2012 October | Here Come the Girls

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Posted by Rebecca on Oct 31, 2012 in Competitions | 1 comment

Win Sid’s Show Tickets

Win a family ticket to Sid’s Show from the Cbeebies presenter.

Posted by Rebecca on Oct 28, 2012 in Photography | 27 comments

Silent Sunday

Silent Sunday – 1 photo – no words
366 project – a photo a day – all year!

Posted by Rebecca on Oct 27, 2012 in Literacy | 3 comments

The Sunday Showcase – Literacy Ideas

5 literacy activities for developing reading and writing.

Posted by Rebecca on Oct 26, 2012 in 5-6 year olds, Halloween, Literacy | 7 comments

Halloween Story Writing

Halloween is a fantastic time for story writing. Spooky costumes really help to get into character.

Posted by Rebecca on Oct 25, 2012 in 2-3 year olds, Halloween, Sensory play | 3 comments

Halloween Sensory Bin

A super spooky sensory bin for young children and toddlers to play with. Perfect for Halloween.

Posted by Rebecca on Oct 24, 2012 in Halloween, Savory Meals and snacks | 5 comments

Pumpkin Pizza Recipe

What do you do with all that pumpkin when you’ve finished carving? These tasty pumpkin pizzas are made with tortillas – which create a light and healthy base.

Posted by Rebecca on Oct 23, 2012 in Parenting | 5 comments

Who fights the monster under your bed?

In praise of our valiant teddy bears – who protect our children every night from the monster under the bed.

Posted by Rebecca on Oct 23, 2012 in children's books | 4 comments

This Moose Belongs To Me – Book Review

This Moose Belongs To Me – Book Review of the stunningly original book from Oliver Jeffers

Posted by Rebecca on Oct 22, 2012 in 2-3 year olds, Arts and crafts, Halloween, Sensory play | 4 comments

Halloween Discovery Bottle

A Halloween Discovery Bottle – or rather a snow globe with leaves for Halloween. A lovely sensory toy for toddlers and young children

Posted by Rebecca on Oct 22, 2012 in children's books | 0 comments

Walter and the No-Need-to Worry Suit – Book Review

A review of Walter and the No-Need-to Worry Suit from Rachel Bright. A fun and engaging picture book for children aged 3+

Posted by Rebecca on Oct 21, 2012 in Photography | 40 comments

Silent Sunday

Silent Sunday: 1 picture – no words.
366 Project: A picture a day – all year!

Posted by Rebecca on Oct 20, 2012 in Halloween, Sensory play | 3 comments

Sunday Showcase: Halloween Messy Play

Halloween is the perfect time for messy play. There are so many opportunities for messy and yucky play time activities. Here are a few from last week’s Sunday Showcase.

Posted by Rebecca on Oct 19, 2012 in Family Fun | 2 comments

A Grown Up Sanctuary

My dream bedroom made out of a cardboard box.

Posted by Rebecca on Oct 18, 2012 in 2-3 year olds, 4-5 year olds, 5-6 year olds, Arts and crafts, Outdoor play, Sensory play | 2 comments

Outdoor Play: Leaves and Pumpkins

Outdoor play with leaves and pumpkins. Lovely to do at this time of year.

Posted by Rebecca on Oct 15, 2012 in Family Fun, Halloween | 2 comments

Perfectly Pumpkin Contest

Come and enter the perfectly Pumpkin Contest for kids activities with a pumpkin theme.

Posted by Rebecca on Oct 15, 2012 in 5-6 year olds, children's books, Family Fun, Literacy, Parenting | 20 comments

Yes Day!

Does it feel like you are always saying no all the time? Is life getting a bit boring? Is everyone constantly stressed out? What you need is a Yes Day!

Posted by Rebecca on Oct 14, 2012 in Photography | 19 comments

Silent Sunday

Silent Sunday – 1 photo – no words
366 project – a photo a day – all year!

Posted by Rebecca on Oct 13, 2012 in Family Fun, Halloween | 3 comments

Sunday Showcase: Pumpkins

Pumpkins are in the shops. Yay! Here are six amazing family activities featured this week.

Posted by Rebecca on Oct 12, 2012 in children's books, Reviews | 1 comment

The Great Granny Gang by Judith Kerr – Review

A review of the Great Granny Gang by Judith Kerr. A delightful and witty book which will capture young children’s imaginations with its whimsical charm.