Parents Corner

Day Trips - Science Works

2011-11-28T02:02:00.000-08:00

Science Works is a great place to take the kids for a day out. If you haven't already been, the centre has plenty of activities for the kids to get involved in and they will be amazed at the illusions like the hologram pictured here. Visit the giant house with an oversized washing machine & pipe. See what happens in our drains, how a toilet works and the process of food ageing. Listen and

Day Trips - 4x4 Enfield State Forest

2011-11-28T01:31:00.000-08:00

Four Wheel Driving is a great way to experience nature at its best and can easily be achieved with a young family. We have two boys, 3 & 1 who absolutely love four wheel driving, or as my son says, "up and down hills". Because the kids will be in the saddle all day, our secret is matchbox cars, snacks, drinks and making the most of the breaks you have along the way. Our latest trip was to

Day Trips - Werribee Open Range Zoo

2011-11-24T01:07:00.000-08:00

Werribee Zoo it a great place for both local & international travellers to visit. Having travelled to many other Zoos all over the world I would have to say that this would be one of my favourite Zoos. The point of difference for this Zoo is the fact that the animals are in very large enlosures and to get close to some of the animals you get to go on a great bus tour around parts of

Find a Competition!

2011-11-23T01:58:00.000-08:00

Would you like to win a $20,000 Holiday + $3000 Spending Money? Of course, enter below: WIN a $20,000 Family Holiday at Kidspot.com.au Click Link to enter

What's On - Docklands

2011-11-23T01:45:00.000-08:00

Sculpture at Docklands SANTA FUN RUN Date: 27th November Time:7am Registration 9am Race Start Option: Go watch hundreds of Santa's run WONDERLAND FUN PARK - CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR Date: 8th to 24th December Fun Pass: 3 hour pass from $25 early bird or $35 What you get: unlimited rides, Santa, gift from Santa, photo with Santa, Flyer: click here Every Sunday Place: Waterfront City Market,

Party Games: Action Races

2011-11-21T18:51:00.000-08:00

Action Races Materials Needed:Action Cards: Sit Ups, Push Ups, Hops, Star Jumps, Jumps NOTE: Write words on 2 sets of cards 6 + Children Set Start and Turn around Points about 10 to 20m apart Get Children to make two lines Two children dash at a time First child picks up Action in there line and races. Child completes 10 x action at Turn around point Child races back and tags next

Party Games: Meatball Dash

2011-11-21T18:25:00.000-08:00

Meatball Dash Materials Needed:Plastic Plates x 2 6 small balls from novelty shop6 + Children Set Start and Finish Points about 10 to 20m apart Get Children to make two lines Two children dash at a time Place 3 balls on top of plate Place plate on top of palm of hand for older children or with two hands for younger children Child walks/runs up to mark, turns around and come back.

What's On - Melbourne Aquarium

2011-11-21T14:16:00.000-08:00

This year the Aquarium is putting on a number of special events for Christmas. Christmas Day Lunch Bookings Essential Date: 25th December Time 12 to 3pm Cost: Adult $109, Kids from $25 Christmas with the Penquins Bookings Essential Dates: 17th & 22nd December Time: 7pm to 10.30pm Cost: $105 Evnt Type: Gourmet BBQ

Day Trips - Bacchus Marsh, Melbourne

2011-11-21T13:48:00.000-08:00

If you are looking for something to do this weekend then why not take the family to Bacchus Marsh, only 45minutes from Melbourne along the Western Freeway. Take the first exit to Bacchus Marsh and travel down the Avenue of Honour. On your left you will come accross Nepture Fruits where the Strawberries are now in season and ready for picking. Another option is picking for

Face Painting - How to make Spider Man

2011-11-20T00:56:00.000-08:00

Most young kids love having their face painted at home. Of course, it is always handy if you are a good artist but if you a like me, your kids will be impressed with their new look. The secret is having a good idea of what you want to draw in the first place. Materials Required for Spiderman: Red, White and Black face paint pens 1. Draw outline around nose and eyes as shown 2. Draw

Santa's List: A good approach to Christmas

2011-11-19T02:15:00.000-08:00

Many children like to sit down and write letters to Santa to tell him what presents they would like for Christmas. Although my children are still too young to write, I get them to tell me what they would like from Santa and we write the list together. I also get them to tell me all the good things that they have done throughout the year and include it on the list, this is a great way of

What's On - Christmas in Melbourne

2011-11-19T01:17:00.000-08:00

It's still only November but Christmas has already started in Melbourne. Today we took Daniel & Benjamin to see SANTA and the MYER WINDOWS. As the city is always busy at this time of year we decided to travel by train to Spenser Street Station. Once there the queues for the windows can be quite long but this year it is definitely worth the wait. Once finished head up to level 6 in MYER.

Cheesy Baked Beans

2011-11-19T01:06:00.000-08:00

This recipe is so simple and goes down a treat with my kids. You can choose to eat them exactly as shown or top with chuckney or tomato sauce if you prefer. This is a great meal to cook with the kids help. 1. Cook crumpets under grill until golden both sides2. Remove from grill and place 1Tbs of Baked Beans on each3. Top with Cheese and return to gill to cook.

What On - Melbourne Zoo Twilight - Celebrating 150 Years

2011-11-17T22:23:00.000-08:00

This summer Melbourne Zoo Twilight begins January 21st to March 17th. It is going to be a great line up this year with; Washington, Lior, Vanessa Amorosi, Gurrumul, Kasey Chambers, Kate Ceberanoto to help celebrate the Zoo's 150th year. Tickets go on sale on December 1st 2001....book here

Travel Ideas - Thailand - Cooking Schools

2011-11-17T22:03:00.000-08:00

Thailand offers many options for learning Thai Cooking, from one day classes to fully certified courses, there is something for everyone. These course a suitable for children if they are old enough to cook at home. During your course you will most likely visit a local market in the morning to buy your supplies. This is a great opporunity to learn about Asian food and experience how the Thai

Family Health: 6 Steps to better health

2011-11-17T12:20:00.000-08:00

1. Eat a Healthy Breakfast Breakfast provides our bodies and brains with energy. Did you know that people who miss breakfast often suffer from concentration problems & tiredness throughout the day. Breakfast helps to kickstarts the metabolism , if you have no fuel the metabolism slows down which result in putting on weight, even if your energy intake (food) is low. 2.

What's On - Christmas Events 2011

2011-11-17T01:31:00.000-08:00

As Christmas gets closer there are many free Christmas Events to enjoy with your little ones. Check out what's on below. Visit the links to find out more details on each event. Merry Christmas! Melbourne Aquarium Christmas Events FRIDAY 2nd December 2011 What: Christmas Festival Launch See: Official Lighting of Christmas Square Where: 44-86 Swanston Street Melbourne, City Square

What's On 19th & 20th November 2011

2011-11-17T00:54:00.000-08:00

November 19&20th - Thomas the Tank Engine at Emerald Lake Bookings Essential - click here. If you are going to see Thomas this weekend, dont forget to stop off at Emerald Puffin Billy Railway Park where the kids can have a play and watch Puffin Billy go past.

My Videos & Moves

2011-11-16T03:02:00.000-08:00

A selection of my favourite home movies and stop motion movies from my toy collection. Movies Laughing BabyA movie of Daniel aged 3 months laughing at himself in the mirror. Baby Flipping on PoleA movie of Benjamin aged 1 doing flips around a pole. Stop Motion Movies Fisher Price - Little People - Camper and Car 1979

Travel Ideas - Apollo Bay.

2011-11-15T03:27:00.000-08:00

Apollo Bay is a 3 hour drive from Melbourne via Geelong and the Great Ocean Road. The town is located in the base of Otway National Park, and there are plenty of things to see and do. To get the most out of Apollo Bay and surrounds you really need to spend a few days. Accommodation While at Apollo Bay we stayed at Jan's Dream which ranges from $160 - $260 per night depending on length

Kids Health - Why do kids put on weight?

2011-11-14T02:05:00.000-08:00

Healthy food is being replaced with processed food more as fast food becomes more widely available so try choosing something healthy next time you go out with kids. Buying a bowl of chips or hamburger can be a lot cheaper than the healthier alternative so try having a BBQ in the park or pack the kids lunch on day trips. Kids nag us about eating unhealthy food so it can be easier to let them but

Just another day in the office

2011-11-08T21:20:00.000-08:00

A Typical Day At Work for Mum. During the day my kids go to Daycare while my husband and I run our own Property Maintenance Business. My Son Daniel and his friends are always saying to me, "Mum, why did you always make such a mess on your clothes". Cute. This was an insurance job caused by water damage to a solid plaster wall. What looked like a small amount of flaking turned out to be a

Moving Children from Cots to Beds.

2011-11-08T14:28:00.000-08:00