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How you can improve your child’s Maths and Science results. Thank us later!

by admin | maths, Science, tuition | 2 comments

If your child’s maths and science results have set off pandemonium in your home – Master Math’s and Science can help

Silverstar staff share school shoes

by admin | giving, poverty, support charities | 0 comments

Embracing the spirit of both Mandela Day and Youth Day – and just for the fun of it – staff at Silverstar Casino went ‘back to school’ on 15 June, donning their school uniforms and collecting brand new school shoes to be donated to learners at a school in Swanieville.

New V Tech toys are educational and fun!

by admin | Educational toys, stimulation, toddler | 0 comments

Toddlers and children can keep you busy, and that’s because they crave stimulation, learning new things, exploring and expanding their curious minds and motor skills. With this in mind technology toy company V Tech has developed a range of age appropriate and developmental stage-based electronic learning products for children of various ages.

The undeniable value of mom-friendship

by Fatima Kazee | motherhood | 2 comments

Remember how much time you used to spend with your friends as you were growing up? They became more and more important to you as you got older and in fact, may have helped shape you into who you are today. And then life happened and you seem to have little time for yourself let alone time with friends, right?

So, do kids need to travel with an Unabridged Birth Certificate, or not?

by admin | travel | 9 comments

Parents will be relieved to know that the new Child’s Passport will now bear the parents details. This eliminates the need to apply for, collect, laminate then carry a file of certificates amongst all other luggage! Whew!

But please read the details below carefully. It is a process that will take some time, especially for those of us whose kids already have passports. Only new passport holders will benefit.

The back to school balancing act

by Danielle Barfoot | careers, motherhood | 0 comments

What most parents of school-age children can agree on, however, is that once the school holidays end, there simply aren’t enough hours in the day. Here are ten tips to help you find (some) balance if your life turns into a juggling act when the children head back to school.

The “kids of today” have a better chance, thanks to technology.

by admin | language/reading, maths, Science, technology | 0 comments

You’ve heard this one… Many times, I’m sure. “These kids of today!” mutter grandparents and other well-seasoned folk. “They’re constantly on their devices! iPad this, iPod that. Why do you let them play on those things so much?” But, while our 7-year-olds are enjoying themselves, they’re not always playing, they are also learning

Earth Keepers FREE holiday program at Northgate Shopping Centre

by admin | DIY Kids, healthy, raise healthy kids, recycling crafts | 0 comments

The Northgate Shopping Mall has ingeniously put together a fun and educational holiday program that is embodied in 3 simple words: Grow. Nourish. Create.

Nintendo Switch – Anytime, Anywhere, with Anyone

by admin | games | 0 comments

Ever given up on a game because you didn’t have enough time to play? The Nintendo Switch system can transform to suit your situation, so you can play the games you want, no matter how busy life may be. It’s a new era where you don’t have to adjust your lifestyle to...Read more

Before you know it…

by Fatima Kazee | being present | 4 comments

Remember those carefree days when you were a kid? When the biggest decision you needed to make was whether you wanted chocolate or strawberry milkshake as your treat? And then, before you knew it, you were a teenager and worries were about how good your hairstyle was or if your clothes were fashionable enough.

Support learning this Mandela Day. Here’s how…

by admin | poverty, social issues, support charities | 0 comments

Sometimes we as parents get so focused on teaching our kids the basics of maths, reading, and writing that we forget about instilling important values such as caring for others and making a difference in the community. Mandela Day, which takes place on the 18th of July every year, offers you the opportunity to teach your kids about the difference that one person can make.

Free 67 minute coding lessons for all learners across South Africa at iStore for Mandela Day

by admin | Coding for kids, internet | 28 comments

Coding is fast becoming the most in-demand skill across all industries. Every App, computer programme and even microwave relies on code in order to operate. Teaching youth how to code ensures that we are prepared for a digital world. Does your child want to learn to code? Here’s their chance. In celebration of Mandela Day, iStore and Think Ahead are offering 670 learners between the ages of 10-14 years old free 67 minute coding sessions.