Discovering new ways to have fun
Play is a huge part of growing up, and after the effects of the pandemic where many children were not interacting and playing with others as they would usually do. Save the Children created the ‘Summer Of Play’ campaign to try to tackle this issue. Finding free activities and play […]
Having a toddler can be one of the most amusing but also the most stressful times in a parent’s life. You think that having a baby is hard work until you realise that they don’t wreak as much havoc as a crazy toddler or require as much entertainment. Keeping a […]
Sand play has been used for hundreds of years. In more recent years people have observed the different aspects of this traditional play activity and can see it as a great form of development and education for young children. I’m not talking about sandpits being used hundreds of years ago […]
We have come up with few activities to keep your toddler entertained on pancake day. If you have older children (or no children at all) try these activities aimed at teenagers and adults. On pancake day, toddlers need not be bored and can join in with the fun as much […]
Making a kids den is one of the most enjoyable activities to do as a child because they are versatile. Whether it be for reading, drawing, defending from invaders, hiding or just chilling out, taking over a part of the house or making your own fort in the garden; den […]
Have you every played darts with your kids? It’s a game for slightly inebriated teams in pubs surely? Suprisingly dart games can teach kids a lot. How can darts benefit my children? Dart games have the duel benefit of being fun and improving childrens’ hand eye coordination. This can then […]
T. L. Williams shares her top tips for creating the most imaginative ‘Stranger Things’ DIY Escape Room: Firstly, let’s just clear something up – I will not actually be locking kids in a room – despite the temptation for an hour’s peace I am fairly sure that that is illegal! […]
Getting children to take part in gardening has numerous benefits whilst also encouraging them to get outside the house more. You don’t even need to have a lot of experience doing it yourself to take it up. One of the underlying benefits of gardening is it’s fun, cheap and allows […]