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The best Father's Day presents are the ones that come from the heart. You don't need to spend a lot of money to give dad something beautiful, creative and fun. We love this idea and thanks to our friends at Pixy it's also an inexpensive gift. In case you haven't heard of them, Pixy makes printing your Instagram photos super simple. Just mention @printwithpixy when you post photos using Instagram and Pixy will print and send them to your door. So simple! How to make your Father's Day photo frame 1. Head to your nearest IKEA or $2 dollar shop and buy... Read More

While we generally prefer healthy recipes, we also believe that cooking (and eating) should be fun, so for that reason we LOVE this recipe. You will need: Packet of jelly Gelatine Plastic straws Glass or plastic cup Bowl or jug How to make: Pour jelly crystals into your bowl or... Read More

Have your little ones suffered from a cold or flu this winter? These honey pops are a great, healthy treat that can also help soothe sore little throats. This recipe was courtesy of fountainavenuekitchen.com and we love it! What you need: 1/3 cup honey ¼ teaspoon cinnamon, optional Lollipop sticks (available at craft... Read More

We have all heard that cooking is good for the soul, but did you also know that it’s great for your child’s learning and development? Theresa Ogden from Tiggers Nurseries has provided this fantastic overview of the multiple ways in which it can benefit children. Mathematics Cooking provides wonderful opportunities... Read More

Have you been having fun with your science projects this month? This is one of our FAVES and super easy. Bubble snake Cut the bottom off a small water bottle. Cover it with a square of material and fasten with a rubber band. Pour some dishwashing liquid in a bowl, add... Read More

Children learn through all of their senses; through touch, smell, sound, through what they see and through what they taste. They also learn by experimenting, playing, testing their boundaries (and yours I imagine!) and trying things for themselves. Science, while a topic that kids won't formally explore until school, is... Read More