Wooden Advent House £49.95 from John Lewis

Lego fans will love to build up a scene of busy city life with this brilliant Lego City Advent Calendar, £24.99, which has a little gift for every day up til Chrismtas eve.

Hi, it's me, Joe.Day 6 of the biggest battle of them all, and would you believe we are all even Stephens! What will today's contest bring?In the Lego Star Wars corner, we have… Chewbacca. A strong contender!In the Playmobil Knights Tournament, we have… oh, a sort of fence thing, ...

Hi, it's me, Joe.Yes, I know, I know. What's Joe Blogs without a picture of Yours Truly, but I've been so busy these last few days (training for the nativity play, more of that later), so I didn't have time to be papped, and I've fallen behind with my special investigative resear...

Hi, it's me, Joe.And yes, I know I've got bed hair today, but I seem to have got somewhat dishevelled during the night. Ho hum. And now as the competition is really hotting up, I'm pleased to say that today's entrants have put a smile on my face and a spring in my step (not to me...

Hi, it's me, Joe.Oh my, I can hardly contain my excitement as the big day approaches and our grand finale is upon us. Who will win my ultimate battle?Here's onto Day 23's contenders.In the Playmobil Knights corner, we have some right royal accoutrements for our little prince: a c...

, smells and tastes of London. Groups who fancy a little friendly competition can up the ante by splitting into two teams and battling it out for the accolade of ultimate festive family!Interactive Giant Advent CalendarDecember 1–23The countdown