Primary Times UK

16/11/2024

As we look forward to spending time with family and friends this winter, let’s remember to protect those we love. Dr. Oge Ilozue urges parents and guardians to encourage eligible family members to get their vaccinations against flu and COVID-19.

Dr Oge Ilozue asks parents and guardians to encourage eligible family members to get their vaccinations this winter to avoid hospitalisation. Winter...

14/11/2024

🩷 Colours of Home takes readers on a heartfelt journey as Ana, a young refugee, learns to settle into her new home 💛 This beautiful story shows how friendship, kindness, and understanding can help bring colour back into the lives of those who've experienced so much loss 💚

Enter our competition for your chance to win a copy of Colours of Home 💜

Enter here > https://tinyurl.com/4etemudx

12/11/2024

Turn your favourite cheese dip into a festive Christmas Cheese Tree 🎄 https://www.the-girl-who-ate-everything.com/christmas-cheese-tree/

11/11/2024

Read our latest feature as we chat with spoken word poet, performer and filmmaker Tomos Roberts about his reflections on and the powerful inspiration behind Alive with Poppies, his latest release with Scholastic UK.

Primary Times hears from spoken word poet, performer and filmmaker Tomos Roberts to get his thoughts on Remembrance Day and the inspiration behind...

10/11/2024

in Surrey > Head to Watts Gallery - Artists' Village for a playful exhibition exploring the life of Cicely Mary Barker and her work. See her childhood sketches, postcard designs, and the beloved Flower Fairies illustrations ✨

Don't miss the chance to search for the fairies in a family-friendly Tree Fairy Trail, inviting you to explore the woodlands at Watts Gallery.

https://www.wattsgallery.org.uk/exhibitions/flower-fairies

08/11/2024

Ready for outdoor fun this winter? Keep kids dry and comfortable during outdoor play with Dry Kids all-in-one waterproofs 💦

Enter our competition for your chance to win a Dry Kids all-in-one waterproof rain suit in your choice of colour and size!

Enter here > https://tinyurl.com/2kh7tvzr

07/11/2024

in Edinburgh & The Lothians > This Christmas, join Lyceum Edinburgh for their festive adaptation of Treasure Island 🐒

It’s Christmas Eve and young Jim Hawkins works at North Edinburgh’s finest accommodation for reformed pirates and past-it privateers. Talk of cutlasses, ships and gold can be dangerous in such company. It’s not long before the story of their greatest voyage takes over… Jim, Ben Gunn and Lean Jean Silver are soon reliving their time hunting for treasure on the Hispaniola. Ahoy!

ickets: https://lyceum.org.uk/events/treasure-island

06/11/2024

The Premier League has partnered with the Anti-Bullying Alliance to launch ‘Choose Respect’, a free, curriculum-linked teaching resource aimed at promoting respect and tackling bullying in schools.

Launching on 6th November and available via the Premier League Primary Stars website, this football-themed resource is designed for teachers of children aged 7-11. It includes interactive lesson plans, football scenarios, practical worksheets, and a film on positive behaviour.

Part of the wider Premier League Primary Stars programme, ‘Choose Respect’ encourages respect for all, regardless of gender, race, or ability.

More info: https://plprimarystars.com

05/11/2024

in Essex > It’s the most wonderful time of the year, and Visit Essex is bursting with family-friendly Christmas events and activities. From exciting animal encounters at Colchester Zoo to cozy Christmas meals out, there's something for everyone to enjoy!

https://www.visitessex.com

03/11/2024

Disney Junior’s pre-school toy range brings imaginative adventures to life 🌟 Enter our competition for your chance to win a Disney Junior toy bundle!

Enter here > https://tinyurl.com/3pxcwj2r

01/11/2024

in Somerset > Set out on an epic family adventure at The Roman Baths 🐍

Join Silvia on a mythic family quest through the Roman Baths; unravel the mystery and locate the snake-haired head of the gorgon Medusa. Be careful though – look directly into her eyes and you’ll be turned to stone!

Along the way you’ll discover fascinating facts about Medusa, meet real-life Roman characters and create unforgettable memories.

https://www.romanbaths.co.uk

30/10/2024

🐰 Looking for a fun, easy way to help young minds understand spending choices? Try the To Buy or Not to Buy activity from and help improve your child's financial capability through engaging and high-quality resources 🐿

Teach kids the difference between needs and wants. Get started today 👇 Young Enterprise

https://moneyheroes.org.uk

28/10/2024

Created by award-winning author and illustrator team Joyce Dunbar and James Mayhew, this charming, warm and gently humorous series of picture books features two furry best friends who find life full of little ups and downs.

Enter our competition for your chance to win a copy of Mouse and Mole: What Might Have Been 🪁

Enter here > https://tinyurl.com/3rh44sw7

26/10/2024

in Wiltshire > Join Cholderton Rare Breeds Farm this half-term for a spook-tacular adventure! Enjoy daily animal activities, and help save the farm from the Wicked Witch with the thrilling Halloween Farm Trail. Get your creative juices flowing in the Creep Craft Barn, open daily from 11am to 2pm 🎃

There's spooky fun for everyone - don’t miss out!
https://choldertonrarebreedsfarm.com

24/10/2024

This Halloween Spinach Salad is sure to create excitement! It's a super fun and nutritious way to celebrate the spooky season 😻 https://munchmealsbyjanet.com/2021/10/24/spooky-halloween-spinach-salad/

22/10/2024

in Warwickshire and Solihull > Discover exotic butterflies, fascinating insects and tropical plants at Stratford-upon-Avon Butterfly Farm 🦋

This October half term the Butterfly Farm will be celebrating the amazing migration story of the Monarch Butterfly, Danaus plexippus, and why they are associated with Día de Mu***os 😵

Book your tickets online: http://www.butterflyfarm.co.uk

20/10/2024

Create and decorate your own battery powered Lava Unicorn Lamp! Add beads, colour, decorations then add water to create your own personal lava lamp! Enter our competition for your chance to win a Style 4 Ever S4E Unicorn DIY Lava Lamp 🦄

Enter here> https://tinyurl.com/ymb6x99d

18/10/2024

in Somerset > Attention all Witches and wizards! Prepare to dive headfirst into the enchanting realm of Halloween magic with Wookey Hole Caves, the home of Halloween 🦇

Start your adventure with a tour through the great chambers of Wookey Hole Caves, where you’ll learn about the legend of the Witch! Halloween events run everyday from 26th October to 3rd November 🎃

https://www.wookey.co.uk/halloween/