as an outdoor kid. I could spend hours on my own drawing, playing with my two favourite dolls, Maxine and Fackeeka (my mum begged me to change her name, only now do I see why!!) and dressing up and torturing my brother with my sister!What did you want to be when

. We also spotted a lightsaber and can think of a handful of boys, and adults, who would love it. Childrenswear is much more trend led than previous seasons, with a real pick up of the Aztec prints, tartan and glitter trends. Boyswear is a mix

ShoppingHappy Hallowe'en treatsHip Hallowe'en at Dylan's Candy Bar, New York CityFashionChic Hallowe'en fashionSay “boo!” to this ghostly dress-up outfitPsychologyHow to conquer your child's night time fearsHow to ease your child's worriesFoodHallowe'en swampy slimy

helter-skelter, and giant letters to clamber over, face painting, dress-up, an Insect Circus (and you didn't need a microscope to see them), as well as Zippos. Every so often my mummy would try and drag me off to see some band (Marc Almond, anyone

, coordination and confidence – it’s really fun and can become a lovely festive family tradition with the number of seasonal open-air ice rinks around the country growing every year.Follow our handy guide to make if fun for all the familyDress the part A nice

slippers and an opportunity to dress up in the finest royal regalia with the help of the beautiful Princess Arabella.Family X-Factor While history lessons may seem dull and dreary to your young brood, Warwick Castle’s many colourful characters are lively

.Cherish & Cherubs was set up by Caitlin who draws inspiration from her young son, her background in antiques and a passion for vintage style. After spending ages searching for fun and good quality products for her son and special gifts for friends, Caitlin decided

.Cherish & Cherubs was set up by Caitlin who draws inspiration from her young son, her background in antiques and a passion for vintage style. After spending ages searching for fun and good quality products for her son and special gifts for friends, Caitlin decided

The Junior team ventured out to look at what the high street has in store for Autumn/Winter 09. First up was Marks & Spencer, whose Autograph range (aimed at premium shoppers) gets better every season. Highlights included a sparkling array

at the Fendi catwalk show. A very pulled-together collection with some cool checked boyswear and floaty natural dresses for girls in ecru and soft prints. All accessorised with this season's favorite hat, the Trilby in variations of straw and Fendi signature