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Johannesburg Zoo brings you a Festival of Lights

by Jozikids | day outings, family time, places | 6 comments

Johannesburg Zoo is excited to announce the annual Festival of Lights. Another year..more to see! Brought to you by Joburg Theatre in association with the City of Johannesburg entities: Joburg City Parks and Zoo and City Power. When: 1 Dec 2019 – 5 Jan 2020...Read more

What to do if your child is a bully

by Elmien Ackerman | boundaries, bullying, cyberbullying, homeschooling, Self-esteem, teens | 0 comments

what if your child is the bully? How should you approach the situation to prevent your child from harming others (physically and/or psychologically)?

MamaMagic Baby Expo: Black Friday Madness

by Jozikids | Baby clothing, baby products, day outings, family time, Kids expo | 1 comment

The best place for parents and parent-to-be to shop for all their baby and kids’ necessities and more is at the much awaited MamaMagic Baby Expo at the Ticketpro Dome. PLUS its Black Friday…

October is ADHD Awareness Month

by Lorian Phillips | ADHD, being present, hyperactivity | 2 comments

The term ADHD has been rolling off the tongues of many parents and teachers alike. But what is it, really? And how do we cope with it? October is ADHD Awareness Month. Learn why these four letters have become common, and find support from parent seminars to help you manage it well.

From being bullied to blooming – Blake’s homeschooling story

by Jozikids | bullying, homeschooling, prejudice, schooling | 0 comments

For children who are the victims of relentless bullying, homeschooling can be a welcome relief as it allows them to thrive and develop their full potential without the constant stress and pressure caused by being bullied.

Blake Gallacher, a Grade 7 learner making use of Impaq’s products and services, is a shining example of the benefits of home education for children who suffered at the hands of bullies.

Drive safely by distracting your kids with these six tips

by Jozikids | cars, parenting, safety | 4 comments

As a parent, we’re sure you already know how much your kids can distract you – be it during a serious conversation with your bestie, or while you’re hastily trying to wrap up making dinner. The most dangerous of these distractions, however, is while you’re driving.

Go wild on Heritage Day at Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve

by Jozikids | day outings, family time, festive holidays, Travel | 0 comments

This heritage day, take a break from the city and discover the awe-inspiring natural heritage of the Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve. Nestled in the heart of the Cradle of Humankind, the reserve is home to four of Africa’s Big Five.

All kids are smart. Which type of smart is your child?

by Jozikids | behaviour, child, parenting | 0 comments

Intelligence presents itself in many forms. Every kid is smart – it is recognising and developing that intelligence that will allows him/her to soar.

Cats are big at Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve this month

by Jozikids | activities, day outings, family, family getaway, family time, Nature Reserves | 0 comments

August 8 is World Cat Day, and to celebrate, the Reserve is focusing on all of the magnificent big (and not so big) cats that call the Reserve home.

Being a Queen Demands Self Love

by Jozikids | child/teen, health, health, parenting, self-esteem, Self-esteem | 0 comments

Let’s take some royal tips on how to be selfish, or to self-love – just like a queen

Playmobil: The Movie coming to a cinema near you

by Jozikids | day outings, Family shows, family time | 2 comments

This is the first-ever feature film inspired by the beloved, award-winning PLAYMOBIL® role-play toys. The film is a heart-warming tale and combines amusing characters, including the voices of Daniel Radcliffe, Meghan Trainor, and Adam Lambert.

Giving myself credit for being a REAL mum

by Fatima Kazee | motherhood, mums, parenting, parents | 5 comments

I know in the back of my mind that these mums are not as perfect as I make them out to be. That sometimes they also cry themselves to sleep because it was a rough day. That sometimes they might have road rage for no reason and regret it almost instantly. That somewhere in the world, someone else also forgot to make change for that tooth fairy deposit under the pillow.

The Lion King: Movie Review

by Tiffany Markman | family movies, family time, reviews, shows, technology, television | 0 comments

Okay, this is a movie review with a difference. Because this review was written by two movie reviewers… who are married to each other… and who have very different opinions about many things, and agree on some things, but not this film. So it’s a He said/She said review of The Lion King (2019).