SK Chatter & News
6 January, 2022
Curiosity is the single thing that drives every child to learn. And curiosity is not something they learn either. Children are born with a deep, innate desire to understand […]
6 January, 2022
Starting Blocks is a Goverment website that provides information on helping in the finding, and making a decision on the best children’s education and care for each family. As […]
17 November, 2021
Did you know that the Australian Government from 10th December 2021 is removing the annual gap for all families who get the Child Care Subsidy? If you earn more […]
7 November, 2021
Are you aware of this change? Earlier this year the Department of Health and Humans Services [DHHS] provided an update in regards to the exclusion periods for gastroenteritis. This […]
28 January, 2020
As the virus seems to be spreading and gaining strength it is important to arm ourselves with the best, most accurate information. The Department of Education has released a […]
21 October, 2019
We just have to share this game with you….. it is slightly above the general ages games we review but this is a hoot for the older age kids. […]
20 September, 2019
What are your favourite games? We love playing games as a family. It is a great opportunity to bond and have fun together but it also has so many […]
5 March, 2019
Who would have thought that they could improve on the original Rubik’s Cube? This is a fantastic new game that takes the concept of the Rubik’s Cube with a […]
30 August, 2018
As the end of the year approaches it is now the time for families to start the enrollment process if your child is starting school for the first time. […]
29 July, 2018
What a flashback from my childhood! I remember owning a Rubik’s Cube and the many hours of fun that it provided…and some frustration as I have to admit defeat […]
29 July, 2018
I had this bag I had loved and used for while that I couldn’t bring myself to just get rid of …that didn’t feel quite right so decided rather […]
12 March, 2018
This book is a little different from other books we get to review. The Flying Optometrist is based on a true story inspired by the authors own father who flies a self built plane and the story that unfolds is about the important role the optometrist plays
28 December, 2017
Have you heard about the fantastic series True to life Books? Jan Latte is a professional wildlife photographer and she is so passionate about combining her love of photography with educating children about endangered animals
26 September, 2017
We were given the fantastic opportunity to review Jonar & Kitty: A Timekeepers Void. Author and illustrator Bobbie Richardson has crafted an enchanting tale. Reviewing books in this house […]
15 August, 2017
How cool a concept is this! A ball that is portable, lightweight and perfect for travel or limited space. The ball itself when deflated is small enough to fit […]
15 July, 2017
Squawk is a new game by Crown and Andrews. If you like noisy, interactive games then this game is for you. SK had the opportunity to play this game as […]
10 July, 2017
A must have travel game are the new interactive games made by Shuffle. We got to unpack the Monopoly Junior. I don’t know about you but in our house we have […]
5 January, 2016
Every year I buy the bog standard diary…you know the sort…plain and practical with no real soul. There is nothing wrong with this sort of diary and it has […]
10 November, 2015
Googly Eyes is a refreshing new fun board game by Crown Andrews. The concept is simple and straight forward enough… yet it is whacky, challenging and laugh out loud […]
4 September, 2015
Introducing the second book in the Herbert Peabody series. Herbert Peabody and the Incredible Beehive. We love Herbert Peabody. This is shaping up to be such a good series. […]
8 July, 2015
This is such a great book. My girls are in LOVE with this book…engrossed from the first page! Harriet Clare: Boys Beware The release date for the book is […]
17 February, 2015
Are you a helicopter parent or a lawnmower? I know it sounds crazy right. Is there not enough judgment already? Years ago there was parenting styles which did label […]
16 March, 2014
We were provided a Rainbow Loom kit with the purpose of doing a review but it has now become a craze in our house. The girls are constantly busy […]
18 February, 2014
I’m sure you have all heard about, or probably bought some of the many products from Babes in Arms.We just have to tell you about these new products that […]
7 February, 2014
I imagine this new research will reignite the debate about methods such as controlled crying and the pros and cons of leaving a baby to cry it out or […]
18 January, 2014
True or false? Well, according to new research they do! I’m not one to question new studies/research often but I’m left questioning the validity of this study. Hmm, I’m […]
13 January, 2014
Hold on. Before you become outraged at my asking I only ask as Belgium is currently going through this quandary. I thought I would get some others opinions as […]
28 December, 2013
Do you love or loath the time out method? Well, here is something that if you love it may have you thinking twice or questioning whether it is the […]
4 September, 2013
Should I dip my toe in this can of worms? It is a well talked about, often heated topic on whether it is ok to smack or not. Experts say […]
28 January, 2012
As parents we know the after effects of a toddler missing their sleep but now a recent study has confirmed that it does more than make your little one […]
27 July, 2011
I read this article the other day and I was left shocked and amazed that the system seems so flawed; however, all is not lost as now changes to […]
26 July, 2011
A 6 yr old girl in Sydney survived a 4 metre plunge out of the window when the fly screen gave way as she was jumping on the bed. […]