Exciting Escapades: Kids Activities in New Zealand
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.
Read moreThe Importance of Creative Arts for Children and Teens
Teaching children about art is a good idea. It's been proven that early exposure to visual art, music, or drama promotes activity in the brain. Creating art is a fine way for children to make choices and solve problems. Every step involves making a decision: what colour to use, how to make a line, what size something should be. With every choice the object becomes more and more their own.
Read moreCreating a stimulating learning environment for private music lessons
As a private music teacher with a waiting-room area for students, I set out to make it a welcome place where some undirected learning could happen. Have a look at these tips for how you can create a stimulating learning environment for your private music lessons.
Read moreThemed Birthday Party Venues for Kids
Some wildlife parks and zoos offer themed birthday parties where kids can get up close and personal with exotic animals. These venues provide a unique and educational experience that your child and their friends will treasure.
Read moreRugby League for Kids
A great team sport for kids who want to get physical! Rugby League provides many benefits, including the development of coordination, communicatio,n and strategy.
Read moreCycling for Kids
Get your kids into the cycling world, a very versatile sport! <br><br>In New Zealand there are many ways kids can get involved in cycling both competitively and for leisure.
Read more9 STRATEGIES TO BE PREPARED FOR BULLIES
Bullies like isolation. They look to isolate the weak from the pack so if your child stays with their friends and knows the best places to go in groups they lower the chances of being bullied. What if they don’t have a group of friends to hang out with? Work with them to develop friendships. Even one friend can go a long way to preventing bullying.
Read moreKarate 101: An Introduction to Martial Arts for Kiwi Kids
In the digital age, where distractions are aplenty, fostering concentration and focus in kids is more important than ever. Karate demands attentive practice and mindful execution of techniques, aiding in enhancing your child's ability to concentrate in both academic and personal pursuits.
Read more5 Benefits of Self Defence Classes & Lessons for Kids in New Zealand
Self-defence classes and lessons serve as a powerful means of empowering children. Equipping them with practical skills, self-confidence, and resilience allows parents and caregivers to prepare their kids for life's challenges. The benefits of self-defence classes extend well beyond physical techniques, shaping young individuals into confident, resilient, and responsible beings.
Read moreThe Fun of Play Centres for Kids
Fueling Creativity and Imagination With imaginative themes and captivating setups, Play Centres act as a catalyst for sparking creativity and imagination in children.
Read moreAffordable Birthday Party Ideas
Plan some fun party games and activities yourself. Classic games like musical chairs, sack races, or a piñata can keep kids entertained for hours. If you're tech-savvy, create a playlist of your child's favourite songs for a DIY dance party.
Read moreTrack cycling for kids
Introduce your children to track cycling! Looking for healthy and affordable activities for kids? Track cycling could be the perfect option!
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 moreEmpower Your Kids: The Advantages of Children's Self Defence Classes
Yes, children's self defence classes teach kids how to throw punches, but they also teach discipline and focus – skills that spill into all areas of life. The ability to concentrate, set goals, and work diligently to achieve them are invaluable life lessons.
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 moreHow 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.
Read moreBadminton for Kids
Badminton - a growing sport that can be played in the backyard or competitively on the court!<br>Great for fitness and fun and one of the activities for kids that can be enjoyed in the backyard during school holidays and weekends!
Read morePUNISHMENT VS DISCIPLINE – WHICH IS BEST TO DEVELOP GOOD BEHAVIOUR?
When your child makes the same poor behaviour choices again and again it can be very frustrating for you as a parent. However, the better we respond the better the results we can expect. The better we respond and reinforce good behaviour skills, the better the results we will see in our youth’s decision.
Read moreA Parent's Guide to Choosing the Perfect Karate Dojo for Your Child in New Zealand
Communication is the secret sauce. How does the dojo keep you posted about your child's feats? Are they all about teamwork? A dojo that ropes in parents and keeps them in the loop is a dojo that's got its heart in the right place.
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