The John Lewis Christmas advert has been aired for the first time which means the countdown to Christmas has begun. Miffy, created by Dutch illustrator Dick Bruna, nearly 60 years ago, is a firm favourite in our house. We were excited to hear that new books and an activity book have been released in time…
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Win an annual subscription to Journl
Last week Little Sis and I had a day out in the West End. We’re having lots of fun together whilst her brother is at school and I thought we’d venture a little further than normal. I love planning and making lists so used Journl to plan our day. I checked bus and tube times…
Win A Child’s Christmas in Wales – 3 up for grabs
‘All the Christmases roll down toward the two-tongued sea, like a cold and headlong moon bundling down the sky that was our street…’ Celebrated poet, Dylan Thomas, recalls his own childhood with wit and magic in this beautiful children’s classic that has become one of his most popular works. Dylan Thomas’s lyrical account of his…
Win 1 of 3 copies of Do You Speak English, Moon?
Orion Children’s Books recently sent us a copy of Do You Speak English, Moon? by Francesca Simon and illustrated by Ben Cort. It’s a breathtakingly gorgeous bedtime picture book from the winning team who wrote Horrid Henry and illustrated Aliens Love Underpants. Inquisitive children across the world are fascinated by the moon. Does anyone live on…
Win a copy of I Heart Holidays by Clara Vulliamy
I have a lovely book giveaway to share with you today. You may have heard about a little bunny called Martha and her Bunny Brothers. A couple of years ago we reviewed I Heart School and the third book in the picture book series has recently been published – I Heart Holidays. Martha and her…
Win a Nappy Change Kit from Munchkin
Over the Summer holidays we travelled a fair bit around the country. The children don’t mind long car journeys and as soon as we say we’re going away they will pack their rucksacks with toys and snacks for the journey. As part of my role as an ambassador for Lindam Munchkin I recently received a…
10 Autumn nature crafts for kids (and a $500 giveaway)
We are well and truly feeling Autumnal at the moment. Every time we go outside the children collect pocketfuls of leaves, conkers and pinecones to craft with. We’ve tried leaf rubbing, painting with leaves, turning pinecones into animals and so much more, all inspired by nature. Today I wanted to share 10 Autumn nature crafts…
Win a Ghostbusters 30th Anniversary Blu-Ray
To celebrate the special 30th anniversary Blu-ray release of Ghostbusters, I’ve teamed up with Sony Pictures Home Entertainment to host a giveaway where one lucky winner can win a children’s Ghostbuster’s costume, a keyring, and a copy of the Blu-ray! From September 1 fans will be able to own the Ghostbusters 30th Anniversary Edition on…
Win Lenor Unstoppables and wash Summer into your Autumn wardrobe!
The start of the new school year means my washing basket is full of essential school items. My 4 year old must see it as his mission to get as messy as possible and give me something to do whilst he’s at school. Fortunately for me I received some samples of the new Lenor Unstoppables…