Illustrated by Rikin Parekh, Charlie and the Christmas Factory and Other Stories is a enchanting collection of 12 short stories by fabulous contemporary authors based on some of Roald Dahl's incredible children's stories. Reviewed by Anne Coates.

If you’re looking for an exciting and different Christmas or birthday present then my recommendation would be look no further than the So Bomb Bath Bomb Dispenser from Canal Toy. It fits that bill perfectly, writes Christine Mayle.

Cold weather always seems to aggravate aches and pains or injuries sustained during exercise. Deep Heat has some warming solutions for self care and pain relief.

My First Swim Girl by BABY born® – a doll that swims and brings lots of fun to bath-time and the paddling pool, writes Anne Coates.

Modern Films Family in partnership with CBeebies have announced that this year's CBeebies Panto is Beauty and the Beast and that it will be in cinemas during November and December. 

Whenever and whatever we are celebrating from family occasions to Christmas, it's always wonderful to share good food. I and my family and friends have been tasting some amazing cheeses from Clawson Farms, and highly recommend them, writes Anne Coates. 

The team at Wethrift have analysed the average cost of children's clothing items at the UK's biggest supermarkets – Asda, M&S, Morrisons, Sainsbury's and Tesco – to determine which are the most affordable. 

Where to Hide a Star by Oliver Jeffers comes 20 years after his début, How to Catch a Star. Anne Coates reviews this beautifully illustrated picture book published by HarperCollins Children's Books.

Anne Coates reviews the fabulous immersive drama at the Unicorn Theatre running until 3 November, 2024: Toto Kerblammo! by Tim Crouch. 

Anne Coates is wowed by the finamill® Pepper Mill & Spice Grinder in One.

On Mental Health Day Lorena Bernal, life coach and founder of Live Love Better, outlines four exercises to help stressed parents feel instantly happier.

Anne Coates recommends three brilliantly funny books for middle grade readers which make great Christmas presents and stocking-fillers or birthday gifts: Small Fry by David Baddiel, The Snowman Code by Simon Stephenson, and The Millicent Quibb School of Etiquette for Young Ladies of Mad Science by Kate McKinnon. All are published in hardback by HarperCollins  Children's Books.

The recently reopened Young V&A museum, which was co-designed with local children, has been named the best heritage site in the country for families at an awards ceremony in Yorkshire today (8 October 2024).

Three fabulous, seasonal books from HarperCollins Children's Books: Paddington's Trick or Treat by Michael Bond, The Café at the Edge of the Woods by Mikey Please and The Green-fingered Witch  By Helen Docherty reviewed by Anne Coates.

There's something wonderful about giving a toddler their own "first baby" and the Little BABY born® dolls from Zapf Creations are perfect for this, writes Anne Coates.

Dr Audrey Tang, psychologist, performance coach and founder of performing arts charity The Click Arts Foundation, discusses how to encourage a love of arts in your children – and why it matters. 

As we move into Halloween time, HarperCollins Children's Books have four fabulous books full of magic and legend: Chronicles of Whetherwhy: The Age of Enlightenment by Anna James; Fireborn: Starling and the Cavern of Light by Aisling Fowler; Brielle and Bear Once upon a Time by Salomey Doku and Skulduggery Pleasant The Haunted House on Hollow Hill by Derek Landy.