"Small boys become big men through the influence of big men who care about small boys.”

Author Unknown

 

 

NEWSLETTER # 14

 

JUNE 2009

 

What is happening in the Western Cape?

ACTIVATING YOUR CHILDS GENIUS AND POTENTIAL

Date: 4 June 2009

Dr Demartini will show you how to understand family dynamics, dissolve learning disability labels as well as assist you to recognize the unique genius of every individual and how to direct their most inspired career choices.

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WACKY W1NE WEEKEND

Date: 4, 5, 6, 7 June 2009

The Weekend will embrace the usual line-up of fun-filled activities,inculding‘meet-the-winemaker’ tastings,vineyard tractor trips,cheese-and olive tastings,a farmers’ market,brandy tours and tastings,a sushi-and wok bar and a simulated rodeo bull to name a few.

A wide range of kids’s activities including: farmyard tours,feeding farm animals,pony rides,paint-ball and magicians will also be on offer.

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CHILDREN'S CLUB

Date: 22 June -  03 July 2009

Each morning from 09:00 to 12:00, the EEC will have a series of creative activities for children aged 5 to 12 years - a wonderful instance for them to see some of the wonders of nature in a relaxed, fun-filled atmosphere.

USEFUL INFO:  As numbers are limited to 40 children per day, booking is essential. Booking opens on 1 June (not before).

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MAKE WAY FOR NODDY

Date: 29 June - 3 July 2009

Noddy, Big Ears, Tessie Bear and friends are back during. Adapted from various Noddy stories written by Enid Blyton (A Chorian Company). Stories included are Noddy's Perfect Gift and Bouncing Ball Alert. Come and join in the fun - lots of audience participation!

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NOORDHOEK FARM VILLAGE ACTIVITIES

Date: 6, 13, 20 & 27 June 2009 

6 June:   Environmental Production (5 June is World environment day)

13 June: Hot chocolate and cookies

20 June: Father’s Day Craft activity and puppets

27 June: Kids put on their mad scientist caps and have fun mixing potions.

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NAPIER PATAT FEST1VAL 2009

Date: 19 - 20 June 2009

Grab your family and get to the Overberg dorp of Napier for a hearty winter jol! This year the quality of the stalls will be even higher and there will be more kids’ activities, such as pony rides and a jumping castle.
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THE BLOUBERG LIFE COACHING STUDIO FOR KIDS NOW OPEN

Date: 27June 2009

Workshops in June 

Micro Zeals (Grade R to Grade 2):  4 week Zeal for Life® Family Workshop
Commences on Saturday, 27 June @ 09h00 - 12h00
 
Mini Zeals (Grade 3 to Grade 5):  4 week Zeal for Life® Family
Commences on Saturday, 27 June @ 13h00 - 16h00
 
For further details regarding our workshops, please go to  www.equalzeal.co.za

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TULBAGH CHRISTMAS IN WINTER FEST1VAL

Date: 27 - 28 June 2009

Marvel at the array of Christmas trimmings and glittering lights, walk with Father Christmas down historic Church Street and help him hand out treats to the many bright-eyed children or walk through the arts, crafts, photographic exhibitions, art galleries and quaint stores. You're bound to find something to start filling the Christmas stockings with.

Jumping castles, pony rides are just some of the activities that will keep the little ones entertained.


 

 

What is happening in Gauteng?

NODDY

Date: 1 June - 6 August 2009

Enid Blyton’s “Noddy”, the odd little boy with the body of a toy and the neck that works like a spring seems forever in a jam. Nod along with Noddy, clap your hands and join in all the fun as Noddy starts his life in Toyland, deals with the goblins Sly and Gobbo and learns that hard work and honesty pays off

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FARM PROGRAMME SET TO FASCINATE CITY CHILDREN

Date: 2 - 26 June 2009

Where do milk, eggs and wool come from? Most city children would probably answer THE SUPERMARKET! But the truth is that these commodities come from farms scattered all around our country. The National Zoological Gardens of South Africa will be hosting its annual Farm Programme for Grade 1-4 learners from 2-26 June 2009.

The programme is offered in English, Afrikaans and Northern Sotho

Bookings are essential and can be made by contacting (012) 328 - 3265 x 173/ 175.

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BABA INDABA

Date: 4 - 7 June 2009

SABC Baba Indaba has entered into a Joint Venture with Homemakers Expo Pretoria.

Yes, you've read correctly! Baba Indaba! and Homemakers will both be at the Pretoria Showgrounds on the same weekend!

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PIPPI LONGSTOCKING

Date: 8th June - 1st August 2009

A brand new musical come to life on stage at the National Children's Theatr'e The combination of songs, dancing and theatrical fun make a charming and highly entertaining play for the entire family. Join Pippi, her monkey, Mr. Nilson, and her pet horse (of course!).  An enjoyable musical for the whole family

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BEN 10 AT GALLAGHER CONVENTION CENTRE

Date: 26 - 29 June 2009

Something out of this world is coming. Ben 10 Entertainment will ensure that  young and old will have a super alien time. From Ben 10 inflatables, jumping castles to bungee trampolines, cannonball and foosball, this June vacation. For a full Ben 10 experience there'll also be a big screen chill area, human cannonball races, photo's with four arms, merchandising stands with everything from t-shirts to toys, and collectible posters for your walls.

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KINDERLAND CLUB

Date: 26 June - 18 July 2009

(Afrikaans & English Kids From 3 - 10 Years Welcome)

Daily Programme:
From 07:00 – Arrive and Tea
Show and Tell - Bring your favourite * for show and tell and tell all your new friends about it
Activity - See Daily Programme Detail
LUNCH
Tuckshop Time (pocket money)
Time for Fruit
Lots of fun and play
17:00 - Time To Go Home

 

 

 

 

 


FEATURED LISTINGS

 

 

 
 

WHY KIDS ASK "WHY?"

 

 
Why does it get dark? Why can't we eat like dogs? Why is red “red”?

In an average day, a four-year old child could ask 437 questions.

1.37 questions every 60 seconds! That’s an amazing number once you start to think about it (don’t think too hard. You need your brainpower to answer your child’s next question right about... now). According to the trivia, this equation should work for most four-year olds. This extremely non-scientific breakdown does not include those children who talk in their sleep.

Experts say that preschoolers (and kindergartners) can become an endless source of "Why?" It is no longer enough to know that something exists. They want a reason for it. They are not asking "Why?" to get a detailed explanation, but to see the logic and order in this world.

Perhaps you will be asked, "Why is the sky blue?" You could give a detailed scientific explanation that would make your physics teacher proud. However, the child will probably be lost before the first sentence is completed. A better answer may be to say that when light shines through things, it sometimes picks up a color. Get a colored glass and shine a flashlight through it. Then say that air gives light a blue color when the sun shines through it. Is it absolutely accurate? No, but it is good enough for a four-year-old.

"Why?" is a four-year-old's way of engaging in grownup talk with Mom and Dad. Sometimes they are not interested in the actual answer so much as to be able to say something and have Mom or Dad respond to them.

I need to confess -  I do sometimes tell my 4 year old that we are going to have a contest to see who can keep quiet the longest (just to keep me from losing my mind completely............)

   
 

FATHER'S DAY - 21 JUNE 2009

 


The Father's Day is a day of commemoration of Dad - the exceptional man in our life. We often forget the sacrifice of our fathers and the roles they have played in shaping our lives. Father's Day gives us the motivation to show and express our love and care to this man, who deserves our support most. Father's Day is the most appropriate platform to make us look beyond 'our own' family and honor the man who brought us happiness. Father's Day is a day to honor not only your father, but all men who have acted as a father figure in your life - whether as Stepfathers, Uncles, Grandfathers, or "Big Brothers."

The word 'Father' is often used to honor spiritual leaders, inventors and originator of an idea, product, service or person. It is so, that fathers have always been associated with guidance and protection, as the person who can be loved, respected and looked up to. Let's use the Father's Day to let these exceptional men know what place they have in our lives and what influence they have on us. This Father's Day will be celebrated on 21st June 2009.  Father's Day is a time of burnt toast and breakfast in bed, family gatherings, and crayon scribbled "I Love You Dad" and, of course, that lovely new tie!

 

Source: http://www.loveyoufather.com/

 

 
 
 
 
 

KIDS CRAFTS AND RECIPES

 

 

CUP O' WORMS


This treat looks yucky but tastes great. Make an edible cup of worms in real-looking "soil." This is a great treat you can make with your child.

You will need:
  • Instant Chocolate pudding
  • Candy worms
  • Cocoa powder (or hot chocolate mix)
  • Chocolate sprinkles - optional
  • Clear plastic cups

Instructions:

  1. Make instant chocolate pudding according to the instructions on the packet and let it cool in the refrigerator.
  2. Put individual portions into clear plastic cups. Let the top of the pudding remain rough looking.
  3. Sprinkle some cocoa powder on the top of each cup. Also add some chocolate sprinkles if desired.
  4. Place a few candy worms in each cup.

Eat and enjoy!


 

UPCOMING FEATURE FOR THE KIDS

 

 

Missing Lynx

Release Date: Friday, 12 June 2009 (Ster-Kinekor)

Running time: 1 hour 15 minutes

 

Missing Lynx chronicles the misadventures of a group of animals as they avoid being kidnapped by an unscrupulous hunter hired by a benevolent millionaire, NOAH. The eccentric old man, aware of the unstoppable destruction of nature, hatches a plan. To help, he recruits NEWMANN, a cold-blooded hunter. But even the most experienced hunter will face endless problems trying to capture our animal heroes led by FELIX, a jinxed lynx who ultimately prevails by commanding a rag tag bunch of brave animals.

 

GIVEAWAYS

 



 

    

CUTIES OF THE MONTH
 

Thank you to Carmen Duminy (Cape Town) for sending us this photo of her two

very cute daughters, Courtney (11) and Zoë (7).

 

 

 

If you have a cute or funny photo of your little one and would like to share it with us, then send your photo and description to :  debbie@parentportal.co.za









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