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Egg-citing Easter science: 5 messy (but brilliant) experiments to try at home with the kids

The Easter holidays are here, and if you’re looking for something to do that doesn’t involve chocolate comas or another trip to soft play, we’ve got you covered. The Royal Society of Chemistry has shared five wonderfully messy experiments that turn your kitchen into a mini-lab – and sneak a bit of learning into the fun. We’re talking swirling milk rainbows, hidden messages on eggs…
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New charitable initiative to encourage children’s art activities in Beckton

To mark the opening of the new Attic Self Storage premises in Beckton, local primary school students are being asked to draw or paint a picture depicting the ‘Beauty of Beckton’ and show what they like or enjoy about the area. The artworks must be submitted via post or uploaded online here.  The closing date for submissions is 19th June 2022. Image by Bob Dmyt from Pixabay The submitted…
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London Mums attend KIDZ BOP Christmas Special

London Mum Laura and her sweet child reporter Lilly having fun at the London premiere of the first-ever KIDZ BOP Christmas Special and met Sadie, Toby, Tafari & Chanel.   KIDZ BOP is the #1 music brand for kids, featuring today’s biggest global pop hits, “sung by kids for kids.” In 2021, the group celebrating its 20th birthday, and since its launch, the family-friendly music…
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Planet Mermaid has joined with Whale and Dolphin Conservation to launch “The Mermaid Challenge”

Planet Mermaid, the UK’s number one market leader in children’s and adults 100% swimmable mermaid tails has joined forces with WDC, Whale and Dolphin Conservation, the leading global charity dedicated to the protection of whales, dolphins and porpoises, to launch “The Mermaid Challenge” Big Splash swim. “The Mermaid Challenge, launched by WDC as part of its Big Splash Swim programme, is…
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Shakespeare Week: Life back then - A day with William Shakespeare in Stratford Upon Avon - Time-travelling child reporter goes back to 1599 to meet the famous playwright

Recently I boarded the time travel machine to meet the greatest playwright of all time, William Shakespeare, in Stratford Upon Avon where he was born in 1564 and where he now (in 1599) lives in his New House residence. Mr Shakespeare gave me a tour of his father’s house to give me an idea of how it was like living in Elizabethan England.  He was one of eight children but only four survived the…
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Interview with William Shakespeare by time travelling child reporter Diego

To celebrate Shakespeare Week as part of my Shakespeare Research Project for English in year 7 in secondary school I was recently asked to do an interview with William Shakespeare so I had to go back in time to do it. I headed to Stratford Upon Avon during half term and did just that. This is the result of my chat with one of the world’s best talents.  The time travel machine has brought me…
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10 year old Diego's honest review of Tom Gates - Family, Friends and Furry Creatures book by Liz Pichon

    While preparing for the SATs exams, in the evening I relaxed with Liz Pichon’s latest book Tom Gates – Family, Friends and Furry Creatures. As with all other Tom Gates’ books, I have truly enjoyed myself once again and here is why. I hope you can understand my ‘hen-writing’. 🙂           My mum‘s verdict There’s no stopping Liz Pichon. Once again she has come up with…
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US author Jeff Kinney chats to superfan Diego about Diary of a Wimpy kid - The Long Haul

  Jeff Kinney ‘s superfan Diego from the London Mums’ kids club had met his favourite author in London. Jeff was in town to promote the film Diary of a Wimpy kid – The Long Haul based on his book of the same name. Watch the exclusive interview in which he reveals anecdotes and behind the scenes details.     Watch the full interview   Diego interviews Jeff Kinney   Jeff Kinney…
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Diego reviews Shaun the Sheep Spoilsport DVD

I am so excited to have the chance to review the latest DVD from Aardman (my favourite filmmakers of all time), Shaun the Sheep Spoilsport with lots of Sheepish Shenanigans down at Mossy Bottom Farm. So much fun! I have even prepared a hand-written review…   My rating: 10/10 (nothing less!)   DVD Information Shaun persuades Bitzer to take part in his game of cricket, but Bitzer is more…
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Tower Bridge exhibition reviewed by Kids Club reporter Diego (9)

Recently I went to Tower Bridge Exhibition with my mum to review the new Family Trail. Instead of writing a review I have put together a video where I show how children can use the new app designed to capture the imagination of young explorers and encourage visitors to explore Tower Bridge like never before with inventive features and an activity packed booklet for kids. I really enjoyed it and…
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