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School holiday ideas


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With the long school holidays stretching - endlessly - before you, and approximately 48 hours before the first 'Mum, I'm bored!', it's time to put on your holiday ideas hat. From day trips to fun in the garden, and from picnics to travel tips, check out our guide to a successful summer with the kids.


when at home...

  • Lots of ways to banish summer boredom
  • Host your own mini Olympics
  • Rainy day? Try these craft ideas
  • Get arty in the garden making a birdfeeder or people plants

    out and about

  • Days out with the family
  • Holiday ideas for single parents and top six travel tips
  • Holiday packing guide
  • How to deal with travel sickness
  • Stress-free travels with your toddler
  • Keep the kids amused with these game tips for car trips
  • Make sure you have the six car essentials

    summer eating

  • Fruity, nutritious and delicious: smoothies
  • For kids on the go: food en route
  • Food always tastes better outdoors: pukka picnics

    beware the burn

  • Slap on the sunscreen: be sun smart
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