Rudolph Caramel Tartlets
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Playdough jewellery
Children love playdough. Not only is it good for their fine motor skills but it teaches them that virtually anything is possible. This jewellery activity is even better because cooking the playdough makes their creations permanent.
Strawberry milo delight
Strawberry milo delight is a quick and easy dessert that is also quite delicious. Grate some chocolate over the top of the custard for a real treat the kids will love.
Valentines Day cookie bracelets
These adorable Valentine's Day cookie bracelets are the perfect gift to make for those you love. They also make a fun cooking activity with the kids!
Layered bottle density experiment
Ever tried to explain quicksand to your kids? Do they notice that when you add honey to a drink, it sinks to the bottom of the glass? Why not share this easy kids science experiment about density with them and create three layers of separating liquids!
Toilet roll rocket party bon bons
Trash to treasure craft is a great way to teach kids about recycling materials. These homemade party bon bons are a great idea for Christmas, birthday parties or just a rainy day activity for kids.
Reindeer cupcakes recipe
These scrummy reindeer cupcakes don't only taste amazing they look such a treat. Make them for Christmas or for the school cake stall the kids will love helping you to decorate.
Leaping Lilly Pads
What a great game to play with the family, especially before the laundry has been folded! As the kids hop from one sock to the next, get them to pair the socks up as they go! A win-win for everyone involved, the kids have fun playing the game and the adults get the washing done.
Marshmallow cereal bars
Much like the bars you can buy at the supermarket, these marshmallow cereal bars can be added as a treat to your child's lunch box or you could make a batch for the cake stall.
Simple French onion potato bake
With only four ingredients to turn the humble spud into something truly delicious, this potato bake recipe has to be a winner. Layers of potato, onion and creamy make this hearty side which can easily be a main meal with the addition of a crisp, green salad.
Hot cross buns
Teach your kids the lyrics to your favourite nursery rhymes and they'll remember them forever.
Savoury scones
Savoury scones are a lovely twist on regular scones. A little dab of butter on each half of the scone is all you need to make a delicious snack
Veggie fritters
Great if you want to use up veggies in the fridge, these wholesome fritters are wonderful with a rasher of crispy bacon and a poached egg. Use whatever combo takes your fancy for a light lunch or breakfast side.
Beetroot and chickpea dip
Tasty, colourful and filled with goodness, this dip is great for babies or as a dip for toddlers. Serve it with pita bread, carrots, celery or crackers and you've got a great afternoon treat for the whole family.
Egg carton Very Hungry Caterpillar
This simple Book Week craft activity is a great one for toddlers. Just cut them a row of egg cups from the carton and let them loose with the paints. You can then use it as a prop while you're reading Eric Carle's classic, The Very Hungry Caterpillar.
Prosciutto and egg pies
These yummy pies are great for a light meal or packed into a picnic basket on a sunny day. Hidden veggies from the spinach and the perfect combo of eggs, cheese and prosciutto makes this a winner for lunch boxes too. Delish!
Turkish bread pizzas
Using turkish bread as a pizza base is a nice change and super quick.
Homemade paper photo frame
Once you know how to make these homemade photo frames, you’ll be looking for excuses to make them again and again. You can stick them inside cards or tie them onto presents – either way, they always look impressive!
Egg carton treasure box
If you have empty egg cartons lying around the house, pull them out and get crafting with this great activity. The kids will love decorating their own treasure box to keep their prized possessions in
Cotton wool rain clouds
The perfect craft for a rainy day! Be inspired by those rain clouds and get making your own. They'll be a nice addition to the other arts and crafts on the display wall.
Learning the ABC: The letter Y
Learning to write starts a lot earlier than most parents think. Those scribbles, shapes and hard pressed pieces of artwork your child produces is the first stepping stone. Turning that artwork into letters can be tricky. These free printables encourage learning with colour. Try with Y.
The Shocking Truth About Uterine Prolapse
Madeleine Hamilton shares her experience of a uterine prolapse so you can learn how to reduce the risks.
Pea and zucchini puree
A bright green no baby could resist, this puree tastes great mixed with a little bit of mashed potato too. Great for protein, folate and vitamin A.
Hoisin pork with rice noodles
Tangy and sweet, this delicious marinated hoisin pork stir-fry is the perfect midweek meal, and the rice noodles make a delicious change from regular egg noodles or rice. Prepare the pork the night before and then its a quick sizzle in the wok and dinner is served!
Tongue twisters: Swan swam
Tongue twisters help develop speech skills in young children as well as older children who need additional help with speech therapy.
Rumball Cake Pops
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Fizzy experiment
Science experiments are so much fun for kids and so easy to do in your own home. This simple fizzy experiment will intrigue the kids and have them asking why and how?
Italian tomato sauce
This sauce is so easy even a novice can do it. It's a great sauce for: Chicken parmigiana - Pour over crumbed chicken and cover with mozzarella and tasty cheese; Bolognaise sauce - Add to cooked diced onion, browned beef mince and add some tomato paste; Arrabiata sauce - Just add chilli to the tomato sauce.
Baked penne with fennel meatballs
This is a great dish for when you have kids and adults over for an early dinner and want something to feed everyone at once. Its also great to make in batches and freeze for an easy mid-week meal.