Why puzzles are important for stimulating young minds
There is nothing new about the fact that children love doing puzzles. In most shapes or forms, puzzles can keep […]
August 2018
These shoes were meant for walking
Are they really? The best shoes for your toddler are no shoes at all! You often see moms so obsessed
Prima’s Top Games for Festive Season 2018
This year the Prima Toys’ collection of games is bigger and better. From the classics to brand new games that
Ways to cope with generation me, me, me
By: Justin Kistan, Crawford College North Coast If we’re lucky, we’ve been told our whole lives that we’re special. Our
Review: Philips Sonicare Kids Electric Toothbrush
Getting your child to brush their teeth every day can be a hassle to say the least and then ensuring
5 Tips for managing those financials of a Hero family
There is no doubt that by bringing a new little person into the world is an overwhelmingly amazing and wonderful
Barney says sharing is caring
Just because a purple dinosaur says so doesn’t mean it’s going to happen no matter how many times we repeat
Calming sensory activities for the classroom
What are the benefits of sensory play? Sensory activities engage a little one’s senses and as such are an excellent
Phonics – the root of reading
What do you want to achieve with a reading programme in the Foundation Phase? This is a critical question. Teachers
Fill n Squeeze
THE ULTIMATE SOLUTION FOR WEANING, FEEDING AND SNACK TIME Fill N Squeeze is a revolutionary new approach to convenient feeding
Get your kids excited about brushing
By Philips Oral Health Every parent wants what’s best for their child’s health, but not all parents are experts in
Review: Babysense Cuddle Wrap – the ultimate swaddling blanket
Whether you’re looking for the perfect baby-shower gift or to purchase for your own little loved-one, the award winning Babysense
Prima’s Top Tech Toys for Festive Season 2018
Fingerlings continue to be at the top of the birthday wish list. This year, the Fingerlings family has grown with
Review: Flipside Game – Flip, Slide, Match
Parents are always looking for new and innovative games for their little ones, that will both occupy their time, but
NASA Astronaut Returns for Living Maths Space Tour
Following the sold-out, three-city 2017 tour, former NASA astronaut Dr Don Thomas will be returning to South Africa, for the
NQF explained: What prospective students should know before they sign up
Terminology related to education in South Africa can often be very confusing, particularly when learners and prospective students need to
Cosatto Zoomi
Cosatto has been saving the world from boring baby stuff with the coolest designs, funkiest concepts and all-round impeccable styling,
Getting insight into bullying
Rita Niemann Bullying is an example of school violence, which mostly stems from aggression and poor self-image. Bullying can be
Parenting your star athlete
By Keri Gallan, Sports Co-Ordinator of Crawford Preparatory North Coast What do Tiger Woods, Serena Williams and Lewis Hamilton have
Review: Foppapedretti Babyroad 9 – 36 kgs
As parents we are responsible to make the safety decisions when it comes to our children. It is most important
Sports in Education: Core Skills Addressed
By: Zelda Varela (Crawford Preparatory Fourways Sports Coordinator) Can you remember that elated feeling of being part of a team,
Cooing over Communication
One minute they are crying, the next they are conversing! Communication development begins at birth. From the time your precious
Prima’s Top Science Toys for Festive Season 2018
National geographic has launched a new range of S.T.E.M. toys that stimulate the imagination and help children develop an aptitude
Ways to get rid of the monsters in the dark
By Caroline Miller Principal of Crawford Pre-Primary Lonehill To your toddler, the oddest things can suddenly become frightening. Some are
CAM Regolo
Let baby travel in style with the Cam Regolo Car Seat! CAM, Italian leaders in baby travel, are famous for
Why nutritional supplements taste so good
Taste is highly personal. Think back to the last beverage you ordered. Maybe it was tea – and you were
Foppapedretti Dinamyk
Foppapedretti is one of Europe’s leading baby travel brands, having creatively and technically mastered the market with over 70 years
What to consider when searching for a school
By Yandiswa Xhakaza Choosing a school is no small feat. Parents often undertake this task under enormous pressure and in
The importance of Art in an assisted learning environment
By: Melodie Artingstall, Grade 3 Teacher at The Bridge Assisted Learning School Art is an unstructured subject, with only a
Prima’s Top Boys Toys for Festive Season 2018
Ben 10 is still at the top of the list in terms of boy’s toys. Benjamin Tennyson moonlights as Ben
