, nutritious, slow-cooked stew that fills the house with its aroma while keeping the kitchen warm and cosy?More natural parenting tips from Junior:Five ways to have an eco-friendly school runFive ways to create an eco-friendly bedroom

, red tomatoes and of course orange oranges!2. Read a book Leafing through the pages of an art book with your child is not only enjoyable, but will stimulate her creative learning. Colour by Ella Doran would be a great starting point.3. Go for a walk

, there will simply be fewer holidays around. But, for now, it is a buyers’ market. So whether you like to get back to nature, take a package holiday, go to an adventure centre, sail off on a cruise, travel off-season or go long-haul, here is what you’ll need to know

to listening, while dual-language picture books and flashcards work well for more visual learners. And for children who can already read, putting labels on things around the house, naming them in another language is helpful. By the time your child is three, she

, and also walk discovery trails in the Sapiranga Natural Reserve, where they can cool off in the waters of the Pojuca River,  kayak through mangroves or attend an evening of storytelling with Brazilian myths and legends.Another thing to look for when booking

 affair for older children) to be hung in the bedroom window as a reminder of magical times long after the big thaw. More leisure from Junior:Theatre shows inspired by booksTest out those twinkle toes with Darcey Bussell

.What’s best for children? Younger children will enjoy the Kid’s Club that offers arts, crafts and nature trails. 
The child-friendly pool is a hit with mini loungers and has a special bar offering virgin fruit cocktails. Older children can enjoy scuba diving

to impress and pamper all the family with its slick service. Children under 18 can share their parents’ room at no extra charge. There are special children’s menus, colouring books, board games and DVDs to borrow. Babysitting services are available

.TreehousesA couple of years ago, Keycamp introduced a few treehouses on its French sites and was overwhelmed by the demand. After all, with their location high in a tree canopy, a treehouse really is a dream holiday for any child with Jungle Book-style ambitions

naturalist guides who lecture on the natural history of the archipelago and lead the visits to the islands. Book via www.scottdunn.com or www.journeylatinamerica.co.uk.Closer to homeHead to Orlando to rub shoulders – quite literally – with dolphins