on sweet fruit and vegetables more suited to a child’s sensitive palate such as strawberries and carrots.2. Fun and gamesThere is no getting around the fact the gardening involves some hard graft, but you can encourage your child to get his hands dirty

SnowballsA child’s first instinct when he sees snow is to pick up a handful, pat it together and chuck it at the nearest person. Simple snowballing can actually be developed into a surprisingly complex array of competitive games. One thing you can

and an outdoors play space.Spring Plant Fair May 6Green-fingered types can stock up on all things leafy at RHS Garden Harlow Carr in Harrogate. The garden's log maze, family trails and woodland dens will keep little visitors busy.RHS Chelsea Flower ShowMay 22

If you need a break somewhere far-flung and exotic (but without all the travelling, packing and expense), then go for a sensory adventure instead. The perfect place to do this is in the greenhouse network at the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh

brilliant ideas for things to do – in the garden, at the beach, in the park, in the kitchen or to brighten up a rainy day.And when you're just looking for a little chill time, there are few greater pleasures than simply curling up with a book. Get

. That normally helps!Any golden rules for raising a happy eater? Be adventurous yourself and when trying new things, do it in a group. Children are far more inclined to try new things if they see other young people doing it as well. Mine have eaten all sorts

and interesting things to see and touch. It’s a bit like a secret garden and children love it – even in the wet! Inside is just as adventurous and has many different things to see and do. True to its storytelling theme, there are lots of lovely books to read

bag label) Pink Lining - *which was highly commended in our Best Changing Bag category*Do you have a nickname?CharlieWhat did you want to be when you grew up?An artist, writer and mummyWhat were your favourite pastimes as a child?I loved writing

memories can be made by selling, giving away or making a memory box from such treasured things.Handle With CareHow do you tell the difference between an active child and one who has ADHD? And what can you do to regain calm? In Dublin’s Fair CityDiscover why

If you were five years old again, what is the first thing you would do?Take off our clothes and run around the garden!What advice would you give your five-year-old self?Don’t worry – be happy and have fun.What rules would you stick to?A please