Raising Kind Kids in a Competitive World
From school rankings to sports leagues to social media comparison, children today grow up steeped in competition from an early age. None of that is inherently bad — healthy competition can build resilience and drive. But in a world that often rewards winning above all
The Backseat Battles: Making Car Rides Bearable
Few spaces concentrate sibling squabbles, whining, and “are we there yet” quite like the backseat of a car. Confined, buckled in, and unable to physically separate, kids often turn small irritations into full-blown conflict — and parents, focused on driving, have limited ability to intervene
Generosity Starts Small: How Children Learn to Give
Generosity in young children rarely begins with a grand gesture or a conversation about values. It’s built through ordinary exchanges, repeated often enough for children to notice that other people have needs, feelings, and wants of their own. “Adults sometimes think of generosity mainly in
Halloween at be.UP Park: Two Ways to Celebrate, Twice the Fun
October marks Halloween! be.UP Park is bringing the fun for every kind of little monster, fearless tween and costume-loving teen. Join us on Saturday, 31 October for a full day of family-friendly Halloween fun, followed by an after-dark party for older kids. By day, it
How to Talk to Your Kids About Big Emotions
A meltdown over the wrong colored cup. Tears over a friend who didn’t want to play. Sudden anger that seems to come from nowhere. Big emotions in children can feel disproportionate, exhausting, and at times bewildering to navigate — but they’re also one of the
Information Is Everywhere. Thinking Matters.
Preparing Learners for More Than Exams Today’s learners can find information within seconds. The greater challenge is knowing what to trust. Learners need to question sources, recognise misinformation, compare perspectives, and make informed decisions. These skills are becoming increasingly important in a world shaped by
Discipline vs. Punishment: What’s the Difference?
The words are often used interchangeably, but discipline and punishment are built on fundamentally different ideas — and the difference matters far more than most parenting conversations acknowledge. Understanding the distinction can reshape how you respond to misbehavior, moving from reactive control toward genuine, lasting
More than a debit order: Why your medical aid matters
Your medical aid has announced next year’s contribution, and your first question is probably: how much more will I pay? When budgets are stretched, it is understandable to question the expense. But before making any changes to your budget, consider what an unexpected illness, injury
Chores by Age: Building Responsibility Without a Battle
Getting kids to help around the house can feel like more effort than doing it yourself — the reminders, the half-finished jobs, the negotiations. But chores aren’t really about the tasks themselves. They’re one of the most effective, research-backed ways to build responsibility, confidence, and
The Power of Routine: Why Kids Thrive on Predictability
If your household ever feels like a constant negotiation — over meals, bedtime, screen time, getting out the door — the missing ingredient might not be more rules, but more rhythm. Routine is one of the simplest, most underrated tools in a parent’s toolkit, and
Screen Time Balance: A Realistic Approach for Busy Families
Screen time guilt is practically a rite of passage for modern parents. Between work calls, meal prep, and simply needing twenty uninterrupted minutes, screens often become the quiet helper nobody wants to admit relying on. The good news: balance doesn’t mean elimination, and a realistic
When Early Learning Starts Looking Too Much Like School
A four-year-old proudly reciting the alphabet can look impressively “ready”. So can a completed worksheet or a page of carefully traced numbers. This is easy for adults to see. What is harder to see is the thinking happening when the same child spends twenty minutes
Kids’ Birthday Parties at BOUNCE Made Easier for Parents
Planning a kids’ birthday party is exciting, but for busy parents, it can also mean a long list of things to organise. From entertainment and activities to food and keeping a group of energetic children happy, there is a lot to think about. Choosing the
Gillian Bonegio Spanish Dance Academy and Company
The Bonegio Spanish Dance Academy and Company has a legacy of over 40 years. It all began in 1984 when Gillian returned from a year-long trip of studying and dancing in Spain and had a dream of passing her passion on to young students, so
Online School or Homeschooling in 2027?
More Choice for Families. Online schooling and homeschooling are often spoken about as though they are the same thing. They aren’t necessarily the same experience. Wingu’s Online School provides a more structured school environment delivered digitally, including scheduled learning, online classes, assessments and academic support.
Raising Resilient Kids in an Uncertain World
Today’s world presents children with unique challenges—rapid change, global events, and constant information can be overwhelming. Resilience, the ability to adapt and recover from adversity, is a crucial skill for kids to thrive. Raising resilient children doesn’t mean protecting them from difficulties but equipping them
Beautiful Creatures: Big Music for Little People
Biography 2026 Beautiful Creatures is a pioneering South African children’s music project created by musicians and writers Ed Jordan and Alan Glass. Born from a desire to create children’s music that parents could genuinely enjoy too, the project began in 2004 with a simple but
