The May bank holiday is almost upon us and, whilst we love spending time off with the kids, it does help to have a plan in place so that the children are suitably occupied during the (hopefully) sunny long weekend – and to ensure there’s a plan b for when the weather isn’t up to scratch.
Balloon modeling
Michal Kahn, the most extravagant balloon modeller in the UK, has single-handedly…
Water water rain rain everywhere but the drought is not over. As the hosepipe ban is introduced across parts of the UK, people need to make sure they’re keeping an eye on their water consumption. The shortage will affect millions of homeowners, not to mention having a potentially adverse effect on the UK’s wildlife.
Cutting down water usage not only makes good environmental sense, it can…
A year ago the Royal Wedding made us all hope that dreams may come true. But this year the UK is in ‘romantic recession’ as downturn impacts anniversary celebrations. £1.7 billion spent on wedding anniversaries annually. 13 per cent of women wish their man would ask them what they want before buying a gift.
With the royal newlyweds celebrating their first wedding anniversary this…
Top-selling children’s show, In the Night Garden Live, is back by popular demand with a new 2012 tour and we have tickets to give away! The smash-hit show brings the world of In the Night Garden to the stage with children able to see their favourite CBeebies’ stars Igglepiggle, Upsy Daisy, Makka Pakka and friends up close.
In the Night Garden Live takes place in its own all-weather…
Many of you will have heard of Zumba® Dance Fitness by now, but did you know that there are 7 other ways we can all enjoy Zumba®, which include sitting, being in the water, using weights, so that all age ranges and fitness/physical abilities can take part?
Zumbatomic® is just one of these branches of Zumba® which is designed specifically for kids (ages 4-12).
It’s a high-energy, fun fitness…
Are you having a baby? Are you aged 16 – 30 and based in the UK? Do you want to share your story?
Firecracker Films are making a landmark documentary for BBC3, following young Brits embarking on one of the most remarkable journeys of their lives – having a baby.
We’re looking for individuals or couples, aged between 16-25, who are having a baby and want to share their story.
We want YOU to…
The sequel to the Sunday Times best selling illustrated novel Middle School: The Worst Years of My Life.
James Patterson
and Chris Tebbetts
Illustrated by Laura Park
‘MIDDLE
SCHOOL:
GET ME OUT OF HERE!’ is published by Young Arrow in hardback on 26 April 2012, RRP £9.99.
For your chance to win one of these books, answer the simple question below in our dedicated competition page (USE…
Play sessions get kids more active than at any other time of the school day according to new report.
New research has revealed that playing is the best route to physical activity for primary school children. The study, undertaken by the British Toy & Hobby Association (BTHA) and the Institute of Youth Sport at Loughborough University, suggests that children are more active when given time…
After spending a good couple of solid days creating a Monster High dolls house lounge / front room for my little girl and feeling so proud, I just want to cry. Why you ask? Well I just checked You Tube out when I uploaded my video to find the most amazing Monster High Dolls House ever made from just plain old cardboard boxes.
Isn’t Auntie Ginger amazing.
What a lucky niece to have such a…
Tonight, ITV1’s flagship current affairs series, is making a three-part series of programmes about food and we are looking for two families to take part.
ARE YOU WORRIED ABOUT RISING FOOD COSTS?
Have you noticed your family’s food bill increasing? Have you started to change your shopping habits to save money? Maybe you’ve started buying from a different supermarket? Or cutting back on…