Mr Bounce by Roger Hargreaves (Egmont, £2.50)Hurtling around like a springy yellow beach ball, Roger Hargreaves' sunny circular creation doesn't let a small problem like uncontrollable bouncing take the smile off his face - a great life lesson for your child about remaining posit...

The Tiger Who Came To Tea drops by your local theatre. For tour details, visit www.thetigerwhocametotealive.comIn The Night Garden LiveMay 24–September 23To the untrained ear, Upsy Daisy and Makka Pakka may sound like gibberish but, to their fans

and handcrafted greetings cards.Jam JamboreeOctober 1–2Enjoy the remnants of a late summer glut and bring the whole family along to Plas Newydd Country House And Gardens for a celebration of jam. Work up an appetite exploring the elegant 18th century house

of the Botanic Gardens in Belfast and you may just spot a fairy or pixie hiding in the shadows at this magical family event. As part of the Belfast Festival At Queens, enchanted creatures and animals will be taking over the gardens for four nights. Listen out

of wild activities.Halloween SkiesOctober 24Those who are afraid of the dark may wish to avoid this special celestial event at The National Maritime Museum. Sit back and relax as an astronomer from the Royal Observatory guides you through the night sky

Christmas events include carols, letter writing to Santa and a flying visit from the good man himself. Light Night December 2 Celebrate the arrival of the Christmas season in Oxford as the city comes alive with a buzzing evening of extravagant illuminations

of al fresco musical concerts.South Tyneside Fireworks DisplayOctober 6A spectacular Guy Fawkes’ Night celebration from South Tyneside Council including a dazzling display on the seafront. Pack a flask of hot chocolate, wrap up warm and join

throughout the day. Moscow State CircusJuly 4–8Roll up, roll up for one of the greatest shows on earth, in Birmingham’s Beckett’s Farm for four nights only! Now mercifully free of any animal performers, The Moscow State Circus are focusing their revamped show

the night sky by his trusty reindeer then take a wintry stroll through the majestic, wonderland inspired gardens.Festival Of AngelsDecember 10–11The medieval city of York will be transformed into a winter wonderland during the two day Festival Of Angels

of the arts and outdoors in the wild meadows, lakes and trees of the ancient Wychwood Forest. Curated by the trendy creators of Lovebox and Secret Garden Party, Wildnerness brings together music, fireside banquets, debate and talks, late night parties, outdoor