Denise Loris | Cape Town Food, Craft, Travel & Family Blog
At the beginning of this year we had the usual school meetings. The teachers told us – “no screen time during the week”. Does that sound a little crazy? It may do. My daughter never had much screen time during … Continue readingEnd Screen Time without the Drama!
We had a fun Peter Pan and Tinkerbell Party in our family recently. Here are a few ideas if you are planning your own. We have also included a free PDF invite template. Click here to download the free invite … Continue readingPeter Pan and Tinkerbell Party
Getting your children involved in preparing for their own birthday party can be lots of fun and teaches them important life skills. You can teach them how to budget for their birthday, help prepare and decorate treats such as cupcakes and … Continue readingCraft: Fairy Butterfly Wands
So, we decided to go with a Butterfly Princess Crown but you can go for a prince crown and decorate it with whatever you find more “princely”. What you will need: White cardboard (you can use paper but the cardboard … Continue readingCraft: Butterfly Princess Crown
What is Respect? Wikipedia says: “Respect is a positive feeling of esteem or deference for a person or other entity (such as a nation or a religion), and also specific actions and conduct representative of that esteem. Respect can be … Continue readingRESPECT – Tell me what it means to you?
FarFaria is a new Children’s book app that is available for iPad or Android devices and while there are quite a few apps with children’s books that are available, FarFaria definitely stands out from the crowd. FarFaria is more than … Continue readingWin with FarFaria: Children’s Books for iPad / Android
Grade R/Grade 1 is an exciting time for many children and their parents. With that excitement, however, comes some challenges. One area of concern for many parents is fostering friendships for their Grade R child. Every parent wants to be sure their child … Continue readingHelping your Child make Friends as they start School
Today is International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. The 16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children is an international campaign which runs from the 25 November every year. During this time, the South … Continue readingNo Violence Against Women and Children
I think this question has an individual answer for each parent. I am often asked why I don’t post pictures online and here are some of the reasons why: Firstly, my child did not ask to have her picture posted … Continue readingShould I post pictures of my Child online?
With the holidays just around the corner, you may be planning a drive down to the coast or up to see the family. Whatever your plans are, here are some great ‘road trip’ snack ideas for the kids. Snack Necklaces Get creative … Continue readingKids ‘road trip’ Snacks
Scouring the web, I found some great ideas for Easter projects to complete with the Kids. (Simple enough to include even the littlest members of the family) Egg Carton Chicks You can find the directions here: http://paperplateandplane.wordpress.com/2011/03/19/easter-egg-carton-chicks Bunny Plate Face An … Continue readingEaster Crafts
Give a loved one a “Heart Attack” on Valentine’s Day! This is a fun way to involve the kids and teach them about kindness. What you will need Different colour papers A pair of scissors Colour Pens/Crayons Prestik or Tape … Continue readingValentine’s Idea: Heart “Attack”
While I have created, found, dreamed up some fabulous treats for my family, sometimes…just sometimes…it is nice to purchase something from the store that is safe and that they will enjoy. Wellness Warehouse has some great treats, if you are … Continue readingTreats for kids with Allergies
Creating a special time (if you are at home or have time in the evenings or weekend) with your toddler to learn about words, numbers and the wonders of the world is a wonderfully rewarding experience. You may not be … Continue reading10 tips for School Time with your Toddler
You’ve got all your gear ready to go. You’re well rested and so are your kids. Where do you start? Your first visit to the pool will set the tone for the lessons to come. Use what you know about … Continue readingTeaching your child how to swim
