Monday 24 January 2011
The latest release from Hi-5 has hit the shelves for January, and thanks to my friends at Roadshow I have THREE copies to give away to SquiggleMum readers. The album is full of boppy songs, bright colours, great costumes and lots of dancing. The title track, Happy House makes for a catchy opening, and my kids have been singing this one around the house.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E4ag3IZ9dLE&feature=related
My favourite track though is Backyard Adventurers. We do a fair bit of backyard adventuring here at our house! I appreciate songs that encourage kids to get outside. It would...
Monday 13 December 2010 -
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With only two weeks to go, it’s really
looking like Christmas
sounding like Christmas
and feeling like Christmas here!
Our wreath welcomes visitors.
We’re counting down with our Advent Calendar (thanks Kelly!)
The kids have been adding to their toilet roll nativity.
The tree is sparkling.
Paper chains hang from the ceiling.
And decorations are scattered through our home.
For us, it wouldn’t...
Monday 06 December 2010 -
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I like Mooo. A lot. They are a great Aussie company run by a bunch of young Dads. They make top quality products with practical uses. They listen to customer feedback and continually release new items based on what we say we want. They have lots of gift ideas for under $30 too, and reasonable postage. If you are still looking for gifts for kids this Christmas, jump over to Mooo.
My favourite product (and my...
Saturday 27 November 2010 -
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This week two fabulous kids’ magazines from the ABC have been released. The full-colour, super-glossy mags will appeal to lower and middle primary students, and are sure to entice reluctant readers. They are also an excellent way of encouraging reading during the long school holidays. I think these make fantastic stocking-fillers, or great gifts that don’t cost a fortune. You can pick them up online,...
Friday 12 November 2010 -
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Jimmy Giggle and Hoot the Owl are fast becoming household names in Australia. The hosts of ABC Kids have just released their first album - Beak Bopping Tunes. To celebrate the release, I had the opportunity to interview James Rees (aka Jimmy Giggle)…
Cath - Congratulations on your success as the host of ABC For Kids. Other television stations have had hosts for children’s programs for some time. Were...
Thursday 16 September 2010 -
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School holidays are upon us again (where is this year going?!) and I have THREE family passes up for grabs just in time. The new family flick Furry Vengeance is released in cinemas today. It’s rated PG (mild comedic violence) and in my opinion is suitable for mid-primary aged kids to mid teens.
In this hilarious family comedy with a message, greedy developers pay the price for paving over paradise. For Mother...
Tuesday 07 September 2010 -
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Have you met dirtgirl yet? I knew I would like her the first time I heard about her, before I even saw an episode of the brand new Aussie children’s program. Dirtgirl is a gumboot-wearing, tractor-driving, veggie-growing girl who loves to sing and get grubby! My kind of girl.
Dirtgirlworld is a celebration of life outside! Each episode is packed with outdoor goodness and includes issues like recycling, composting,...
Saturday 21 August 2010 -
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I love letters and sounds, and when it comes to alphabet-based resources I know exactly what I’m looking for. I want lowercase letters. I want clear fonts. I want letter-word relationships that demonstrate an understanding of phonics and awareness of the most common sounds. I’m not asking or much, am I?!
I was so pleased to find the Mm Is For Me wall stickers checked all my boxes. Ashleigh Hoyle...
Thursday 05 August 2010 -
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I get approached by a lot of companies about a lot of products for babies and children. Some of them are big companies, some are small, but I was so surprised to find one request by a mum I know from the playground. And I have to say – her product is great! There’s something cool about knowing the person behind a product. I can see the time, love and dedication that has gone into making her idea a...
Friday 23 July 2010 -
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If you could trade places with anyone for a day, who would you choose? For me, it would be Justine Clarke. Oh to be a Playschool presenter – singing to, reading for, and entertaining children around the country! While I might not ever be on Playschool, I was delighted to have the opportunity to interview Justine about her latest album Great Big World. (You can read my review of the album here, and check...
