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The Golden Nit Has Landed...
On 01/07/2011 in Films & DVDs
David Walliams, Catherine Tate and other luminaries team up with some of Britain’s most promising talents for a new animation, set to air this weekend
When Tate Movie Project launched an exciting online competition to create a new animation, thousands of children from across the UK took up the challenge and the entries came flooding in. The best drawings were then selected to become part of a
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Beauty and the beasts
On 29/05/2011 in Travel Awards
Wildlife meets stunning views and the ultimate in luxury at Richard Branson’s Ulusaba Rock Lodge in South Africa
the other animals you will see along the way. This area is teeming with wildlife. Probably because a terrified (or tantrumming) toddler and panicked elephant are not the best combination, children under the age of six are not permitted on game drives (and
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The Science Museum has something for everyone
On 25/01/2013 in Advertorial
Fun learning for the whole family can be had at one of London's premier attractions
the impact of a Saturn V rocket launch, experience the smell of space and be part of a moon landing with the help NASA’s film archives and exceptional 3D computer animation.Red Arrows 3DWith stunning 3D vision and flight simulator technology, you can
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A Cute Rising Star For 2011: Claude
On 21/12/2010 in Books
Always on the look-out for new and exciting literary talent, Junior LOVES the cute little doggy, with a hint of Snoopy. Here, author illlustrator Alex T Smith gives us the inside story on his brilliant new book
situations! Which three words best describe Claude’s character? Bumbling, silly and ever so polite (oops! That’s more than three words!) Do you prefer animal heroes to humans? That’s a very good question, and it’s not something I’ve ever thought about
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Meet the award winning duo behind Hucklebones
On 27/05/2011 in Fashion Awards
We meet Zoë and Dan, creators of the award winning girlswear label Hucklebones, and find out who they would like to design for, all about their childhood dreams and what they wore whilst they were growing up...
a short name has kept me safe!What did you want to be when you grew up?For years I wanted to be a vet, I loved looking after animals and spending time outside. However my love of clothes and art helped me make the decision that fashion
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Junior's 2008 movie reviews
On 23/01/2009 in Films & DVDs
Junior looks back on the last 12 months of film for children
John Newbery Medal for Literature, Kate DiCamillo’s novel has now been animated for the silver screen. A young mouse, Despereaux, is different from his fellows. It’s not just that he’s very small and has very large ears. He refuses to scurry and cower
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How To Train Your Dragon: exclusive interview with the author Cressida Cowell
On 18/11/2010 in Films & DVDs
To celebrate the launch of How To Train Your Dragon on DVD, we talk to best-selling author Cressida Cowell, plus details of great dragon goodies to win
You must be very proud having your book turned into such a successful film?Yes, I am so pleased with this film. The first time I saw it I got incredibly emotional. It's very true to the spirit of the book, exciting and yet meaningful and moving
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Fabulous February half-term outings
On 10/02/2012 in Days Out
Our pick of the best family events in your area
of blatant buffoonery and the very best in stand-up comedy at various venues throughout the city. Highlights this year include animation workshops, the wonderful Shoofly Theatre and favourite kids' comedians, James Campbell and Tiernan Douieb.The South
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Awesome Orlando
On 16/04/2010 in Cities
from SeaWorld, the marine-life theme park that’s home to killer whale, Shamu, and a plethora of sealife. Set in 200 acres, the best way to get around was on the Adventure Express Tour with our expert and enthusiastic guide, Dave, a good all-American boy
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Jubilee family events
On 29/05/2012 in Days Out
Not decided how your family will spend the Jubilee Bank Holiday weekend? Then take a look at our pick of events...
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Fifties Fair, Leeds Castle, KentJune 2, 3
It’s greased lightning a-go-go as Leeds Castle heads back to the Fifties. As well as a showing of the film Grease, there be a screening of the original Coronation and retro cars on display
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