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Meet Eggy Wawa, the animation and toy series to help encourage curiosity

ZURU, one of the world’s largest toy manufacturers, has launched a new animation series and toy line, Eggy Wawa, designed to help young kids come out of their shells by encouraging their natural curiosity. The series follows the adventures of four children and Sheldon the elephant, and their knowledgeable teacher as they learn and explore […]

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Barbie® introduces the first blind Barbie Fashionista Doll

Mattel, Inc. has added a blind Barbie doll to its collection, created to allow even more children to find a doll that represents them and inspire all children to tell more stories through play. This launch, representing those with visual impairment, is supported by the South African Guide-Dogs Association for the Blind (GDA), which enables

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Fun and enriching indoor activities for families – South African style

Winter often confines families indoors, but Dibber International Preschools encourages families to view this as an opportunity to bond and learn together. Ursula Assis, country director at Dibber International Preschools, emphasises the importance of embracing indoor activities that entertain and enrich. “During the colder months, it’s a great idea to engage in activities that keep

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ZURU Toys: Inspired by kids and imaginative play

With increasing consumer demand for toys that are not only fun but also sensory and educational, ZURU Toys is at the forefront of the trend of toys with purpose in South Africa, capitalising on the growing desire for meaningful play experiences. “As champions of creativity, we utilise our strength in agility, automation and innovation to

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Plan a family-friendly cable car trip this winter holiday before the Cableway’s maintenance shutdown

Winter holidays are upon us! After two gruelling terms and mid-year exams, your kids may be tempted to succumb to the slump and spend the weeks indoors, watching movies or playing video games on their phones. In the interest of their wellness, let’s make sure they enjoy some outdoor adventure and immerse themselves in nature

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The best of the latest shows and movies for your kids these holidays

Somehow, we’re nearly halfway through 2024 and the coldest school holidays of the year are upon us.  Thankfully, African streaming service Showmax has rounded up its best kids content of the year so far, to help Showmies keep the peace inside during those long, chilly winter days. So, if you’re looking for something to watch

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Total Ninja now a Discovery Vitality points-linked fitness facility

Total Ninja South Africa, Africa’s largest inflatable and obstacle park, is now a Discovery Vitality points–linked fitness facility. This initiative marks a significant milestone for Total Ninja as the business continues to lead the way in family entertainment and wellness initiatives. Discovery Vitality is a dynamic and science-based behaviour-change programme that combines data analytics with

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The power of imaginative play and self-expression

In a world with bright screens and busy schedules, the importance of imaginative play often gets overlooked. Yet, it’s through play that children explore, create, develop and express themselves in ways that shape their understanding of the world. This is why imaginative play and self-expression is so significant: Cognitive developmentImaginative play is not just entertainment;

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