. Walk to schoolWherever possible ditch the car – it’s better for everyone. A recent Department of Transport survey of more than 1,500 parents revealed that 40 per cent of those who drove admitted that it would take them less than 20 minutes

grain but still has the flavour and texture of white bread. Each sandwich should have a healthy protein source (meat, fish or pulses) and healthy toppings to go towards their five a day. Remember that many school have a Nut-Free policy for foods, so

Starting School by Janet and Allan Ahlberg (Puffin, £5.99)First published in 1990, this classic picture book by well-loved husband and wife team Janet and Allan Ahlberg is filled with eager young pupils learning all the new and exciting rituals

– children starting school can catch anything up to 12 colds a year. “A good diet, and plenty of sleep and exercise will boost your child’s defence system and provide some protection,” says Professor Ron Eccles, director of the Common Cold Research Centre

1. After moisturising, use a light foundation to give a smooth finish and glow. I recommend a brilliant product called Skin Rescue Bio-Complex Veil, which is a make-up primer, and is tinted, so will even out your complexion. It also has an SPF of 15

story short, I have a cool new pair of school shoes – not wearing them in the photo, obviously, just my well loved D&Gs. Most importantly, I have a brand new Jack Nano, complete with his jetpack.Check out my school photos from last year. My, how I

What are head lice? Lice are small, wingless, greyish-white insects with flattened, elongated bodies and oval heads. They are about 1/16 to 1/8 inch long.Where can they be found? Head lice spend their entire lifespan in our hair, clinging tightly

of school like? “I don’t think I could remember my first day of school but I always felt comfortable because where I went to school, my classes were always very small. It helped me to feel that I was getting enough attention from my teachers and it helped

varied diet.Amanda Grant is author of Cook School (Ryland Peters & Small, £14.99)

DO YOU REMEMBER how you felt on the very first day of the new term at school? Impeccably turned out in a pristine new outfit, butterflies in your stomach, feeling full of nervous energy and excited anticipation. What big adventures lay ahead of you