Wooden toys are making a comeback which is no surprise as flashy electronic gadgets and plastic toys are unsustainable, break easily, end up in landfill and can be annoying! There are good reasons why they have stood the test of…
Why a magazine subscription makes a great Christmas gift for kids
As Christmas approaches, its time to find presents for kids in your family, but not to worry as I have a great idea for you. A magazine subscription may sound simple, but it offers a world of possibilities for young…
Lockdown fun: Play Birdy Bingo with your kids!
Watching birds is an easy and free way to occupy bored kids and they’re learning about nature too. Lockdown has got many of us out and about in our local neighbourhoods and there’s been a huge surge of interest in…
9 tips for surviving a washout holiday due to bad weather
It can be quite stress-inducing when you’ve planned your holiday and you encounter bad weather, so I’ve written this post to help you. Stormy weather and rain is increasingly common around the world, and it’s harder to predict ahead of…
Your guide to watching a traditional water puppet show in Vietnam
Hanoi is Vietnam’s capital as well as one of its most happening cities and it’s a great place to engage in the culture, including traditional shows like the water puppet show which I absolutely loved and would be great for…
11 ways to have your most eco-friendly summer holiday ever
Summer is approaching and the beach is beckoning, but how can you make this year’s holiday the most sustainable yet? Follow my easy guide for an eco-friendly summer holiday that you and your family will love. This post may contain…
5 top tips to throw a zero-waste and eco-friendly kids birthday party
If you want to have a sustainable and eco-friendly party for your kids, then here are 5 tips for a greener party and they won’t even know the difference. Historically, kids birthday parties (including our own as children!) include a…
365 activities to entertain kids on every day of the year
All of these activities are easily achievable and you don’t need to leave the country to do them, most of them you can do in your own home or town. The majority of them can be done at any time…
