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Five Benefits of Puzzle Building
Posted on March 25 2020
It's always the small pieces that make up the bigger picture. Figuratively this quote rings true for a vast majority of things in life. However, in the literal sense, it perfectly describes the objective of a puzzle. Puzzles come in all shapes and sizes. Not to mention colours and forms....
Themed Learning with Old MacDonald
Posted on March 11 2020
Theme based learning has gained popularity over the years as one of the most effective ways in which to coordinate your little ones learning. And while there are hundreds of themes to choose from, Farm Animals remain an all-round favourite. The theme offers many branches under which you can base...
Fun Activities in Johannesburg
Posted on February 28 2020
Planning a family trip can be stressful for parents because they need to find activities that everyone will enjoy. This can be a little challenging, but we're here to help.
Crafting Fun with Children: 3 Great Ideas
Posted on February 13 2020
It’s important to get our children engaged in arts and crafts, and the best way to do that is to prepare awesome activities they will enjoy. If you don’t know where to start, here are 3 great ideas to help you out!
Activities for Children to Learn About Shapes While Having Fun
Posted on January 31 2020
There are a number of activities to assist children in learning about shapes. If learning is done in the form of play then children will find it more exciting and therefore be more open to absorbing the knowledge about shapes. When children are interested then they are inspired to learn. Use some of these great tips to teach shapes.
Benefits of Vertical Writing for Children
Posted on January 15 2020
Nowadays, old fashioned chalkboards are a thing of the past in schools. If you want your child to experience vertical writing and the feeling of chalky dust on their hands, you might want to get them their own chalkboard for kids. However, nostalgia shouldn’t be the only reason for you...
Summertime Outdoor Fun for Children
Posted on December 23 2019
Summertime is one of the best times of the year for children because they get to do many different things they don't usually do. If you want them to have fun, here are a few activities to get started!
How to Look After a Pet: Pet Care for Children
Posted on December 15 2019
If you want to teach your child proper pet care, the best idea is to do it by stages as they grow. Here’s a simple guide to help you do that!
Fun Activities in Cape Town
Posted on December 09 2019
If you're planning a trip to Cape Town and don't know what to do or where to go, these fun family activities will be the answer!
How to Host a Slumber Party for Your Children
Posted on November 06 2019
Have you been wanting to throw your children an amazing slumber party but you don't know where to start? Here are some useful tips to host the best slumber party without losing your mind!
How to Teach Children the Importance of Money and How to Save It!
Posted on October 21 2019
If you want your children to have a healthy relationship with money, you need to start teaching them good money habits today. Here are a few tips to help your children understand money!
Fun Halloween Crafts for Children to Enjoy
Posted on October 15 2019
Is there anything more fun than Halloween? These crafts ideas will help you make it even better and your children will love it!
The Art of Gift Giving
Posted on September 30 2019
Have you ever thought of gift-giving as an art? Well, it is, and here's why!
Elegant Storage Solutions for the Home
Posted on September 16 2019
If you're having storage problems at home, these 5 elegant storage solutions will make your life a little easier and your home look even better!
Cooking with Kids: A Great Way to Learn
Posted on September 05 2019
If you've never thought cooking could be a great learning experience for children, you need to think again. Here's how cooking can bring you closer and teach your children many different things!
Benefits of Reading to your Child from a Young Age
Posted on August 28 2019
Reading to your children is a lovely bonding experience, but it goes way beyond that. In doing so, you're encouraging language, communication, curiosity, a thirst for knowledge and a love of reading.
Pre-Reading Activities for Children to Improve their Reading Skills
Posted on August 12 2019
Pre-reading activities are important if you wish your children to have an easier time as they learn to read. They will provide the tools your children need to understand their readings and enjoy it to the fullest.
Benefits of Playing Music to your Children
Posted on August 09 2019
Music is a part of everyday life, and what if I told you it can do a lot for your child's development? It doesn't only encourage self-expression, it also encourages mental health, language development, and so much more!
Outdoor Ball Games that are Winter-Friendly
Posted on August 01 2019
Playing ball outdoors is a great way to spend some quality time with your children, not just to make sure they have fun, but also to keep them active.
Imaginative Play Ideas for Kids
Posted on July 24 2019
Imaginative play is all about allowing children to use their imagination to create role-play scenarios they have either seen or they would like to experience.
Activities to Encourage Fine Motor Skills
Posted on July 17 2019
If you find that your child is struggling to develop their fine motor skills, there are many things you can do with them in order to practice and master these skills more effectively.
Preparing Your Children for Imaginative Play & Pretend Play Ideas
Posted on July 11 2019
Imaginative play must be encouraged, not just to allow our children to express themselves, but also to help them become more social and joyful. So here are a few great ideas you can pitch to your little ones!
Winter Planting Guide for Children
Posted on July 04 2019
Gardening is an exceptional activity to share with our children and the last thing we want is to have winter get in the way with that! Learn how you can garden through winter and what plants to use to continue this activity year-round.
Introducing Spin to Win
Posted on June 26 2019
Everyone loves a game of chance and believe you do.
That’s probably why we invite you to play Spin to Win campaigns, which giving you a more fun buying experience.
Fun Winter Art Ideas For Children
Posted on June 20 2019
If your children enjoy their arts and crafts, then you’ll find that winter time offers many great opportunities to explore those arts and crafts skills. After all, you’re forced to spend a lot of time indoors when the weather’s too harsh, so here are a few fun winter art ideas for children so you can fight boredom!
We are busy building a better online experience for you
Posted on June 05 2019
Visitors to iKids’ website have probably noticed a lot of big changes happening. New logo, new packaging, and now we are still busy in our brand new website until September 2019, which was carefully designed and built to be user friendly top to bottom.
We will introduce more new products, new additions and capabilities are planned for www.ikids.com – so visit frequently to keep up-to-date.
Ideal Pets for Children: How to Choose Your Child’s First Pet
Posted on May 24 2019
If you're thinking of getting your child their first pet, here are a few wonderful choices to consider!
Outdoor Activities for Children Aged 2 to 4
Posted on May 15 2019
Beautiful days are meant to be taken advantage of, that's why outdoor activities for children are a great way to spend quality time and keep everyone active and learning! Here are some amazing ideas for kids of ages 2 to 4.
Best activities for kids in the garden
Posted on May 07 2019
Being out in the garden is a great way of spending quality time with your kids, gardening activities, ideas and projects offer many valuable lessons. It is also a great way to encourage your kids to try something out of the ordinary. Here are some great ideas
Fun Family Activities For Kids to Enjoy
Posted on April 29 2019
Having children comes with many added benefits to your life, one of those benefits is that you get to share many activities together that not only help their physical and mental development but also make the bond between you stronger. There’s nothing more beautiful than creating memories with our children through play, and these ideas will help you get started!
The Art of Origami for Little Ones
Posted on April 18 2019
I want to introduce a new hobby to your children, what better option than origami? The art of origami is incredible and your kids will love it! Here are some tips to help you get started.
Fun Craft Ideas to Upcycle Toilet Paper Tubes
Posted on April 05 2019
If you feel bad about just throwing your toilet paper tubes away, you can upcycle them with this fun craft ideas your kids will love to engage with!
How to Create Play Areas At Home For Your Children
Posted on March 25 2019
Play areas are extremely important for children because they represent a safe space, a space where they can explore their creativity and enjoy their own company and that of others. If you want to provide that for your children, consider these unique, wonderful ideas.
Fun Party Games for Different Age Groups
Posted on March 16 2019
If you're hosting a party for your children and you don't know what games to introduce because you're dealing with a diverse group, don't worry! These ideas will help you get the party started and children of different ages will all have a ton of fun.
Best Crafts with Coloured Paper For Kids
Posted on March 11 2019
Coloured paper crafts are a great way to spend time with your children, here are some awesome ideas you can use!
Imaginative Play Ideas to Encourage Your Kids
Posted on February 27 2019
Imaginative play is an amazing skill our children practice on the daily, and by encouraging it, we're allowing them to become more independent, communicative, and social. Use these ideas and broaden their horizons!
Children's Bedroom Lighting Inspiration
Posted on February 12 2019
If you want to spice up your children's room, lighting ideas are the best and simplest way to do it! Here you'll find children's bedroom lighting inspiration and a few incredible options to consider.
Indoor Game Ideas for Kids - Ages 2 to 4
Posted on February 06 2019
When the weather's not too kind, the best thing you can do to make the most of your free time is to engage your children in indoor games and activities. This will keep everyone away from screens and having tons of fun.
Building a Blanket Fort: The Complete Guide
Posted on January 25 2019
A blanket fort is something all children should have at least once. And you know what? Adults enjoy them too! So if you want to create a nice area for your children to make their own, this guide will be everything you need.
Pre-Writing Activities for Children to Improve their Writing Skills
Posted on January 15 2019
Pre-writing skills will allow your children to strengthen their fine motor skills so they can hold a pencil and they also allow them to become familiar with letters and their strokes so writing is made a bit easier!
Top 3 Imagination Play Ideas
Posted on January 07 2019
Imagination play is vital for your children's development. If you want to encourage it, here are the top 3 imagination play ideas every children should try!
Merry Christmas & Happy New Year 2019
Posted on December 23 2018
Merry Christmas & Happy New Year 2019
Fun Pre-Math Activities for Children to Improve their Skills
Posted on December 06 2018
If you want math to be something your children enjoy, pre-math activities will allow you to teach them that math can be fun. Plus, they will prepare your kids to understand basic math and memorize numbers with a lot more ease.
Indoor & Outdoor Obstacle Courses for Kids
Posted on November 09 2018
Obstacle courses are great and they can be done either indoor during winter or outdoor during the summer for some fun!
Best Play Dough Recipe and Benefits of Using it for Play
Posted on October 11 2018
Play dough is super fun and it’s simply one of the greatest things ever! It’s a staple during childhood because it provides virtually endless opportunities for fun.
How to Make Story Stones & Play Ideas
Posted on September 26 2018
Story stones are a great way to encourage your children to engage in imaginative play and create original stories in a simple and fun way. Here's how you can do it and a few play ideas to help your children get the hang of it!
The Best Indoor Winter Activities for Kids
Posted on August 15 2018
During the winter it’s quite tempting to just stay in, cozy up in front of the fire or the TV and do nothing. However, children are known for their energy, so it’s our job as parents to find things for them to do that are fun, interesting, and challenging.
Today I bring you a few great indoor winter activities to keep the kids active and learning whenever the weather is just too harsh to go outside!
Today I bring you a few great indoor winter activities to keep the kids active and learning whenever the weather is just too harsh to go outside!
Winter Activities Inspired By Nature
Posted on July 26 2018
If you’re a family that loves nature and you want to teach that to your children, then winter time offers many opportunities to do that through fun and interesting activities inspired by the great outdoors.To help you get started, here are a few fun ideas for winter activities inspired by nature you can enjoy with your
Fun Winter Crafts For Kids & Toddlers
Posted on July 01 2018
Winter can be harsh at times and sometimes we're forced to stay inside. The problem with that is that when you have kids, staying put for more than a few hours is not an option. Winter crafts are a great way to keep everyone entertained and occupied!
Scissor Work and the benefits of early practice
Posted on May 13 2018
Scissor work, believe it or not, requires skill and it’s a practice that allows your children to enjoy many different benefits.