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

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

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

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.

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

The trials and tribulations of ownership and antlers This Moose Belongs to Me by Oliver Jeffers Oliver Jeffers picture books

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

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

Is it too much to ask to have a space to myself? A sanctuary of calm and relaxation. An adult

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

Do you find yourself constantly saying no to your kids? I know I do. Everything they ask for is a

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.

A Review of the Transformers animated series.

Today is International Day of the child. This is a day to raise our voices for girls around the world. This post is 25 things I want to tell my daughters as they grow up.

Jack’s Mega Machines: The Rocket Racer By Alison Ritchie and Mike Byrne For ages 3-5 It is World Space week this

A pumpkin picture made out of fruit loops. It was a really simple art activity with minimal mess and was great for a bit of practice at colour sorting and vocabulary.

Oooh look – I’m popping up all over the place. This time on B-Inspired Mama with my pumpkin play dough. We loved making these.

Having twins, I worry about their speech and have to constantly look for ways to encourage their speaking skills. These are some of the things I try to do.

Now the twins are two I am so pleased to finally start introducing some meals which we used to enjoy

Arts and crafts are such a brilliant way to bring religion alive for children. They get to make something concrete

If you love space activities then make sure you visit the World Space Week Blog Hop.

Learning spelling can get a bit boring. With this super space ship pen and sensory mat it will be an out of this world experience!

Spiders are synonymous with Halloween and this time of year. Whether you love them or loathe them they make a

Last week I was cutting out two circles – one for a giant spider and one for a shield for

It may not be quite Halloween yet but surely it is always the perfect time to eat spider cupcakes?! These tasty treats are incredibly chocolately and will look super cute on your halloween table or given out to trick-or-treaters.