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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
River Tay and Macbeth’s famous oak tree, all along pushchair-friendly paths. Muncaster Castle, Cumbria Set in the Lake District’s rolling hills, Muncaster is one of Britain’s best places for seeing wild tawny owls. You can also visit the wildflower
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How to deal with fear of the dark
By Susan Walls on 20/03/2013 00:00:00
Five ways to calm a fear of the dark
1. Be patient Many toddlers go through stages of being scared of the dark. At this age, they're still separating reality from their vivid imaginations2. Acknowledge your child's fear Tell her you understand that the dark can be a scary place
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Five of the best new children's books
By Fiona McKim on 13/03/2013 15:19:36
From Ed Vere's noisy adventure to a snappy sibling, we pick the best new picture books
, all Dennis The Menace knitwear and pendulous dark scribble above his head, in search of some peace in the woods. Now, as those with even a fleeting interest in children’s literature will be aware, the woods are no place to go looking for peace. But Sam
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Land of Kids festival brightens up May bank holiday
By Sophie Westnedge on 24/04/2013 16:40:22
One-day family festival brings an array of curiosities for all the family to the streets of Dalston, London
exploding with flavor, complemented by a host of local bakehouses and home-made grub from London’s finest - so everyone should have lots of energy for the day's activities!Land of Kids takes place on 6th May, between 12pm and 7pm. It's suitable for children
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Selfridges launch exclusive Marni Kidswear concept store
By Sophie Westnedge on 19/04/2013 12:19:34
London shop-in-shop offers most comprehensive range of Marni Kidswear in Europe
, Buying Manager for Childrenswear, revealed her thoughts about Marni Kidswear and it’s place in Selfridges.“Since introducing Marni for SS13 it’s quickly become one of our strongest-performing collections, and one which our shoppers are incredibly excited
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Top ten family rainy day activities
By Junior on 26/02/2013 09:18:00
Fed up of trying to dodge those puddles? Here is our roundup of ten activities to stave off boredom on a rainy day…
1. Body painting Buy a selection of bathtime body paints, then hop in the tub to paint designs on each body part, naming the body parts and the things you are drawing as you go... bees on their knees, a sweet on their feet and so on. 2. Put on a
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How to make the most of museum visits
By Sophie Westnedge on 24/04/2013 09:00:00
From making discoveries to family time, why museums are so important for your child
THERE WAS A time when museums were dark and dusty places, where children were hushed and reprimanded if they got too touchy-feely with the exhibits. Not so these days, where most enlightened museums have brilliant interactive elements and special
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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
The annual family holiday is a great British tradition. Parents need a respite from workplace pressures, and children also benefit from the opportunity to explore new places and face new challenges. For some children, those challenges may include
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Meet Old Bear author Jane Hissey
By Alex Lloyd on 27/02/2013 12:18:39
The illustrator and mother-of-three talks new beginnings, fancy dress and the colour pink
twiddling my thumbs! I wrote a new TV series and got a new publisher. We’re working on re-editing and re-launching the Old Bear series. I’ve read them so many times in schools and for children that I knew exactly what needed to be changed. It’s a long time
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