Cotswold Mum

Crayola Pip-Squeaks Mini Markers

April 25, 2012April 25, 2012Children, Crayola Ambassador, Review, Toddler

Crayola Mini Markers are a saviour in my house. Mark absolutley loves them, and I love that they are completely washable. Mark regularly decides to colour his hands, my table and even his older brother on occasion.

WIN In the Night Garden Live Family Ticket!

April 24, 2012April 29, 2012Children, Competitions, Days Out, Toddler

Top-selling children’s show, In the Night Garden Live, is back by popular demand with a new 2012 tour and we have tickets to give away! The smash-hit show brings the world of In the

Meet the characters of City of Friends!

April 24, 2012April 24, 2012Children

Judging by the latest viewing stats, the global phenomenon that is City of Friends looks set to continue! Often noted for the way it teaches kids gentle life-lessons, the animated pre-school show, which is currently

Pocket Money. Teaching children the value of money.

April 21, 2012April 21, 2012Children

Over the years I have started attempts to start giving my eldest two pocket money, but failed miserably. This was most possibly down to them not knowing the value of money and me forgetting to

Crayola On the Go Travel Packs

April 16, 2012April 16, 2012Children, Crayola Ambassador, Review

As Crayola Ambassadors I endeavour to bring you reviews of some of the fantastic Crayola range. I decided I had to share what I thought about these, as they are simply brilliant. Crayola On the

Lelli Kelly Zoo Collection and Competition

April 12, 2012April 12, 2012Children, Competitions

Do I need to sing you the words of the catchy song which has captured little girls hearts all over the world? No, didn't think so, as parents we have heard it often! Lelli Kelly

Ravensburger Puzzle Club – Panorama Rabbit Parade

April 10, 2012April 10, 2012Children, Review

When our new Ravensburger Puzzle Club addition turned up, I was feeling pretty cocky. With 200 pieces and a cute photo of bunnies on the front, I was sure it would take just a few

The First Day of the School Holidays

April 2, 2012July 15, 2013Childrenschool holidays

It's the first day of the school holidays and I am feeling fairly smug positive. I sat down last night and brain stormed all the ideas for activities,dinners and crafts that were whirling around my

Paultons Park – Peppa Pig World Review

April 1, 2012September 5, 2012Children, Days Out, Review, Toddlerpeppa pig

Last Saturday we were invited down to Paultons Park for a very special day. Despite it being 3 hours drive away from our house in Essex, I just had to attend. Marky is obsessed with