Rabbits In The Snow by Natalie Russell (Macmillan, £10.99) from 12 monthsWhen six fluffy rabbits play in the snow, they discover a world of opposites. Rose Rabbit skates fast, while Grey Rabbit is slow, Honey Rabbit has a full basket, while Rust Rabbit’s sledge is empty. An impor...

Shop for Christmas from the comfort of your own home, with perfect Christmas gift boxes for gorgeous little girls available online at IlovegorgeousAmong the selection is this beautiful gift set which includes a pink feather chiffon Marie Antoinette dress, angel wing necklace and ...

Go festive with foodWhat better way to conjure up some festive spirit than by making your own delicious decorations or edible gifts?Home baking is also a great activity to enjoy with your child - all the fun of measuring and weighing, the joy of decorating and of course taste-tes...

1. Jolly, rotund and hardworking, Santa is clearly a man who enjoys the hearty seasonal fare provided by excitable children on Christmas Eve. The evidence of St Nicholas’ sizeable appetite can be seen on Christmas morning when the previous evening’s offering has transformed into ...

Quirky British label Dandy Star have just launched a collection of cute Christmas T-shirts in collaboration with Cath Kidston.Dandy Star are known for their bold slogans and vibrant shades and for Christmas there is an extra vintage twist, featuring classic Cath Kidston Christmas...

• Don't glve your children their big presents just before the family arrives. It's unrealistic to expect small children to share a brand new, longed-for toywith a horde of invaders.• Give the older children their presents while the babies are having their post-prandial sleep. The...

1. Create adorable paper angels, either from your own design or using one of the many free templates which can be found online. Give the decorations a unique feel by cutting them out from old sheet music or newspapers and encourage your children to give them a liberal sprinkling ...

Heston Blumenthal, Michelin-starred chefIf children are helping you cook, don’t expect them to make a dish from start to finish. It’s the interaction that’s the best thing – they can learn from you and you can learn from teaching them.Mimi Doe, author and founder of Spiritualpare...