1. Pick your screeningMany cinemas now offer special baby-friendly screenings for parents with very small children, where the other cinema goers will be more tolerant of any extra noise. For toddlers and older children you are likely to find a more child-friendly audience at duri...

relatives in advance that it's your house - and that all children abide by your house rules.More leisure from Junior: Five wonderful winter activities A to Z of cool Britannia

to influence a child’s behaviours. Giving simple rewards – making cakes together for instance – are a good way to show how well they have done when reaching specific goals.More psychology from Junior:How to encourage empathy in your toddlerThe science behind

- Get the timing right Travel in the low season (April and May) for the best offers.- Choose your hotel wisely Stay at a hotel on theme-park property and enjoy perks like extended opening hours.- Make it part of a celebration Visit Orlando during a family member’s birthday and en...

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 saying “hello” in a foreign langu...

with childcare where your children will be entertained with snowman competitions or the famous Ski Famille Winter Olympics. Prices over Christmas start from £1,115 per adult and £965 per child.For details, visit www.skifamille.co.ukYou may also enjoy reading Junior

While most festivals now offer dedicated children’s events, there are still some crucial questions to ask:- Are children allowed? Some festivals are still adults-only, so confirm that children can go before booking tickets. - How far is the walk to the site? There is almost alway...

, water, wildlife and dramatic scenery.More natural parenting tips from Junior:Five ways to pack an eco-friendly lunchFive ways to make your child's school greener

to the shops on foot or shop on the internet to reduce your carbon footprint.  More green living from Junior:Five ways to pack an eco-friendly lunchSimple solutions to save the planet

Many children are naturally drawn to animals from an early age. Introducing a pet not only teaches your child about how to care for something, but also teaches him about responsibility, too.• One of the most important things to remember is that your child will not be au fait with...