Manchester is one of my favourite cities in the UK. You don’t have to head right into the city to have fun with the children though. In and around the Intu Trafford Centre for example, you will be spoilt for choice. Rocking up at the Trafford Centre on mass with children might seem like a terrible […]
Win two stunning Shine-a-Light books
If you are a regular reader of the blog you will have seen us feature the Shine-A-Light books before. In short, these are stunning children’s books with an added self- discovery element for children, which makes them really exciting. The Shine-A-Light books are an interactive treat for young children, who are encouraged to hold a torch […]
Indulging the Peppa Pig obsession
If you are a regular reader of the blog you might have read my parental petition to increase the length of the Peppa Pig episodes. Follow the link to sign up! Peppa, George, Dinosaur…are three popular words in our house. After reading ‘Peppa goes skiing‘ over and over again, prior to our ski trip in February […]
The new playground craze: part two
Back in March of this year we introduced you to Num Noms, now Num Noms Series 2 has been released. The deliciously smelling, sell out, collectable toys are back with brand new scents including savoury flavours such as Becca Bacon, Margo Rita and Hammy Burger, complete with a frying pan! With even more characters to add […]
Geronimo Festival: Tatton Park
Following a hugely successful first festival in 2015, Geronimo returned to Tatton Park in Cheshire for a second year recently, having also gained a new second home at Harewood House, just outside Leeds. Taking place over the weekends of 1 – 2 May (Harewood House) and 29 – 30 May (Tatton Park), Geronimo was expected to […]
The Gruffalo’s Child Live
The Gruffalo’s Child, very like The Gruffalo, are books we have read over and over again as a family. The Gruffalo’s Child currently gets read most nights before bed and I’d be surprised if these aren’t some of the stories the children remember the most from their childhood in later life. The clever rhyming, the […]
Paw Patrol Magazine: a two year old’s thoughts
Paw Patrol is a fun children’s show on Nick Jr – do your children watch it? There are lots of lovable characters and a catchy theme tune that you can guarantee you’ll find yourself singing along to at random times of the day. Egmont have recently launched the Paw Patrol Magazine, aimed at children under seven. Now […]
Celebrating an occasion?
Do you know anyone who is celebrating a new arrival? Have you already sent a gift or are you looking for something a little different? If you are a bit stuck we have a great suggestion for you. What about a feather balloon delivered to their door to mark the occasion? Perfect for welcoming a […]