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Shortlisted Picture Book Of The Year: Belle & Boo And The Birthday Surprise
By Catherine O'Dolan on 20/05/2012 13:40:44
The innocent whimsical charms of a little girl, Belle, and her pet bunny, Boo
to clothes and toys, it is the dreamy illustrations that are the real stars of the show here.What other award have Belle & Boo won in the Junior Design Awards 2012?Belle & Boo And The Birthday Surprise by Mandy Sutcliffe (Orchard, £10.99)
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Snow Time Fun: Safe tobogganing for children
By Catherine O'Dolan on 16/01/2013 17:13:55
Whizzing down a snowy slope is brilliant fun, but make sure your child plays safe too
and has brakes is a good idea, but this can be difficult for younger children to 'drive'. It's best if younger children ride with an adult, and only on very gentle, short slopes. We've selected some of our favourites toboggans and sledges for children here
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Jean Paul Gaultier interview: L'enfant Formidable!
By Catherine O'Dolan on 19/04/2010 14:56:03
Famed for his conical bustiers and skirts for boys, iconic designer Jean Paul Gaultier introduces his Gaultier Junior collection in our exclusive interview
entertainment and art, Gaultier has designed clothes for Madonna (most famously the iconic conical breasted outfits of her 1990 Blond Ambition tour), Kylie and French crooner and national treasure Johnny Hallyday, while Oscar winner Marion Cotillard
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David Lauren, the son of designer Ralph Lauren, shares his happy childhood memories
By Catherine O'Dolan on 15/09/2010 17:10:10
Our exclusive conversation with David Lauren to celebrate the launch of the RL Gang on the new UK RL website
to create life-long friends.”What did you wear? “I’ve always felt special to be able to wear clothes designed by my father. This was always cool because he made everything, from Rugby shirts, to cool jeans, to racing jackets and this eclectic mix and styling
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My fashionable life: Fiona Lambert
By Catherine O'Dolan on 27/06/2011 11:33:03
Fiona Lambert, brand director of George, reveals her passion for chic and cheerful fashion for kids
with a simple purpose: to design and sell clothes that represent quality, style and value. We have the same mission today. It’s a real achievement to have come as far as we have. As the pioneer of supermarket fashion, today we are so proud to be in over
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Family festivals for 2011
By Catherine O'Dolan on 26/09/2010 07:58:56
A round-up of our favourite family festivals for summer 2011. Book now to make the most of Early Bird offers
are your thing, head to the Bath Children’s Literature Festival September 23–October 3 2011), where there will be a host of goings-on with the brightest and best authors in the world of children’s books. Stay in luxury at the nearby Lucknam Park, a
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A Cute Rising Star For 2011: Claude
By Catherine O'Dolan on 21/12/2010 17:32:18
Always on the look-out for new and exciting literary talent, Junior LOVES the cute little doggy, with a hint of Snoopy. Here, author illlustrator Alex T Smith gives us the inside story on his brilliant new book
situations! Which three words best describe Claude’s character? Bumbling, silly and ever so polite (oops! That’s more than three words!) Do you prefer animal heroes to humans? That’s a very good question, and it’s not something I’ve ever thought about
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Atlantis The Palm: Dubai
By Catherine O'Dolan on 07/08/2010 11:46:49
Opening to an array of celebrity guests and the biggest firework display in the world, Atlantis The Palm in Dubai is a heady mix of glamour and thrills
-crossed on their chest and blind terror written all over their faces before we head off to enjoy the other (slightly more) tame but no less wet pursuits on offer.The Ziggurat is a prime example of Dubai’s eagerness to impress: to be the biggest and the best; to incite
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Five Festival Rules
By Catherine O'Dolan Photography by David Handley at Burning Man Festival (www.burningman.com) on 17/06/2011 16:08:58
Make the most of the summer festivals with our top tips (rule one: don't lose your kids!)
RULE 1 Like everyone at a festival, children need to drink lots of water and keep hydrated and keep their energy levels up. If they dislike the taste of bottled water, mix in a little fruit juice, but don't give them juice or soda all the time. Bag
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