Fun Stuff

Play is one of the most important ways children learn. From creative activities and messy play to simple experiments and outdoor adventures, these ideas are designed to spark curiosity, encourage exploration and make learning fun. Whether you have five minutes or an afternoon to fill, you'll find plenty of inspiration to enjoy together at home.

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Colour Changing FlowersArticle

Colour Changing Flowers Science Project Do you know that flowers can drink up water and change their own colours into the colour of the water they drink?

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Erupting chalk iceArticle

This activity creates a sense of wonder as your child experiments with icy chalk, creating pictures that fizz when vinegar added.

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Ginormous Bubbles!Article

These amazing, giant bubbles will be a hit for sure! This bubble mixture is easy to make with ingredients you are likely to have in your home already.

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Making a Bug MotelArticle

Lots of children are fascinated by insects and small animals. This is a great activity for developing respect and understanding of the natural world.

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Making an Outdoor HutArticle

Making an Outdoor Hut With your child, try creating an outdoor hut with things found inside your home. Drape an old blanket from a fence, railing or tree branch and set some cushions on the ground, and a cosy nook can start to take shape.

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On your Bike!Article

On your Bike! Learning to ride a bike is part of our Kiwi culture. With your support, your child can learn to ride a bike.

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Sack JumpingArticle

This is a great activity to do with your child and a group of their friends. Having a sack race is a fun, energetic and easy activity to help develop and promote physical skills and fitness.

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