A playground classic for children of every generation, skipping games are active, fun and require little more than some rope or elastic, and a lively imagination. Here, author, Katie Hewett remembers the skipping games of her childhood:(Skipping was

Make rhythms from everyday activitiesClimb the stairs to a steady beat, do up buttons with a rapper's rhythmic commentary.Sing SongsAs you are walking down the street, make up songs about the things you do regularly, such as posting a letter, or grocery shopping.Encourage musical...

Cruise into Christmas with this stylish set of wheelsVilac children's push car £99 from The Conran Shop

repetition of stories, games and songs in order for your child to reach her full potential. Although it may be against the instinctive urge to encourage moving on to new skills, the advice to patience-thin parents is this: The next time your toddler repeats

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Every girl needs a little shower powerMonnalisa Umbrella £54.60 by Boymeetsgirl

45 Days Of FunOpen Now–August 14There will be no excuse to stay indoors this summer with The Gyle, Edinburgh organising 45 days of free summer activities from 1st July. Children of all ages can get involved with activities ranging from free pop recording sessions to cookie icing ...

Grant her wish to scrawl on the wallFairy chalkboard wall sticker £5.75 by Bombay Duck

Grand designs on playtimePlaymobil Grande Mansion £100 from Hamley's

Just the trick for the child who has everythingMagic wand remote control  £49.95 by Kymera at The Wand Company