams (when they're doing it tough)

In a country like ours, it is difficult to comprehend how a family’s financial circumstances can determine a child’s future....more

Tiffani Wood: How to share music with your kids

Tiffani Wood is a firm believer in the power of music and supports the notion that learning about music from a young age can teach...more

How to keep up with the kids' activities

With today’s kids so busy (not to mention mums and dads) it can be hard to keep up with who should be where and when. Nicole...more

Why kids should learn to play the piano

When I was a little boy, I asked Father Christmas for a spaceship. He brought me a piano. After getting over the initial shock,...more

Go team! Why your child needs to play sport

Signing your child up for a team sport will do a lot more than get them moving – it can arm them with some valuable skills they’ll...more

Gym know-how – pick the best kids gymnastics class

If you think you’ve got a mini gymnast on your hands, why not look into gymnastics as an extra-curricular activity? Not just great...more

The right sport for your child

Sports can do more for your child than just increase their physical fitness. They’re also great for building teamwork, confidence...more