With the Easter holidays fast approaching, I have started to turn my mind to activities to keep my three boys suitably engaged and active during the break. We are lucky that where we live there are a wide variety of options, with Easter egg hunts galore, farms to visit, museums with special events and so on. Equally though, I value … Read More
Fireworks In A Jar!
I’ve mentioned previously our love of science, so one thing we just love to do on a rainy weekend day (or a bright sunny one – there’s no reason why this can’t be done in a garden or with the windows thrown wide) is a simple science experiment. You may have seen our colour mixing fun (if not you can … Read More
Walking Water
We absolutely love science in our household, and one of our favourite experiments is this one, which is so quick and easy to do. You’ll need: 3 clear glasses or plastic beakers 2 different food colourings (blue and yellow work beautifully for this) 2 pieces of small kitchen towel or 1 piece of strong kitchen towel torn in half lengthways … Read More
Weekly Meal Planner
Meal planners can really help finances stretch, not to mention reduce food waste. I love that by using them my boys get to experience a wide range of food too. I know that planning a week’s worth of interesting meals can be tough to fit in around a busy working and family life though, so I thought that I would … Read More
Apricot Oaty Bites
We love these yummy oaty bites, especially on the afternoon school run during the winter when we are all feeling tired and cold. There is something deeply satisfying about baking, and for me I like a tried and tested, easy to follow recipe that the whole family can get involved with making. For this one, you can adapt the recipe … Read More