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Many of the toys introduced in the late 70s and popular throughout the 80s are still played with by today’s boys and girls. These toys met the requirements for becoming popular with multiple generations.My Little PonyDuring the 80s, My Little Pony with its line of coloured plastic horses with brushable manes and tails caught the imagination of little girls. The original six ponies – Minty, Snuzzle, Butterscotch, Bluebelle, Cotton Candy, and Blossom – all had a symbol on their hips to match their …

The Easter holiday is a welcome break for all of us, allowing us to spend time with our family, sleep (ha!) and gorge on chocolate! But trying to find activities to occupy your little people during the holiday can be quite difficult, especially if April lives up to its name and bestows upon us days of April showers. Here are some cracking craft ideas to help keep you and your children entertained and out of the rain! Paper Plate Bunnies This is a really simple and easy Easter craft to enjoy with …

We know how important sleep is to a child’s growth and development; at Room to Grow it is our number one priority to make sure children are able to get the best quality night’s sleep in order to reach their full potential physically and mentally. We know there are a number of things which go into ensuring a good night’s sleep including a strong bedtime routine, healthy diet and exercise and a comfortable sleeping environment to name a few. But one thing which can be play a massive role in the qu …

Sometime around the age of five, your child will begin to show signs they are ready learn to tell time. They may ask when lunch or a favourite television show is, or how long they have to nap. This indicates they are aware of time and they are ready to learn the concept of time. However, you should wait to start the actual process of teaching your child to tell time until they have an understanding of numbers. They should know their numbers, be able to count to sixty, and understand simple add …

Spring is upon us and it’s officially the season of all things pastel. If you’re planning on a bit of spring cleaning and redecorating, now is the perfect time to brighten your child’s bedroom for the new season with a brand-new pastel palette.Accents and AccessoriesThe best way to update a child’s bedroom is by switching out old accessories for bright new ones but you’ll need to start with a blank canvas first; think neutral walls, white furniture, and plain carpets or wooden floors. Then all y …