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Giant Lego brick boxes
By Junior on 01/12/2010 00:00:00
Aspiring architects can build their own enormous Lego tower with Lego Brick Storage Boxes
Look what’s in store for Lego Simple but effective, these Lego Brick Storage Boxes are designed especially for Store, the storage experts. Just like Lego bricks, each box can be clicked together and stacked. A perfect bedroom storage solution, each
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Be boxing clever
By Fiona McKim on 16/02/2012 12:03:36
Five creative ways with cardboard boxes for you and your child
and magazine cuttings then cover the finished article with laminate roll to give a protective glossy finish.3. Build a hotelStack several small boxes on top of each other with the openings facing the same way and your child has the foundations of his very own
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Superb storage units
By Junior on 01/09/2009 00:00:00
Organize your family home with these great storage units
Storage, storage, storage! That’s the mantra when it comes to nurseries and bedrooms. So stow away all those building blocks and toys in a combination of Trofast drawers, boxes and shelves. This combination costs £243. Separate units start from £36
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This month in Manchester…
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 04/08/2010 14:16:53
Three fun family activities for the holidays
SEETransformations 3What: An exhibition of oversized film packaging boxes designed by artist Leo Fitzmaurice.Why: It’s a technicolour pick-me-up. When: Until September 5, 10am–8pm (Mon–Sat), 10am–6pm (Sun).Where: The Lowry, Pier 8, Salford Quays M50
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Preserving precious memories with your child
By Fiona McKim on 22/09/2011 17:52:34
Record those special moments with these simple and fun ideas
great keepsakes as do favourite toys if she can bear to let them go! Discussing with your child what should go in the box is also a great way of helping them to learn about themselves, their priorities and their place in your family. Build a virtual
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Ways to encourage your child's creativity
By Fiona McKim on 20/12/2011 17:17:54
1 Dress up Create a dress-up box. A doctor, a dragon or Darth Vader… pretending to be something or someone else will let your child’s imagination run riot.2 Stimulate sensesYour child will love exploring different textures and scents. Gather leaves
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Good old fashioned games
By Judith Eagle on 02/10/2012 14:09:00
If you’re nostalgic for simple childhood pleasures, nurture your child’s imagination with spontaneous back-to-basics activities rather than expensive toys or a structured schedule of events. Try some of these more traditional play ideas
are all good. Complete the ultimate dressing-up box by adding some smaller accessories, such as an eye patch, magic wand, cardboard sword and feather boa. Build a denChildren flourish in kingdoms of their own making but, according to Roger Hart, New York
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Summer Events For London
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 15/07/2011 14:03:42
Our pick of fun family activities for the summer holidays
of activities, including cooking classes, cake decorating and the maddest mad hatter’s tea party.Play DirtyJuly 23Learn all about dirt at the Wellcome Collection. Help to build a giant sculpture or use dust, dirt and sand to make pretty patterns.Ben & Jerry
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Fabulous February half-term outings
By Georgina Cox on 10/02/2012 15:12:36
Our pick of the best family events in your area
and stick it together for an easy-to-build collectible creation for you to take home.Bird Box DayFebruary 19Springhill inCounty Londonderry will be hosting this chirpy springtime event – help to rejuvenate the bird boxes, discover who has been living
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Advertorial: Is your child about to take the 11 Plus?
By Gavin Day on 25/07/2011 09:41:19
Need some help? Everything you need is available from Bond
. It provides unlimited access to online tests, helps to build exam skills and targets weaker areas; with instant feedback and full answer explanations so you don't have the added pressure of trying to explain an answer or mark tests.Bond 11 Plus books start
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