Elmer the Patchwork Elephant hits the road this spring
Tall Stories’ brand-new show ‘The Elmer Adventure’ brings David McKee’s beloved Elmer the Patchwork Elephant to life on a magical, musical nationwide tour Multi Olivier Award-nominated Tall Stories (The Gruffalo, Room on the Broom) brings David McKee’s Elmer the Patchwork Elephant to life in a brand new show bringing three classic Elmer tales to life
Hop into the Season with Cuddledry
Hop into the new season and Easter celebrations in style with the Cuddlebunny Bamboo Soft Hooded Toddler Towel from Cuddledry. The cutest, cosiest and most comfortable towel to make pool time or bathtime truly adorable this Spring. Getting little ones into character, the hooded towel is sure to make bathtime a hopping great time, or
Top Ten Toddler Sun Hats
Ensuring your baby or toddler wears a sun hat is essential for protecting their delicate skin from harmful UV rays. Here are ten top-rated sun hats available in the UK, combining style, comfort, and effective sun protection: JoJo Maman Bébé Protection Hat This charming hat features a sweet meadow print and a long flap at
Test your Brain Power this Spring
SmartGames unveils brand new games IQ® Bubbles and IQ® Noodles As we head into Spring, SmartGames, the worldwide leader in multi-level logic games, is delighted to present its latest 1-player puzzle games into the ever-growing IQ® Collection. Introducing IQ® Noodles and IQ® Bubbles, two new super fun and engaging additions to the IQ® range, guaranteed
Daylight savings: Top tips to get your children to sleep as the nights get lighter
As we head into March, it’s time for the clocks to go forward, and this is when we find the days getting longer, the nights getting shorter, and bedtimes getting harder–especially for those of us with young children. Getting your children to sleep can be a difficult task to begin with, but when the nights
Should you speak to your baby like an adult?
Experts weigh in on the viral parenting trend A mum’s video ditching baby talk with her toddler has gone viral, racking up 5M views. Preply finds 223K daily searches for “talking to baby like a person” on TikTok. Preply’s language experts weigh in on the trend with insights on early language development. Mother’s Day is
Outwit The Twits at Wakehurst this Easter
Image credits Jim Holden © RBG Kew Roald Dahl’s much-loved children’s book brought to life through a trail at Wakehurst, Kew’s wild botanic garden Experience the mischievous tricks of The Twits through interactive activities Children can earn a new Nature Heroes badge in ‘Don’t be a Twit’ mission Early openings for members over the Easter
B&M Baby Event to launch on 31st March 2025
B&M, the UK’s leading discount retailer, is thrilled to announce the launch of their highly anticipated Baby Event on 31st March in stores nationwide. The event will see an extensive range of baby essentials to their shelves at incredible prices. This is a game-changing event launch for B&M, bringing a wide range of essentials, catering to
Day-to-day Experiences that an Autistic Child may find Challenging
‘Ready Eddie Go‘ is a series of children’s books by author Nikki Saunders, which takes the young reader through day-to-day experiences that an autistic child may find challenging and provides gentle and supportive strategies to help them find ways of coping, which all children can benefit from. With new experiences such as ‘Eddie’s First Haircut’ to ‘The
The Old Vic Announces new musical for Children Hundred Feet Tall
Illustration by Jemima Williams from Hundred Feet Tall The Old Vic has announces Hundred Feet Tall, a new 30-minute musical play for children that will tour London libraries over the Easter holidays with tickets available for free. Adapted from the children’s book Hundred Feet Tall written by Benjamin Scheuer and illustrated by Jemima
The Smartphone Free Childhood Parent Pact
The Parent Pact Reaches 100,000 Signups Nationwide, with 3,406 Families in Kent Joining the Movement The Smartphone Free Childhood Parent Pact, a digital tool designed to help families delay giving their children smartphones until at least age 14 and social media until 16, has surpassed a major milestone—over 100,000 signups in just six months. In
Easter Toys and Games
Forget the chocolate treats this year and get stuck into some Easter themed brainteasing games and toys Smart Toys and Games | RRP: From £9.99 | Stockist: Smart Toys and Games Smart Toys and Games, the worldwide leader in multi-level logic games. Please see below the exciting games to keep young minds entertained this Easter!
Five expert-backed ways to support neurodiverse learners at home
Experts share tips ahead of Neurodiversity Celebration Week (Monday 17 March – Sunday 23 March) Educators explain how parents and carers can create effective study spaces to support every mind With the number of children needing special educational support more than doubling in the past decade, experts are sharing simple, effective ways parents and carers
Winchester 250 events celebrating Jane Austen
10 additional events taking place in the Winchester to honour the 250th anniversary of Jane Austen’s birth have been announced. Partners across the city and wider district are hosting over 35 events throughout 2025 for Austen fans to celebrate Jane’s legacy and works. No. 8 College Street, Austen’s final home in Winchester, opens to the
A Parent’s Guide to AI Use and Safeguards in School
AI in education has huge potential for students. Early familiarity with the technology could prepare them to succeed in the future and get more out of their learning environment today. So much so, children as young as six are being offered AI classes as part of national efforts to create the next generation of AI
Exciting New Attractions this Easter at Beaulieu
This Easter at Beaulieu, get ready to explore exciting BRAND-NEW attractions and displays, opening just in time for the holidays. From 5th April, immerse yourself in fresh interactive experiences including the launch of new attraction We Had One of Those and the unveiling of never-before-seen bedrooms in Palace House. Be one of the first to
National Lottery Open Week 2025
Photo courtesy of HMS Belfast National Lottery Open Week is returning from Saturday, March 15, to Sunday, March 23, 2025, offering families a fantastic opportunity to explore London’s rich cultural and historical sites at reduced costs. During this week, numerous National Lottery-funded venues across the city will provide free or discounted entry to visitors presenting
Lawn Tennis Association Free Teacher Training Course
Lawn Tennis Association (LTA) Youth Schools’ Free Teacher Training Course to Enhance PE Delivery in Schools Nearly half of teachers feel they lack sufficient training to teach subjects outside their expertise, including physical education (PE), according to Teacher Tapp (2024). Addressing this gap, the LTA, the national governing body for tennis in Great Britain, is
Baby Brezza Steriliser Dyer Advanced
As a mother, ensuring the cleanliness and safety of my baby’s feeding equipment is paramount. The Baby Brezza One Step Sterilizer Dryer Advanced has been a valuable addition to our routine, streamlining the process of sterilizing and drying bottles and accessories. It has been awarded Good Housekeeping Institute ‘Approved 2025 Design and Capacity This sterilizer
Functional Mushroom + Collagen Supplements
Sixways has announced that its range of functional mushroom blends will be available on Ocado from this week. Exciting news for wellness enthusiasts: Sixways has announced that its range of functional mushroom blends will be available on Ocado from this week. This partnership makes it more convenient for customers to access Sixways’ products, such as the Hormone Balance Mushroom Coffee (Decaf), Focus + Elevate