Decorating your Christmas tree? Try these crafts inspired by Aussie plants and animals, write Caitlyn Forster, Euan Ritchie and Laura Nicole Driessen While we’re busy preparing for Christmas, many Australian native plants and animals are also busy – growing, flowering and raising their young. What better...
Top Tips from craft expert Shannon Wong-Nizic Whether it’s carving pumpkins or making decorations, Halloween is a great opportunity to engage in creative activities that celebrate fun, imagination and family togetherness. “Crafting requires cooperation and shared decision-making. Families can share laughs, stories, and ideas, creating lasting memories...
Halloween is an annual celebration on October 31. It originated with the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, when people would light bonfires and wear costumes to ward off ghosts. In the eighth century, Pope Gregory III designated November 1 as a time to honour all saints;...
Denise Norton can find no explanation for her son’s fascination with weapons. Lying in the summer grass, gazing at the clouds taking shape across the sky, I ask my four-year-old son what he can see. “That one is guns,” he says, pointing at the cloud directly above,...
Why not try organising a sports day for the kids? And you never know. Some of the more unusual sports just might kindle your child's dream of being an Olympian! This year's Olympics in Paris will showcase 32 different sports, including skateboarding, weightlifting, equestrian, surfing, and—making...
Flik Flak has just launched a new collection in collaboration with Faber Castell that is the perfect way to inspire kids in evolving their creative talents (and should get them off their digital obsession!) Each watch is beautifully displayed in limited edition packaging shaped to reflect a suitcase that allows...
Inspired by Australia’s oldest portrait prize, the Archibald Prize, the Young Archie competition invites young artists aged 5 to 18 years to submit a portrait of someone who is special to them and plays an important role in their life. Congratulations to the young artists Winner 5-8...
It's mid-year, and it's time to revisit your personal and professional goals, revise, and renew them, ready for a successful finish to the year. Professional planner Mariane Cresp says, “With the right tools and mindset, you can re-think your goals, refresh your focus and set yourself...
Lisa Poisso canvasses the fun to be found in turning the mess around. Messy art possibilities are endless, and backyards are an ideal setting for this type of activity. ‘Paint-stomping’ is a favourite. Why not make the birthday party mess the main event? Messy parties give kids...
Dress-up games let your child act out different roles, explore ideas, develop imagination, and express emotions in a safe way. From around the age of 3 years, your child might enjoy dress-up games as they can let your child act out different roles, explore ideas about...
