The ninth annual Wimbledon BookFest is back this autumn bringing the worlds of literature, the arts, popular culture and film to the Big Tent on Wimbledon Common with a diverse array of children’s events and workshops at the heart of the programme.
2-11 October 2015
Events for children include:
Inspirational poet and performer Michael Rosen.
Join Aardman Animations, creators of Shaun the…
Finding yourself totally immersed and laughing out loud in a theatre play doesn’t happen every day, not even in the London West End. Well, for a seriously hilarious night out in London I recommend the latest production of Oscar Wilde’s much-loved classic play, The Importance Of Being Earnest, starring David Suchet (known for his role as Inspector Poirot) as Lady Bracknell.
Those who…
Every age has a different perspective of life. I am a teenager, the most difficult age ever.
My name is Alicia and I am Italian, from Bologna. I spent three weeks in London and I loved it!
It is absolutely an amazing city, full of people coming from everywhere, parks, events and incredible buildings. I’ve never been in London before and I’m thankful to London Mums Editor Monica Costa and my…
Let’s face it: no matter how much children love reading and writing, learning literature is quite tough for most kids these days and parents have little time or often no skills to help them improve their literacy skills at school. My theory is that screen time is guilty of making children more passive and less engaged when reading. But there’s a game by Learning Resources that will get all…
The New Sprouts Fresh Fruit Salad box by Learning Resources (for Early Years 2+) has given our child reporter Diego lots of ideas for pretend play. Watch his funny video while he pretends to be a little chef.
Pretend play is an essential pre-school activity for children. During this time, children pretend living in what is perceived by parents as a ‘fantasy world’ while they are actually…
Wandsworth Artists’ Open House returns for the first two weekends of October.
In Putney alone, 68 artists will show their work across 36 homes and studios. Visitors can take in an impressive diversity of art in 10 categories including paintings, drawings, photographs, prints, sculpture, jewellery and ceramics. Prices range from £20 up to £10,000, with most under £350. Entry is free.
Putney…
Experiments are a great part of science that allow children of all ages to engage in fun and exciting hands on learning experiences that they will enjoy. Little scientist Diego shows in his videos how to use real science tools for simple experiments which are very effective to learn basic scientific concepts. In his videos he experiments with different things and observes what happens, which…
Children love buying things and seem to understand the concept of purchasing in exchange for money already at nursery school from 3+. But after they turn 6 they really start learning difficult numeracy and are handed real money to spend by their parents as weekly allowances for good behaviour. This is when understanding the value of money becomes essential. Little Banker Coin Matching Game by…
There are so many apps and games these days for children to learn about our World but the traditional games that don’t involve screen time are personally still my favourite and relaxing. One of my 8 year old son Diego’s favourite for this Summer Break is self-checking learning system Hot Dots® BrainBox® Let’s Learn! About Our World by Learning Resources. He has made this video review to…
TWENTY-ONE DNA inspired double helix sculptures have appeared across London as part of Cancer Research UK’s campaign to raise awareness and funds for the Francis Crick Institute, a world-leading centre of biomedical research and innovation due to open in 2016.
The sculptures have been designed by leading artists, designers and sculptors from across the world, including Ai WeiWei, Thierry Noir…