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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

UK Trip Itinerary: Plan England, Scotland & Wales

Collaborative post A UK trip itinerary works best when you give it 10 to 14 [...]

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15
Jul
A scenic view of Doonagore Castle in County Clare, Ireland, perched on a grassy hilltop overlooking the Atlantic Ocean at sunset. The sky glows in warm orange and purple hues, casting soft light over the rugged coastline and lush green landscape.
How Many Days Do You Need in Ireland? Sample Itineraries

Collaborative post How many days do you need in Ireland? For most first-time visitors, seven [...]

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15
Jul
Family Road Trips Without the Meltdowns: How One UK Family Upgraded Their Car Screen for Long Drives Across the UK and Europe

Collaborative post UK families who love exploring, whether that’s a weekend in the Lake District, [...]

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14
Jul

Family lifestyle

What Your Zodiac Sign Says About Your Parenting Style

Collaborative post Most books on parenting offer great general advice. However, a standard book cannot [...]

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06
Jul
5 Cosy Tea Time Accessories That Make Weekday Afternoons Feel Special

collaborative post Weekday afternoons can feel like the forgotten part of the day. The morning [...]

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04
Jul
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

Home and garden

The Sensory Sanctuary: 2026 Bedroom Trends Designers Actually Live With

Collaborative post Your bedroom should do far more than look exceptional in a curated social [...]

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07
Jul
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
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.