In our Mad Food Science™ Program, we empower kids to make better food choices. I just love how it gets the kids thinking about what everything they eat. This week a boy in year 5 asked me Is a A Sandwich Healthy? It’s a great question. Given sandwiches are still a staple in many Australian lunchboxes, […]
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How You Can Help Improve Your Canteen or Tuckshop
Have you ever wondered How You Can Help Improve Your Canteen or Tuckshop? Or thought about it, then been told by other’s its all too hard. Perhaps you have even tried but felt like you’re banging your head against a brick wall? Then know you are not alone. We’ve been travelling Australia in our Big Green Bus, […]
When Convenience Is NOT Saving You Time
This post When Convenience Is NOT Saving You Time was inspired by a conversation I had with some parents at a camp ground we have been staying at. The conversation went something along the lines of “your bus turning up was like the slap we needed”. Our big green bus, Kaley, was designed to capture attention. […]
Valentine’s Day Ideas Without The Commercialisation
I am a big sap, I love, love! I walked down the aisle to Beatles All You Need Is Love. But I am really not a fan of the consumerism around Valentine’s Day. I think there are lots of ways you can show the people you love them (everyday) without spending money on flowers, chocolates […]
Pre School Childhood Obesity – Who Is Responsible?
Last week a news report broke across Australia about pre school childhood obesity in Australia. The report stated: About 20 percent of children are already overweight or obese by the time they start school; and 5 percent of Australian children aged 2–4 years are classified with obesity. In Australia, $17 million dollars a year are […]
Help Your Kids Beat The Lunchbox Bullies
Ewww! That smells. Or That looks yuk! Have your kids ever been exposed to this when they open their lunchbox? Both of our two have been, and from stories other parents have told me, it’s not an uncommon event. I want to share with you how you can help your kids beat the lunchbox bullies. The […]