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Yorkshire Sculpture Park, Wakefield
By Fiona McKim on 26/07/2011 11:22:17
Get hands-on with a day out at this open air interactive art experience
environment, here families are free to wander through the park’s 500 acres without constraint, interacting with nature and modern sculpture alike. This combination of down to earth accessibility and a collection of sculptures by some of the leading artists
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Practical Tips And Advice For Coping With A Crying Baby
By Fiona McKim on 27/09/2011 12:09:11
Five simple ways to soothe a teary child
. Recreate this safe environment for by wrapping her up tightly in a blanket, leaving her arms free if she prefers. Hold your baby close to your chest so she can hear that familiar heartbeat, or try running a bath and holding her close to you in the warm
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Tales On Moon Lane
By Fiona McKim on 19/08/2011 10:37:21
The award-winning bookshop which will enchant the whole family
.The enchantingly named Tales on Moon Lane in Herne Hill has been providing an appealing environment for children to read, play and interact with friendly, knowledgeable staff for 8 years. Owner Tamara Macfarlane founded the shop in order to create a space
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Finding feathered friends
By Fiona McKim on 21/07/2011 11:30:02
An enchanting world awaits the budding birdwatcher this summer
259 species of bird migrate to warmer climes as the temperatures begin to drop, making the summer holidays an ideal time for your child to discover Britain’s fascinating avian population.Birds in their natural environment can be a source of wonder
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Westonbirt, The National Arboretum, Gloucestershire
By Fiona McKim on 26/07/2011 17:53:46
Discover Britain's most terrific trees, beautiful blooms and superb shrubbery
-Factor The chance to wander through lush forestry discovering new, exciting environments will appeal to the young and adventurous amongst your family. Pick up a Naturally Playful trail map and explore the children's trail around the arboretum and look out
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Monkey World, Dorset
By Fiona McKim on 19/07/2011 16:44:48
Monkey around at Britain's premier simian sanctuary
to rehabilitate primates who have been the victims of smuggling, abuse and neglect, providing a natural living environment for monkeys and apes and a special day out for animal-loving families. Stroll at your own pace through the 65 acre sanctuary marvelling
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Tips on surviving your child's homework
By Fiona McKim on 23/12/2011 13:32:24
Five simple ideas to encourage learning at home
.Create a productive environment It may sound obvious but making sure your child has somewhere comfortable, clean and distraction free for her studies is extremely important. Everyone works differently so try to find out what suits your child best whether
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Mealtimes with Michael Caines
By Fiona McKim on 13/10/2011 13:36:26
The two Michelin-starred chef talks food, family and Fairy liquid!
. Perhaps with regards to incidents like Baby P the care network is being over cautious with the process of screening parents, and that’s an important process. But at the end of the day the need of a child to be brought up in a loving family environment
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