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How to pick the right pet for your family
By Junior on 12/04/2012 14:39:07
We rundown the ins and outs of some popular household pets
PonyGuaranteed entry to the rarefied world of gymkhanas and pony clubs (eek!) but beware the time (they need to exercise every day), money (they are among the most expensive animals you can own), and work (mucking out – and believe me, you’ll end up
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What I found today
By Matthew Holroyd on 15/03/2011 10:30:42
Dressing up made fun and stylish
I found these hugely fun animal jackets today on Etsy, from small Texan company Little Goodall. Choose from a fox, a bear and the above – an unusually friendly lion!
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Wacky shelves
By Junior on 01/11/2008 00:00:00
Javier Mariscal has designed some shelves featuring fantastically peculiar, little creatures
The Ladrillos shelving system by Javier Mariscal uses brightly coloured plastic animal-like creatures that slot and fasten safely into place between shelves. Your child can choose the creature and the combination of colours that appeals to his
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Fabulous interiors for your child's bedroom
By Matthew Holroyd on 26/07/2010 11:28:11
Decorate your child's bedroom in a beautiful array of luscious wallpapers
The Danish company Living has come up trumps with a selection of beautiful kids' non-woven wallpaper that is easier and faster to hang. Choose from funky zoo animal prints, tree patterns and an automobile wallpaper, a snatch at £67 for 10.5 metres
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Shortlisted Best Children's Story App: iPaddington
By Catherine O'Dolan on 20/05/2012 14:32:35
The marmalade-loving bear from darkest Peru is moving with the times with this interactive app
The classic story of much-loved Paddington Bear comes to life – where your child, or you, or anyone of your choosing, can record their voice to tell the story. Fans of the marmalade-loving bear from darkest Peru can also be photographed alongside
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Spring games to play
By Clay Johnson on 23/02/2011 15:50:41
Welcome in a fabulously fun season with a host of outdoor activities
is the winner.Menagerie match-upChoose one person to be the farmer. Her job is to think of two to four types of spring baby animals. Then whisper one to each player (younger children may need pictures of their animals drawn on index card to help them remember
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Glamping in Dorset
By Junior on 10/08/2011 12:06:28
If you like a little luxury with your camping, head for Dorset this summer and try your hand at yurt living
and butterflies as well as barn and tawny owls, foxes and roe deer. Guests can choose to have organic food boxes delivered to their door and there are moonlit barbecues using the estate’s own produce.Prices start from £375 per week for a single yurt sleeping four
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Winner of the Best Games App 2012: iPieces by Jumbo Games
By Maisie Jeynes on 20/05/2012 17:39:23
It’s family games night with these fun pieces from Jumbo Games. Choose from Goose, Snakes & Ladders, Fishing Game or Ice Hockey, download your free gameboards from iTunes, then use your play counters and props (a cute little ladder, or a dinky
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Make a Party Pinata
By Darren Cadapen on 31/01/2010 15:29:20
Make this wonderful pinata for a fun party game
start to make your pinata look pretty by painting it. Choose a colour that matches the crepe paper you'll be adding on or to match the animal that your turning your your pinata into.7. Once painted, glue colourful crepe paper onto the outside
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How to book an ethical holiday
By Junior on 19/04/2013 12:01:00
Thinking of booking a holiday? From reducing your air miles to protecting wildlife, here’s how to choose an eco-friendly getaway
will need to know about disposing of litter responsibly. Teach children about ethical souvenir shopping No shells or animal products. Introduce them to the art of gentle haggling if it’s part of the local culture, but don’t haggle too hard.Don’t give sweets
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