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Storybook Heroes No 14: Winnie-the-Pooh
By Catherine O'Dolan on 20/11/2012 15:52:00
Meet the brilliant fictional characters who have become timeless classics in the world of children's books
loveable, even if he's not the brightest bear in the honeypot (therein lies the attraction).* His self-depricating ways, as he refers to himself as "a bear with very little brain", and his cunning plans, like pretending to be a little black rain cloud
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Hotel Transylvania: A Monster Hit for Hallowe'en
By Catherine O'Dolan on 18/10/2012 14:56:00
With a ghastly cast of ghouls, monsters, vampires and freaks, Hotel Transylvania is a real hoot for Hallowe'en
at home. “Dracula is just like any dad, really,” says Sandler. “He's overprotective, controlling, manipulative, and slightly insane – but it all comes from a good place: fear of his daughter getting hurt.”Ah, but we all know about the best-laid plans
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It’s Gonna Get Ugly
By Catherine O’Dolan on 19/04/2010 11:34:41
The story behind Uglydolls from creator David Horvath
that she can make a “smelling” noise.Q. What are your plans for the future? Are you thinking or doing accompanying picture books or animated stories? World domination, perhaps?A. There’s no such thing as world domination, so we’ll go with books! We’ve just
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Giraffe
By Catherine O'Dolan on 04/10/2010 12:43:02
Recently given an award for its family-friendliness, Giraffe is a fun place to eat out
banish any such fears if you’re planning a family visit to Giraffe, the name apparently chosen because giraffes have the largest hearts of all land animals: the philosophy at Giraffe is definitely service with a smile and the food is an enticing
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Girl Power: 10 rules for raising successful daughters
By Catherine O'Dolan on 22/02/2011 12:12:11
They might say it's a man's world, but girls can be bright and brilliant too!
, drama, dance, sports. Learning to manage busy schedules teaches them organizational and planning skills, but make sure they have some quiet time too.7. Allow your daughter to be competitive Girls sometimes avoid competitive activities unless
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Time to get fit, mama!
By Catherine O'Dolan on 23/12/2010 10:25:52
How to feel fit and fabulous with, well, just a little effort and determination
the motivation to get back on track tomorrow.2. Get plenty of sleep You will not be able to maintain any sort of fitness and diet plan if you are tired. Don’t push yourself if you are still feeding in the night, or are feeling exhausted during the day. Begin
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Exclusive interview: Dolce and Gabbana
By Catherine O'Dolan on 24/09/2012 15:04:53
Famed for their glamorous, playful style, Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana tell Junior about their new children's collection
future plans for the Dolce & Gabbana childrenswear collection? SG The childrenswear collection is the last piece of the puzzle in our grand plan to make the Dolce & Gabbana style both unique and immediately recognisable.DD We will give the same attention
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Living la Dolce Vita at Borgo Egnazia
By Catherine O'Dolan on 23/05/2012 12:17:50
Is there a location more lovely for the whole family to while away a idle summer days than Borgo Egnazia in Puglia, Italy?
patio. In reality, we only really returned to our townhouse to sleep – with a couple of detours as we orientated ourselves, as all the villas look the same.The relaxed ambiance of the resort is conducive to mooching about with no particular plans except
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Choosing the perfect ski holiday for all the family
By Catherine O'Dolan on 04/10/2010 13:18:50
Want the perfect family ski trip? All it takes is a bit of careful preparation and some tips from the experts
Non skiers, or experienced adults who have yet to attempt a trip with children, can often be daunted by the prospect of taking young children to the Alps. However, a well planned family ski trip can be relaxing, enjoyable and memorable for everyone
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The Glamping Season starts here…
By Catherine O'Dolan on 19/06/2012 15:21:15
With the festival season creeping up fast, here's some glamping tips from Karma Canvas to help you reside in style
quite goes to plan when camping but that's all part of the wilder experience and the wonderful adventure!
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