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It is extremely important to begin building a strong relationship with your daughter when she is young. If you do so, when those troubling teen years arrive, she will be much more likely to come to you with problems and seek - and take - your advice. However, it is never too late to begin. The following activities are suitable for any age and will appeal to you as well as your daughter.Teach her to use toolsMy daughters can do minor home repairs, change the oil on their cars, and will not be tak …

The average person sleeps 8 hours a day. That’s exactly one third of their life that they spend in their bed.  For children the time spent in bed is even longer and, in many ways, more important. A growing child needs at least 8 hours, if not more, to regenerate after a long day, develop into an intelligent and thoughtful human being and mature as well as possible. It is for this reason that a bed is one of the most important pieces of furniture and it is interesting to discover the history …

Encouraging reading from a young age and ensuring that it is continued throughout childhood can really help your child get a head start on their education, and then continue to support their learning throughout the years. Learning to read is one of the biggest educational steps a young child will take and can have such a big impact on their educational careers for years to come. Whilst traditional books are still great, nowadays more and more children have iPad’s or similar tablets and co …

Holland is an excellent choice for a family holiday with the kids at any time of the year. If you’re considering a visit, you may be wondering where to pay a visit to. Here we look at the top five places in Holland that offer a great amount of family fun: 1. CORPUS - Leiden CORPUS is a human biology interactive museum. It is a journey through the human body that will provide the kids with a unique education experience that is brilliant fun too.  Walk into a giant mouth or take a trip …

Have you got a child that just goes crazy for all things footie related? Why not treat them to a huge surprise, and turn their room into their very own football themed haven. There are tonnes of ideas out there to give you some inspiration, so here are a few to get you started! Colour The base for any room is the colour choice. Whether it’s the walls, floor or accessories, choosing the right colour is key. Any football fanatic has a beloved team colour, so why not incorporate that int …