Meet the heart behind KidzBiz NZ
Nau mai, haere mai! Welcome to my world at KidzBiz NZ. Here, you'll discover the passion and purpose that drives my stories for tamariki and resources for kaiako. Join me on a journey to inspire confident, active, and healthy learners.
My journey: sparking young minds
My passion for writing for tamariki and creating resources for kaiako was ignited by my experiences in the classroom and on the sports field. I saw first-hand how stories could capture children's imaginations while gently teaching vital lessons about teamwork, friendship, resilience, wellbeing, and fair play. As a teacher (kaiako), I also understood the critical need for practical, engaging tools that support learning and make teaching both effective and enjoyable. By blending my love for storytelling, education, and health & sport, I embarked on creating narratives and resources that inspire children and empower teachers to nurture confident, active, and healthy learners.
Our impact: nurturing healthy habits
Through my children's books and educational resources, my core goal is to inspire a lifelong love of movement, wellbeing, and learning. I want tamariki to view sport and physical activity as joyful, inclusive, and empowering spaces where friendships blossom, confidence builds, and effort is celebrated above all else. Engaging stories help children grasp essential values like teamwork, fair play, resilience, and striving for their personal best.
For kaiako, I aim to provide practical, hands-on support for both the classroom and beyond. Drawing from my background as a teacher and years in health promotion, I craft materials that are user-friendly, curriculum-aligned, and deeply rooted in real-world wellbeing. My mission is to help kaiako foster positive attitudes towards health and sport, using stories as a powerful catalyst for discussion, reflection, and connection. Ultimately, I hope my mahi helps create confident, active tamariki and supported kaiako who feel inspired to nurture healthy habits that last a lifetime.
My background: a blend of passion and expertise
My journey is underpinned by a strong foundation in education and sport. I hold a Diploma in Applied Sport Studies, a Bachelor of Sport & Recreation, and a Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science, specialising in sport & recreation. My Graduate Diploma of Teaching equips me with classroom insights, complemented by many years working in health promotion, including Health Promoting Schools. Beyond academics, I have cherished playing and coaching numerous sports such as athletics, martial arts, triathlon, swimming, and rugby. I am a lifelong learner, constantly reading, creating resources like journals and educational materials, and I've also published research. This diverse background fuels my commitment to KidzBiz NZ.
"The resources from KidzBiz NZ are a game-changer! They perfectly blend engaging stories with essential life lessons, making learning about health and sport so much fun for my students and myself."
Sarah, Primary School Teacher