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A fresh perspective on modern parenting In a market where stylish baby products are often hard to come by, particularly in the world of pacifiers, BIBS is excited to introduce the STUDIO COLLECTION—a transformative new line that redefines the look...

New research from BES reveals that 92% Brits say healthy risk taking is crucial to boost self-confidence. Furthermore, research reveals that taking healthy risks earlier in life aids in developing essential life skills needed to become confident adults.   •...

MCDONALD’S LAUNCHES ITS NEW MR. MENTM LITTLE MISSTM HAPPY MEAL®! McDonald’s Happy Meal® invites customers to celebrate their individuality with the introduction of its latest Mr. MenTM Little MissTM promotion From now until 26th March, each Happy Meal® will come...

With Children’s Mental Health Week, 5-7 February, highlighting unprecedented mental health issues among young people – Rites for Girls, a non-profit with a proven track record for transforming the mental wellbeing of girls – extends its life-changing programmes 5 new...

Exciting events, activities and partnerships will encourage more children to enjoy reading, however they choose to! The charity World Book Day® is holding its annual celebration on Thursday 7th March right across the UK and Ireland. World Book Day 2024...

Our Winter Mini Challenge prize draw is open! We’re inviting primary school classes to create a dazzling reading display showcasing what you have been reading. Grand Prize: an amazing bundle of 150 books for your school Runner-up: Bug Club Reading...

Getting your period at school is now easier than ever with the latest Modibodi® TEEN collection   There’s nothing harder than going into high school with your period and life doesn’t stop for Teens on their periods. Luckily, global absorbent...

There are 183 million outgrown baby clothes stored away doing nothing in UK homes. SuperLooper aims to get as many as possible of these back into use. Our multi award-winning rent and recycle service means you can donate your unused...

In war-torn regions like Ukraine, where children face the challenges of conflict, displacement, and uncertainty, toys become more than mere playthings. They serve as sources of comfort and support. They also nurture creativity, encourage social interaction, and empower children to...

We are so pleased to be continuing our partnership with the Youth Sport Trust and inviting children on a free online reading adventure. It’s a fantastic way to keep children motivated and excited about reading plus it could really help...

One of the UK’s leading 3D card makers, Me&McQ, has launched a new collection of luxury Christmas cards in time for the festive season. It is estimated that in the UK, Brits send around 1 billion Christmas cards each year...

New Christmas single ‘Hey Duggee Deck The Halls’ is available on Hey Duggee YouTube, BBC iPlayer and all major music streaming platforms from 1st December   Watch the Hey Duggee Deck The Halls music video HERE   BBC Studios Kids...

International development charity Concern Worldwide is encouraging Londoners to make mini miracles happen this Christmas by purchasing a gift to support vulnerable families around the world. The charity, which strives for a world free from extreme poverty, offers a range...

toucanBox craft kits are great for younger children, or those who have difficulty using fine motor skills. The components are all really good quality and easy to use; nothing tears easily, or is too fiddly to handle, and the instructions...

First of all, I think ‘The Art of Being a Brilliant Teenager’ is an amazing book that is full of all sorts of facts, quotes and really useful advice. Contained in the book are the tips and tricks for anything...

This Christmas, embark on a magical adventure as McDonald’s proudly unveils the Paddington™ Happy Meal® – inspired by the animated television series, ‘The Adventures of Paddington.’ Available in all restaurants nationwide from 22nd November 2023 until 3rd January 2024, the...

Discover Clean Living’s bacteria-busting, sustainable sports solutions January is the perfect time to set resolutions and intentions for the year ahead, and many of those start with pledging to get healthier. Staying active is an important part of daily life,...

A researcher from the University of Bath is currently recruiting participants for an online questionnaire looking to understand teachers, parents, and wider primary school stakeholders’ views and responses to primary school pupils’ in-school physical activity data. If you would be...

Click here to watch the lesson! Suitable for ages 8-14, or any child who is considering a career in the music industry. (The lesson starts around 14:50 mins) FREE RESOURCES! Activity pages (including colouring) for KS1 & KS2 Advent activity...

Set only a single generation into the future, the world of ‘Artificial Wisdom’ looks startlingly different from our own, and a population traumatised by climate disasters is polarised and desperate. This is not a bleak, dystopian novel, however, it is...

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