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JUNIOR SCHOOL OPEN MORNINGS Open Mornings are the best way to understand what Badminton Junior School has to offer. You will have the opportunity to tour the School, meet the staff and pupils and get a true feel for what our School is about.

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February Half Term is always a fun period for families as traditional celebrations can take a back seat to plans parents and kids have made together.

Children, if you’re lucky enough to have a birthday in the next few months, make sure the folks read our Children’s Party feature (P16) for all the best ideas.

And, Mothers, point your partner and children in the direction of Page 20 for a full range of Mothering Sunday ideas.

March is always a boom time for children’s literature events, with Shakespeare Week and World Book Day following in quick succession (P6). So read all about it here!

THEATRE P8 ROUNDABOUT P11 PINBOARD P17 ADVERTISING FEATURES P18 CLASSIFIEDS P21 PUPILS’ PAGE P22 BROUGHT TO BOOK P6 We turn the pages on the various literature events this spring.

CHILDREN’S PARTIES P16 The do’s and don’ts of a kids’ gathering.

A TIME FOR MUM P20 the editor

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his half term your child has an opportunity to experience an inspiring day (or half day) of exciting outdoor activities at the Viney Hill Christian Adventure Centre, based in the beautiful Forest of Dean.

Forget the X-Box and Play Station: Viney Hill’s fun-filled, exciting activities for children aged 7 to 14 are guaranteed to offer an actionpacked, adrenalin fuelled time come rain or shine!

You can book your child in for either half or full days during the half term week, enjoying activities including low ropes, archery, climbing wall, crate stack, rocket science and geo cache.

For over 30 years Viney Hill, a not-for-profit charity, has been providing fully inclusive residential adventure holidays for schools, youth and church organisa-

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tions, last year alone welcoming over 5,000 people through its doors. Its aim is to inspire young people through adventure, offering exciting experiences that they will remember for years to come.

Centre manager Jon Holden says, “We are committed to providing an amazing experience for all those who visit us, giving them the chance to grow and develop confidence through outdoor adventure. We link our activities to the national curriculum, providing support for a wide range of educational services from primary to secondary and tertiary including specialist services working with children and young people with special needs and behavioural issues. This is a very important part of what we do.”

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Books, glorious books!

From World Book Day to Shakespeare Week, Mike Gartside and Ellen White explore the many events coming up that encourage children to get stuck in to the written word.

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id you know that books were once considered as dangerous to learning as some consider computer games today? About 600 years ago, the German abbot Johannes Trithemius feared that the newlyinvented printing press would make his monks lazy if they no longer had to write out the scriptures by hand.

Of course, today, the printed book is viewed, still, as the world’s principle vehicle of learning and entertainment, although, with the internet and new media, its role is undeniably changing.

World Book Day (WBD) on Thursday 5 March is a celebration of this cornerstone of our education, inspiring children to discover books and reading for themselves. And that’s not the only celebration of literature coming up. Shakespeare Week introduces children to arguably the English language’s greatest playwright, while Bath Literature Festival – although mainly adult in content – hosts workshops for young writers. There has never

The printing press: the end of civilsation as we know it? Abbot Trithemius thought so.

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been a better time for children to engage with the written word.

Primary schools throughout the South West have always been eager participants in WBD, traditionally encouraging children to dress up as characters from their favourite story, and this year is no exception. In Bristol, for example, Headley Park Primary School has a great list of costume ideas on its website and how you can recreate them (see below). The Kings School in Gloucester hosts several WBD events including a WBD Fair with publisher Usborne, plus KS 1 & 2 creative writing workshops. Again, Prestbury St. Mary's CofE School, Cheltenham, encourages pupils to dress up as their favourite book character, while Hullavington CofE children can either dress up or just bring along their favourite book.

In the run up to WBD, on Thu 26 Feb, Bath Pavilion hosts ‘The Biggest Book Show on Earth’, part of a nationwide tour, giving local children the chance to see up to six popular writers and illustrators in person. Bath’s special guests will be Martin Brown, Sophy Henn, Gill Lewis, Jeremy Strong, and Jonathan Stroud. You can also stream the event from your computer (see official WBD website below for full details).

WBD also supports Readathon, the UK-wide sponsored reading event that encourages children to read for pleasure. As well as raising money to help seriously ill children, participating schools get free book

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vouchers from Scholastic Book Clubs. Free packs are available from the WBD website and contain everything teachers need to get started.

Meanwhile, Shakespeare, frequently referred to as The Bard, offers delights aplenty during Shakespeare Week (SW) from Mon 16-Sun 22 March. As Matthew Williams, a teacher at Weston All Saints Primary School in Bath, puts it, “Who said Shakespeare isn’t for primary schools? At the school, we were buzzing with excitement about Shakespeare during last year’s celebrations, from Reception right up to our Year 6 ‘Gifted and Talented’ pupils. We have found the resources from the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust to be absolutely invaluable in helping us put on a fabulous Shakespeare Week in school.” Other SW participants include King’s Lodge Primary, Chippenham, which is planning drama workshops and

word games inspired by The Bard, and Monkton Park Primary, also in Chippenham, which is hosting a visit

by Freshwater Theatre Company to explore Shakespeare’s life and times. In Bristol, the respected theatre company Shakespeare at The Tobacco Factory runs educational workshops for primary schools on the theme of 'friends and foes', focusing on his two tragic characters Romeo and Juliet and the gang rivalries that drive their story.

Finally, Bath Literature Festival, which runs from Fri 27 Feb-Sun 8 Mar, stages a workshop for young writers, with author Alice Maddicott, called The Chancery of Lost and Found, which encourages new ways of looking at the world.

So, if Abbot Trithemius got it wrong about the effects of books on learning, he was right to recognise that the printing press was an enduringly powerful tool in spreading ideas. Let’s hope children all over the region get stuck into a book this season and find out what he was so worried about!

World Book Day W: www.worldbookday.com Shakespeare Week W: www.shakespeareweek.org.uk Bath Literature Festival W: www.bathfestivals.org.uk/lite rature/?s=chancery+of+lost+an d+found Headley Park Primary School W: www.headleypark.bristol.sch.uk The Kings School W: www.thekingsschool.co.uk

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‎ THE BACON THEATRE Puss in Boots Tue 17 Mar, 4.45pm, £5-£10 • A Cheltenham Schools Drama Festival Production brings the cat in the boots and hat, most recognisable from the ‘Shrek‘ films, to life in their Dot to Dot Drama performance of the original tale.

Sleeping Beauty Sun 22 Mar, 5pm, £13-£18.50 • Experience Vienna Festival Ballet���������� ’s beautiful rendition of Sleeping Beauty, the ultimate tale of the struggle between good and evil. The only way to save Princess Aurora is a kiss from Prince Florimund. But first, he must overcome the dreadful obstacles in his way.

Hugless Douglas Wed 22 Apr, 10.30am, £7.50-£8.50 • A story of a loveable brown bear in search of the perfect hug . . . but there are just so many to choose from. Douglas discovers what he was searching for all along; his mother’s best big bear hugs.

Blunderbus presents this tale with music and puppetry, perfect for children aged 3-7.

EVERYMAN THEATRE Regent Street, Cheltenham GL50 1HQ. 01242 572573, www.everymantheatre.org.uk The Sooty Show Sun 15 Feb, 11am & 2.30pm, £16 • Long-standing national favourites, Sooty and Sweep decide to plan a birthday party, but things get messy baking the Birthday cake and Soo just can’t decide which dress to wear.

“Izzy wizzy, let’s get busy!” Fresh from CITV, there’s also a chance to meet Sooty after the show.

Bath Time Wed 18-Fri 20 Feb, 10.30am & 2pm, £8.50 • Splashing around, making bubble beards and singing into the shower head. These are all some of the things we love to do at bathtime, and exactly what the Oxford Playhouse loves to do too. With storytelling, music and comedy, there’s lots of chances to join in with Ernie the Duck and friends.

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King John Tue 10 Mar, 6pm & 8pm, £9-£10.50 • Originally a Shakespeare text, a compelling tale of England’s war and conflict is readapted with high energy performances and live music. Ages 8+ THE PLAYHOUSE THEATRE 47-53 Bath Road, Cheltenham, GL53 7HG. 01242 522852 www. cheltplayhouse.org.uk/ Family Fun Day Sun 22 Mar, 8 FEBRUARY HALF TERM 2015

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Pop! is at The Roses Theatre, Tewkesbury, Tue 31 Mar

11am-3pm, £1 (children go free) • Experience traditional Punch and Judy theatre and appearances from Mr Wobbles, and get involved with dressing-up, craft corner and face-painting. An all-round theatrical experience for the whole family.

ROSES THEATRE The Roses, Sun Street, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire GL20 5NX. 01684 295074, www. rosestheatre.org Treasure Island Wed 18 Feb, 2.30pm , £5-£15 • In this version, Jim, the inn-keeper’s granddaughter, opens the door to a terrifying stranger. At the old sailor’s feet sits a huge sea-chest, full of secrets. Jim invites him in and a dangerous voyage begins. Ages 10+ Pop! Tue 31 Mar, 2.30pm, £7-£7.75 • His bags packed for a day at the seaside, Christian Lee finds that things don’t quite work out as planned. Uttering not a single word, this clown and magic show resembles Mr Bean meets Charlie Chaplin. The fate of his seaside trip is uncertain, but lots of fun and the appearance of a big balloon is guaranteed.

FURTHER AFIELD THE BRISTOL OLD VIC King Street, Bristol BS1 4ED. 0117 987 7877, www.bristololdvic.org.uk

Room on the Broom Tue 31 Mar-Thu 2 April, 10.30am (Wed & Thu) 1.30pm (Tue-Thu) 4.30pm (Tue), £12.50-£45 • The witch and her cat are flying happily along on their broomstick when a stormy wind blows the witch’s hat, bow and wand away into the night. Julia Donaldson’s tale is brought to life beautifully, animating the characters who help our heroine escape the hungry dragon. Ages 3+ Detective O and the Cold Case Caper Mon 16-Sat 21 Feb, 2pm, £7-£12 • Calling all detectives! Join Detective O and her latest batch of rookies in the police department to solve the toughest case yet. Will the evidence lead you to the missing person? A fast-paced puppetry show.

THE BRISTOL HIPPODROME St. Augustine’s Parade, BS1 4UZ. 0844 871 3012, www.atgtickets.com/ bristol Jersey Boys Tue 26 May-Sat 13 Jun, 7.30pm, £21.90-£58.40 • Starring Tim Driesen as Frankie Valli (also with Matt Corner as Frankie at certain performances). This remarkable true story charts the rise of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons from the wrong side of the tracks to stardom.

These four New Jersey boys became one of the most successful bands in pop history, selling 175 million records worldwide, before they turned 30.

THE EGG Theatre Royal, Sawclose, Bath BA1 1ET. 01225 448844, www.theatre������������ royal.org.uk Arabian Nights Thu 12-Sat 14 Feb, 7pm (Thu & Fri) 10am, 2pm

& 7pm (Sat), £6.50-£7.50 • The Royal Shakespeare Company offer Dominic Cooke’s adaptation of this traditional tale: King Shahrayer has decreed that, whenever he marries, his new wife must die the following morning. On her wedding night, Shahrazad’s only hope is to enchant the King with her tales of magic and adventure. Bewitched by characters like Ali Baba, Es-Sindibad the Sailor, scheming thieves and talking birds, the King defers the execution for a thousand and one nights. Will he spare her life forever? Ages 6+ The Cat in the Hat Tue 17-Sat 21 Feb, 11am & 1pm (Tue-Thu) 11am, 1pm & 3pm (Fri & Sat), £6.50-£7.50 • With the trickiest of tricks and craziest of ideas, Dr Seuss’s comic creation turns a rainy afternoon into an amazing adventure. But what will Mum find when she gets home? Ages 3+ If Only Rosa Could Do Magic Thu 26-Sat 28 Feb, 10.30am & 1pm (Thu & Fri) 11.30am & 3pm (Sat), £6.50-£7.50 • She has the sweetest dress, the loveliest hair, lots of pink toys and as much candy as she could wish for, so why is Rosa still sad? With no friends to play with and her parents constantly away, Rosa creates her own dream world filled with dragons and frogs and parents who understand and have time to be with her. Ages 5+ King John Wed 4-Thu 5 Mar, 7pm (Wed) 1pm & 7pm (Thu), £6.50£7.50 • England’s green and pleasant land is torn with conflict in Shakespeare’s history play.

Hammerpuzzle’s version captures the dynamism of this compelling tale remaining true to the original text. Ages 8+ Sammy and the Snow Leopard Sat 14 Mar, 11.30am & 3pm, £6.50£7.50 • Sammy loves animals, but his mum won’t let him have any pets. When Sammy thinks he’s found a way around it with an ‘Adopt a Snow Leopard’ programme, he finds himself on an adventure that spirals out of control. This Travelling Light production involves evil neighbours, school projects and stuffed animals.

THEATRE ROYAL Sawclose, Bath, BA1 1ET. 01225 823409. www.theatreroyal.org.uk.

Peter Pan Goes Wrong Mon 16 Feb-Sat 21 Feb, 7.30pm (Mon-Wed), 8pm (Thu-Sat), 2.30pm (Wed & Sat), £17.50-£33.50 • The Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society aim to present J.M. Barrie’s classic story of the boy who wouldn’t grow up.

But everything that can go wrong does, as the accident-prone thespians set off for Neverland.

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ROUNDABOUT Your ultimate family diary of what’s on, where & when

Deadlines: List your school or community group’s events in Primary Times for free. We work half a term in advance so we’re now collecting information for March, April and May 2015: deadline Mon 23 Feb. If your event is to raise funds for a school or charity, and is open to the public, please let us know.

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PLEASE CHECK BEFORE YOU TRAVEL While we make every effort to ensure these listings are accurate and up to date, event information can sometimes change after we’ve gone to press. Please check with the venue or organiser before you set off to an event to make sure it’s going ahead as planned . . . and tell them you saw it in Primary Times!

FEBRUARY UNTIL SAT 28 FEB DECOY DOG DEMONSTRATIONS Slimbridge Wetlands Centre, Slimbridge, Gloucestershire, GL2 7BT. 01453 891900. www.wwt. org.uk/slimbridge_centre. 2pm.

Standard admission applies • How do you catch a duck with a dog?

Watch Slimbridge’s own fourlegged friend assisting with conservation work as birds are caught and ringed in the decoy nets. Book your place at the admission desk.

UNTIL SAT 28 FEB GRUFFALO CELEBRATIONS Westonbirt Arboretum, Tetbury, Gloucestershire, GL8 8QS. 01666 880220. www.forestry.gov.uk/ westonbirt. 9am-4.45pm, £5 (adults)/£2 (child) - activity pack for Gruffalo Trail £2 • The self-led trail encourages children to search for animal tracks, create Gruffalo and animal footprints, pretend to grow tall like trees, build animal homes and find materials that animals can use to keep warm in winter. AND . . .

Gloucestershire, GL54 3LJ, 01242 890256, www.nationaltrust.org. uk,10.30am-3.30pm, free event (normal admission charges apply) • Find out how a Roman Valentine’s Day was celebrated.

There are beauty makeover demonstrations and themed craftmaking all week.

Birds of Prey, John Moore Museum, Tewkesbury, Sat 14 Feb

UNTIL SAT 28 FEB GRUFFALO CELEBRATIONS Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire www.forestry.gov.uk, 9am-4.45pm, £5 (adult)/£2 (child) - activity pack for Gruffalo trail £2 • See above.

UNTIL SAT 15 MAR JACK BOSKETT PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION The Roses Theatre, Sun Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5NX, 01684 295074, www.rosestheatre.org, free • A collection of images from local photographer Jack, who combines his love for railways, landscapes and celebrities for this exhibition.

UNTIL DECEMBER MUD, TRACK & TARMAC Cotswold Motoring Museum & Toy Collection, The Old Mill, Bourtonon-the-Water, Gloucestershire, GL54 2BY, 01451 821255, www. cotswoldmotoringmuseum.co.uk, 10am-6pm, £5.25 (adult)/£3.75 (child) • With a selection of sports motorcycles and rally cars, this exhibition tells the story of the CSMA Club, which hails back to the early 1920s.

UNTIL DECEMBER 2015 DREAM A LITTLE DREAM Cotswold Motoring Museum & Toy

Collection, The Old Mill, Bourtonon-the-Water, Gloucestershire, GL54 2BY, 01451 821255, www.cotswoldmotoringmuseum.co.uk,10am6pm, £5.25 (adult)/£3.75 (child) • Sixties nostalgia is in the air, with this exhibition featuring the Zephyr Mk3 and a range of motorcycles. Enjoy original Radio Caroline sounds while exploring the collection.

SAT 14 FEB BIRDS OF PREY John Moore Museum, 41 Church Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5SN, 01684 297174, www.johnmooremuseum.org, 10am-1pm & 2-5pm • JRCS Falconry will bring a selection of birds of prey for children to learn about the feathered creatures.

From Barn Owls to Buzzards, a falconer is on-hand to answer all questions.

SAT 14 FEB GRAMMAR SCHOOL INFORMATION MORNING Cheltenham (venue on registration). 01242 572392, info@ cotswoldeducation.co.uk, www. cotswoldeducation.co.uk, 9.45am11.45am, £35 • Private tuition company Cotswold Education hosts a talk about Gloucestershire’s Grammar School Entrance Test, offering a mock test for children in Years 4 and 5, plus an information session for parents about education resources.

SAT 14 FEB & SAT 28 FEB ARNOLFINI STRANGE WEATHER WORKSHOP 16 Narrow Quay, Bristol BS1 4QA, 0117 917 2300, www.arnolfini. org.uk, 1pm (Sat 14), 1.45pm (Sat 28), free • Create the sounds of a storm, become a weather forecaster, listen to tempestuous tales and build shelters to protect you from the elements.

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SAT 14-SUN 22 FEB ROMAN ROMANCE WEEK Chedworth Roman Villa, Yanworth, near Cheltenham,

SAT 14 FEB-SUN 1 NOV CATTLE COUNTRY ADVENTURE PARK Berkeley Heath Farm, Berkeley, Gloucester, GL13 9EW, 01453 810510, www.cattlecountry.co.uk, 10am-4pm, £8.60 (adult)/£9.45 (child) • This popular attraction reopens its doors for the year, allowing families to get up-closeand-personal with the resident goats, enjoy a round of mini-golf and test out the giant bouncy pillow. The indoor playbarns mean that even the unpredictable British weather won’t stop the fun.

ONGOING FROM SAT 14 FEB LAMBING Cotswold Farm Park Limited, Guiting Power, Nr. Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL54 5UG, 01451 850307, www.cotswoldfarmpark. co.uk, normal admission charges apply £9.25 (adult)/£8.40 (child) • Listen out for the pitter-patter of tiny feet as lambing season returns and the park reopens.

MON 16 FEB GARGOYLE MASKS Corinium Museum, Park Street, Cirencester, Gloucester,GL7 2BX, 01285 655611, www.coriniummuseum.org, 10.30am-11.30am, £1.50 plus admission fee • Medieval stonework is full of funny faces and strange beasts. Join Jane to create a mask inspired by medieval gothic imagery.

MON 16 FEB CIRCUS SKILLS Watson Hall, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, GL20 5PX, 01684 295074, www.rosestheatre.org, 10am-12pm (ages 7-10) 2pm-4pm (ages 11+), £15 per session • In this workshop performer Thomas Trilby gives you a dazzling demonstration of his abilities, before you have a go at juggling, plate spinning, diabolo, devil sticks, unicycling, hula hoop, stilts and more. At the end, you can show off your new skills to your friends and family.

MON 16-FRI 20 FEB JUNIOR RUGBY CAMP Gloucester Rugby, Kingsholm Stadium, Kingsholm Road, Gloucester, GL1 3AX, 0871 871 8781, www.rugbycamps.co.uk, 10am, £60 (two day camp) • Girls and boys, it’s time to brush up on your passes. With opportunities to learn from international profes- » FEBRUARY HALF TERM 2015

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MON 16 FEB- FRI 20 FEB MAKE A PANTO IN A WEEK Alderman Knight School, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, GL20 8JJ, 01684 295074, www. rosestheatre.org, 10am-4pm, £60, Ages 11-18 • Taking the much-loved pantomime Cinderella as a starting point, this fun week sees participants exploring the characters and storyline, before a final performance in front of family and friends at the end of the week.

Part of the ‘Of Course We Can’ scheme.

MON 16-SAT 21 FEB FESTIVAL OF PUPPETRY Bayshill Unitarian Church Hall, Royal Well Lane, Cheltenham, Glos, GL50 3ET. 01242 263283/07940 430094.

Performances 11am/2.30pm (3pm Sat), puppet making workshops 2pm (Tues)/11am (Thu).

Adult £3.50/£4 (Sat)/child £2.50/£3 (Sat)/family ticket £10 • Cheltenham Puppet Festival returns with six days of fun workshops and performances, including ‘The Pied Piper of Hamelin’, ‘Mother Goose’s Magical Farmyard’ and ‘Aladdin and the Magic Lamp’.

TUE 17 FEB HANGING HEARTS WOKRSHOP Gloucester Folk Museum, 99-103 Westgate Street, Gloucester, GL1 2PG, 01452 396868, www.thecityofgloucester.co.uk, 10.30am • Love is still in the air from Valentines Day. Make decorations to hang around the house at this Museum Makers craft workshop.

Open to all ages.

TUE 17 FEB PRESERVING & PERFORMING Dr Jenner’s House & Garden, The Chantry, Church Lane, Berkeley, Gloucestershire, GL13 9BN, 01453 810631, www.jennermuseum. com, 7.30pm, £5 • Experience an authentic performance of Gloucestershire folk music, delivered with illustrated talk and performance. Performers and collectors Gwilym and Carol Davies are working to keep the tradition alive with backing from the Heritage Lottery Fund.

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TUE 17-THU 19 FEB BARKING MAD! Westonbirt Arboretum, Learning Centre, Westonbirt, Tetbury, Gloucestershire, GL8 8QS, 01666 880220, www.forestry.gov.uk/ westonbirt, 10.30am-3.30pm, £2/£5 • Explore the natural beauty of Westonbirt’s trees and the history hidden in their textured and patterned barks. Get creative and have a go at some bark-inspired crafts too.

WED 18 FEB MOSAIC INITIALS Corinium Museum, Park Street, Cirencester, Gloucester, GL7 2BX, 01285 655611, www.coriniummuseum.org, 10am-12pm, £7 plus admission fee • Inspired by the Gloucestershire Lettering Arts exhibition and the art of illuminated initials, this workshop teaches the skills of mosaic making by creating your initials or an animal on a coaster for you to take home. Ages 8+.

WED 18 FEB ILLUMINATED BIRD ON A STICK Corinium Museum, Park Street, Cirencester, Gloucester,GL7 2BX, 01285 655611, www.coriniummuseum.org, 10.30am-11.30am, £1.50 plus admission fee • Illuminated script often incorporates beautiful birds, beasts and mythical creatures. Create an illuminated bird on a stick to take home.

FRI 20 FEB BRISTOL’S UNSEEN NATURAL TREASURES Bristol Museum, Queens Rd, Bristol,

BS8 1RL, 0117 922 3571, www. bristolmuseums.org.uk, 11.30am3pm, free/suggested donation £3 • Explore the secret collection of animals in the basement of the museum. Guided tours are available throughout the day. Advance booking recommended.

SAT 21 FEB-SAT 14 MAR SNOWDROP TIME Batsford Arboretum and Garden Centre, Batsford, Moreton-inMarsh, Gloucestershire, GL56 9QB, 01386 701441, www.batsarb. co.uk, 10am-5pm, general admission fees apply • See the snowdrops flowering at their peak and wander through the nature-filled grounds. Warm up afterwards with a hot drink in the Garden Terrace Cafe.

FRI 27-SAT 28 FEB WILD BIRD FEED WWT Slimbridge, Gloucestershire, GL2 7BT, 01453 891223, www. wwt.org.uk/wetland-centres/ slimbridge, 4pm, general admission applies • From the warmth of the heated observatory, watch as a warden feeds thousands of wintering wild birds. These include hundreds of Bewick’s swans which have flown from arctic Russia.

SAT 28 FEB CARD MAKING The Roses Theatre, Sun Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5NX, 01684 295074, www.therosestheatre. org, 10am, £15 • With Christine Henderson, learn how to make your own cards and personalise them using inventive techniques.

No tools are required, but it’s helpful if you bring along your own ruler, pencil and scissors.

SAT 28 FEB, SAT 28 MAR & SAT 25 APR MUSEUM DETECTIVES CLUB Gloucester Folk Museum, 99-103 Westgate Street, Gloucester, GL1 2PG, 01452 396868, www.venues. gloucester.gov.uk, 10.30am-12pm & 1pm-2.30pm, £5 • Discover and learn a whole heap of history by handling items from the museum’s collections and taking part in activities, stories, crafts and trails.

A highlight is the dinosaur bones.

Sessions for ages 5-7 and 8-11.

MARCH THU 5 MAR FORE & AFT Dr Jenner’s House & Garden, The Chantry, Church Lane, Berkeley, Gloucestershire, GL13 9BN, 01453 810631, www.jennermuseum. com, 7.30pm, £5 • A talk about the exploration of the short stretch of river foreshore just outside Purton, famed for its decaying timber vessels. Since 1909, 81 boats have been left to decay there. But why?

DEAN CLOSE OPEN MORNING SAT 7 MAR Dean Close School, Shelburne Road, Cheltenham, GL51 6HE, www.deanclose.org.uk, 01242 258000, times tbc, free • An opportunity for prospective families visiting the school to spend time with Prep School pupils, who act as tour guides.

SAT 7 MAR KITEBROOK HOUSE SCHOOL OPENING Kitebrook House School, Moretonin-Marsh, Gloucestershire GL56 0RP, 01608 674350, www.kitebrookhouse.com, 10-12pm • Visit this boarding and day prep school in their Cotswold school grounds and meet the staff.

SUN 15 MAR MATRONALIA: ROMAN MOTHER’S DAY Chedworth Roman Villa, Yanworth, near Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL54 3LJ, 01242 890256, www.nationaltrust.org.uk/chedworth-romanvilla,10.30am-4pm, free event (normal admission charges apply) • In ancient Roman tradition, Matronalia was the festival to celebrate the goddess of childbirth, Juno Lucina. Celebrate mother’s day with authentic demonstrations and themed craft sessions to create a special gift.

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Pick up an activity wheel from the ship’s visitor centre and try out a series of challenges as you explore Brunel’s famous ship.

WED 1 APR PANSY BROOCHES WORKSHOP Gloucester Folk Museum, 99-103 Westgate Street, Gloucester, GL1 2PG, 01452 396868, www.gloucester.gov.uk/citymuseum, 10.30am, £7.50 • Pretty flowers to be worn on your jacket lapels that will last forever - created in these Museum Makers craft workshops. Open to all ages.

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SAT 21 MAR MOSAICS The Roses Theatre, Sun Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5NX, 01684 295074, www.therosestheatre. org, 10am, £50 • Transform a picture you love into a mosaic masterpiece with Karen Wones. All materials provided.

SAT 28-SUN 29 MAR ROSES & CASTLES PAINTING COURSE Gloucester Waterways Museum, Llanthony Warehouse, Llanthony Road, Gloucester, GL1 2EH, 01452 318200, www.canalrivertrust. org.uk/gloucester-waterwaysmuseum, 10am-4.30pm, £70 (2-day)/£40 (1-day) • The traditional folk art of painting canalware, often seen on the nation’s waterways, is taught by art tutor Tony Watkins. Take your work home with you to display on the mantelpiece. Cost includes materials.

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SAT 28 MAR-SUN 12 APR GIANT DUCK HUNT WWT Slimbridge, Gloucestershire, GL2 7BT, 01453 891223, www.wwt. org.uk/wetland-centres/slimbridge, 9.30am, general admission charges apply • These birds are slightly different from the normal visitors to the Wetlands, being bright yellow and plastic. Can you spot the oversized ducks in the grounds?

MON 30 MAR POM-POMS & TWIRLING The Roses Theatre, Sun Street, Tewkesbury, GL20 5NX, 01684 295074, www.therosestheatre. org, 10am, £40 • Anyone who loves dancing can give their moves an extra sparkle with a day of pom-poms and twirling with Rosie Parry. Learn lots of new moves and skills to show your friends and family.

MON 30 MAR-FRI 3 APR EASTER CHALLENGE Westonbirt Arboretum, Learning Centre, Westonbirt, Tetbury, Gloucestershire, GL8 8QS, 01666 880220, www.forestry.gov.uk/ westonbirt, 10.30am-4pm • See the spring awakening of the trees in the forest. As you explore, see if you can solve the Easter riddle for a sweet treat in return. You can also get crafty with the workshops during the week.

MON 30 MAR-SUN 12 APR CHEDWORTH ROMAN VILLA EASTER ACTIVITES Chedworth Roman Villa, Yanworth, near Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL54 3LJ, 01242 890256, www.nationaltrust.org. uk/chedworth-roman-villa,11am4pm, £2 trail (normal admission charges apply) • Dress up as a Roman, toga and all. There’s also a chance to enjoy the craft activities on offer. Join the Easter Eggsplorer trail between Fri 3 and Mon 6 April.

THE LEGO MOVIE TUE 31 MAR The Bacon Theatre, Dean Close School, Cheltenham, GL51 6HE, 01242 258002, www.bacontheatre.co.uk, 2pm, £7 • Tickets

WED 8 APR FELT DINOSAURS WORKSHOP Gloucester City Museum & Art Gallery, Brunswick Road, Gloucester, GL1 1HP, 01452 396131, www.venues.gloucester.gov.uk/ freetime/museums, 10.30am, £7.50 • The Museum Makers craft workshop sees the Triceratops, pterodactyl and T-Rex come to life in felt.

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MON 13-THU 30 APR LAMBING Roves Farm, Sevenhampton,Swindon, Wiltshire, SN6 7QG, 01793 763939, www. rovesfarm.co.uk, £9 (adult)/£7 (child) • Get to see the newborn lambs in the animal barns, all white, fluffy and cute.

SAT 18 APR NIGHT TIME GLOW IN THE PARK Royal Victoria Park, Marlborough Lane, Bath, BA1 2NQ, www.glowinthepark.co.uk, 7pm–10.30pm, £20 (early bird individual)/ £25 (post early bird individual) • Light up Royal Victoria Park while running, jogging or walking five kilometres in your brightest neon colours. Bring head-torches, glow-sticks and anything else that will light your way on this safe family event. Pre-book for places.

THU 30 APR-THU 29 OCT GHOST BOATS National Trust, Leigh Woods, Bristol, 01594 833057, www.forestry. gov.uk/forestry/leighwoods • Renowned artist Luke Jerram and the National Trust stage this landmark art project, in which a flotilla of abandoned fishing boats has been installed in the depths of the woodland.

ONGOING EVENTS LIVE SCIENCE SHOWS At-Bristol, Anchor Road, Harbourside, Bristol, BS1 5DB, 0117 909 2000, www.at-bristol.org.uk, general admission applies • Get hands-on and take an At-Bristol look at classic cake ingredients: how stretchy can you make flour, and how foamy can you make eggs? Discover

SOUNDS OF THE 1800s Brunel’s ss Great Britain, Great Western Dockyard, Bristol, BS1 6TY. 0117 926 0680, www.ssgreatbritain. org, daily, free with general admission • Transport yourself 170 years into the past as the First Class Dining Saloon comes bursting to life. A Victorian three-course dining experience is vividly recreated with gossip, clinking cutlery and even a spot of gambling; inspired by true stories taken from passengers’ accounts.

THEATRE TOURS Bristol Hippodrome, St. Augustine’s Parade, BS1 4UZ. 0844 871 3012, www.atgtickets.com/bristol, regular tours on Saturdays, 10.30am, £16.40 • Go behind the scenes of Bristol’s West End for two hours of fun and adventure - from front of house history to the stars and gossip backstage. An exciting insight into how this historic Bristol theatrical institution runs PRIOR PARK LANDSCAPE GARDEN Ralph Allen Drive, Bath, BA2 5AH. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/priorpark, 01225 833422, cost of general admission • Prior Park Landscape Garden offers arguably the most picturesque views in Bath. Parents can enjoy the gorgeous surroundings while kids can get stuck into the NT’s ‘50 Things To Do Before You’re Eleven And Three Quarters’ initiative.

FOOD! At-Bristol, Anchor Road, Harbourside, Bristol, BS1 5DB, 0117 909 2000, www.at-bristol.org.uk • Get your taste buds ready! The new major exhibition by Bristol’s handson science centre demonstrates how to pop corn using nothing but light energy, grind your own grain, create sugar explosions, and converse with a robot waiter. Lose yourself in this sensory arcade, explore the experimental kitchen and interactive greenhouse, and journey on some surprising foodie adventures.

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or primary school children there are few more exciting occasions than their birthday celebration.

While Christmas brings its own great excitement, a birthday is the one day a year when your child has the chance to be the absolute centre of attention.

Anticipation builds weeks in advance, leaving parents with the challenge of organising a party which fulfils your child’s expectations but still leaves you in one piece!

One of the first things to consider is the venue. It may sound obvious but there are many options some of which could lower the stress levels dramatically.

Should you stick to the family home or hire a designated venue?

If your home is on the small side or you can’t face the thought of mess and breakages, an independent venue is a good choice. Consider whether your child would prefer an indoor or outdoor party: there are a host of great outdoor venues such as zoos, farms or adventure parks. Or, if the weather is good, you could consider heading to a local park for a picnic and outdoor games.

It is also vital to set a realistic limit regarding how many children to invite. This will depend on your budget and venue size, but agree a number with your child and stick to it. Parents of invitees can also help out if you return the favour at a later date! A leading children’s party organiser has these tips: “In our experience, mixing friendship groups (school, drama, sports etc.) doesn’t work that well . . . everyone wants to the birthday boy/girl’s friend and there can be tears!” If you have room, it’s worth allowing the siblings to invite one 16

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friend. “It helps with the jealousy and they can either join in the party or go off and do something together.”

Themed parties are also increasingly popular. These days you can pick up themed items from paper cups and plates to costumes and the birthday cake itself.

Perhaps ask your child if there’s any theme they would like, from pirates or dinosaurs to fairies, princesses or popular film and TV characters. Coherent decorations and fancy dress can really pull a party together and make it that touch extra special.

The next vital thing to consider is the entertainment. You could hire a professional such as a magician or clown or even a bouncy castle if you have a big enough garden.

If you’re providing the entertainment yourselves, it’s wise to start gathering all the materials you need well in advance. Another popular Bristol-based children’s entertainment company tells us, “It’s all about keeping the kids engaged. When your job is to be a bastion of fun for two hours, you want to have games, jokes and tricks galore up your sleeve!”

Traditional party games are always a hit, from pass the parcel to musical chairs. You could also provide arts and crafts activities such as painting or jewellery making. Another fun option is an ice cream sundae station: let children build their own dessert with wafers, sprinkles and fresh cream or fruit. There are plenty of companies available to hire who provide activities from cupcake making to homemade bath bombs, and even pre-made party bags to save you the hassle.

One leading children’s party service has these tips. “On the day, keep any pets, especially dogs, separate from the party. There’s usually one child who’s terrified of dogs, and tears don’t get the party off to a good start!” Also, don’t forget the camera! “You’d be amazed how many people we have to remind to take photos.”

You don’t need to be intrusive but documenting key moments like blowing out the birthday candles are a lovely reminder of the special day.

So, have an unforgettable day with your child and their friends, and ensure they’re tired out at the end so you can enjoy a welldeserved rest!

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New for 2015 is the ‘Dream a little dream exhibition’. A nostalgic look back at the 1960s, the exhibition features the Zephyr Mk3 and motorcycles, while you enjoy the sounds from an original Radio Caroline studio. The museum and exhibition are open from February to December 2015.

Ffi: Cotswold Motoring Museum and Toy Collection T: 01451 821255 W: www.cotswoldmotoringmuseum. co.uk

Learning piano for pleasure William Morris has many years of experience teaching children to play the piano. He believes that music lessons should be enjoyable and built on a solid technical foundation. Learning a musical instrument has many proven benefits and assists significantly in children’s development, as well as enriching their lives.

Some children just want to play for pleasure, others are also keen to take music exams. Motivated by his deep love of music, William enjoys teaching pupils to play the piano and to express and develop their innate musicality. He has a flexible teaching approach and always seeks to help and encourage each individual child to develop their musical skills as far as they can.

He provides a high standard of tuition and takes pupils of all abilities from age 6 onwards, guiding them through the basics of playing and reading music.

Parents are always very welcome to attend their children’s music lessons.

Ffi: William Morris T: 01452 523735 W: www.gloucesterpianotuition.co.uk

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HALF TERM HOLIDAY ART ACTIVITIES WEDNESDAY 18 FEBRUARY: Two Sessions - 11am to 12.30pm and 1.30pm to 3pm.

Booking required - £4 per child.

THEMES: FOSSILS : PORTRAITS : LANDSCAPES SATURDAY MORNING CLUB FOR 7-14 YEAR OLDS INTERESTED IN HISTORY & ARCHAEOLOGY Please contact us for further details GALLERIES WITH INTERACTIVE ACTIVITIES FOR ALL AGES - see gold from the time of Stonehenge and much more HANDS ON WORKSHOPS FOR SCHOOLS

Check website for details of opening times, charges and booking: www.wiltshiremuseum.org.uk 41 Long Street, Devizes. SN10 1NS T: 01380 727369: E: hello@wiltshiremuseum.org.uk

• This February Half Term, Gloucester Quays invites families to enjoy fun family activities with a distinct farmyard feel at its Outlet shopping and leisure complex.

To celebrate the release of the big screen adventure ‘Shaun The Sheep – The Movie’, showing at the onsite Cineworld multi-screen cinema, Shaun appears in the centre on Tue 17 – Thu 19 Feb (at scheduled intervals throughout the day), with the opportunity for children to meet the fun-loving woolly hero and pose for pictures. What’s more, children are invited to help find the missing sheep who’ve wandered off around Gloucester Quays, with prizes for all those who successfully ‘herd’ them home!

There’ll also be free, fun craft activity across the three days of the half term. So, with a number of other new family-friendly movie releases including ‘Peppa Pig and the Golden Boots’ and Disney’s ‘Big Hero 6’ showing at Cineworld, why not make a day of it?

Gloucester Quays Outlet is the perfect place to make your money go further, with savings of up to 70% off RRP! The Outlet offers high street favourites including M&S Outlet, Next Clearance, Gap Outlet and designer brands including the new Chester Barrie store, Ghost and AllSaints. The fabulous dining and leisure quarter plays host to an array of restaurants including popular Italian restaurant, Zizzi, family favourite Pizza Express and the newly opened T.G.I. Friday’s.

Ffi: Gloucester Quays (and information on Shaun’s appearances) W: www.gloucesterquays.co.uk Fb: www.facebook.com/ gloucesterquays

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Adventure, come rain or shine • Cattle Country in Berkeley, Gloucestershire, is a great day out come rain or shine for children and adults, too. Best known for its indoor and outdoor play equipment, Cattle Country has a whole range of things to do and many animals to see.

Two huge barns house giant slides and loads of soft play equipment. Outdoor activities include probably Britain’s biggest jumping pillow, the climbing net, a huge adventure castle, trampolines, ride on mini tractors, a willow maze, mini golf, ice rink and a boating lake to name just a few.

When the brand new Animal Experience Centre opens in spring, you will be able to get up close to the animals through a seasonal shows and events programme plus experience favourites like guinea pig handling.

The mini train takes you on a circular train ride through the park, past Animal Encounters where you will be able to spot your farmyard friends as well as seeing the rare breed cattle up close.

A restaurant provides full on-site catering and a gift shop offers a wide range of souvenirs for all ages and pockets.

Ffi: Cattle Country W: www.cattlecountry.co.uk T: 01453 810510.

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This well-structured course has been designed to gradually build your child’s confidence and skill base through the application of exam strategies provided. Each exam session has different content, allowing the pupil to practise applying their skills under timed conditions.

Over the duration of the course, this essential practice allows pupils to become more time aware, and confident to work under significant time pressures: a key part to the new exam is to be able to work quickly through the timed sections.

In order for pupils and parents to have an indication of their child’s performance under exam conditions, 11+ Tutoring Academy provides each student with a performance report.

To experience a free online sample CEM style test, to see the glowing testimonials from 2014 pupils and to reserve your child’s place on this popular course, visit the website. 11+ Tutoring Academy also provides group tuition (supported with one-to-one tuition) as well as a standalone programme of one-to-one tuition.

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• 11+ Tutoring Academy has a successful programme of tried and tested CEM style mock exams.

The programme runs from April throughout the summer, culminating in the final mock exams shortly before the

Roman romance half-term Sat 14 - Sun 22 February Matronalia - Mothering Sunday 15 March

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Easter half-term activities Sat 28 March - Sun 12 April Cadbury's eggsplorer trails Fri 3 - Mon 6 April For many more events visit: nationaltrust.org.uk/chedworth

Ffi: 11+ Tutoring Academy W: www.11plustutoringacademy.co.uk

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KS2 SATs with Exam Ninja • As the 2015 Key Stage 2 SATs tests start on Monday 11 May, many parents and children may be unsure how to prepare for these important English and Maths tests.

The education publisher Exam Ninja is ready to help children work on their weaknesses and address their anxieties.

They say that practice truly does make perfect and Exam Ninja explains that over 80% of its customers’ children achieved straight level 5s in both 2013 and 2014.

Exam Ninja advises children to start by downloading past KS2 SATs papers.

Although they are free on www.SATsPapers.co.uk, many are out of date due to changes made in 2013 and 2014. Thankfully, Exam Ninja has the solution: the Exam Ninja 2015 KS2 SATs Practice Papers Book. Written especially for the 2015 KS2 SATs tests, it contains everything your child needs: three full sets of English and Maths papers and full, detailed answers.

To make it even more realistic, they include professionally produced audio downloads for the Spelling and Mental Maths tests completely free of charge. It also includes Online Marks Compare, an online tool that lets you accurately measure your child’s performance against those of other children from across the country.

Exam Ninja believes that their 2015 KS2 SATs Practice Papers Book is the best preparation tool available for the 2015 tests and at only £14.95 represents amazing value for money.

Your time can make a big difference for children.

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Imagine a generation of children who have the knowledge to stop abuse. We believe it’s possible through the ChildLine Schools Service. You can help us make it happen by going into primary schools to talk to 9-11 year olds about staying safe.

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Ffi: Exam Ninja T: 0117 214 0031 W: www.ExamNinja.co.uk/SATs

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Whether you make something with your own fair hand, or buy her something lovely, Ellen White discovers lots of ways to make Mum feel special on Mother’s Day.

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hile most will say they can never relax completely, mothers throughout the South West will be looking forward to a day when they can let the rest of the family take the strain on Sunday 15 March. Mothering Sunday is the time when children thank their Mum for all her hard work throughout the year, while partners orchestrate a range of possible treats. Here are some ideas to show your appreciation.

Things to make Get ready to gather your materials, hit the shops and show Mum how special she really is. Before you get started you may need help from Dad or an older family member: they’re likely to have some great ideas and can help you gather materials, especially if you need anything from the shops. If you’re going for something homemade think about what your mum likes best and base your creations around that. This can be anything from hobbies, flowers, pets, books or even just her favourite colour.

Hand print pictures are always wonderfully personal and quick and easy to make: all you need is paper, paints and newspaper to protect the floor. Let your imagination run wild using glitter,

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sequins, feathers and even ribbons or other fabrics to make a special Mother’s Day card.

If you’ve got enough time, how about making a scrapbook that can be treasured for years to come? Plain scrapbooks can be found in most stationery shops and you’ll need spare copies of your favourite family photos and decorating materials.

If you want to go a step further, why not try a handmade flower arrangement or table decoration?

Oasis florists’ foam is cheap, mess free and easily available. Soak the oasis in clean water for 10-20 minutes before placing in a container of your choice. Create a plain base with ivy, moss or any other green leaves, leaving gaps to place your flowers. You can use anything from your garden (but make sure you get permission before picking anything). Try using mum’s favourite flowers or even just her favourite colours. Alternatively, see our step by step guide to making a beautiful bouquet out of tissue paper (right).

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Paint-a-Pot Create something truly unique with a range of blank ceramics to decorate.

Anything from a mug to a moneybox, let your imagination run wild and give mum a great personal gift. Prices from £7. Paint-a-Pot, 5 Cossack Square, Nailsworth, Stroud, GL6 0DB. T: 01453 835043. W: www.paint-a-pot.co.uk.

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Hotel Chocolat, Cheltenham A classic gift, but who doesn’t like chocolate? A fantastic range including vegan, gluten free and diabetic friendly chocolate so no one misses out this Mother’s Day. Boxes from £8. Hotel Chocolat, 56 Promenade, Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, GL50 1LY W: www.hotelchocolat.com.

Wild Meadow seed mix An organic seed mix to grow your own personal patch of wildflower meadow for any greenfingered mums out there. £2.95.

Highgrove Shop, 10 Long Street, Tetbury, Gloucestershire, GL8 8AQ. W: www.highgroveshop.com.

Equilibrium Daisy Pendant Welcome spring with this pretty daisy necklace.

Available in rose gold or silver with a contrasting crystal centre, this pendant is bound to put a smile on mum’s face. £13.99. Sugar Loaf, Unit 27, Regent Arcade, Cheltenham, GL50 1JZ. W: www.sugarloafshop.com.

Gloucester Florists Beautiful bouquets to suit any taste from traditional roses to handpicked bouquets to suit each star sign. Around £30.

Gloucester Florists, 2b/c Calton Rd, Gloucester, GL1 5DY. W: www.gloucesterflorist.co.uk.

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Make your own:

Beautiful bouquet of flowers You will need: 12 pipe cleaners 12 sheets of tissue paper 1 pair scissors 1. Lay three different coloured sheets of unfolded tissue paper on top of each other, portrait style (taller, rather than wider).

2. Take the bottom edge of each sheet and fold it over roughly one inch. Flip the tissue paper over and fold another inch, continuing until you have used it all. It should end up like an accordion.

3. Attach three pipe cleaners at evenly spaced intervals around your length of tissue paper.

Fold the pipe cleaners round to secure and leave a long piece hanging down for the ‘stem’.

4. Cut the length of paper into three even sized pieces (the pipe cleaners should be in the centre of each piece). Round off the edges to look like petals.

5. Holding the ‘stem’, gently open up your flower accordions, pulling the top layer of tissue straight up around the flower and the bottom layer straight down.

6. Fluff up your flowers then arrange in a vase!

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OEXMANN ART AWARD COMPETITION 2015 CASH PRIZES: Age Groups 6 - 11: 12 - 18 : Adult (over 18) (Free entry for up to 18s - Adult entry £3) ANYONE BORN OR LIVING IN WILTSHIRE CAN ENTER The competition and exhibition are held to commemorate Theophilia Joan Oexmann who loved art and Wiltshire

Entries welcome from school classes or individuals.

A selection of pictures will be displayed in the exhibition.

There is no restriction on topic, but suggested themes:

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Artworks should be submitted to Wiltshire Museum during opening hours from 3 - 8 March.

Judging will take place on 11 March.

Prize-giving: 28 March The Oexmann Art Exhibition runs from 29 March - 31 May

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Hello Kids!

Thank you so much for the lovely pictures you send me.

Lack of space means I can’t publish them all but please keep trying if you weren’t successful this time. This Easter we’ve teamed up with Cattle Country Adventure Park, Gloucestershire, which is offering free family admission to three lucky winners of next issue’s art competition. So get your crayons out and send me pictures on the spring-like theme of Looking after baby animals. Please send your pictures to: Arty Barty, BN&Media, Temple Way, Bristol, BS99 7HD, or email high resolution jpegs to my editor, mike.gartside@ venue.co.uk. Don’t forget to put your name, age, full home postal address (or we can’t send you your prize) and school on the back: Early deadline alert!

Thursday 26 February.

Arty Barty It was great to get your pictures of your favourite things to do in the February holidays. It was fun to see the variety of activities you all get up to.

Well done to the winners, who receive a book from the editor’s cupboard.

WINNER!

7, St Amélie Cocks, ary Mary’s RC Primham School, Chippen this Amélie has sent brilliantly drawn snow scene, which es perfectly capturof the excitement the o int t running ou e. snow with a sledg The look of alarm r, cte on one chara as covering his face hit he is about to be is with a snowball, hilarious.

Joe Hourne, 4, Ashton Gate Primary School, Bristol Joe obviously loves a trip to the pool in his February holidays and this picture of him swimming captures the movement of the swimmer’s arms beautifully, especially for such a young artist.

Have fun!

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WINNER!

Sophie Mansbrid How clever of Sophie toge, 7, St Helen Primary school, Alveston, Bristol. on 19 February. The dra draw a picture of the Chinese New Year, which gon is beautifully drawn tak , and full of energy, while es place the lanterns are so realistic.

The whole sleuth

In spite of the success of contemporary magicians like David Blaine or Derren Brown, Harry Houdini retains a grip on the public imagination that his counterparts today can only dream of. His story and fame are cemented at the start of the modern era, when newspapers and radio were the only media outlets, and his achievements retain a boyish quality, untainted by the prying scepticism of the internet age.

Simon Nicholson has put his own spin on the Houdini myth, conjuring an adventure that the teenage escapologist might have encountered, but one that’s only loosely linked to his actual history.

So, although, Houdini is a historical figure, this interpretation of his early years is more akin to a young Sherlock Holmes or James Bond yarn. Nonetheless, the story is told with pace and verve, with the young magician’s growing talent offering plenty of opportunity for twists and turns.

In ‘Diamonds and Daggers’ Bristolbased author Elen Caldecott introduces us to a cast of characters who look set to give the Famous Five a run for their money. With a strapline “The Marsh Road Mysteries”, she seems intent on establishing a new franchise, with lots of potential for intrigue between Piotr, Minnie, Andrew, Flora and Sylvie.

This nicely multicultural children’s mystery features all the classic elements of its genre: glamour, precious gems, a falseaccusation and some diligent legwork by our trainee detectives. It will transport young readers in Years 4 to 6 right into the working theatre in which it’s set and keep them hovering on the edge of its flip up seating.

A great introduction to crime fiction, with a fresh contemporary feel, long may The Marsh Road Mysteries continue to baffle and entertain.

Young Houdini, The Magician’s Fire Simon Nicholson, Oxford University Press, £6.99, www.oxfordchildrens.co.uk

The Marsh Road Mysteries: Diamonds and Daggers Elen Caldecott, Bloomsbury, £5.99, www.bloomsbury.com

Mike Gartside reviews the new releases.

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t’s that time of year when the sofa works overtime. Family time at home is great, but if it means everyone is plugged into different screens, why not balance it with some outdoor adventure? That’s the idea behind Mojo Active’s Muddy Madness race.

Entering a race is great for fitness motivation, but not everyone can go straight from the sofa to a marathon or “Tough”-style event. It’s about setting realistic goals. The added perk with Muddy Madness is you can recruit your whole family as training buddies.

The race takes place on Saturday 21 March, starting and finishing at Washingpool Farm in Easter Compton but running across Mojo Active’s land and obstacles. There’s a 10km race open to adults (£25 per entry) and a 5km race open to families (£15 adults, £5 children, £30 family ticket).

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course so that people can try out the muddy waters of Tough racing but also have fun with family and friends,” says race organiser and Mojo Active co-founder Mark Johnson. “It combines trail running with obstacles that will test strength, speed and endurance.

You’ll navigate our military style assault course and mud pits, tunnels, walls, ditches and water jumps – and don’t assume the adults hold the advantage, I’ve seen kids fly through the Leopard Crawl.”

The focus is on fun, but this doesn’t mean the 10km course won’t challenge seasoned athletes

and battle-scarred Tough men and women. There’s plenty for hardcore elite racers to sink their trainers into.

Mojo Active is the brainchild of Joanna McConnell, a Bristol-based mum of three with a passion for health and fitness. The race celebrates Mojo’s third anniversary, and the company is going from strength to strength.

“Our instructors dream up new adventures every day, and we have just finalised plans for a high ropes course. As well as our outside facilities we have indoor meeting and education facilities, so can cater for schools, team building and corporate events. Our holiday club is proving popular, a combination of on-site activities and away days for surfing, orienteering and mountain climbing.”

Mojo Muddy Madness is about the glory of finishing the course. The first step is to get off the sofa and into one of the fitness training sessions that are open to all ages and fitness levels.

For more information, including details about the new after school children’s programme, and to book your race entry, visit the website below.

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