Read our helpful guide to identify friend or foe:* The kindly elderly couple The sweet elderly couple who can't keep their eyes off you. Probably have grandchildren of their own (who may live far away and they don't get to see them often) and your

.Praise positive behaviourLet children know what behaviour you like, and why – and heap on that praise. More psychology from Junior:Five ways to conquer childhood fearsWays to boost your child's body image

and emotions, whereas boys tend to focus on common interests: a computer game, football or playing with tractors. Girls bond with small groups, while boys have a wider, but more casual, circle of friends. Your child is reliant on you for a wide friendship

and the closeness between you and your baby that comes from reading together. You can start sharing books with your baby as early as you like but don't get hung up on how she looks at them. Choose books which are fine to chew. Pick chunky board books, plastic books

What’s your earliest food memory? The breast of my mother. What foods did you like and dislike as a child? There were no foods that I can remember disliking. All my mother’s food was delicious. What did you eat for school dinners? My mother used

How did you get into ballet?
My mother sent me to ballet classes when I was five to get rid of some energy – I was a horribly hyper child. I used to go every Saturday with my friends. To start with, I wasn’t interested in becoming a ballerina

to be on duty over Christmas. I felt a deep sense of gratitude and wanted to share this feeling with everybody. I wanted to remind everybody about these people.2) Are you a parent yourself? What do your children think about the book? I have a daughter called

are sharing with your child. Books can also broaden the vocabulary you use with your child. They bring places and events to life outside our everyday experience. Reading also encourages your child to talk. The best way to use books is as a stepping stone

and calm; an environment that is serene with relaxing colours. Your child can sense your emotions and if you are relaxed at sleep time, because the setting and feel in the nursery is tranquil, then your child will feel relaxed too.  For those times when

). Here, celebrity chef Ken Hom shares his tips on how to host the perfect Chine New Year Banquet: “Shooting off firecrackers on the eve of Chinese New Year is our way of sending out the old year and welcoming in the New Year – and don't forget