Book Review of Sir DoGoody Button and Fleabins the Great TroublemakerSponsored* | All opinions are our ownThe Children’s Book Review Written by K. Frances Carson Illustrated by Shannon McKeon Ages: 5-8 | 75 Pages Publisher: Foo Dee Doo Press, LLC (2024) | ISBN: 979-8-9914585-1-1 What to Expect: Friendship, pets, imagination, and magic. DoGoody may look like an ordinary dog, but he has an extraordinary secret: in his doghouse, an elevator leads to a magical mansion filled with every type of room you can imagine. DoGoody shares the mansion with his best friend, Fleabins. However, Fleabins is not allowed to leave the…
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Introducing Instagram Teen Accounts: Built-In Protections for Teens, Peace of Mind for Parents. Instagram has created Instagram Teen Accounts to reassure parents that teens aged between 13 and 17 are having safe experiences with built-in protections on automatically when they are using the app. Currently only available in some locations, Teen Accounts will be rolled out globally in early 2025. Teen Accounts have built-in protections which limit who can contact them and the content they see, and also provide new ways for teens to explore their interests. Instagram will automatically place teens into Teen Accounts, and teens under 16…
This month there’s a birthday week for us we’re giving away some Lazzaroni Amaretti di Saronno Cookies or Biscotti! Mr Prada is from Saronno where these and the liqueur is made so it seemed a perfect gift. If you would love to be in with a chance to WIN find out how to ENTER below…
The army continues to advance on the sudanese capital days after dozens are killed in Khartoum in airstrikes. The devastating 18 month war has created the world’s biggest humanitarian crisis and rolled back regional growth.
Book Review of Alexander Finds A HomeSponsored* | All opinions are our ownThe Children’s Book Review Written by Vicky Ann Meier Illustrated by Mentari Ages: 4-6 | 27 Pages Publisher: Holzer Books LLC (2024) | ISBN-13: 978-1-963380-14-9 What to Expect: Pets, kindness, inclusion, being different, and finding a home. Told through short, simple sentences and beautiful, softly colored pencil artwork, Alexander Finds a Home is a sweet and heartwarming story about finding the place where you belong. When the old couple who run the farm decide to sell, Alexander the kitten and his brothers and sisters are taken to the…
Wellness wander in the Adelaide Hills is back! Old favourites join some stunning new events to suit all tastes and ages with more than 40 bespoke and highly thoughtful wellness experiences curated to fill your cup next month. Now in its third year, the two-day event champions local wellness operators and experiences that are abundant in the region, with events that traverse the Adelaide Hills from Stirling, to Hahndorf, Mount Barker to Lobethal, Crafers to Paracombe and the greater surrounds, with experiences covering five wellness pillars: Provenance, Relax & Unwind, Nature, Learn & Create, and Stay. Event highlights include: Nourish…
1. Expert Guidance and EducationOne of the primary benefits of joining a wine tour is the access to expert knowledge. Tour guides are often seasoned professionals with extensive experience in the wine industry. They provide invaluable insights into the history of the region, the winemaking process, and the unique characteristics of each wine you taste.These experts can help you understand the nuances of wine tasting, teaching you how to properly assess the color, aroma, and flavor profiles of different wines. Whether you’re a novice or an experienced wine enthusiast, you’re bound to learn something new and exciting about the world…
In tonight’s edition, An additional 600 Kenyan officers are to be sent to Haiti, a pledge following the Haitian prime minister’s visit to Kenya. Also, the South African President survives the so-called ‘Farmgate’ scandal after criminal charges against him are dropped. And Solar power could be the solution to fill the energy gap in Africa, but now some say this can be achieved by 2030, just over 5 years time.
Best New Audiobooks for Ages 4-6+, Selected by AudioFile Magazine for The Children’s Book Review. Young listeners can meet some real-life heroes and legends in the audiobooks we’re recommending this month. Plus, a celebration of libraries, literacy, and books, and revisiting some favorite stories and beloved characters. Skilled, enthusiastic narrators and creative use of music and sound effects ensure that these stories are extra special on audio, sure to keep the attention of their intended audience. The Best New Audiobooks for Ages 4+ Listen to a Sample Singer Mavis Staples brings her iconic, resonant voice to this audiobook, allowing young listeners…
Little Market Chefs is a low-cost cooking class for kids aged 6-12, and is run by the fantastic team at Sprout at the Adelaide Central Market during the school holidays. Review by Claire Davill The Big Market Adventures for Little Foodies program runs during each school holidays at the Adelaide Central Market, and is designed to get kids involved in cooking fresh and healthy produce. The Little Market Chefs class is a great opportunity for kids to see where their ingredients come from, learn some cooking skills, and taste healthy, nutritious dishes. Each class runs for 45 minutes and starts with…