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The Dog Squad: The Race by Clara Vulliamy (in: Books: children & YA)
Jan 17, 2024

The Dog Squad:The Race written and illustrated by by Clara Vulliamy is a perfect introduction to chapter books for your readers, writes Anne Coates.

Seven Top Tips to Increase Fibre in Your Diet (in: Healthy parents)
Jan 9, 2024

Dietitian Dr Carrie Ruxton and GP Dr Binita Kalaria understand the importance of meeting fibre recommendations when it comes to maintaining a healthy body weight. Here, they offer seven tasty tips to help you up your intake.

Fairytale Ninjas – Two and a Half Wishes (in: Books: children & YA)
Jan 4, 2024

Two and a Half Wishes is the third book in Paula Harrison's Fairytale Ninjas series published by HarperCollins Children's Books.

Win a Copy of Murder in the Lady Chapel by Anne Coates (in: Freebies, offers & competitions)
Jan 2, 2024

Enter our competition to win a signed copy of Murder in the Lady Chapel by Anne Coates.

The Mole Toy from Charlie Mackesy (in: Games & toys)
Dec 20, 2023

Since its publication in 2019, The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse has brought joy to millions of readers  adults and children – who fell in love with the four unlikely friends. In particular the Mole captivated hearts and imaginations and now there is a beautifully crafted mole for you to own, writes Anne Coates.

Christmas-Opoly (in: Games & toys)
Dec 14, 2023

A variation on a well-known favourite, Christmas-Opoly from Cheatwell Games is a merry game to celebrate the season, writes Anne Coates.

Bottle Warmer from Nanobébé (in: Products & equipment)
Dec 8, 2023

The nanobébé baby bottle insulated bag is a brilliant blend of fashion and function to add to your parenting essentials. This sleek and practical cooler saves space while storing everything from bottles to baby food. Olivia Coates puts it to the test.

The Traitors – Card Game (in: Games & toys)
Dec 6, 2023

The Traitors was the biggest new series for young audiences across all BBC titles last year, and the highest rating new entertainment series on the BBC since at least 2017 for young audiences. A new series is scheduled for 2024 but while you wait why not play the game yourselves, suggests Anne Coates.

 

Haier I-Master Series 5 Blender (in: Products & equipment)
Dec 1, 2023

Having been totally won over by Haier's I-Master Series 5 Kettle and Toaster, Anne Coates was delighted to review the Haier I-Master Series 5 Blender. Here's what she thought.

Stack & Mix Wooden Building Blocks (in: Games & toys)
Nov 29, 2023

Start unlocking your baby's inner architect with these wooden building blocks. Stack, mix, and create your own quirky characters with endless combinations to explore with Stack & Mix Wooden Building Blocks from Kikkerland. Anne Coates reviews.   

Pictionary vs AI from Mattel Games (in: Games & toys)
Nov 24, 2023

Anne Coates loves playing Pictionary so asks what does Pictionary vs AI from Mattel Games bring to the table?

HOW THE GRINCH LOST CHRISTMAS! (in: Books: children & YA)
Nov 23, 2023

HOW THE GRINCH LOST CHRISTMAS! is the official sequel to the beloved holiday classic How the Grinch Stole Christmas!