Batwheels Unstoppable Marathon airs in isiZulu for Heritage Day
Cartoonito (channel 302) marks Heritage Day with something special: a Batwheels marathon dubbed in isiZulu, airing Thursday, 24 September from 08:00 to 17:00. The all-day marathon brings together a selection of fan-favourite episodes. In “Razzle Dazzle Frazzle,” MOE creates a super sparkly new paint, prompting
Education Beyond the Classroom: Preparing Your Child for the Future
What Will Your Child Need to Succeed in the Future? Good marks are important. Qualifications are important. But today’s students need more than academic knowledge. They also need confidence, independence, problem-solving skills, adaptability and the ability to continue learning throughout their lives. The World Is
Movie Star Holidays: a week of movie magic on Cartoonito
Buckle up, because Cartoonito (channel 302) is about to turn every afternoon into movie night! Movie Star Holidays kicks off Thursday, 24 September, with a fresh blockbuster premiering daily — outlaws, pirates, aliens and rock stars all included. It all kicks off with a wild
Playtime that gives back: A new school programme that helps raise funds while children have fun
What if a family day out could help your child’s school raise money, without parents having to spend anything extra? That is the thinking behind the new beActive Schools Programme, an initiative that turns visits to beActive Life’s indoor play and adventure parks into a
Everything you need to know about having a miscarriage
Deciding to become a mom, or even finding out by chance that you’re pregnant can be an exciting time in your life. However, sometimes you will spontaneously lose the embryo before 20 weeks and this is known as a miscarriage. You may be wondering what
CN Movies: a two-night superhero and Pokémon double bill
Two nights. Four movies. Zero dull moments. Cartoon Network (channel 301) is stacking the schedule with a can’t-miss movie stunt from Thursday, 24 to Friday, 25 September, kicking off at 11:00 each day. Thursday goes wonderfully wrong from the start: in Storks, a delivery company
Online School vs Traditional School: Which Is Right for Your Child?
The debate around online school and traditional school often focuses on which one is “better.” But that may be the wrong question. The better question is: which environment is better for your child? Every learner is different. Some thrive in a traditional classroom environment. Others
Read the 2025 matric results properly before you choose a curriculum
On 12 January 2026, Basic Education Minister Siviwe Gwarube announced that the Class of 2025 had achieved an 88 per cent pass rate in the National Senior Certificate, the highest in South African history. More than 656,000 of over 900,000 candidates passed. For the first
How to Help Toddlers Learn the Language of Emotion
Many preschooler tantrums begin with a simple problem, the child feels something strongly but does not yet have the words to explain it. Dibber International Preschools South Africa is encouraging parents and caregivers to build emotional vocabulary in toddlers through ordinary conversations, stories and daily
222 Nights of Hope: Body20 Eases the Journey for Families Facing Childhood Cancer
For families grappling with the harsh realities of childhood cancer, the struggle extends far beyond the hospital ward. But this year, Body20’s nationwide fundraising campaign became a catalyst for hope: R155,800 raised for the CHOC Childhood Cancer Foundation South Africa, providing 222 nights of safe
Spring Is Here: Time to Get the Whole Family Moving Again
Spring has arrived, the winter woollies are heading back into the cupboard and the days are finally getting warmer. After months of cosy weekends, blankets and chilly mornings, this is the perfect time for families to shake off winter and get moving again. And getting
What does your baby need from their nappy as they grow?
Babies have a way of keeping you on your toes. One day, they’re content to lie still while you change them. Then suddenly they’re rolling over, wondering why you’d ever expect them to stay in one place. As they grow, their days become busier too.
Why Telling Kids to Wash Their Hands Is Often Not Enough
According to Dibber International Preschools South Africa, teaching young children why handwashing matters may be more effective when adults show rather than tell them. By using simple handwashing activities for preschoolers that make the spread of invisible germs easier to see and understand, parents and
Is Education Preparing Your Child for the Future?
Your child is preparing for a world that will look very different from the one you grew up in. Artificial intelligence, automation, digital careers and global connectivity are transforming how we live and work. So what should education prepare children for? The answer isn’t a
Teaching Kids About Capacity and Mental Load
It’s a struggle every woman understands down to her very core. The constant mental arithmetic, the endless checks and to-do lists. Mentally taking stock of fridge and pantry and deciding what to eat, not only to suit everyone’s taste, but also the month’s grocery budget.
Rainy-Day Birthday Party Rescue: How Rush Extreme Saves the Day
You’ve spent weeks planning the perfect outdoor birthday bash – the garden is ready, the jumping castle is booked, the picnic blankets are packed – and then the clouds roll in and the rain just won’t stop. Suddenly, your child’s big day is at risk,
The Joy of Trying: Why Small Wins Feel Like Big Wins
There is a special kind of magic in watching a child try something for the very first time. At be.UP Park, we see it every day – those tiny moments that look small to adults but feel absolutely massive to kids. The first jump. The
