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Brilliant festive picture books to create the perfect Christmas!
By Junior on 11/11/2011 10:19:06
Our selection of brand new and classic picture books that celebrate the festive season
The Snowman Sound Book by Raymond Briggs (Puffin, £6.99)So powerful were Briggs’ illustrations and so evocative was the music in the animated film that it is easy to forget that this classic children’s story is told only in pictures. Here, Briggs
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Junior's Guide To A Summer Of Fun
By on 26/07/2011 14:00:59
Excellent events, grand days out, rocking festivals and fabulous family activities – we've got your summer sorted, come rain or shine
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
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Feast on festivals this summer
By Catherine O'Dolan on 14/05/2013 15:10:47
Escape the routine of family life at a festival that celebrates music, dance, comedy and more – coming soon to a field near you...
Florence, Festival Director. “Hay Fever was set up to celebrate children’s writers. It’s is a big family gathering and we want to feed and entertain readers of all ages.”The festival entices the literary great and good: previous speakers include Sebastian
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Family festivals in the UK
By Junior on 12/08/2011 17:31:31
What could be further removed from the daily routine than the chance to let your hair down at a family festival?
Playpen area.Finally, if books 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
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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
Guinea Pig Village, and a brilliant adventure playground. Just one word of warning to parents: take advantage of the on-site babysitting for an hour or two, or you are in danger of spending all your time in the children’s Playpen area.Finally, if books
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Junior meets Gruffalo creator Axel Scheffler
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 21/06/2012 15:05:20
Out of his pen has flown everyone from the fearsome Gruffalo to unlucky jogger Stick Man and melodious miaow-er Tabby McTat. We meet adroit illustrator Axel Scheffler
for an illustrator and asked me. It’s great working with Julia, she’s a brilliant writer. She puts together the words first and then I come along and do the pictures.Which of your books are your favourites? I always find it easier to do the quirkier and more
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Catch a glimpse of Christmas 2012 at Amazon
By Catherine Hudson on 13/07/2012 15:05:17
Junior brings you an exciting sneak preview of what to expect at Amazon this coming festive season
selection of fashion gifts for children including Junior favourites such as French connection and Rachel Riley.BabyThere are some lovely gifts for baby to be found at Amazon. Some nice stocking fillers include a GroEgg cover in the shape of an owl
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How to make the most of museum visits
By Sophie Westnedge on 24/04/2013 09:00:00
From making discoveries to family time, why museums are so important for your child
THERE WAS A time when museums were dark and dusty places, where children were hushed and reprimanded if they got too touchy-feely with the exhibits. Not so these days, where most enlightened museums have brilliant interactive elements and special
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Brilliant Brighton
By on 25/09/2009 17:21:03
Take a seaside stroll with your babe around Brighton
of the museum objects (if you are willing to risk a heart attack before the end of this walk…). For older children, creative art activities take place most Saturdays using various media and led by respected children’s book illustrators, such as the well
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