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Monday Happy Things {Week 408}

Posted on August 8, 2022 by jenny

Starting the week by writing the Monday Happy List is something I’ve been doing for a while. It’s a chance for me to sit down and reflect on the things that made me happy in the previous week, as well as to record some of our family adventures. It’s a post I always love to sit down…

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Exploring the thames foreshore with kids

Exploring the Thames foreshore with kids

Posted on August 6, 2022April 22, 2024 by jenny

We love living in London and go as often as we can. There is always so much to see and do and a day out in London doesn’t need to cost a lot of money. A few weeks ago I took my daughter in London for a day out. We visited Sky Garden (for free),…

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Horrible Histories: Terrible Tudors {review}

Horrible Histories: Terrible Tudors {review}

Posted on August 3, 2022April 22, 2023 by jenny

Yesterday we were invited to watch Horrible Histories: Terrible Tudors. We are huge fans of Horrible Histories, my son has alllll the books, so we couldn’t wait to watch a live performance. He’s been studying the Tudors in his history lessons so I thought it would be fun and educational too for the school holidays!…

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SuperQuesters: The Case of the Stolen Sun, the SuperQuesters

SuperQuesters: The Case of the Stolen Sun {book review}

Posted on August 2, 2022 by jenny

We were recently introduced to the brand new SuperQuesters series, which has been expertly designed by authors Lisa Moss and Dr Thomas Bernard to develop STEM skills for 4-8 years old in a fun and accessible way. The series is perfect for fans of Izzy Gizmo, Ada Twist, Scientist, the Fantastically Great Women series and…

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Monday Happy Things {Week 407}

Posted on August 1, 2022 by jenny

Starting the week by writing the Monday Happy List is something I’ve been doing for a while. It’s a chance for me to sit down and reflect on the things that made me happy in the previous week, as well as to record some of our family adventures. It’s a post I always love to sit down…

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chimps are family trail london

Exploring Chimps Are Family sculpture trail

Posted on July 31, 2022August 24, 2023 by jenny

A few weeks ago my daughter and I hopped into London for some sightseeing. We managed to visit Sky Gardens, Superbloom at the Tower of London before finishing off with the Exploring Chimps Are Family sculpture trail. The sculpture trail runs between London Bridge and Tower Bridge and is open until 22nd October so there’s…

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Craft Stick Catapult STEM activity for kids

Craft Stick Catapult STEM activity for kids

Posted on July 28, 2022July 28, 2022 by jenny

The summer holidays are rushing by like they always do. We have been busy outside in the garden, enjoying the warm weather. We couldn’t resist making these fun craft stick catapults. They don’t need many items to make them and are a fun STEM activity for kids. We thought we would share the process for…

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Zombie Kittens card game review

AD – Zombie Kittens card game review

Posted on July 27, 2022April 15, 2024 by jenny

I can’t believe it’s three years ago since we were introduced to the game Exploding Kittens. It’s been a firm favourite with our family, and always gets packed away when we go away for a weekend. Last year we were lucky to try Exploding Minions too! Exploding Kittens – The premise is simple – you…

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embroidery hoop featuring daisies

Monday Happy Things {Week 406}

Posted on July 25, 2022 by jenny

Starting the week by writing the Monday Happy List is something I’ve been doing for a while. It’s a chance for me to sit down and reflect on the things that made me happy in the previous week, as well as to record some of our family adventures. It’s a post I always love to sit…

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Welcome to the gingerbread house blog. I’m Jenny, London mum of two teens. Craft and family lifestyle blogger, occasional baker of gingerbread. Find out more about us, our latest crafts, and be inspired by our days out. Contact me jenny@the-gingerbread-house.co.uk

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