.”Families looking for an out-of-this world experience on October 8 may wish to cast their eyes skywards in celebration of International Observe The Moon Night.This global event, part of World Space Week, was created to celebrate the recent NASA mission, Lunar

There are many magical firsts for your child, but seeing her dip her tiny toes into the ocean and watching her reaction – probably squeals at the sudden shock of the iciness of it all – is one of the most memorable. And indeed, letting the gentle

, and karaoke. Early bird tickets have already sold out, so get in fast for 2010. Visit www.secretgardenparty.co.uk6. JULY 23–25 Womad, Wiltshire This festival offers a world of music with performers from as far afield as Ethiopia, India and New Zealand

for children – even Rupert the Bear is joining the search (visit www.rupertbear.com). But how will your child recognise an ancient tree? Well, in layman’s terms it’s simply one that makes you say “wow”! Like humans, ancient trees tend to get shorter and fatter

A museum designed to appeal to a child’s fun-loving curiosity? What a cracking idea! Inspired by the ground-breaking children’s museums of North America, Eureka! takes a play-based approach to learning. The six amazing galleries are filled

3AZ; www.thelowry.comEATTeddy Bear’s PicnicWhat: Bears, eats and Build-a-Bear goodie bags for the first 100 child/teddy bear duos to arrive.Why: It’s alfresco eating at it’s most child-friendly.When: August 8, 12–4pm.Where: Piccadilly Gardens; www

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

Singing festive songs is the perfect way to warm the cockles and blast away the winter blues. This winter your child might be taking part in the Young Voices choir. Thousands of children will be gathering at four venues across the country

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along folding stools that your child can stand on to see above the crowd. Don't feel bad about pulling back and chilling out when the chaos starts to get overwhelming.RULE 3 Set up landmarks at camp for both day and night, such as banners, flags