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Five things to find at the seaside
By Kate Donoughue on 05/07/2011 13:25:24
When you're bored of building sandcastles, there are lots of other things to do by the sea
1 PebblesLook at the pebbles on the beach and see if you can match them to the rocks in the nearby cliffs. Large pebbles are great for making beach art or even just for spelling out a child’s name. Collect large smooth pebbles to make paperweights
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Playtime in Provence
By Kate Donoughue on 18/07/2011 12:06:11
A beautiful place to stay in south-eastern France
Famed for stunning scenery that has inspired artists from Cézanne to Van Gogh, Provence could now be just the place to inspire children in the art of play. The Four Seasons Resort Provence at Terre Blanche has teamed up with Lego to create a Kids
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Valentine's Day Crafts Made With Love
By Kate Donoughue on 06/01/2011 08:01:30
Easy-to-make gifts for Valentine's Day
Our Valentine's Day handiworks are simple to create. Just print out these Shaker Heart, Baby Bootees and Paper Frame templates at 100 per cent on A4 paper and follow the easy instructions featured in the February issue of Junior magazine.Happy crafting!
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Templates for Playsail and Flag
By Kate Donoughue on 13/02/2012 11:40:26
Sail away on a sea of creativity with this easy craft project for you and your child to make together
In the April issue of Junior, out on March 2, we feature some brilliant crafty ideas from Homemade Home by Sania Pell (CICO, £16.99). For full instructions, be sure to pick up your copy of Junior. Print out this template to 4x its size and use to make your flag and playsail.
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Kimono Cutie
By Kate Donoughue on 27/09/2010 12:04:53
Make an Oriental doll your child will love
To get started making your cute Panda Buns doll, download these 12 pattern pieces. Please make sure your printer is set to 100 per cent A4. Cut them out from your designated fabrics, cutting the number of pieces called for on each one. Unless otherwise noted, seam allowances ar...
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Postcard from Croatia
By Kate Donoughue on 19/04/2011 14:15:47
Why we love the coast of a thousand islands
’s national parks or a visit to Copacabana beach with its spectacularly fun sea slides.Parents will love... Island-hopping trips to gems such as Lokrum with its tranquil botanic gardens or exploring beautiful Dubrovnik itself – the Museum of Modern Art has
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Postcard from… England
By Kate Donoughue on 19/07/2011 15:41:01
Maybe it's because I'm a Londoner…
Why go there? See this historic and cosmopolitan city before the Olympics crowds descend next year. Children will love... The Dinosaur Gallery at the Natural History Museum, toy shopping in Hamleys and the hands-on art activities at Tate Modern
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An English country house
By Kate Donoughue on 18/04/2012 11:13:58
Relax in luxury at The Elms Hotel & Spa in Worcestershire
break. All baby equipment is provided at no extra cost, and a free crèche offers exciting activities including crafts, arts,cooking and games. Outside, there is table tennis, football, croquet, a trampoline and an adventure playground – so childrencan
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Five of the best walks through autumn leaves
By Kate Donoughue on 02/09/2010 12:55:50
Welcome the autumn with a bracing, crunching and swishing walk through leaves ablaze with colour
the reasons why trees change colour then try a different tree-inspired art activity each day. Time: 10.30am–4pm. Cost: free after admission (£9 adult, £4 child, under-fives go free). Ages: 4+. Visit www.forestry.gov.uk/westonbirt2. Visit Hever Castle in Kent
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Your gifted child
By Kate Donoughue on 05/10/2010 12:52:07
What to do if your child is gifted and talented
.Gifted children should experience subjects they are learning about in a deeper way. They can read books, do research using the internet, visit museums or art galleries, and discuss their ideas with others.If your child's complains of being bored or under
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