Today we have been learning about Chanukah, Hanukkah The Jewish Festival of Lights We have been using resources From Twinkl to learn about The festival that lasts eight days And eight nights Celebrating The Miracle of the Oil We read … Continue reading
There is something magical about London at Christmas The icing on our Christmas cake this advent Has been a trip to a very festive Royal Albert Hall The building is stunning inside and out Arriving at the hall feels incredibly … Continue reading
Last week we were invited to The Marlowe Theatre To review their 2022 pantomime Sleeping Beauty We went as a whole family And to truly review the show I should have filmed the children’s faces Their expressions of joy Their … Continue reading
Are you starting to feel festive? Are you getting ready for a family Christmas? I have the perfect picture book for you To read when things are feeling crazy When the Christmas overwhelm is real Take a cup of cocoa … Continue reading
Christmas is not Christmas without … For us it is The Snowman I have so many magical memories Mixed up with this famous Raymond Briggs story From childhood to motherhood The Snowman has been part of my festive season I … Continue reading
In a National Gallery first, you are invited to join us as larger-than-life characters step out of a masterpiece and embark on a magical Christmas adventure. A tale of friendship, mystery and festive spirit set in the 1600s. This 60-minute … Continue reading
This is a sponsored post As a child, you probably remember your parents telling you to go outside and entertain yourself with whatever you can find. But, as you have grown up and become a parent yourself, you will notice … Continue reading
It is officially the festive season In theatre land With magical shows now in theatres across the land For children and their grown ups to enjoy We have already been lucky enough to see The Snowman this year Which the … Continue reading
“Bring me home my beating wings. Bring me home my beating heart.” Today Esther, William and I finished reading Private Peaceful This is a book that I loved teaching to my Y5/6 classes It is an incredibly moving story Of … Continue reading
Today is Stir-Up Sunday A tradition that celebrates the ‘coming’ of Christmas The day for family to come together To make a Christmas cake or pudding Everyone, young and old Should take a turn stirring the pudding mixture for luck … Continue reading