picked by their own fair hands. Blackberries, elderberries, hawthorns, nuts, apples and mushrooms all flourish. Visit www.wildmanwildfood.com for useful information on how to forage safely. 2. Make a nature pictureTake a walk in a wood and ask your child

to make all the meatballs the same size, so that they will cook evenly in the pan. Rigatoni is a tube-shaped pasta with ridges around the outside, but you could use penne, fusilli or any other short types of pasta for this recipe if you prefer

, anticipating a fun-filled afternoon of activities and entertainment. Your mobile rings. Priscilla (and her performing pythons) is terribly, terribly sorry, but she has been struck down with a dreadful virus and she can’t make it. You may want to screech down

or not washing the hair will prevent an infestation.Do they prefer boys or girls?Girls tend to spend more time than boys in head-to-head contact. They usually have longer hair too, which can make it easier for head lice to move from head to head. It’s rare

Ah! how cosy. Do they make them for adults? lol

Salt and pepperMethodPreheat the oven to 180°C/350°F/Gas Mark 4. Rinse the chard in cool water, drain and put into a pot of boiling water. Cook for 3–5 minutes then leave to drain. To make the béchamel sauce, melt the butter in the pan on a medium heat until

This is definitely a recipe for little hands. Why not make one snowman for each person as a place setting?Makes 10 Snowmen Ingredients200g (7oz) large white marshmallows10 cocktail sticksBrown writing icing Coloured liquorice laces or fruit leather

Dishing up fresh and healthy food from around the globe, Giraffe has a menu of mini dishes for under-sevens, plus a Young Adults menu to make older children feel special. Kids Placemats provide table-top entertainment.

With a spoon that snaps into place on the top of the lid, this handy feeding bowl will appeal to the organised traveller. The spoon itself has a soft tip and a chunky shape that makes it easy for little hands to hold.Weaning Set £4 by Vital Baby.

Long journeys have a habit of making eyelids droop. The Snoozihedz by Trunki are designed to help children nod off in comfort. These little fellers have a fleecy blanket inside. There's also an insert which can be inflated to provide a firm cushion