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Encouraging Children to Ditch the Screen and Spend Time Outdoors

We are living in the technological age. From adults checking their smartphones to children watching television on their tablets, digital devices have become commonplace in our society. According to Ofcom, a child between 5-7 spends an average of 4.5 hours behind a screen every day.

Despite the many benefits of these inventions, excessive amounts of screen time can lead to a number of...

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How To Outfox Children With An Easter Egg Hunt!

The great outdoors presents almost endless possibilities to hide Easter eggs from children this season!

And the garden building experts at GardenBuildingsDirect.co.uk have come up with some of the most unusual places for you to place chocolate treats or eggs to outsmart your little ones.

This top ten list of ideas should keep children guessing for a long time and entertained during...

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USWITCH OFFERS TEN TELECOM TIPS TO HELP BEAT THE PRICE HIKES

Many consumers face price rises of up to 11% in their mobile and broadband bills from the start of April, Uswitch.com is offering advice on how to keep bills as low as possible:
  1. Best to budget: Before signing up to a new contract, be realistic about the price you’re willing to pay every month. Most broadband and mobile contracts last for 12, 18 or 24 months, so budget wisely to ensure
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Thousands of families in the South West can receive help towards Easter childcare costs

HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) is reminding working parents in the South West to not miss out on the opportunity to get up to £2,000 a year to pay for regulated childcare, including holiday clubs and other out-of-school activities, during the Easter holidays. Tax-Free Childcare provides thousands of eligible working families with up to £500 every three months (or £1,000 if their child is disabled...
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Green-Minded: Encouraging Children to Enjoy Gardening

Spring is a time of rejuvenation. There is no better sight than flowers blooming and fruits beginning to grow in the sunshine. To make the most of the outdoors this year, your family can enjoy gardening. Whether you’re particularly green-minded or entirely new to the hobby, this is a great skill for everyone to learn.

This article will explore some of the ways you can...

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How to Host an Exciting Easter Egg Hunt 

Easter is fast approaching and you may be thinking of ways to keep your little ones entertained over the holidays. Well, what could be more exciting than an Easter egg hunt?

Here, we have listed the key ways to ensure your egg hunt is exciting for everyone involved.

Choosing the location

The first step of hosting an exciting Easter egg hunt is choosing the perfect location....

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Art with Artists for 11-16 Year Olds

Young people will have the opportunity to work and play with professional artists and theatre makers this Easter.

Nature-inspired Textiles and Devised Theatre are amongst the activities that 11 to 16 year olds will be able to take part in during Art With Artists – a four-day programme run by Significant Seams in partnership with Exeter Northcott Theatre.

The activities include...
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Plant a Tree for the Jubilee

April 1st will see The Den Kit Company launch their new Plant a Tree for the Jubilee Kit (£24.50). The kit invites children to be a monarch of their own little outdoor kingdom. Containing nature-inspired activities that include decorating a woven willow crown and sowing native tree seeds, this is a creative, planet-friendly way for every child to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee....

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Think Outside - 4 Lovely Ways To Spend Mother's Day

Mothers go above and beyond for their children every day of the year. On a special Sunday in March, little ones are given the chance to reciprocate this. Mother’s Day is the perfect time for fresh flowers, luxurious chocolates, and breakfast in bed. After indulging in these treats, your family can also celebrate Mother’s Day in the outdoors.

This article will explore some of the...

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