Books

Book of the week: New children’s book 'Bedtime for Ella' helps kids overcome night-time fears

“Bedtime for Ella”, a new children’s book, offers a fun and imaginative way to help young readers tackle night-time fears. Written in a rhyming format, the story follows Ella, a young girl who encounters a friendly monster named Giggly Furbottom in her bedroom. Rather than being scared, Ella learns that laughter is a powerful tool to face her fears, turning what could have been a…
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Book of the week: Is This the Hole of Magic Mole? by Matt Mason

Is This the Hole of Magic Mole? by Matt Mason is an enchanting and educational children’s book aimed at young readers up to 8 years old. Priced at £6.99 plus £3 P&P, the story follows Magic Mole, a forgetful and slightly clumsy character who embarks on a journey through various holes of different shapes and sizes in search of the magic word that will reveal his mole hole. Along the…
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Captain Fantastic hitting the headlines

Captain Fantastic is an amazing children’s party franchise which has been hitting the headlines recently. Just named as Children’s Entertainment Company of the Year at the Prestige Awards, the company stands out because it uses professional actors and entertainers to run its range of birthday parties and special events including Christmas parties. Events are about silliness, laughter and fun…
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Movies

Film review: Ridley Scott’s Gladiator II starring Denzel Washington

Gladiator II serves as a thrilling return to ancient Rome. While it doesn’t quite recapture the emotional punch of the first film, it’s brimming with high-stakes action and dramatic performances. If nothing else, it’s a testament to Ridley Scott’s undying ambition, though it may not fully satisfy history and peplum movie (‘tunic’ film referring to Roman or Greek dramas) fans…
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Film review: Red One starring Chris Evans and Dwayne Johnson

For families looking for a fresh twist on Christmas entertainment,Red Oneis a delightful and action-packed choice that delivers holiday magic with a modern edge. It balances holiday cheer with family-friendly thrills, and while it has a PG-13 edge, it’s suitable for most age groups with some guidance for younger viewers. The film’s unique characters and mythical undertones may even…
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Film review: Paddington in Peru

Paddington is back, and for London Mums, it’s simply Paddingtacular!Paddington in Peru is the best family film of the year! 10/10. The story It’s been a long wait – seven years since our favourite bear’s last cinematic outing – but Paddington in Peru is worth every minute. This time, the beloved bear travels to his roots in Peru, alongside the Brown family, to visit Aunt…
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Creative birthday ideas to make your child's day unforgettable

Creating a memorable birthday celebration for your child doesn’t have to be complicated or costly. With a bit of creativity and thoughtful planning, you can organise an experience that your child and their friends will talk about for weeks. Here are twelve exciting creative birthday ideas to make your kids’ celebration unforgettable. 1. Choose the Perfect Venue for a Unique Experience The…
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Film review: Venom: The Last Dance – Tom Hardy’s wild finale!

On Thursday, 24th October 2024,London Mums Magazine had the thrilling opportunity to catch the latest escapade of our favourite symbiote anti-hero, Venom: The Last Dance, featuring the ever-charismatic Tom Hardy. Now, if you’ve been living under a rock (or maybe just avoiding the Marvel universe), let’s get you up to speed: Venom has been on quite the journey, featuring in four…
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Film review: Transformers One starring Chris Hemsworth

Two teenage reporters from London Mums Magazine were thrilled to be invited to review Transformers One. As lifelong fans who grew up surrounded by Transformers movies and toys, they had plenty to say about this latest instalment in the beloved franchise. The Story Transformers One takes us way back to where it all began – to the very origins of the Autobots and Decepticons. Directed by Josh…
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Joker: Folie à Deux, a Psychopath La La Land

Imagine a film where American Psycho meets The Singing Detective in a twisted, surreal musical, with the dark undercurrents of La La Land‘s dreams versus reality. That’s the vibe Joker: Folie à Deux aims for, blending the haunting chaos of a psychopath’s mind with the dazzling, often illusory world of song and dance. Picture the chilling detachment of Patrick Bateman, but instead of…
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