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Family theatre for February half term
By Fiona McKim on 15/02/2013 15:31:13
Exciting events to entertain your child this half term
be out in force (well, in literary form) for Really Wild Adventures, an interactive poetry and storytelling session with none other than Ms. Adventure herself, the fragrant Michaela Strachan. Fresh from Cheltenham Literary Festival, pre
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The Science Museum has something for everyone
By Travelodge on 25/01/2013 09:08:00
Fun learning for the whole family can be had at one of London's premier attractions
personal tour of the museum with renowned TV presenter and science enthusiast James May, the new augmented reality app ‘Science Stories’ can enable you to do just that. Picking out his personal favourites from the exhibits in the ‘Making of the Modern World
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Imagine Children’s Festival returns to Southbank for February half term
By Fiona McKim on 15/02/2013 12:43:00
Hervé Tullet and David Walliams amongst stars at magical event
Why should grown-ups have all the cultural kudos? If your child enjoys taking in the arts as much as the next culture vulture, then we have just the event for your family this February half-term.The Imagine Children’s Festival is a fun-packed, full-on takeover of the Southbank C...
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Ken Hom reveals some traditions – and superstitions – for Chinese New Year
By Catherine O'Dolan on 08/02/2013 14:29:00
Start with a firecracker and let the children behave badly. It's Chinese New Year! Here's how to have an authentic celebration
.* On the stroke of midnight, every door and window in the house has to be open to allow the old year to go out.* All debts have to be paid by this time (oh dear). Nothing should be lent on this day, as anyone who does so will be lending all the year. Back when
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Six super-cool snow toys
By Fiona McKim on 10/01/2013 14:26:53
We hear an icy front is on the horizon so treat your child to a slick snow accessory
Penguin and Polar Bear Inflatable SledgesWhat's black and white and fun all over? Why it's an inflatable penguin sledge! The cute waddling chappie is joined by a polar bear chum in these modern toboggans, perfect for easy storage and travel.Inflatable sledge, £15.99 by Snowboogie...
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Top ten family rainy day activities
By Junior on 26/02/2013 09:18:00
Fed up of trying to dodge those puddles? Here is our roundup of ten activities to stave off boredom on a rainy day…
puppet show If you don’t have puppets to hand, then retrieve those fuzzy winter socks from the charity bag and turn them into colourful sock characters. You can do the same with paper bags and even those floppy yellow washing-up gloves. Cut out a large
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An easter eggstravaganza in Wiltshire
By Judith Wilkinson on 11/03/2013 10:00:00
Enjoy a traditional Easter egg hunt at Lucknam Park Hotel & Spa in Wiltshire
readsEaster days outGorgeous cupcakes for Easter
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Family activities… for when you're stuck at home
By Suzanne Milne on 01/01/2013 20:18:00
10 fun activities for children when you're staying in
a traditional wash day Lather up an old-fashioned washing tub (an old tin is perfect, but a plastic bucket will do) and give your child a scrubbing board (a big wooden chopping board is ideal), then set them to scrubbing your old, worn-out clothes
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The Roof Gardens' exciting treat for Easter 2013
By Sophie Westnedge on 11/03/2013 10:01:00
Spring into Easter at Babylon restaurant and The Roof Gardens in Kensington
Looking for something exciting to do for Easter? Head straight to the award-winning Babylon Restaurant at The Roof Gardens in Kensington and treat the whole family to a memorable Easter.To celebrate Easter Sunday and Monday, March 31 and April 1, the Gardens will host a very spec...
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Moist Chocolate Cake With Chocolate Fudge Icing
By Jo Pratt on 13/03/2013 15:47:12
Jo Pratt's recipe is the perfect birthday cake for children
consistency. Divide evenly between the prepared cake tins and bake for 30–35 minutes, until just firm to touch.3 Leave to cool in the tins for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool. (The cake will keep moist for a couple of days if kept
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