to shield our children from life’s harsh realities, such as the threat of nuclear war, and yet children can often surprise us with the maturity and sensitivity of their response.Earlier this year, the UN, in conjunction with Harmony For Peace, launched

be available for app-loving mini-modernites too. Three of David McKee’s classic children’s tales have been given a new lease of life on the digital screen courtesy of storybook app experts Oceanhouse, including this sweet tale about another rather unusual

to think of it as a colouring-in book come to life – where staying within the lines is a certainty.Britannica Kids: Dinosaurs  Android £1.24The esteemed Encyclopaedia Britannica fights back against its online rivals with nine interactive apps for children

Now I Am Big! by Stephen Krensky and Sara Gillingham Abrams, £4.99, from 18 months“I used to just splash. Now I make waves. I used to be shy. Now I am brave,” is the empowering chant exclaimed by this story’s rosy-cheeked retro toddler as he takes us on a personal tour of modest...

Daniel Galvin Jr haircare collectionJunior: How often should you wash a child's hair?Daniel Galvin Jr: It completely depends on age and hair type.  The younger they are, less you will need to wash it, being careful not to strip the natural oils from their little scalps and rememb...

Red reindeer sweater, from £13Stand out from the crowd in an adorable red-nosed reindeer jumper from Next. From £13.

Ganesha’s Sweet Tooth by Sanjay Patel and Emily Haynes Chronicle £10.99, 3+Have you heard the story of how Ganesha broke his tusk? The Hindu god’s ivory folly may not be as ingrained in our collective consciousness as other time-honoured fables, but this beautifully designed twi...

Lovebird Children’s Apron Keep mini-masterchefs’ mess to a minimum, £13.99 from The Pea’s Knees

and has brakes is a good idea, but this can be difficult for younger children to 'drive'. It's best if younger children ride with an adult, and only on very gentle, short slopes. We've selected some of our favourites toboggans and sledges for children here

Do you have a favourite storybook character? We round up a regal rolecall of the most loveable, imaginative and heroic storybook characters of all time. Click on a name find out why they float our literary boat...The Wild ThingsMiffyThe Cat In The HatTintinCurious GeorgeBabarMade...