EDF Energy using Star Wars to encourage girls into STEM

Like many a Star War parent, I’ve been keen to get my child into all things involving the galaxy far, far away from an early age. But beyond simple nostalgia and wanting to share a part of my childhood that brought me joy – there is a another motivation. Continue reading EDF Energy using Star Wars to encourage girls into STEM

DC Super Hero Girls toddler dolls review

These DC Super Hero Girls toddler dolls are the latest addition to the growing line of toys aimed at girls. How do they compare with the other toys available as part of the brand? Continue reading DC Super Hero Girls toddler dolls review

Will Star Wars: The Last Jedi age rating stop you taking your kid to see it?

There is a great disturbance in the force. The Star Wars The Last Jedi rating is 12 in the UK, PG-13 in the US. Does this mean that Star Wars Episode VIII is not suitable for young kids?

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Alternative Christmas Gift Guide for Girls (and Boys)

You see a lot of gift guides doing the rounds this time of year, and you will often find gendered ones for boys or girls. For the past few years, I’ve pulled together my own alternative Christmas Gift Guide for girls – and here is this year’s suggested list. Continue reading Alternative Christmas Gift Guide for Girls (and Boys)

Watching Paddington 2 at our local Cineworld Superscreen

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I’m a film geek, so movies in general and going to the cinema specifically is something I’ve always been keen to share with our daughter.

Taking her to the movies started young, and the first Paddington film was one of the early times we went (she was just 2 when it came out). The movie has become a family favourite, so a trip to the new Paddington 2 was always on the cards. Continue reading Watching Paddington 2 at our local Cineworld Superscreen