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A dreamy Sri Lankan villa
On 19/04/2011 in Long-haul
Get closer to nature and enjoy a piece of paradise in Sri Lanka
, children can enjoy a host of games at the villa, from volleyball to cricket, take a bike ride to the village of Aranwella or get close to nature with whale watching. Animal lovers can also visit the Udawalawe elephant park, the Kalametiya bird sanctuary
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Wildlife watching
On 10/08/2011 in Perfect for...
Get inspiration for amazing family holiday ideas from Bridge & Wickers' travel brochure
South East Asia is home to a huge variety of animal and bird species, including elephants, bats and, of course, orang-utans. Bridge & Wickers, the Australian family travel specialist, has launched a brochure offering inspiring holidays in Vietnam
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Enjoy idyllic Cornwall
On 11/08/2011 in UK
Everyone from babies to adults will have a great time at Glynn Barton's cottages in Cornwall
-day baby swimming course for babies from four weeks of age run by the Swim Academy For Babies. Toddlers and older children will love the daily animal-feeding sessions, as well as collecting the freshly laid eggs. There are also tennis courts, a soft
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Five Ways To Teach Your Child About Farming
On 16/01/2012 in Green Living
their nearest pastoral oasis at www.farmgarden.org.uk, the Federation of City Farms & Community Gardens’ website. As well as getting up close to plenty of adorable animals, a visit to a farm provides an opportunity for children to learn about the farming process
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Come rain or shine
On 20/03/2012 in Shopping
These fun Wild Things dresses tick lots of trends for spring summer 2012
, the collection includes cute animal dress designs with playful paws for pockets. Also, the trend for fox and cloud designs have been captured, and we particularly like the little yellow Chick dress - perfect for Easter. Dresses are currently available in ages 6
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Junior Design Awards 2012: Toys & Games Winners
On 22/05/2012 in Fashion news
Here are all the winners in the Junior Design Awards 2012 in our Toys & Games categories
– Mouse House Sewing KitBest Online Toy & Gift Retailer – Belle & Boo and ToyellaBest Family Video Game – Mario & Sonic At The London 2012 Olympic GamesBest Family Console – Xbox 360 KinectBest Educational App – Count The AnimalsBest Story App
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Junior Design Awards 2012: Toys & Games Winners
On 22/05/2012 in Toy Awards
Here are all the winners in the Junior Design Awards 2012 in our Toys & Games categories
– Mouse House Sewing KitBest Online Toy & Gift Retailer – Belle & Boo and ToyellaBest Family Video Game – Mario & Sonic At The London 2012 Olympic GamesBest Family Console – Xbox 360 KinectBest Educational App – Count The AnimalsBest Story App – Cinderella
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Monkey World, Dorset
On 19/07/2011 in Days Out
Monkey around at Britain's premier simian sanctuary
to rehabilitate primates who have been the victims of smuggling, abuse and neglect, providing a natural living environment for monkeys and apes and a special day out for animal-loving families. Stroll at your own pace through the 65 acre sanctuary marvelling
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Shortlisted Picture Book Of The Year 2012: Who Ate Aunt Iris?
On 20/05/2012 in Children's Book Awards
How safe is a cuddly chinchilla when her neighbours all have sharp teeth and a mischievous look in their eyes?
!”Children will enjoy the playful portrayl of different animal stereotypes, as well as the fun double entendre in the lion's words, especially as Hannah Shaw's perfect illustrations give them a gleeful glint in their eyes!Who Ate Auntie Iris? by Sean Taylor and Hannah
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The best children's apps of the month
On 13/03/2013 in Toys & Games
Our favourite games, storybook and educational apps for your techno whizz-kid
Zoo Train, Android, iPhone and iPad from 62pWhat could be more appealing to a preschooler than a coterie of friendly-faced, vividly animated animals? How about sticking them on a train? The Bright sparks at Busy Bee Studios have combined locomotives
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