Create a simple lantern to commemorate ANZAC Day. Paper lanterns symbolize the light of service and sacrifice of military personnel. Brightly colored lanterns hanging in honour of ANZAC heroes past and present bring warmth to solemn ceremonies and celebrations. Gather Supplies •Square of lightweight cardstock or tissue paper in red, white, gold and green •Tape…
Get crafty with your kids this holiday season by making DIY Christmas gifts. Homemade gifts show you put thought and care into finding something special just for the recipient. DIY gifts are more personal, affordable and memorable than store-bought presents. Make Candy Gifts Kids can make homemade treats like chocolate truffles, rice krispie treats, candy…
Teaching kids about gardening and where food comes from is so important. Growing cherries tomatoes is a fun, hands-on activity for Brisbane families with children. Here are some tips for getting started with cherry tomato gardening and cultivating budding young gardeners: •Choose a sunny spot. Cherry tomatoes need at least 6 hours of direct sunlight…
STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics) activities are a great way to encourage children’s curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking skills. Here are the top 12 STEAM activities for children under 7: Building Blocks Building blocks are an excellent tool for developing children’s engineering skills. Children can experiment with building structures and learning about balance, stability, and…
Gift cards – Kids always love getting gift cards to their favorite clothing stores, sports stores or electronics stores. Gift cards allow classmates to pick out something they really want. Craft kits – Art supply kits, science kits, friendship bracelet kits or DIY kits for making dream catchers or sock puppets give classmates an chance…
Create an obstacle course backyard to keep kids active and engaged all summer long. Set up obstacle courses with tunnels, crawl spaces, balancing beams, swinging ropes and slippery slopes. Kids will build strength, coordination and teamwork skills navigating exciting obstacle courses. Get Tunnels Tarps, cardboard boxes, PVC or metal pipes, canvas and duct tape…
A backyard fire pit is the perfect solution for creating an inviting outdoor space in Brisbane. Fire pits provide warmth, light, ambiance and an opportunity to enjoy being outside during cooler months. Here are some options for adding a fire pit to your Brisbane yard: •Permanent in-ground fire pit – An in-ground fire pit is…
For a fun family day trip around Brisbane, visit some of the city’s best nurseries and garden centers. These places offer space to explore, opportunities to get outside and discover nature, and lots of activities to keep kids entertained and engaged. •Bunnings Warehouse or homeworld – Bunnings and Homeworld are large warehouse style stores filled…
Easter is always more fun with family and friends, and making sweet treats with kids is a perfect way to celebrate. Mini carrot cakes are a delicious treat that is perfect for Easter baskets and celebrating spring. Here is how you can make bunny shaped mini carrot cakes with the kids: •Gather supplies. You will…
Greta Thunberg is a young climate activist from Sweden who has gained worldwide attention for her passionate speeches and activism. Here are some facts about Greta Thunberg that kids should know: Early Life Greta Thunberg was born on January 3, 2003, in Stockholm, Sweden. She was diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and selective mutism. Climate Strike In…