Author: catfish

The Children’s Book Review answers your questions: Why does my kid want to read the same book over and over? Why Re-reading the Same Book Over and Over Again is Okay As parents, we often find ourselves reading the same bedtime story night after night or watching our older children pore over the same graphic novel for the umpteenth time. While this repetition might test our patience and spark worries about stagnating reading skills, it’s important to understand that this behavior is not only normal but can be incredibly beneficial for your child’s development. Here’s why: Comfort and Security: For…

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1947 Coffee Co. Cafe | Clearview | Review 1947 Coffee Co. offers a bright, open eating space with delicious family-friendly foods and a bonus outdoor play area. Located in the brand new Evergreen Community Precinct that sits adjacent to Enfield Memorial Park, the cafe sits overlooking  lawns and bushland sloping down to the western suburbs. The interior is open and light-filled and welcoming, with plenty of tables and booths and high chairs for little ones. There’s also plenty of seating outside in the sunshine (when the weather is nice). The cafe is open from 8am-3:30pm weekdays and 9am-2pm on Saturdays,…

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Busy weeknights demand meals that are not only quick to prepare but also satisfying and nutritious. When time is short and hunger is high, having a handful of go-to recipes can be a lifesaver. This guide provides a selection of easy recipes designed to help you whip up delicious dinners in no time. Whether you’re cooking for one or feeding a family, these dishes balance speed, convenience, and flavor, ensuring that your weeknight dinners are stress-free and enjoyable.1. 15-Minute Stir-Fry DelightStir-frying is a fantastic way to put a meal on the table quickly while using up whatever ingredients you have…

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President William Ruto of Kenya said on Thursday that he was dismissing his cabinet, a significant shake-up in his administration that follows weeks of youth-led antigovernment protests in which at least 41 people were killed during clashes with the police.The protests were in opposition to a finance bill that would have raised taxes for many, but which Mr. Ruto had said was necessary to stabilize the economy of Kenya, which is deeply in debt. The president announced in a surprise move on June 26 that he would not sign the bill — a victory for the demonstrators — but protests…

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Seven stories about how we fill the earth, our space & our lives. A giant caterpillar giving birth to green balloons, a man negotiating a door, and a woman creating a garden from dead branches are just some of the stories created by the 12 artists included in seven works that complete Fill the Earth, a performance installation that brings together physical performance, visual art, dance and video. Fill the Earth is a look into our tragicomic rituals, as we try to negotiate and understand the wider world in our private lives. The audience is invited to explore the ways…

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What Is the ISPM 15 Regulation?ISPM 15 is short for the International Standard for Phytosanitary Measures No. 15. Essentially, it refers to an international standard established by the International Plant Protection Convention (IPPC). This standard prevents the spread of harmful pests when wood packaging materials cross international borders. These pests can completely damage crops and even forests, posing a real danger to any country’s ecosystem. Wood crates, pallets, and other package materials can harbor insects and larvae if the wood is untreated. Therefore, ISPM 15 ensures that the materials are properly treated to eliminate all pests before shipping items. Why Is ISPM 15…

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Patch Theatre’s latest interactive show for children, Superluminal, blends art and science in a fun, immersive, glowing world full of strange creatures. Review by Claire Davill Children are guided through several spaces by a performer and encouraged to explore with their own lamp. Changing colours reveal new creatures on the walls and footprints on the floor.  The lanterns become a campfire, fireflies float overhead, and children are invited to build their own fantastical creatures. These creatures then inhabit different worlds and make different sounds. Children get to become their creature creations using props to create silhouettes against a light wall.…

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Europe is home to some iconic and breathtaking mountain ranges. From the snow-capped peaks of the Alps to the rugged slopes of the Pyrenees, these mountain ranges all have their own distinct character. This post rounds up some of the most scenic mountain ranges that the continent has to offer and the best ways to explore them.The Swiss AlpsThe Alps is such a large and diverse mountain range that is often broken down into regions. The Swiss Alps refers to the region covering Switzerland. Here you’ll find the tallest and most recognizable mountains in the Alps include Dufourspitze and The…

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Rwanda does not have to repay the hundreds of millions of pounds it received from Britain as part of a contentious policy aimed at sending migrants on a one-way flight to the Central African nation, two senior Rwandan government officials say.As part of the deal, Britain was set to give Rwanda as much as about half a billion pounds in development funding in exchange for taking in the migrants. Britain’s independent public spending watchdog said in early March that the country had already paid Rwanda £220 million, about $280 million, even though no asylum seekers had been deported to the…

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