introducing some plastic coins or real pennies into the game. Teaching very young children about what money is for and how it changes hands will lay the foundations for more complex shop games involving change giving and basic numeracy skills.Whilst you may

pocket money and a good old piggy bank.As the pile of pennies grows, your child will appreciate the power of patience as she saves up for that special something, while counting her earnings will further develop numeracy skills too.Meanwhile, setting her

to the grounds of Calke Abbey to wow the crowds with their flying skills. Give them a run for their money by either buying a kite or making one in a crafty workshop.Red Riding HoodApril 14,15Back by demand, after being such a success at Christmas, Engine House

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

's Project with great ideas for how to be less wastefu;. Their suggestions include: freezing leftovers, learning about portion control and sorting out the store cupboard. To save money on food bills and reduce waste, visit www

over what can and cannot go in. Gently suggesting that Santa may not be able to carry more than three toys is infinitely preferable to loudly exclaiming that you will not be splashing out your hard-earned money on the entire Lego Star Wars collection.3

’s Charity are offering school pupils the opportunity to experience the wonder of Neverland and the boy who never grew up as well as raising money for an admirable cause with Peter Pan Week 2012.From February 27 until March 2 schools up and down the country

Bakery in Sex And The City and moreish Ladurée macaroons in sorbet shades.Whipping up something scrumptious with your child isnot only a great bonding experience, but is an enjoyable way to help develop her concentration, motor skills and learn about

some of the more colourful varieties explained therein. And if you didn’t take steps to avoid these plagues – by paying your vet enormous amounts of money – your lovely bunny could grow a giant head, haemorrhage blood and have maggots eat her from

in these money-conscious times – no chance of running up a huge bar bill as it’s all free. With its “Table Coup de Coeur” status for culinary excellence, the food was delicious – a daily choice of hearty meats and hot dishes, delicious salads and far too many