Author: catfish

Need an idea for an epic kids birthday party this Summer? Well, The Big Wedgie Inflatable Water Park is now open for booking in Adelaide. Birthday party bookings are now open from 30 November 2024 until the end of March 2025.  The Big Wedgie Inflatable Water Park is the place to be this summer and with 3 epic birthday packages to choose from, it’s a pretty cool way to celebrate a Summer birthday! With endless fun to be had getting soaked soaring down the waterslides, The Big Wedgie parties are a vibe.  They also have easy food options or you…

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The Great Smoky Mountains are an unbeatable destination for a wellness retreat, especially if you’re looking to relax, recharge, and reconnect with nature. With rolling mountains, fresh mountain air, and serene landscapes, the Smokies offer an ideal escape from the hustle of daily life. It’s a place where you can leave behind busy schedules, turn off your devices, and dive into a slower, more mindful way of living.In the Smokies, a wellness retreat can be as simple as soaking in the views, practicing mindfulness, and letting nature become your therapy. Here’s how to make the most of a refreshing retreat in…

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11 of the Best Young Adult Books of 2024 Book ListThe Children’s Book Review Are you ready to dive into an incredible lineup of young adult books that will make 2024 a year to remember? From lyrical poetry collections to edge-of-your-seat thrillers, gripping historical memoirs to magical modern retellings, this year’s YA offerings are absolutely dazzling. Whether you’re drawn to stories of resistance and empowerment, tales of family bonds and first love, or adventures that blur the line between reality and fantasy, these eleven standout books showcase the incredible diversity and creativity that make YA literature such an exciting space.…

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An updated playground located at a family favourite beach on the Fleurieu Peninsula.   Review by Adaire Prosser Horseshoe Bay in Port Elliot is a favourite beach for families on the Southern Coast. Located 80km from Adelaide, it is the perfect destination for a day trip.  The playground is located on the southwestern corner of the bay, near the Surf Lifesavers club and underwent an upgrade in 2022. It has a lot of toddler friendly options, and kids of all ages will find something to enjoy.  You will find three slides of different heights, and a variety of climbing options. The…

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Accept the tender crunch of asparagus for your Christmas dinner, whether in salads, soups, or grilled as a separate side dish, adding a touch of elegance to your meals. At its peak, asparagus can be prepared in a variety of delicious ways. Asparagus can be roasted as a side dish, blended into soup, or baked into a casserole. Roasted Asparagus Green Salad This vegan Roasted Asparagus Green Salad features leafy greens and warm roasted asparagus in a lemon olive oil dressing! This asparagus salad is quick and easy to prepare. Aside from leafy greens, sunflower and pumpkin seeds, as well…

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Book Review of Lisbeth and the Littering LadybugsSponsored* | All opinions are our ownThe Children’s Book Review Written by P.E. Shadrick Illustrated by Maya Penzlik Ages: 3-6 | 32 Pages Publisher: P.E. Shadrick | ISBN: 979-8-9912340-0-9 What to Expect: Friendship, problem-solving, and positive thinking. In this beautiful fairy tale, readers will learn about helping others and oneself. When Lisbeth wakes up with her hair full of tangles and knots, her grandmother doesn’t only have the patience to untangle them. She also has an intriguing explanation for why Lisbeth’s hair got so tangled—it was the ladybugs! Lisbeth’s grandmother explains that when…

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From three-time Oscar® nominee and Golden Globe winner Dean DeBlois, the creative visionary behind DreamWorks Animation’s acclaimed How to Train Your Dragon trilogy, comes a live-action reimagining of the film that launched the beloved franchise. On the rugged isle of Berk, where Vikings and dragons have been bitter enemies for generations, Hiccup (Mason Thames; The Black Phone, For All Mankind) stands apart. The inventive yet overlooked son of Chief Stoick the Vast (Gerard Butler, reprising his voice role from the animated franchise), Hiccup defies centuries of tradition when he befriends Toothless, a feared Night Fury dragon. Their unlikely bond reveals…

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The fact is that there are a lot of different ways to approach this, and it might be easier than you think. You mostly just need to make sure you are explaining to them the importance of exercise and that you are doing all you can to make it clear just how important this is. If you have done that, and you are showing it is important through your own role modeling too, then that is going to really make a world of difference and you’ll find that they are going to exercise more.The result will be improved health in…

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