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Five clever ways to help your child learn the value of money
On 19/08/2011 in Parent skills
Transform your child from spontaneous spendthrift into prudent piggy-banker
introducing some plastic coins or real pennies into the game. Teaching very young children about what money is for and how it changes hands will lay the foundations for more complex shop games involving change giving and basic numeracy skills.Whilst you may
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Teaching your child the value of money
On 13/03/2013 in Parent skills
How to find the balance between spontaneous spender and prudent piggy-banker with ease
pocket money and a good old piggy bank.As the pile of pennies grows, your child will appreciate the power of patience as she saves up for that special something, while counting her earnings will further develop numeracy skills too.Meanwhile, setting her
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Easter Days Out In The Midlands
On 27/03/2012 in Days Out
Egg-citing days out for your family
to the grounds of Calke Abbey to wow the crowds with their flying skills. Give them a run for their money by either buying a kite or making one in a crafty workshop.Red Riding HoodApril 14,15Back by demand, after being such a success at Christmas, Engine House
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How to pick the right pet for your family
On 12/04/2012 in Parent skills
We rundown the ins and outs of some popular household pets
PonyGuaranteed entry to the rarefied world of gymkhanas and pony clubs (eek!) but beware the time (they need to exercise every day), money (they are among the most expensive animals you can own), and work (mucking out – and believe me, you’ll end up
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Tips For Thrifty Living
On 05/07/2010 in Green Living
Try these nifty ways to live leaner – and greener
's Project with great ideas for how to be less wastefu;. Their suggestions include: freezing leftovers, learning about portion control and sorting out the store cupboard. To save money on food bills and reduce waste, visit www
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Peter Pan Week 2012
On 14/02/2012 in Days Out
Fly away to Neverland with Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity
’s Charity are offering school pupils the opportunity to experience the wonder of Neverland and the boy who never grew up as well as raising money for an admirable cause with Peter Pan Week 2012.From February 27 until March 2 schools up and down the country
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Rise to the occasion for National Baking Week
On 10/10/2012 in Leisure
Inspire baker boys and girls with a host of foodie fun
Bakery in Sex And The City and moreish Ladurée macaroons in sorbet shades.Whipping up something scrumptious with your child isnot only a great bonding experience, but is an enjoyable way to help develop her concentration, motor skills and learn about
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Your dream green holiday
On 18/08/2011 in Tips & advice
With tipis, tree houses and wildlife projects, ethical travelling has never been so much fun
: why not load bikes onto the car, nip across the Channel and try a short-haul holiday to somewhere like Brittany? It has superb beaches, rocky coves for shrimping expeditions, organic markets and fish supplied by local fishermen, which also puts money
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Lessons learned from my rabbit
On 12/04/2012 in Education
These sweet and soft creatures will teach your child the meaning of life
some of the more colourful varieties explained therein. And if you didn’t take steps to avoid these plagues – by paying your vet enormous amounts of money – your lovely bunny could grow a giant head, haemorrhage blood and have maggots eat her from
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Club Med La Palmeraie Resort in Morocco
On 02/08/2011 in Long-haul
Marrakech, a brilliant holiday location to discover
in these money-conscious times – no chance of running up a huge bar bill as it’s all free. With its “Table Coup de Coeur” status for culinary excellence, the food was delicious – a daily choice of hearty meats and hot dishes, delicious salads and far too many
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