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Toy safety
By Junior on 26/10/2007 16:55:58
How can you ensure that your children's toys are safe?
OVER THE PAST few years, toy manufacturers have recalled a range of toys due to problems with everything from magnets to paint containing lead. Members of the BTHA (British Toy and Hobbies Association (BTHA) display the Lion Mark logo to show
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Top Six Toys for Babies
By Suzanne Milne on 17/04/2010 16:56:34
Rattles, blocks and balls are a baby's favourite playthings
Best toys for babies1. A Baby GymWhen: From birthWhat it does: Encourages and improves hand-eye coordination; tactile stimulation; and visual development. Babies quickly learn that if they “act”, certain toys “react” and the mirrors, soft toys
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Best 3-5 years Toy Design 2011
By Lucy Phillips on 26/05/2011 09:10:53
*Winner*Retro Kitchen by Early Learning Centre £150
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Squishy Silver Cross bear
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 07/03/2011 17:39:10
Make someone happy with this handsome chap
Imagine our delight at receiving this squishable, huggable bear in our offices today. Going by the name of Richmond – a distinguished sort, evidently – he's part of Silver Cross's Classic Gift Collection and can be yours for £25.
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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
when toys were toys, existing as tools to help a child run wild with their imagination, and didn’t always have to be based on something you see on TV? Well, those days are back in Uglytown.Q. Is there any moral message behind the Uglydolls? Are you
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Dolls through the decades
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 01/04/2012 17:44:41
We take a look at the changing faces, and forms, of dolls across the years
In the June 2012 issue of Junior, we explore the special relationship that exists between a child and her doll, showcasing Stephanie Rausser's gorgeous photo story Kiki And Coco, set in Paris. The long-limbed dolly star of the story is the handiwork of Jess Brown, whose beautiful...
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Five great garden games
By on 04/05/2012 09:01:07
Head outdoors to enjoy some imaginative fun and games – no theme park required!
. The one of the most cloth strips wins the game.Soaking Snakes Set up a number of sprinklers between a start and finish line and get the children to run from one end to the other without getting sprayed. They can take turns to control the tap.Splash Cards
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Pooches on parade
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 14/06/2011 16:30:21
Meet the delightful dogs who are cutting a dash in this year's Autumn/Winter collections
The English GentWhere did you get that rather spiffing coat, sir? Hackett, you say? Delightful! We do so approve of sir's excellent taste.For more from elegant animal attire from Hackett, see Hackett's latest looks for dogs... and elephants
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Time For Tea
By Fiona McKim on 19/07/2011 11:15:16
Host the perfect pretend party with these beautiful tea sets
When is your child ready to begin enjoying that most quintessentially British of customs, taking tea? Pick up the September issue of Junior, on sale August 5, to find out...And how better to fuel playtime tea party pleasures than with one of these exquisite children's tea sets. ...
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Lego Minifigures: Small in size, big in personality
By Helen McKay-Ferguson on 01/07/2011 16:09:14
Meet some of the eccentric denizens from the world of Lego Minifigures
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