Tag: technology
Robotics And Coding In The CAPS Curriculum
The Department of Basic Education has recognised Robotics and Coding as a compulsory subject for Grades 1-9. This is an important shift in teaching learners the necessary skills to succeed in our evolving tech-dominant world.
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Wave Goodbye to Pregnancy Woes
How to cope with some of the ailments that you may experience while pregnant.
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🎉 Win a Stationery Box and Twinkl Subscription🎉
Stand a chance to win a delightful Daisy-themed Stationery Box and a beautiful 2025 WOW Diary. PLUS, the lucky winner will also receive a year-long Ultimate Twinkl subscription.
Twinkl South Africa has teamed up with The Papery to give away their popular Stationery Box filled with floral-inspired goodies such as notebooks, pens, washi tape, and other surprises to add a little sunshine to your day. Included in your prize is the beautifully designed 2025 WOW Diary packed with organisational tools, recipes and handy information – everything you need in one place.
Twinkl has also gifted a year-long Ultimate Twinkl subscription to access lots of great teaching resources.
For more information about Twinkl please visit www.twinkl.co.za
Competition closes 16 February 2025.
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Summer Snacking
Easy-to-prepare recipes for summer snacking whether poolside or seaside, at a picnic or enjoying any of South Africa’s many outdoor adventures.
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A Festive Menu Of Flavours
A wonderful festive menu to celebrate the summer holidays. This selection offers a delightful mix of fresh and vibrant flavours for a celebration under the South African sun.
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Proper Nutrition For Healthy Growth
Ensuring healthy growth and development in children requires a focus on balanced nutrition. Children need a variety of essential vitamins and nutrients to thrive during their formative years.
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Gift A Book This Festive Season
This festive season consider gifting a book to your loved ones. Not only will you promote literacy but reading a book provides great entertainment and enjoyment.
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A Digital Health Vault: Your Secret Weapon
A digital health vault is a ‘life admin hack’ that will ensure you travel and holiday with peace of mind, knowing that your family’s health information is safely stored and easily accessible.
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Time Spent with Family Is The Ultimate Gift
As the festive season approaches, many are gearing up for the traditional exchange of gifts, but the most valuable gift we can give our loved ones is time spent with them.
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Raising Children of Privilege
It has become increasingly common for teenagers – particularly those of privilege – to exhibit mental health problems, neuroses, substance abuse and eating disorders. The evidence suggests that young people of privilege are much more vulnerable than previous generations.
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Learning To Read: How to Select The Right School
We share some advice from an education expert who suggests parents must carefully consider a school’s approach to learning to read support.
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Treating A Tummy Bug At Home
A handy guide to help your manage your children’s tummy bug at home.
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Travelling While Pregnant
Travelling while pregnant is possible if you plan well. Pregnant women should simply “exercise common sense” advises a travel doctor. Here are some guidelines to ensure safe travels.
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Slow Travel: The New Holiday Trend
When it comes to holidays, many travellers are hitting the brakes on jam-packed itineraries, choosing to follow the slow travel route – a mindful approach to holidays and tourism
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Stress less: Smart Study Tips
Year-end assessments and exams can be a stressful time for children and their families. With a...
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How To Budget for Your Fertility Treatment
One of several challenges families face when undergoing fertility treatment is the significant...
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School and Work Lunch Ideas
Awesome, healthy and yummy lunch recipes to help us all over this little hump before the summer festive season starts.
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Diabetes in Children
Preventative measures and early diagnosis can help reduce the risk of children developing diabetes.
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The Ultimate Baby Shower Gift Guide
Some suggested gifts for mom and baby to help make it a bit easier the next time you’re invited to a baby shower.
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The Preschool Child-Teacher Relationship
Teachers have an important responsibility in children’s lives. They help shape a child’s...
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Free Your Home From Mould
Living in a damp home mouldy home is bad for your health, general wellbeing and even your possessions. We share five tips to ensure your home is free from mould.
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Holiday Without the Hassle
10 tips for a stress-free family getaway
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Attack Seasonal Allergens Head-on
The warmer weather brings seasonal allergens. For those suffering from allergies, we’ve got some tips on how to manage allergies and reduce allergens.
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Keep It Green: Sustainable Seafood
Try these scrumptious recipes from Star Fish using only sustainable seafood approved by SASSI.
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Mental Health Issues in Young Children
Early childhood is a time of immense growth and change, filled with exciting opportunities and unique challenges and young children often face several mental health challenges during their early years.
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Time on the Tummy
Tummy time is important to develop your baby’s neck and arm muscles. It helps provide the head control your baby needs to sit up, crawl and eventually walk.
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Press Pause on Smartphones
The digital parent pact is a voluntary, parent-led initiative aimed at pressing pause and delaying giving children smartphones.
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The Green Therapy Trend
There’s a new trend sprouting this Mental Health Awareness Month – Green Therapy, which involves nature’s ability to heal. Caring for plants, indoors or outdoors, can reduce anxiety, boost mindfulness and foster resilience.
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The Critical Role of Iron in Child Development
Iron is an essential nutrient. It is indispensable at every stage of human growth, but its impact is most profound during childhood.
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Breastfeeding Mothers And Returning To Work
Many breastfeeding mothers face the challenge of integrating their professional responsibilities...
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Play time Activities
Make the most of play time with these fun and easy games for parents and kids. For kids, play time is a crucial part of childhood development.
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Unplugged Coding In Early Childhood
Teaching the fundamentals of computer science and programming without electronic devices (unplugged coding) in early childhood equips children to succeed in…
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10 Fun Teaching Games for Children
Learning is most effective when it’s fun! Here are some teaching games that will also entertain and stimulate your child, without breaking your budget
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What Fevers Are Telling You
Did you know that not all fevers develop for the same reason?
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Breast Cancer In Younger Women On The Rise
Breast cancer, the most prevalent cancer among South African women, is increasingly being detected in women under 40. October is breast awareness month and there is a heightened focus on raising awareness and screening for breast cancer.
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Picnic Like a Pro
A how-to guide for easy and stylish picnics
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Physical Education and Inactive Children
Organised physical education at school and at home is necessary for healthy children, especially those who are overweight.
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Birthday At School: Party Politics
There’s a lot to think about when planning a birthday celebration at school
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Childhood Cancer And Financial Preparedness
September marks Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, a time to remember the unique challenges faced...
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When Play and Holistic Education Meet
How a holistic approach in a play-based learning environment can shape your child’s future and...
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Clean Hands
Regular hand washing can prevent the spread of many infections, from the common cold to hepatitis A
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Read: The Stories That Ran Away
The Zeitz MOCAA Centre for Art Education has launched a series of storybooks for children, inspired by its first exhibition for children, And So The Stories Ran Away, curated in 2019.
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Host the Ultimate Shisanyama this Heritage Day
Eight tips for hosting a great Shisanyama, complete with the ultimate Sheba recipe.
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Understanding Left-handers
Left-handers have always stood out in a right-handed world. From using scissors to writing in a spiral notebook, everyday tasks can sometimes be challenging for lefties.
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Family Planning And Financial Wellness
Family planning is a thrilling yet significant life decision. While expanding your family brings...
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The Lifelong Importance of Oral Health
Say “ahh”. Regular dental check-ups are the key to maintaining excellent oral health and you’re never too old or too young to take your oral health seriously.
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10 Ways To Boost Your Baby’s Emotional Wellbeing
We share some advice on nurturing a baby’s emotional wellbeing in today’s fast-paced world and encourage you to embrace the journey of parenthood with patience and positivity, ensuring that both you and your baby thrive in a loving and supportive atmosphere.
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Don’t Feed The Monkey
Introducing Don’t Feed The Monkey – a delightful cook book of 50 easy-to-prepare recipes that children can make, neatly woven into a wonderful adventure story, featuring African wildlife.
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Help Your Child Navigate Digital Learning
Digital learning has brought hope to many young people, offering an opportunity to grow their...
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Happy Healthy Pregnancy
When planning to expand your family, healthcare advice is essential to ensure a happy, healthy...
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