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    Factual books for kids from NZ and beyond

    Factual books for kids from NZ and beyond

    Mary Walker reviews one British and three Kiwi non-fiction books for children of various ages and finds that, generally, they're being done well. Here are books on biodiversity, space, sharks and feet! A spread from Lots by Nicola Davies (Walker Books) Books are big in our house. As a homeschooling family (with children aged nine, six and five years old), books of all kinds make up a large portion of our learning. Fiction gets a lot of airtime. But it’s the non-fiction books
    Crafts with Fifi: NZ's Great White Sharks

    Crafts with Fifi: NZ's Great White Sharks

    Never be stuck for something to do! Keep your hands and brain busy with glue, tape and scissors – and have crafty fun with Fifi! Would you put your finger in the mouth of a shark? No? Well, here’s a safe way to have some fun while you learn about New Zealand’s Great White Sharks! You will need: An egg carton Scissors – small nail scissors are going to be very useful for this craft! Red, black and white paint Paint brushes – a fine one will help for the details Glue – craft gl
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