Raising Resilient Kids in an Uncertain World
Today’s world presents children with unique challenges—rapid change, global events, and constant information can be overwhelming. Resilience, the ability to adapt and recover from adversity, is a crucial skill for kids to thrive. Raising resilient children doesn’t mean protecting them from difficulties but equipping them
Every Breast Cancer Story Is Unique
Ubuntu in a Mushroom Punnet During October’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month Breast cancer is not one story. Every diagnosis, treatment decision and path through recovery is deeply personal. And for many women, the need for practical support does not end when treatment does. “And because
Switching from CAPS to an International British Curriculum: Will Your Child Lose a Year?
CAPS and an International British curriculum do not line up grade for grade. That does not mean a child who changes curriculum must automatically repeat a year. It means placement needs to be handled properly. Moving from CAPS to an International British curriculum does not
The Screen-Time Swap: What Real-World Movement Gives Children That Screens Cannot
There are moments in almost every family when a screen feels like a small miracle. A long car journey. Dinner needs to be cooked. A parent needs twenty quiet minutes. Everyone is tired. So this is not an article about making parents feel guilty about
A Letter to Women from a Radiologist
Dr Salomine Theron, Head of Mammography at SCP Radiology During Breast Cancer Awareness Month there is one message I want every woman to hear: Your breasts deserve your attention. As a radiologist with a special interest in breast imaging, I spend a lot of time
Beyond the Report Card: Helping Your Child Discover What They’re Actually Capable Of
Every parent has had that moment, watching their child do something and thinking, I didn’t know you could do that. Potential has a way of hiding in places a standard school day doesn’t reach. A child who may seem “average” on paper may be a
Beautiful Creatures: Big Music for Little People
Biography 2026 Beautiful Creatures is a pioneering South African children’s music project created by musicians and writers Ed Jordan and Alan Glass. Born from a desire to create children’s music that parents could genuinely enjoy too, the project began in 2004 with a simple but
Dragon Ball Daima premieres exclusively on Cartoon Network
Goku and company are back — albeit pint-sized. Dragon Ball Daima, a brand-new instalment in the legendary Dragon Ball franchise, premieres as a Pay TV exclusive on Cartoon Network (channel 301) on Monday, 12 October, airing every weekday at 17:10 CAT. Goku and his friends
The Quiet Child in the Room: When Silence Is Temperament and When to Look Closer
A child who races into preschool talking before their bag has hit the floor is easy to read. The child who hangs back, watches and says very little can be harder. For many children, quietness is simply part of their temperament. They observe before joining
18 Years of Wriggling, Rhyming and Growing Together
Eighteen years. That’s a lot of singing, clapping, giggling, smiling, wriggling … and quite a few questionable dance moves! This October, Wriggle and Rhyme is celebrating its 18th birthday – something I find both slightly surreal and incredibly special. The birth Back in 2008, I
The hidden reason children struggle to recover from a cold
Colds and kids go together like crayons and walls. Most children clock up around six to eight colds a year, and if they’re in daycare, that number can climb even higher. While the sniffle phase usually clears within about a week, a few things can
Six Simple Science Experiments That Get Preschoolers Asking Questions
A bowl of water, a few raisins, an old torch and the contents of a kitchen cupboard may not look much like a science lesson. To a preschooler, though, they can provide plenty to investigate. Young children spend a great deal of time testing the
Managing Bumps, Bruises and Minor Aches as Kids Get Active Outdoors
After just an hour outside, your child can come back with grazed knees, a fresh scrape on one elbow and a bruise the size of a plum on their shin. How did all of that happen in one afternoon? The reassuring answer is that, in
Online School Doesn’t Mean Learning Alone
What Happens After Your Child Logs In? Technology makes online education possible. People make it a school. Students still need educators, academic guidance, encouragement and opportunities to connect. Parents also need confidence that their child isn’t expected to navigate their education alone. At Wingu, the
How Skills Learnt at Sugar Bay Camp Boost Academic Performance
Doing well at school takes more than understanding the lesson. Children need to manage their time, work with classmates and ask for help. At Sugar Bay Camp in Zinkwazi Beach on the KZN North Coast, everyday camp experiences give them opportunities to practice these skills.
Family Adventures Start at Trail’s End
Swap screens and schedules for fresh mountain air, muddy shoes and days filled with adventure at Trail’s End Adventure Hotel in Grabouw. Whether it’s a weekend escape, a school holiday adventure or simply time for the family to get out of the city, Trail’s End offers a
Thinking About Switching Schools for 2027?
Is Your Child’s School Still the Right Fit? Choosing a school is about more than subjects and results. Parents also need to consider support, wellbeing, flexibility, communication and whether the environment allows their child to thrive. For families thinking about switching in 2027, ask what
