Shoezone Rolls out Free Next-day Delivery
Back-to-school shoe shopping made easier: The affordable footwear retailer reminds parents about free next-day delivery for last-minute shoe school shopping this September…
Education & Books
Affordability of School Uniforms for Parents
During King’s Speech, His Majesty highlighted the government’s commitment to improving the affordability of school uniforms for parents. A significant part of…
How to Help Children and Young People Prepare for the Real World
In today’s fast-paced and competitive world, today’s students need essential life skills that go far beyond academic success. As parents, we can…
Back to school, back to stress
Moving up a year increases anxiety and stress for children As the new school year approaches, anxiety levels are on the rise…
Imaginative Play with Janod Magneti’Books
A Delightful Addition to Our Playtime As a parent, I’m always on the lookout for toys that are not only entertaining but…
Supporting children with ADHD & Autism Back to School
Expert tips for parents from Clinical Psychologist Dr Selina Warlow. As September rolls around, the anticipation of a new school year brings…
Five tips to get your child to talk about their feelings
by Esther Marshall, author and founder of Sophie Says series of children’s books Ask open questions.These are questions which require a full…
Feel Inspired, Be Creative, Get Organised
The Photo Creator Instant Pocket Printer by Canal Toys is more than just a gadget, it’s a creative companion for kids who…
Help Books for Students
Calm Cards for Students 52 Cards and Booklet to Help You Find Inner Peace Summersdale Publishers When student life gets stressful, turn…
Top 6 Books to Help Your Child
Back to School Books Be Confident A Child’s Guide to Conquering Fears Poppy O’Neill An interactive workbook for parents and children from…
Dog behaviour expert reveals six top tips to ace recall training
Dog training and behaviour expert Nick Jones MA has revealed how pet owners can ace the recall, enabling owners to let their…
ALDI’S AMAZING BACK TO SCHOOL RANGE IS BACK
The supermarket has frozen its school uniform prices for the third year running, with its famous bundle costing just £5 Range offers…
Revolutionise the School Run with the Ultimate Convertible Stroller
For parents who prefer walking to school with their kids, smarTrike’s Traveler ActiveStroller is the perfect solution for keeping kids entertained and…
TOP FIVE SAVVY SAVINGS FOR BACK TO SCHOOL ITEMS
With just a few weeks left of the summer holidays, and the back-to-school season just around the corner, now is the perfect…
What Does Good State Education Look Like
Choosing a secondary school is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make for your child. Whether you’re seeking ‘ambitious academics, balanced with…
Trutex strikes gold with MadeForMums
Schoolwear manufacturer Trutex is the winner of the MadeForMums ‘Best Durability School Uniform 2024’. The parenting website awarded Trutex a Gold in…
Five tips to get help your child get mentally and emotionally ready for primary school
This autumn, many children are starting primary school for the very first time. It can be a scary and daunting but also…
Doctors Said my Baby with Down’s Syndrome Would Amount to Nothing
Now she’s a Vogue covergirl and an international supermodel for Gucci, Nike, and Adidas’ Ellie Goldstein, the first fashion model with Down’s…
Working parents spend an additional £1,683 a month on childcare over the summer holidays
£1,683 monthly increase in childcare costs spurs demand for flexible work during school holidays Phoenix Group calls for greater access to flexible…
Top tips to prepare for a SENsational summer
Stephanie Smith, Head of School, The Cavendish School For many autistic pupils, the planned school schedule offers a routine of activities and…
Social media harms relationships and changes kids’ behaviour, say majority of parents
More than half (55%) of parents say that social media has negatively impacted their child’s social relationships with their peers and 66%…
Free Essex Summer Workshops Launched to Instil Confidence and Self Belief in Kids
An experienced children’s mental health and wellness advocate from Dunmow has joined forces with Crystal Kingdom Social Enterprise CIC, to stage a…
Six key questions students in Clearing should ask this year
The countdown to the biggest day of thousands of students’ lives so far has begun. A-level results day is on August 15…
Katie Piper champions mental health and diversity in new kids book series
Katie Piper OBE, bestselling author, TV presenter, and activist, is publishing her new children’s book Together We Are Stronger (part of her…
Keeping children safe online this summer
~ The best parental control apps for monitoring your kids’ activity ~ As the summer holidays roll around, many young people turn…
Future-proofing Kid Entrepreneurs: AI Coding Workshops a Major Hit
Series of free camps equip Future AI “Kidpreneurs” An artificial intelligence coding workshop for youngsters scheduled for late July, has been so…
Preschool Puzzle Game
SmartGames, the worldwide leader in multi-level logic games, is delighted to present its latest 1 player puzzle game. Introducing Gnome Sweet Gnome,…
Music teacher and mum explains why a lullaby is not the most effective way to calm and soothe your baby to sleep
Three key tips to offer relief to anxious parents and contentment to babies – The internet and social media is rife with…
Review: MyFirst Camera 3 – The Perfect Introduction to Photography for Kids
As a parent, finding engaging and educational gadgets for our children can be a daunting task. Enter the MyFirst Camera 3, a…
Baby Massage
Proven techniques to calm your baby and assist development Peter Walker Give your baby the best start in life with this expert…
Spring Street Books
Spring Street Series books are beautifully designed books for babies and toddlers to encourage exploration, motor skills, and shared learning. From touch…
Empowering Educators: 7th Pride in Education Conference on 4th July
Partnering with the Festival of Education to Address the Rising Challenges to Trans Rights and LGBTIQA+ Inclusive Education in the UK As…
Help the Hedgehog
Sean McMenemy, passionate nature expert and founder of Ark Wildlife, shares some of his top tips on some easy ways toto care…
Eight out of 10 LGBTQ+ Gen Zers Unlikely to Work for Companies That Withdraw Support for the Community
Eight out of 10 LGBTQ+ Gen Zers Unlikely to Work for Companies That Withdraw Support for the Community, Reveals myGwork Research LONDON,…
Book Celebrates Families of All Shapes, Colours and Sizes
Award-Winning Children’s Book Celebrates Families of All Shapes, Colours and Sizes In her fifth book, published to coincide with Gay Pride Month…
Sprite and the Two Talking Turtles
Bringing to the attention of her young audience the perils and horrific damage that plastic can cause on the beautiful inhabitants of…
Frograt
Fun book for under-fives, Frograt, a half-frog, half-rat. He lives in a swamp brimming with other peculiar animals. One day, in the…
COLOSSAL WORDS FOR KIDS
75 vocabulary-boosting words defined in rhyme to stick in the mind! HARRIED Harry is late He’s off to get married Harry is…
(Stupid) Parenting, Journaling, and the Power of Self-Reflection
What’s the dumbest parenting strategy your parents believed in? Did they have a zero-tolerance policy that taught you how to lie better?·
Warning: Your diet is probably bad for your brain
By Patrick Holford, Foodforthebrain.org Mental health meltdown declared as rates of mental illness soar The food we eat is damaging our brain.·
Top 10 Ways To Create An Autism-Friendly Home For Your Child
Discover the top 10 ways to create an autism-friendly haven within your home Photo by Anna Kolosyuk on Unsplash Creating an autism-friendly…
fischertechnik influences PISA results
How fischertechnik can positively influence the PISA results PISA stands for “Programme for International Student Assessment”. The PISA study has been carried…
Go batty for bats
Why caring for these much-misunderstood mammals is essential for the environment Nearly 130 years ago, Bram Stoker’s Dracula was published and has…
Supporting Your Child’s Mental Health
In the hustle and bustle of raising children, it’s essential to pause and consider the mental well-being of our little ones.·
My Amazing ADHD Brain
A Child’s Guide to Thriving with ADHD This book contains: crazy inventions, stinky socks, a colourful collection of monsters and some super-slimy…
‘Face Your Fears: 7 Steps to Conquering Phobias and Anxiety’
‘Face Your Fears: 7 Steps to Conquering Phobias and Anxiety’ is the new book from Harley Street phobia specialist Christopher Paul Jones.·
Children’s Mental Health Week
As Children’s Mental Health Week, 5-11 February, spotlights the need for urgent change and effective solutions for our youth mental health crisis,…
Safer Internet Day
Screen Time gives users a better understanding of the time they and their kids spend using apps, visiting websites, and on devices…
Five top tips for the perfect university application
Vicki Ryan, University Counsellor, ACS International School Egham Applying to university is a big decision, but it does not have to feel…
The Gruffalo & Other Stories Gift Guide
The Gruffalo is the delightful story of a brave little mouse and his journey through the deep dark wood, evading prey using…
Hachette Children’s Books
Hachette Children’s Group is one of the largest children’s publishers in the UK, with an excellent track record in creating bestselling and…
My Voice Matters.
Children’s mental health charity, Place2Be, launches free school resources for Children’s Mental Health Week 2024 The theme of Children’s Mental Health Week…
How parents can support children experiencing school refusal
School refusal remains a major problem in the UK. A recent study by the Commission on School Reform found that 40% of…
A Parent’s Guide to Supporting Young Adults with Additional Needs
What’s Possible? A parent’s guide to supporting young adults with additional needs and the route to creating an independent future All parents…
Back-to-school Stress
As summer ends, children across the UK are returning to the classroom this week. With the start of a new academic year…
The Back to School Shoe Shopping Experience Becomes Less Stressful for Parents in Derby
30th August 2023: A shop in Derby is making the annual trip to buy shoes for the first day of the school…
Getting back-to-school ready: Ex-teacher shares tips for parents
As summer comes to an end, parents across the country are gearing up for the back-to-school season. However, transitioning from the laid-back…
4 at-home brain training techniques to help improve concentration
Mindfulness meditation: This involves focusing your attention on the present moment without judgement. This can help reduce impulsivity as individuals will become…
tonies® Partners with National Autistic Society Ahead of World Autism Acceptance Week
tonies® – the leading audio platform for children – is delighted to announce a partnership with the National Autistic Society to help…
LGBT+ History Month
FREE educational digital download is available now and to anyone from individuals to schools, academies, parents, communities, and individuals Young people hoped…
Four-year Autistic Pupil-Centred Study
Autistic young people’s experiences of mainstream education help shape guidance for schools and parents York St John University publishes four-year pupil-centred study.…
BEWARE OF OLD SHOES
By Christophe Champs, expert in Biomechanics and founder of PODO Clinic Shoes are not like children – we’re allowed to have favourites.·
National Apprenticeship Week 2022
6 benefits of choosing an apprenticeship, according to a careers mentor Apprenticeships give aspiring individuals a chance to earn and learn in…
Wicked Christmas Toys
As Christmas steadily approaches, every parent will begin to think what toy or game will children want this year? Well, at Wicked…
Unlock Spooky STEM Fun This Halloween
Geomag Glow Every year, come autumn, we go on the lookout for the funkiest, most exciting Halloween decorations, only to throw them…
Best Books to Read with Kids in 2022
Reading books with kids is important for a number of reasons. Books can teach kids valuable lessons, expose them to new ideas,…
How to successfully change your eating habits
By Dr Bunmi Aboaba, Food Addiction Coach Do certain situations, feelings, moods or times of day prompt you to overeat? If so,…
Horses and the Mental Health
Horses and the Mental Health lessons you can practice at home By Emma Hutchison, HorseBack UK Horses are part of childhood, whether…
Oxford College launches new scholarship for Black British students
New College Oxford has launched a new scholarship for economically disadvantaged Black British students at Oxford University. The Robert Allen Perkins Scholarship…
Baby FAQs: The Most Common Concerns for First-Time Parents
Becoming a parent for the first time can be a rather daunting experience. From nappy changes to dummies and potty training, there…
Mash Direct Grow Your Own Campaign
Tips to grow veg and herbs with the family By Jane Perrone I’ve teamed up with Mash Direct http://www.mashdirect.com/growyourown the award-winning ‘field-to-fork’…
Inside the World of Mummy Blogging
Mummy blog Mummy blogging has seen a huge rise in popularity in blogging spheres. Women around the world are documenting their experiences…
BECOMING, Michelle Obama
BECOMING, the #1 international bestselling memoir by former First Lady of the United States Michelle Obama, will be published in two new…
How To Help Kids Cope With Anxiety
Connections Academy school counselling consultant shares time-tested recommendations to help your children cope with anxiety Children are pretty resilient but the events…
Minecraft: The Island
Win a Copy of Minecraft For a chance to win send your name and email here before 15th March We have three…
Try a Drink with Benefits
We have teamed up with Gusto to give you a chance to win a case to try them out for yourself.·
Mother of invention
After their daughter went undiagnosed for over a decade, Kitty and Daniel Nabarro knew they had to help others with identifying and…
Homeschooling Tips
Homeschooling Tips: How to re-organize your child’s virtual learning space Connections Academy share 4 tips and tricks on how to create an…
Thriving through home schooling?
Thriving through home schooling or surviving it – what I’ve learnt and what my separated clients are experiencing by Claire Blakemore.·
Top 10 Most Important Trans Facts
Researchers from The University of Exeter has recently launched its two-year project in collaboration with University of Portsmouth unveiling never seen before…
Christmas Gift Books…
How about a present that will last all year this Christmas. Gift books are the gift that keeps on giving! ADULTS Gardening…
Turn Night-time Anxieties into Confidence & Bravery
Former children everywhere will readily admit that night-time often used to be a nerve-wracking, palm-sweating experience. From fears of the dark to…
Bug Busting Day
Busting the myths around head lice for Bug Busting Day With the school year in full swing and the cold nights drawing…
Want your kids to stand out at school?
Step up their style with a brand-new shoes like these. Softness, flexibility, on-trend styling and the unrivalled quality-price ratio are the characteristics…
The best gift you can give your kids this Christmas is resilience
Attributed to Sue Penna, co-founder and chief executive officer at Rock Pool CIC Resilience is the ability to return to being healthy…
Combat the University Mental Health Crisis.
Students from across the UK are clubbing together to combat the university mental health crisis. In an initiative started by students’ emotional…
Does the thought of September have you or your little ones feeling wobbly?
The advent of the new school year is a significant time of transition for kids and parents alike. Adjusting to new routines,…
Yoga Poses for Parents to Overcome Back Pain
Being parents to a bundle of joy is the best blessing you can ever have. It’s a wonderful moment for both parents.·
Have Fun Exploring Your Love for Music with the Grandkids
Ever since I retired, I’ve had a lot more time to spend with my grandchildren. Unfortunately, I don’t quite have the energy…
Addiction Expert urges Parents to Learn about Drugs
With the festival season in full swing, Priory addiction expert Dr Niall Campbell says parents need to know about the drugs their…
Aqua Wipes: The Plastic-Free, Biodegradable Wet Wipes
Nearly all of us at one time will use wet wipes -they are so darn useful and handy. But and there is…
Carlton Books
Continuing listing books in Parents News Books section, we now look at some new releases from Carlton Books. ICC Cricket World Cup…