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Oliver Jeffers' new picture book series
By on 30/05/2012 17:05:03
The Lost And Found creator launches a quirky new picture book series starring The Hueys
story about individuality.Find out about The Hueys In The New Jumper ebook, read by Jarvis Cocker.The Hueys In The New Jumper was Shortlisted in our Junior Design Awards 2012. Read our full review
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Story PR host a feast of Christmas 2012 delicacies
By Catherine Hudson on 18/07/2012 10:43:38
From sparkling English wine and locally reared turkey to Italian chocolates and Mexican guacamole, we tried it all at Story PR's Christmas preview
sparkling wine with a splash of Sipsmith's sloe gin for a refined addition to dinner or a fabulous party partner. We also spotted a Wahaca cookery book by Thomasina Miers, founder of the cult Mexican street food restaurant, which would make a fantastic
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Domenica's darling dogs
By Fiona McKim on 06/08/2012 12:42:53
These quirky Celtic canines are crafted by hand, with love
tag of Domenica's hand spun creations, crafty DIY kits are also available to buy from her online boutique starting at a very reasonable £24.50.Read on for a gallery of Dominica's adorable creationsDon't miss Junior's review of Domenica More Gordon
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A spooky children's app for Hallowe’en
By Fiona McKim on 24/10/2012 18:08:00
The Witch of the East is an olde worlde ghost story with a 21st century spin
with haunting illustrations that jump to life on an iPad screen.What’s more, a large percentage from sales of the original book and app go towards SBCC, a charity providing support for young burn survivors across Scotland.To find out more, or download the app
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How to have a hip Hallowe'en
By Catherine Hudson on 29/10/2012 13:09:00
Check out our pick of the best ways to shop, spook and serve up a happening Hallowe'en
treats, from cool costumes to creepy cakes...EntertainmentA spooky children's app for Hallowe’enFive spooky books for Hallowe'enFilm Reviews 2012: ParanormanHotel Transylvania: A Monster Hit for Hallowe'enHalf-term family films: Frankenweenie
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Five Rules For Playtime
By Anthony T DeBenedet & Lawrence J Cohen on 01/10/2012 14:42:24
Before you go head-to-head with your child in battle, review these rules for happy play
’t abruptly end the roughhousing, but verbally review the rules, listen to what your child has to say, then reengage when everyone's ready.2. Follow the GigglesIf you do something that makes your child laugh, do it again. And again. This advice might seem
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Diary Of A Wimpy Kid: Dog Days
By Catherine O'Dolan on 03/07/2012 12:55:48
Long-suffering Greg Heffley huffs his way through a big summer adventure – with mayhem and mishaps along the way
that doesnt' factor that his mother's idea of fun is a book club, and his dad believes that a kid should be out playing sports and other exercises.Such is the oft' thwarted intentions of Greg, the classic middle child who is sandwiched between his bullying
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Meet the real Mee family
By Fiona McKim on 16/07/2012 12:51:06
The family whose story inspired Hollywood film, We Bought A Zoo, talk to Junior about a life transformed by big cats and even bigger dreams
mistake, and it’s my fault if they do. I don’t think my adrenaline level has ever really recovered from that realisation”.Former journalist Mee had been living in France with his wife Katherine and two young children, renovating barns and writing a book
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