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Win a copy of The Twits and House of Twits review

Posted on October 31, 2015July 8, 2016 by jenny

It’s no secret that we’re huge fans of Roald Dahl. I’ve been reading his books with my 5 year old and working our way through Roald Dahl’s Completely Revolting Recipes book too. So far our favourite has been The Twits, my son loved the tricks they play on each other and we even cooked the Wormy…

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Win a £100 Amazon giveaway with DC Super Friends

Posted on October 25, 2015October 12, 2024 by jenny

If your children are looking for as much superhero action as possible in one place, DC Kids is their answer. DC Kids latest animated series features all of your favorite DC characters from Batman to Wonder Woman and even Aquaman joining forces against the bad guys. The DC Kids YouTube channel makes it easy for…

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Win a copy of Peppa Pig: Peppa’s Post

Posted on October 18, 2015March 24, 2017 by jenny

We recently received a lovely new Peppa Pig picture book which both my 3 and 5 year old have been enjoying. Much more than a picture book, Peppa Pig: Peppa’s Post is reminiscent of Janet & Allan Ahlberg’s The Jolly Postman. The invitations are sent, rehearsals are complete, but who is the mystery guest coming…

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Win a family bundle worth £300 with Center Parcs

Posted on October 15, 2015February 26, 2025 by jenny

I don’t know about you but I’m determined to let my children have the one I remember. I remember bike rides, making fairy potions from my mum’s herb garden, sunbathing in the garden with my sister and building forts from deck chairs and picnic blankets. My childhood seemed uncomplicated but I’m not sure my children…

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Win a bundle of Star Wars books

Posted on October 11, 2015October 26, 2015 by jenny

Yesterday was the fourth annual Stars Wars Reads Day which celebrates everything Star Wars and reading. We reviewed some of the wonderful new Star Wars titles from Egmont and I’m so excited that I have an amazing bundle of Star Wars story and activity books to give away, including those pictured below. One lucky winner…

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Win 1 of 3 new Colour Me Mindful adult colouring books

Posted on October 6, 2015February 6, 2016 by jenny

Earlier this year I reviewed three colouring books for adults from Anastasia Catris. The books were so popular I’m delighted to announce the publication of three more titles in the Colour Me Mindful series: ENCHANTED CREATURES, SEASONS and BUTTERFLIES. Adult colouring books have burst to the top of the best selling lists and it’s easy…

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Win a plush Miffy as Miffy TV Comes to Tiny Pop!

Posted on September 29, 2015July 8, 2016 by jenny

As you know Miffy is celebrating 60 years this year. I have some exciting news to share with you today as Miffy’s Adventures: Big and Small launches on the Tiny Pop channel on Friday (2 October 2015). Miffy TV Comes to Tiny Pop! A new generation of British pre-schoolers can discover the charm of the…

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Win a Doc McStuffins Pet Vet Bag

Posted on September 28, 2015October 5, 2015 by jenny

I have a fantastic competition to share today. A couple of months ago we reviewed the Doc McStuffins Pet Vet Bag Playset from Flair. My 3 year old loves to play Doc with her own toys and now she can fix her toy animals too! The Pet Vet Bag Playset contains everything your child needs…

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Win Roald Dahl’s The Twits with a hairy beard cover

Posted on September 22, 2015July 1, 2019 by jenny

We’re having so much fun working our way through Roald Dahl’s books we actually have 2 on the go at the moment. We love September as the 13th September is Roald Dahl Day and we made our brilliant Mr Twit gingerbeard biscuit. The festivities continue throughout September culminating in Dahlicious Dress Up Day for Roald…

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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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