Action-packed days1. Follow a snorkelling trail, Dorset The clear waters at Kimmeridge Bay provide a great place to discover sea life. Snorkellers must be over the age of five and confident swimmers. Tel: 01929 481044 or visit www

also be a good idea to prop up very small children.5. Wait to exitOnce the show is over avoid the rush to get out by staying in your seats to watch the credits (which for many films now have extra scenes and funny outtakes) then leave once the lights

Perfect for ideas for Valentine’s Day, this book has great crafts for children, from bracelets to sparkly heart garlands. There are even two pages of stickers to decorate special projects. Valentine Things To Make And Do by Rebecca Gilpin (Usborne

The company has two ships, based in Montego Bay and Barbados, each offering two fabulous routes. From Montego Bay, for example, you could visit Mexico, Belize, Grand Cayman and Honduras; or do Barbados to Tortola, St. Maarten, St. Kitts, Antigua and Dominica. Both ships offer fre...

This Is London by Miroslav Sasek (Universe, £10.99)The gorgeous retro illustrations are the star of this classic book that opens with a brown page: “Well, this is London – hidden by fog.” Ha, ha. A wonderful piece of vintage nostalgia depicting the London of a bygone era

to grab a kite and head out. To get you off to a flying start, there are kite-flying festivals in Dorset, East Yorkshire, Wiltshire, Lancashire andSuffolk. To find out more visit The Kite Society.More leisure from Junior:Six top tips for sporting success

of the many foraging books available about how it should be prepared. Food for free by Richard Mabey or www.wildfoodschool.co.uk are both excellent resources for identifying the best foraging areas, and what foods to avoid. More green living from Junior

 affair for older children) to be hung in the bedroom window as a reminder of magical times long after the big thaw. More leisure from Junior:Theatre shows inspired by booksTest out those twinkle toes with Darcey Bussell

more time to move up a level. The main thing is that your child is enjoying himself and feels comfortable and confident in the water.More leisure articles from Junior:The science of sandcastlesSix top tips for sporting success

If you want to invest in a gorgeous cot, but are worried your baby will grow out of it too quickly, take a look at the Ocean Cot/Junior Day Bed. Finished in luxurious oak, the cot converts into an elegant day bed and costs £595 from Mamas & Papas.