From learning language, imparting life lessons and strengthening family bonds, reading holds a wealth of brilliant benefits for your child. Here at Junior, we have long been champions of the developmental potential of the written word, so whether

chosen to walk down on the runway in the most fashionable finery. With a dazzling dozen fashion shows over the two days of the famous fashion fair, young child models must call upon more talents than just having a pretty face – though of course

learning to read is a long process, and one that's not always easy.When to startIt's never too early to start reading with your child. "Reading with your baby encourages the progression of listening and commnication skills, both vital for their later

The age of chivalry may be long gone, but it doesn’t stop us lamenting those long-lost values of honour, respect and perfect manners that made the knights and fair maidens of yore so feted. Wouldn’t it be nice if your child grew up with genteel

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, 7-8 years, 5-6 years, 2-3 years and 6-12 months. They must be available for a casting in London on January 5, 2013 and be free for the week of the January 14, 2013 for the photo shoot.All you need to do is email two recent photographs, your child’s

Were you nervous about illustrating a book by Lauren Child, when her fans might expect her to illustrate? Yes, that did cross my mind, as I am not at all stylistically like her, and I feared some might say “What a letdown. What a bad attempt at a

.“The good news is that raised blood pressure is relatively easy to reverse through a healthy diet combined with plenty of physical activity,” says Friedemann. “Too much salt in your child’s diet (often hidden in ready meals and fast food) can also contribute

What is it? When a parent ensures their child has a busier schedule than David Cameron, fitting in hours of sports clubs, music lessons and any other hobbies you might care to think of, not to mention school, homework and the small matters of eating

with your child?"Encourage her to express her feelings verbally," advises child psychologist Dr Richard Woolfson. "Urge your child to think about the emotions of others, to manage her anger, and to try and maintain an emotional balance."For a playful apraoch