7 Rules of Theatre Etiquette Even Little Kids Can Learn

7 Rules of Theatre Etiquette Even Little Kids Can Learn

Have you taken your young kids to the theatre? These days, the options available to little ones, even as young as 2, to attend live performance at local theatres is so impressive. If you have a good regional performing arts centre...
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Make It With Kids: Christmas Bauble Wreath

Make It With Kids: Christmas Bauble Wreath

I love an easy-peasy craft, and with school holidays upon us, I know many of us will be looking for constructive ways to fill the days! Natalie Panzarino shares this adorable Christmas bauble wreath that she made with her 3...
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Artsplore Sydney: Family Arts Events, December 2016

Just in the St. Nick of time, here is your December guide for family arts events around Sydney! As you might expect, quite a lot that’s on this month is holiday themed, and lucky for us because we are being...
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Totally Unique Christmas Gifts for Arts Loving Kids

Totally Unique Christmas Gifts for Arts Loving Kids

‘Tis the season, so sing it with me, mums,and dads, and aunts, and uncles – “Iiiiiiii‘m dreaming of an arts Christmas…” OK, maybe not exactly the classic lyrics, but I feel like even crooning ol’ Bing wouldn’t mi...
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The Book I’m Giving a Kid This Christmas

The Book I’m Giving a Kid This Christmas

Books are my favorite gift to give to kids. What’s not to love about giving and receiving a great book? But, stepping into the children’s section of a bookshop can be an overwhelming experience. Where to begin? It’s easy to...
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Beyond the Chocolate: Give a Book Advent Calendar

Beyond the Chocolate: Give a Book Advent Calendar

Love the idea of doing an advent calendar for your kids, but pretty sure that they get enough chocolate in the days before Christmas, without an extra daily dose? Visual Arts and English teacher Natalie Panzarino shares how she makes...
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Artsplore Sydney: Family Arts Events, November 2016

Spring has sprung and the arts are in the air. From workshops to performances to festivals, there is a month full of family arts events in Sydney this November. Mark your diaries. And, if you put your arts adventures on...
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Declutter?? Why I’m Keeping ALL THE BOOKS

Declutter?? Why I’m Keeping ALL THE BOOKS

Decluttering. Just the word gives many of us a little sigh of relief. Believe me, I get irrationally emotional over a good declutter as much as the next self-respecting Gen X-er, but there’s one stalwart of the minimalist movement that...
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Artsplorers Meet: 12 Year Old Book Blogger, Book Boy

Artsplorers Meet: 12 Year Old Book Blogger, Book Boy

Do you have a kid who is a keen reader? Who better to ask for suggestions on what to read next than another book loving kid? Book Boy to the rescue! Book Boy is a 12 year old who  has...
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It’s a Music Themed Birthday Party!

It’s a Music Themed Birthday Party!

When the mini-Artsplorer turned 2, I wanted to host a small birthday party at home that would be colourful and charming, without making me work too hard. I decided on a music themed party, and I still think it’s the perfect...
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