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Make your own chocolate bouquet gift

As my daughter gets older she is getting a bit harder to buy for. She has lots of toys and doesn’t really need any more, due to growth spurts and sporting activities she has enough clothes throughout the year and has enough craft to keep her busy for years! One thing that she can never get enough of is chocolate! So with birthdays and Christmas presents, I have been trying to get creative with...

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Creative Summer Activities to Boost Kids' Skills

As the school year concludes, summer offers children a chance to develop new skills while enjoying their break. Creative activities keep them entertained and support ongoing learning and personal growth.

However, many parents find maintaining their children’s engagement challenging during this time, leading to frustration. With careful planning, summer can transform into a period of...

How to Incorporate Family Photos into Your Christmas Tree Decor

Nothing makes a home feel cosier than a beautifully decorated tree. Why not add a personal touch to your decorations with baubles, twinkling lights, and family photographs?

Displaying these on your festive tree brings cherished memories to life, making your celebrations even more meaningful.

With Christmas tree delivery services, getting the perfect tree is hassle-free, so...

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Halloween activity printable sheets for children

With Halloween decorations slowly filling up the shop many parents and educators are trying to find some fun Halloween-themed activities to do with their children.

With my background as a Nursery Nurse I have always really enjoyed creating my own activities to do with my children, this has often involved hours of coming up with activity sheets and drawing everything out. This year I...

Creative Montessori-Inspired Crafts to Do with Your Preschooler at Home

Engaging your preschooler in creative activities at home is more than just a way to pass the time; it's a fantastic opportunity to support their development and deepen your bond. The Montessori method, known for its hands-on, self-directed learning approach, can seamlessly integrate into crafting sessions. This article will explore simple, fun, and educational Montessori-inspired crafts that...

Summer boredom? Finding the perfect extracurricular activity for your child

As parents, we all want to see our children thrive, explore their passions and develop into well-rounded individuals. With a six-week break on the horizon, we all want to keep our little ones entertained and beat the boredom! One of the best ways to keep them occupied while supporting their growth is by helping them find the right extracurricular and summer activities. But with so many...

School's out: Five low cost activities for mini eco-warriors this summer

SCHOOL’S OUT: FIVE LOW COST ACTIVITIES FOR MINI ECO-WARRIORS THIS SUMMER

Angela Terry, CEO of One Home and leading environmental scientist lists her top five budget and eco-friendly ideas for entertaining kids during the holidays

With the school holidays looming large on the horizon across England and Wales, it’s no surprise that many parents and caregivers will be worrying...

Times table grid tuff tray activity

My children are learning about their times tables at the moment, so I have been trying to come up with some more creative ways to teach them.

Today I decided to get out the tuff tray and whiteboard pens and draw up a times table grid. For some reason, the tuff tray seems to add an extra bit of fun to any activity. I could have just drawn this out on a piece of paper, but my daughter...

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3 Sensory Activities to Celebrate Spring

Does your little one love to explore the world around them? Springtime, with beautiful blooms, baby animals, and sunshine-filled days, is a magical time for children to discover new sights, sounds, and textures.

Busy Bees , believe in fostering a love of learning through play, and sensory activities are a fantastic way to do this!

Jenny Shaw, Lead Academic Research and...

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Unlocking Adventure: Exciting Outdoor Games to Boost Your Child's Learning and Skills!

In an age where screens dominate much of our time and attention, encouraging children to step outside and engage with the natural world is more important than ever. Not only does playing outdoors help in physical development, but it also enhances cognitive skills, creativity, and social abilities. Among the many outdoor activities available, trampolines and various trampoline accessories...

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6 easy ways to level up your Easter Egg hunt

With Easter just around the corner many parents are starting to plan fun filled Easter Egg hunts for their children. Now, I have been doing Easter Egg hunts in my house for 7 years now, and I must admit I am really running out of new places to hide the eggs and ways to make it more fun! So, I have been doing a bit of research into some ways I can spice things up a bit.

Include your...