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Lifeskills: Getting dressed
By Fiona McKim on 02/05/2012 17:43:02
How to teach your child to dress herself independently
Older babies and toddlers have an uncanny ability to undress themselves, whipping off shoes, socks or headgear at - well, the drop of a hat; but it takes much more skill and co-ordination for a child to get dressed independently.WhenFrom around 15
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The topsy-turvy world of twins
By Amanda Pauley on 10/04/2013 11:00:00
We explain why the complexities of a twosome is so intriguing
is our culture so fascinated with the complexities of being a twosome?"The thought of having another half who is with you throughout life draws out our curiosity,” explains Emma Mahony, author of 'Double Trouble: Twins And How To Survive Them' (£10
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12 skills every child needs when starting school
By Jennifer Beckles on 30/08/2012 16:21:00
Being independent and self-sufficient is key to your child's success and happiness at school. Here's how to brush up on the vital skills he needs
? How about a back-to-school health check? More education articles on Junior including how to teach your child a second language and tips on surviving your child's homework
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Starting your baby's big reading adventure
By Junior on 19/11/2012 19:27:00
Your baby is never to young to start enjoying books. Here's how you can help to build a foundation for reading in the future
it might be a chore for you, who can resist your toddler excitedly pleads “Again, again!”Use props and puppets, or even dress-up outfits to liven up your storytelling sessions. Acting out a story is a great way of making stories and reading fun and helping
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Foreign countries en famille
By Suzanne Milne on 19/04/2010 15:08:15
National Geographic photographer and mother-of-four Annie Griffiths Belt talks to Junior about the best way to travel the world with family in tow
How to travel to far-flung foreign lands without feeling fearful…Begin with a country that you know is safe but that is foreign. So if you really want to have a cultural experience go someplace that is kind of traveling for beginners – you
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Orla Kiely: The Queen of Pattern
By Catherine O'Dolan on 29/05/2012 19:16:15
The Irish designertakes inspiration from the colours of her childhood to create iconic designs as she branches out into picture books
– that has become her most recognised symbol. From its first incarnation more than a decade ago, the Stem, in myriad hues, has decorated handbags and homeware, dresses and duvet covers, even yoga mats. Its latest outing has been to grace the cover of
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