Wind in the Willows Trail at Hanningfield Reservoir-Days out in Essex
Wind in the Willows is a children’s classic novel about small animals who spend their summer days boating on quiet rivers, going on picnics with large hampers of food and being lost in the wild… More
View ArticleKeeping the Children Busy with Rock Painting Activity
Summer holidays are well and truly here but in Great British style the weather is not! The hot summer days seem to be over now and we are left with windy, rainy days instead. Weather… More
View ArticleAn Amazing Experience for my Young Animal Enthusiast at Colchester Zoo
It was my sons 1oth birthday and I wanted to get him something a little different, as I was strolling through the internet I came across an animal experience at Colchester Zoo. This would be… More
View ArticleNum Noms Series 4 Has Arrived!
One of the most anticipated new-series launches has arrived in the UK… Num Noms Series 4 ! The wacky collectibles are set to bring new themes and flavours in the shape of cookies, cakes, candies and...
View ArticleCustomising with Gel-a-peel #review
I love a good craft project, especially when its one that combines summer and neon pens. I had never heard of Gel-a-peel before, maybe because my boys are more into football or climbing trees. But… More
View Article5 ways to get your children drinking more water
Keeping children hydrated is important as they are less heat tolerant and are more likely to feel dehydrated, especially when they are doing physical activities and hot days. Children, especially...
View ArticleThomas and Friends MINIS Motorised Raceway review
Calling all Thomas and Friends little engineers… Thomas and James need help to choose which track to take down the from the mountain. My little boy loves Thomas and Friends and loves to set up… More
View ArticleDo You Want To Build A Snowman? – A Cute Little Food Gift For The Children...
I was searching through the internet trying to find a fun food gift to give to the children in school. I didn’t just want to give them chocolate, I wanted to give them something that… More
View ArticleMind The Gap – Travelling on the tube with children
Travelling on the underground in London can be daunting for any adult who has never done it before. It can also be very stressful, especially during the busy rush hour, but it needn’t be if… More
View ArticleMarathon of bedtime
Bedtime is chaotic in this household It’s a constant battle to get the children to sleep. You just about think your winning. They’re in their beds all tucked up and looking like little angels and… More
View ArticleFunny things children say and do – Just deflating
There are times when my boys have me in fits of giggles with the things that they say and do. I am not sure where they get it from, and even though sometimes I am horrified… More
View ArticleMum, Are You Proud Of Me?
There is nothing more that makes me proud of any of my three children than just being themselves. I have three boys aged from 6 to 15 and they are all individuals, exceeding in different… More
View ArticleThe Most Love-a-Bull Animation: Ferdinand Review
Blue Sky Studios and director Carlos Sadanha (Rio, Ice Age) brings you FERDINAND. A charming tale of a giant – lover not a fighter – bull with a big heart. After being mistaken for a dangerous… More
View ArticleMotivating Test Treat Bags for Children
I don’t know about you but my son has spent the last 9 months being anxious in taking his year 6 SATs. It doesnt matter how many times I had sat down with him and… More
View ArticleBBC ANNOUNCE MORE TOP NAMES FOR ITS FIRST EVER FAMILY FESTIVAL
Taking place on August 3 to 5 at Croxteth Country Park in Liverpool, CBBC Summer Social is the biggest ever kids event, and the only festival to give 6-12year old’s and their families a unique lineup…...
View ArticleMy First BIG Concert with the Children
Last year I went along with a friend and her daughter to watch Ed Sheeran at the 02. It was my first real concert; by real I mean big. The first concert I ever went… More
View ArticleChristopher Robin: Afternoon Tea with the Voice of Pooh and Tigger – Jim...
Just over a week ago we were invited along, by Disney, to celebrate the upcoming release of Christopher Robin for an afternoon tea with Jim Cummings. It was truly a magical experience. If you are… More
View ArticleBonkers about Conkers
It’s that time of year when the ripe seeds from the Horse Chestnut tree fall to the ground. The conkers are encased inside a green spiked capsule, which are attached to the branches of the… More
View ArticleEncouraging my Children to be Adventurous
‘Fill your life with adventures and with stories to tell’ Children need adventure, they need to experience risk in order to develop their ability to deal with situations and to build up their self...
View Article15 Signs You Know You Have a Teenager When…
The change is almost over night; one day you have an adoring young child who would do anything for you to make you happy and the next BAM! You’re faced with a moody, angry teen… More
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