How to Encourage Your Child To Practice Their Musical Instrument
There is only one thing more magical than watching an expert musician who is lost in their own craft; that is, being that musician. Become one with an instrument produces a sense of flow, enjoyment, confidence and pure bliss. A musician can lose themselves to something greater than them alone. Which is why you are doing your child a massive favour if you know how to make practice both fun and rewarding. Here’s how to best get your child to practice, without the tears.
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Take a walk on the wild side by visiting one of New Zealand's fantastic zoos or wildlife sanctuaries. New Zealand is home to unique and fascinating wildlife, including the iconic kiwi bird.
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The sport of kings! Your kids will love this team and contact sport. The development of strategic skills, physical strength, and team spirit are just a few of the benefits rugby union can provide to your kids!
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Thinking about a face painting party for your kids? Try hiring a face painter, or, better yet, try doing it yourself! Check out our tips and information on how to make this great party activity as fun and entertaining as possible.
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Read moreBallroom dancing for kids
Let your kids do more than quick step, and jumpstart their mastery of ballroom dancing! Ballroom dancing for kids can serve as a great family activity that both parents and kids can enjoy!
Read moreBreakdancing for kids
Your kids can find a new and entertaining activity where they can excel, try out breakdancing for kids! There are breakdance moves that kids can do, the simpler variations are safe and not as complicated as their counterparts. Basic versions of moves make breakdancing a fun and somewhat challenging endeavor for toddlers and children alike.
Read moreClarinet For Kids
If your child is keen to learn a musical instrument, try the clarinet!<br><br>A standard fixture in school bands across the country, the clarinet is easy and fun to play and a great way to start your kids on a musical instrument!
Read moreCalisthenics For Kids
If your kids love gymnastics and dancing, try calisthenics!<br><br>A great kids activity designed to improve kids fitness and agility!
Read moreBasketball for Kids
Whether its competitive or just for fun, basketball is a great sport to enjoy with friends and family.
Read morePirate Parties and Activities for Kids
Looking for a fun way to celebrate? A pirate party could be for you!
Read moreTheme Parks for Kids
Theme parks are a great weekend activity for the whole family to enjoy. With adventure, movie, and water themes, you're sure to find a park that everyone will love!
Read moreElevate Your Child's Soccer Game with 10 Essential Drills
Set up a "defensive wall" using cones or other players, requiring your child to practice shooting under pressure. This drill simulates real game scenarios.
Read morePetting Zoos for Kids
Do your children love animals? Then why not take them to a petting zoo? A petting zoo is a collection of domestic and farm animals that kids can feed and stroke. Sometimes they are located at zoos and other times they are mobile, often travelling to locations for parties or to schools, fetes, showgrounds and other events where fun activities for kids are required.
Read more5 WAYS TO MAKE YOUR KID(S) TRY MARTIAL ARTS
One of our many jobs as a parent is to push and challenge our children to experience new and sometimes scary situations so they can grow and develop essential life skills.
Read moreModern Dance for Kids
Do your kids like to dance? If they enjoy movement but find traditional ballet too restrictive, they might enjoy modern dance instead. Sometimes known as contemporary dance, it originated in the early 20th century and has increased in popularity ever since. Modern dance has been performed on stages in New Zealand since 1977 and encompasses a wide range of styles and techniques.
Read moreJudo for Kids
Judo could be perfect for kids who love to wrestle!<br>It will be of interest for parents who are looking for well rounded kids? activities!
Read moreAquatic Centres for Kids
For fun and fitness why not get your kids to your local aquatic centre this summer? Aquatic centres, sometimes known as leisure centres, are common throughout New Zealand and they provide an opportunity for parents and kids to enjoy a vast array of water based activities for kids from swimming lessons to pool parties. Aquatic centres usually feature a swimming pool as their main attraction and are often a venue for sporting activities such as swimming carnivals and water polo.
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