Why play doesn’t have to be ‘educational’ to prepare children for school
September 9, 2019
Let's look at why board and card games are a brilliant way for children to develop skills but have fun with their family too!
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Why board and card games are an important part of a pre-schooler’s playtime
July 25, 2019
Let's look at why board and card games are a brilliant way for children to develop skills but have fun with their family too!
The ‘healthy’ fruit snacks with as much sugar as sweets and fizzy drinks
January 28, 2019
Many parents who are trying to make healthier choices for their children are being misled by high sugar foods claiming to be healthy snacks.
Can collectibles be a force for good?
January 21, 2019
Collecting seems to be a particularly popular pastime among children. In an ongoing poll carried out by Babycentre.com, 8 out of 10 of parents said that their child collects things, with the majority (4 in 10) preferring things from nature like conkers, shells and pebbles. A further quarter of parents said their child enjoys collecting toys intended to be...
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How to end screen-time battles with a Balanced Play Diet
January 11, 2019
Edited by Dr Amanda Gummer Many parents complain to us that it’s a real battle to get children interested in anything other than their tablets or mobile phones and we know how hard it can be at times, but screen time does have its place in a balanced play diet – it’s more about what you do on screen and how that...
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Is Slime Safe and are there any Alternatives to Slime?
September 27, 2018
If you're worried about the safety of slime, remember it can be a learning tool for kids and making it at home can provide many educational opportunities!
How to plan a play-date for a child with a disability
August 22, 2018
This Month, our guest blog focuses on Ayala, an amazing 9-year-old girl who has Cerebral Palsy and refuses to let her disability get in the way of her fun!
Fun and Creative Easter Activities to Try Out!
March 27, 2018
Talking about the Easter celebration provides a great opportunity to explore different religions and traditions with your child, helping to raise their awareness of and empathy towards others. It also lets them know that Easter isn’t just about chocolate eggs! Hopefully, the spring sunshine will make an appearance so you can get outside and explore all that the season...
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True or false: Five facts you need to know about phonics
March 1, 2018
Learning Phonics can provide a springboard for the reading ability of many children, but there are still many misconceptions surrounding them...