The was a decade of big changes social, politically, and economically. These changes also impacted the toy market. We saw the introduction of video games, and more complex toys toys that challenged our imagination, required us to think, and developed manual dexterity. The 1970s was also a decade of new products and discoveries two […]
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26th September European Day of Languages: 5 Reasons Why Children Should Learn a Foreign Language
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Being able to take a trip abroad and being able to ask for things in a different language is a great feeling and one we should all aspire to enjoy but did you know that language learning can also boost your brain power and make you better at music? Multiple language learning for children has […]
So many children these days seem to suffer from allergies and one of the most common allergies is hayfever during the summer, whilst the common cold is apparent during the winter months. Although research suggests that hayfever doesn’t usually affect children until they’re about seven years of age, it can start earlier and can have […]
This is the week when kids across the UK go back to school for the beginning of a whole new school year. Many little ones will be going to school for the very first time, with parents shedding a tear whilst taking photos of their little darlings in their fresh new school uniforms for the […]
According to the National Sleep Foundation, 1% of pre-school aged children and 2% of school-aged children walk in their sleep at least a few nights per week. As it is something that is more common amongst children it is important that parents have some knowledge around sleepwalking and the reasons behind it. There is often […]
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Add a personal touch this Mother’s day and replace a shop bought gift with something thoughtful and handmade that can be treasured forever. Looking for some inspiration? Room to Grow have put together a selection of our favourite ideas to get the children crafty, but most importantly there’s sure to be a gift to make every […]
Time with your daughter fits naturally into your daily schedule when they are small; your toddler and preschooler have necessities that require your presence. But as your daughter gets older, it may be more difficult to find the time to bond with her. Planning some specific activities for this purpose will help. Go Shopping Okay, […]
Choosing your kids beds may seem like a small piece of the bedroom makeover puzzle, but not only do they provide a focal point for the room, they can be intrinsic to play and broadening your child’s imagination and creativity. Below we have rounded up our top children’s beds that encourage a sense of fun […]
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First published in 1865, Lewis Carroll’s Alice in Wonderland was an immediate success and has remained one of the best-known English children’s books. However, although popular with both children and adults because of its whimsical characters with their unique personalities, Alice in Wonderland is not in any way a children’s book. Alice’s world is a […]
From birth to adulthood, learning is essential. We’re all constantly learning, but children even more so. In order to live well fulfilled and productive lives, learning is essential. With smaller children, you’ll do a lot of their learning with them; teaching by doing. This involves things such as brushing their teeth, tying their shoes or […]