Start your Day the Self-Care Way
Inject some speedy self-care into your morning routine with some of these ideas from Zeena Moolla. Here, she shares some simple, calming exercises you can include in your morning, no […]
Confirmed case of measles a timely reminder to get MMR vaccine, says PHA
The Public Health Agency (PHA) is emphasising the importance of getting the MMR vaccine as it confirmed that one case of measles has been diagnosed in Northern Ireland. Close contacts […]
Herby Spring Chicken Pot Pie
This one-pan recipe is perfect for busy weeknights! Ingredients: 2 tbsp olive oil, plus a little extra for brushing over the pastry bunch spring onions, sliced into 3cm pieces 250g […]
Pom Pom Caterpillar
This caterpillar pom pom craft is a great wriggly activity little ones will have plenty of fun creating! You’ll need: pom poms goggly eyes green card PVA glue green marker […]
Measles cases in Northern Ireland ‘only a matter of time’
The Department of Health has advised that it’s likely there will be new cases of measles in Northern Ireland. Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Professor Lourda Geoghegan has warned that outbreaks […]
Scientists ask children to join the hunt for slugs this half term
Families are being recruited as ‘slug scouts’ during half term as scientists work to fight back against the number one pest found in farmers’ fields. Children can request a free […]
Make your own Fluffy Ocean Slime
In Northern Ireland, we have a truly stunning coastline. True, we don’t always have the weather we would like, but as Alfred Wainwright once said: “There’s no such thing as […]
‘Up To £400m’ Could Be Needed For Bespoke Childcare Scheme In NI
Education Minister Paul Givan has claimed that ‘up to £400m’ may be needed in order to put a free childcare scheme in place for Northern Ireland. The education minister was […]
Building Positive Routines – Children’s Mental Health Week
Children’s Mental Health Week (5 – 11 February) is run and organised by the children’s mental health charity, Place2Be. This year’s theme ‘My Voice Matters’ is about encouraging children and […]
Feel-good Exercises – Children’s Mental Health Week
Children’s Mental Health Week (5 – 11 February) is run and organised by the children’s mental health charity, Place2Be. This year’s theme ‘My Voice Matters’ is about encouraging children and […]
Don’t Worry, Be Happy with Vicki Vrint
Small amounts of stress are normal, but it can be difficult to know how best to support a child when they feel overwhelmed with worry. By adopting simple tips, lifestyle […]
Make an Apple Feeder
Get the kids involved in making this great craft activity – a quick and easy apple feeder! You will need: An apple An apple corer Sunflower seeds Three thin sticks […]
