Gifts from Audible
–FANTASTIC BEASTS by J.K Rowling Release date: 14th March Narrator: Eddie Redmayne A set textbook at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry since publication, Newt Scamander’s masterpiece has entertained wizarding families through the generations. Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them is an indispensable introduction to the magical beasts of the wizarding world. Scamander’s years of travel and
Books & Puzzle
Annie’s Grannies in Decorating Disaster’ Annie is a normal 10 year old girl. Her parents often go away to do boring work things, which means she gets to spend lots of time with her hopeless grannies. They’re always up to something and it never quite goes the way it’s supposed to. The most simple of
Health Tech
Shortlisted entries will feature at new Design Museum An exciting process of reviewing entries and a great deal of discussion, deliberation and debate, the shortlist for the third AXA PPP Health Tech & You Awards has been revealed today. The winners will be announced at a prestigious Awards ceremony to be held at the new
Ways to Keep School Uniforms Creative
It can be difficult for schools with a dress code policy to strike a balance between a fun and functional uniform. But promoting uniqueness and maintaining a dress code can go hand in hand. With a few subtle changes and details, you to help to promote individuality within schools and students. Leading school uniform suppliers
Hands on Learning in Schools, Why is it Important?
Alex Dalton, Managing Director of woodworking machinery specialists Daltons Wadkin, takes a look at the importance of hands on learning, and why subjects such as Design and Technology are important. Alex Dalton One of the best examples to help outline why hands on learning is important is when trying to teach someone to ride a
Sibling Rivalry by Tracey Ramsden
Not many of us can say we have escaped the nightmare that is sibling rivalry, either personally or with our own children. As a child, I remember my older sister being fiercely protective of me one minute and hating the sight of me the next. In return I would hit her with a tennis racket
FREE travel to Lee Valley Park
Curious and creative primary school children from across the south-east are invited to take part in a special Find 50 competition to win free return travel for their class to Lee Valley Regional Park this year. Lee Valley Regional Park To mark the Regional Park Authority’s 50th anniversary, its Youth and Schools service is calling
Books for All!
National Storytelling Week 21 Jan – 01 Feb National Storytelling week celebrates the oral tradition of storytelling, the original way of communicating life experiences. However, for some children, the prospect of having to sit still and listen can fill them with dread. It is normal for children to fidget – but inattention, confusion, impulsivity and
Returning to work with confidence
by Clinical Psychologist, Deborah Golend Life’s experiences can knock our confidence. Difficult times such as bereavements often make us feel more vulnerable and uncertain. But adapting to positive life stages can be just as hard. For new mums returning to work, confidence can be a particularly challenging issue. Many women talk about ‘brain fog’. Or
10 Ways to Create a Strong Bond with your Kids
Creating a strong bond with your kids is every parent’s dream. Some people say that spending time with children when they are young is the best time of their lives while others disagree. But there’s no denying that it’s fun and interesting, although it can prove to be difficult at times. Nonetheless, each kid should
How To Help Your Child Deal With Bereavement
By Damsons, the future planning specialists. Saying goodbye to a loved one is never easy, especially for children, who may not understand why someone they love is no longer around. However, there are some simple things parents and family members can do in order to help that child process this information and help them come
The National Lollipopper Awards
A celebration promoting the amazing Lollipop men and woman across the UK. To coincide with this special day Churchill Insurance, with the help of Alison Hammond, are celebrating the vital role of Lollipopper’s across the UK with the Lollipopper of the Year Awards 2016. Nominations officially opened in November allowing parents and school children throughout
There is Sense in the Sandpit:
How Sensory Play Develops the Nervous System Play – in particular, sensory or exploratory play – is the vital ingredient in developing confident, competent learners. However, there is another crucial factor working behind the scenes of play – the nervous system. As children play in the sandpit they are developing their sense of touch –
How to Keep Children Fit and Healthy During Winter
Daniel Goddard, Manager of one of the UK’s leading sports equipment suppliers, Stadia Sports, discusses a few tips and trick to help you and your children keep fit during Winter. Have you noticed the weather is getting cooler? Well, we certainly have! Even in the Winter, exercise is still important to boost your mood and
Helping our hedgehogs this autumn
As Guy Fawkes’ night approaches, Horsham-based international wildlife charity the Born Free Foundation is reminding people to check for hedgehogs when building bonfires. Dark nights and chilly mornings herald the beginning of hibernation season for hedgehogs, and piles of dry leaves and unlit bonfires in back gardens, are ideal places for sleepy hogs, looking for
Books For All
NatureWatch Simon King NatureWatch is the ultimate guide to watching British wildlife, from renowned naturalist and TV presenter Simon King. More and more people are discovering the joys of being out and about in the British countryside, yet surprisingly few of us know where and what to look for when spotting wildlife in their natural
Children’s Books
Pugs of the Frozen North by Philip Reeve and Sarah McIntyre and Emily MacKenzie’s Stanley the Amazing Knitting Cat have both won Independent Bookshop Week (IBW) Book Awards! Pugs of the Frozen North by Philip Reeve and Sarah McIntyre (Oxford University Press) Stanley the Amazing Knitting Cat by Emily MacKenzie (Bloomsbury Children’s Books) Information on this
Top tips on going to big school
With the end of summer fast-approaching, children and parents alike will be considering back to school. While there is often much excitement around the prospect of seeing friends, new school uniform and, tentatively, even lessons themselves, there can also be a lot of anxiety around the thought of returning to school. For children making the
SUMMER SCIENCE CLUB at Brooklands Museum
SUMMER SCIENCE CLUB at Brooklands Museum 22nd – 25th August Boys and girls aged 10-14 should NOT miss this great Club packed with cool projects involving building, testing and fun… www.brooklandsmuseum.com/index.php?/events/details/summer-science-club-build-it-at-brooklands/
UNLOCKING YOUR CHILD’S MUSICAL MIND
By Caroline Crabbe, General Manager at Jo Jingles (www.jojingles.com) Encouraging your child to enjoy music is a great way to strengthen your bond as a family now and in future years. For some this means simply listening to music, for others it is about singing or playing a musical instrument. But whatever your preference, it