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Make your garden a haven for wildlife
By Junior on 18/04/2013 11:28:00
Create a place where birds will bask and insects will investigate with these green-fingered tips
As Earth Day 2013 comes around on April 22, our thoughts turn to how we can all protect our precious environment.Turning your garden into a happy haven for wildlife helps the environment, provides hours of fun for children, educates them about nature, and makes it aesthetically a...
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How To Have An Eco-Friendly Children's Party
By Fiona McKim on 18/04/2013 12:47:00
It's Earth Day on April 22 - here's how to ensure that good, green fun is had by all at your next children's bash
Think back to the last children’s party you attended; once the fun and games were over and all of the children had scampered off home what was left behind? If the answer is wrapping paper, cardboard plates, plastic and packaging you are not alone. Every year thousands of tonnes o...
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How your child can turn beekeeper for a sweet cause
By Fiona McKim on 18/04/2013 11:04:00
Family bee awareness campaign launches today
They may have a sting in their tail, but there’s no denying that the buzzing bumblebee is an adorable and essential member of the British ecosystem. Despite this, the results of a survey released today show that many children – and adults – are not aware of the issues facing our ...
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The inside scoop: Little Fashion Gallery
By Catherine Hudson on 18/04/2013 10:31:14
Founder of Little Fashion Gallery, Marie Soudré-Richard, tells us all about the online concept store launching it's own label collection for spring summer 2013
aunt worked as a buyer, buying women's and men's fashion, for the most fashionable department store in Paris during the '60s and '70s. My first personal memory is of a green (one of these flashy greens) outfit from Bonpoint, that my mum bought me - a
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Project Jelly: Bringing retro sandals back to benefit MENCAP
By Fiona McKim on 08/04/2013 10:52:00
Limited edition children’s shoes launched to support charity
.Watermelon Rocks, cherry red sadals with a neon green sole, and Raspberry Mivi, a sparkly pink style that we would have given our Polly Pocket for back in the day will go on sale at the very retro price of £17.95 in independent boutiques including Olive Loves
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How to have an eco holiday
By Junior on 17/04/2013 00:00:00
It's Earth Day on April 22 - here's how to have a greener, happier holiday
to the Caribbean to escape the winter blues, you will be consuming fossil fuels and other resources. Even the increasingly popular “staycation” requires some energy use. Being green doesn’t mean huddling at home, however. You can satisfy your wanderlust and still
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How to book an ethical holiday
By Junior on 19/04/2013 12:01:00
Thinking of booking a holiday? From reducing your air miles to protecting wildlife, here’s how to choose an eco-friendly getaway
Travel have all published responsible tourism policies. Thomson Holidays also has the Green Medal scheme.Look for hotels with eco-design The Gaia Napa Valley Hotel in California is a great example. Visit www.gaianapavalleyhotel.comBe eco-aware of your
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Ten wonderful woodlands in the UK
By Fiona McKim on 04/04/2013 15:32:00
Junior picks ten of the best outdoor adventures for families
Hazelborough Wood, Northamptonshire These are tranquil ancient woodlands where deer and even badgers live. So roll out your blanket and enjoy a picnic while you watch and wait. Thetford Forest, Norfolk This tall pine forest is home to a wide variety of birds including red crossbi...
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Annie Rigg's Rainbow Cookies
By Annie Rigg on 09/04/2013 14:52:00
A classic tricolore cookie perfect for a children's party
This is my take on the classic New York-Italian tricolour cookies, which are red, white and green to match the Italian flag. They are more cake than cookie and no less yummy for it, with a deep almond flavour, jam and chocolate coating
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