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Yellow and black rice fill a tray to create a bee sensory bin with small felt bumble bees resting inside brown hexagon shapes that resemble a honeycomb. Text overlay reads "BUMBLE BEE SENSORY BIN" in bold letters across the center of the image.
Bee sensory bin

We love this bumble bee sensory bin activity. It’s a fun and engaging way for [...]

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10
Apr
Four panel collage of popsicle stick crafts including a dog face, cactus plants, a colorful caterpillar with a pear, and smiling corn with green husks. Large text across the center reads “POPSICLE STICK CRAFTS.”
Popsicle Stick Crafts

Popsicle sticks are tiny tools with huge creative potential, and this collection of 10 popsicle [...]

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01
May
Butterfly life cycle sensory bin with green leaves, purple flowers, a monarch butterfly toy, caterpillar, chrysalis, and leaf with caterpillars arranged inside a white bin. Text overlay reads “BUTTERFLY LIFE CYCLE SENSORY BIN”.
Butterfly Life Cycle Sensory Bin

I love teaching children about the natural world around us through play. This post will [...]

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01
May

Family travel

Family days out North West

The North West region of England has loads of great family days out for you [...]

12
Jul
Toddler running up a sand dune
UK family days out and holidays

We love exploring the UK as a family. We are so fortunate to live in [...]

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24
Jul

Outdoor & nature kids activities

Family walks

Woman walking along woodland path
The best family walks North West

We love family walks, so today I’m sharing the best family walks in North West [...]

25
Sep
four different photos of children out walking. Text reads UK family walks for all abilities
The best UK family walks

Going on a walk is a fantastic family activity. Below are all the family walks [...]

18
Dec

Books for kids

4 children's books about climate change and text that reads earth day books for kids
Earth day children’s books

These books below are perfect for reading all year round to teach children about respecting [...]

31
Mar
4 different spring books for kids and overlay text that says Spring books for kids
Children’s books about spring

Here are over 20 children’s book about spring for you to enjoy with your children. [...]

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24
Mar

Family travel

Common Mistakes People Make When Applying for Visas

Collaborative post * Every year, thousands of visa applications end up delayed or denied, not [...]

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25
Jun
How to Choose a Destination When You’re Booking Last Minute

Collaborative post Booking last-minute holidays can feel chaotic, but it is also one of the [...]

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24
Jun
Three skiers wearing colorful winter clothing and helmets ski down a groomed snowy slope under a clear blue sky. Snow covered mountain peaks stretch across the background as the group descends together on a sunny day
What to Pack for a Winter Skiing Adventure with Kids (Without Overpacking!)

Collaborative post Planning a snowy getaway with children brings plenty of excitement, from their first [...]

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05
Jun

Family lifestyle

Close-up of a person plugging a charging cable into an electric vehicle. The individual holds a smartphone in one hand while connecting the charger with the other, with the car’s charging port open and visible.
The Tiny Car Upgrade That’s Made Family Days Out So Much Easier

Collaborative post For most parents, the car boot (or the frunk, if you’ve gone electric) [...]

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01
Jul
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How Fashion Helps Express Identity During Pride Month

Collaborative post June is here and it’s time to celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community. Pride Month [...]

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22
Jun
Outdoor wedding ceremony set in a garden with a white aisle runner leading between rows of seated guests. White flowers in the foreground frame the scene while wedding guest outfits in soft colors are visible among attendees seated on either side of the aisle.
What to Wear to a Summer Wedding

Collaborative post Summer is a classic time for a wedding. It allows an outdoor reception [...]

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22
Jun

Home and garden

Red composite front door centered on a red brick house exterior with white trim, two small glass panels near the top, and matching white framed windows on either side. The entrance features a small step, exterior wall light, and landscaped border along the front of the property.
Is a Composite Door the Right Choice for Your Home?

Collaborative post Composite doors have become one of the most commonly specified front door replacements [...]

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05
Jun
How to Design a Cosy Bedroom Sanctuary: A Year-Round Guide to Comfort

Collaborative post Your bedroom should be your personal retreat—a place where you can unwind after [...]

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18
May
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How To Choose A Mattress For Kids Or Teenagers

Collaborative post Thinking of buying a mattress for your kid? Well, the major question to [...]

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30
Apr
Four different countryside scenes and text across the middle that reads Family walks North West - Facebook group

Join the Family walks North West Facebook group to be part of a community sharing the best walks for families across the region. Click here.