06/07/2024
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05/07/2024
05/07/2024
Summer holiday success is often based on hurriedly rushing from one holiday club to another, with the odd day out in between work and household chores. In today’s rapidly moving society, boredom is often viewed negatively as something to be avoided. However, recent studies from the Child Mind Institute suggest that children expressing boredom can actually be beneficial – for both the child and the parent. Find out more in our latest issue…
04/07/2024
When we think of summer, visions of longer, warmer days, filled with family activities such as visits to the beach, barbecues and day trips come to mind. We dream of summer days with less structure, less demands and a sense that time can stretch out before us, free of the constraints of scheduling and deadlines. While this is all well and good, the lack of structure and routine during this period can also leave us feeling unbalanced and dysregulated. Find out more in our latest issue…
03/07/2024
Some exciting events happening at Summerlee Museum of Scottish Industrial Life this Summer ☀️
🌲Den Building in the Summerlee Woods
Thursday 4, Friday 5, Thursday 11, Friday 12, Wednesday 17, Thursday 18, Friday 19, Thursday 25, Friday 26 July and Friday 2, Thursday 8, Friday 9 August
11am – 1pm
£12 per family
Suitable for ages 5+ in a family group
Build your own den in the Summerlee Woods. Summerlee Museum staff will be on hand with tips and tricks for building the best den. All equipment is supplied.
Once your den is built there will be games and a chance to relax in your den. Why not bring a picnic or a book to read?
One ticket provides one den building kit for your family to use. This activity is best for children aged 5 and above, but children of any age can participate. Groups must have at least one adult present at all times.
Wear clothing suitable for outdoor activity and uneven ground. Be prepared for wet weather – only high winds will prevent this activity from taking place.
🎥 APPLEBOX UNCUT – Short Filmmaking
Thursday 18 & Friday 19 July
10.30am – 3pm
£15 for 2 days
Suitable for 8 – 14 years
A two-day course for children interested in filming and acting. Create your own short ‘action/adventure’ film from script to completed production. Learn filming techniques, sound/foley effects, and lighting effects to create real drama.
Please bring snacks and lunch.
BOOK NOW 👉 https://culturenl.co.uk/arts/summerlee-museum-summer-2024/
03/07/2024
Getting away as a family is never easy. Whether it’s money issues, time constraints or even if it’s just the hassle of getting it all organised, summer holidays – foreign or domestic – can raise the blood pressure! Once you’ve made your decision and you’re ready to make the most of the change of scenery, the last thing you want is to start the trip off on the wrong foot with a stressful journey. We’ve put together some tried and tested strategies that will help take the pressure off the pesky ‘travelling’ part of travelling with kids and allow you to start enjoying the holiday a lot sooner! Find out more in our latest issue…
02/07/2024
Many families are eagerly planning their holidays abroad. However, for those who experience flight anxiety, the thought of boarding a plane can cast a shadow over their travel plans. Find out more in our latest issue…
02/07/2024
Don't miss The Smeds & the Smoos at Pleasance Theatre for Edinburgh Festival Fringe this Summer!
Soar into space with this Olivier Award-nominated adaptation of the much-loved book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. On a far-off planet, Smeds and Smoos can't be friends. So when a young Smed and Smoo fall in love and zoom off into space together, how will their families get them back? A joyful tale of star-crossed aliens for everyone aged 3 and up, with music, laughs and interplanetary adventures – from Tall Stories, the company that brought you The Gruffalo and Room on the Broom live on stage. 'Perfect family viewing' ★★★★★ (BeyondTheCurtain.co.uk).
Book your tickets now 👉 https://www.pleasance.co.uk/event/smeds-and-smoos
01/07/2024
Turn the clock back to a simpler time and let the new generation enjoy some ‘old-fashioned’ fun with The Handbook of Forgotten Skills. Natalie Crowley and Elaine Batiste’s book shares the history and story behind more than thirty skills. In our latest issue, they share how to make your own pinhole camera!
01/07/2024
🐵 Monkeys Everywhere is coming to Pleasance Theatre for Edinburgh Festival Fringe
Join award-winning Garry Starr as he tries to find calm amongst the mayhem that fills his monkey mind.
Monkeys Everywhere is a show for all ages – but especially for those who can’t always keep their monkeys under control... Created with Olivia Jacobs, director of The Gruffalo and Room on the Broom, Monkeys Everywhere contains puppetry, clowning and a huge amount of heart. You’d be bananas to miss it... Praise for previous work: 'An absolute delight' ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ The Scotsman 'From clownish chaos to feats of comic genius' The Guardian
Book your tickets now 👉 https://www.pleasance.co.uk/event/monkeys-everywhere
30/06/2024
How will your child spend their summer? Will it be in front of a computer screen, outside with their mates, attending summer camps, or going on an activity-packed holiday? In our latest issue, Gary Wallace shares how to keep kids moving this summer…
29/06/2024
🚌 This is definitely a must do when visiting Glasgow this Summer!
Embark on a journey through Glasgow with City Sightseeing Glasgow's newly launched Yellow Route Tour, an extension of their VisitScotland 5-star rated experience.
This exciting new route invites you to explore both the east and south sides of Glasgow, offering a unique opportunity to discover the city’s lesser-known neighborhoods alongside its famous attractions.
Their Yellow Route encompasses 19 stops, giving you the freedom to hop on and off at iconic landmarks such as Tennent’s Brewery, the Barrowlands, Celtic Park, Ibrox Stadium, the Science Centre, and Pollok Park, home to the renowned Burrell Collection. Whether you’re eager to delve into Glasgow’s rich sporting history, its vibrant arts scene, or its remarkable architectural heritage, this tour provides an in-depth exploration of the city.
With tours lasting 90 minutes and buses departing every 30 minutes from 10 AM to 4 PM, you have the flexibility to explore at your own pace.
Book your tickets now 👉 https://citysightseeingglasgow.co.uk/tours/the-yellow-tour/
29/06/2024
Looking to entertain the kids over the school holidays, or visiting Glasgow?
Summerlee Museum of Scottish Industrial Life has family activities on throughout the school summer holidays!
Here's just a taster:
⛏Mine Tours
Every day throughout the school holidays
Monday – Friday: 10am – 4pm
Saturday & Sunday: 1pm – 4pm
£2 per person
Explore the mine at Summerlee Museum.
🤫Quiet Sundays
Sundays (except event days)
10am – 11am
Noise and light levels are reduced.
Board games are available for families to use in the Exhibition Hall.
Enjoy the whole museum including play area, cottages, and woodland areas.
📸Photo ID Kit
Activity runs most days from Sunday 23 June – Tuesday 13 August
12pm – 4pm
FREE (50p for a print to take home)
Create an artist’s impression of a police photo ID style picture using our computer software. A great family activity suited to all ages.
Drop-in activity. If you see the yellow ‘smiley’ flag flying, the activity is running.
Activity takes 5 – 20 minutes.
🎥Immersive Experience
Mondays 1, 8, 15 & 22 July
11am – 4pm
FREE
All ages
Summerlee Museum is trialing a new immersive audio-visual experience this summer using our new 270° projection system. Try out a variety of games and learning experiences.
🧸Toys Through Time
Tuesday 2, Tuesday 9, Friday 12 & Thursday 18 July
2pm – 4pm
FREE
All ages
Stay and play at Summerlee Museum this summer and enjoy a selection of old-fashioned toys. Outdoors if it’s sunny, indoors if it’s rainy; either way Summerlee Museum staff will be on hand to help you get the hang of the toys of days gone by.
Find more at: https://culturenl.co.uk/arts/summerlee-museum-summer-2024/
29/06/2024
Sunday Times bestselling author and the brains behind the ‘My First Meals’ Instagram page, Grace Mortimer, has released a new cookbook: My Family Meals: Fuss-free flavour. In it she features over 100 quick and easy to follow recipes, all using just five ingredients. Perfect for busy families who are time poor and looking for budget-friendly easy to make recipes! In our latest issue, she shares two tasty recipes to try this summer.
28/06/2024
🔴 Manchester United v Rangers 🔵
Scottish Gas Murrayfield, Edinburgh
Saturday 20 July 2024, KO 4pm
Manchester United and Rangers will face-off for the first time in over a decade, as the sides head to Edinburgh this July!
Following last year’s hugely successful spectacle at the home of Scottish Rugby, which saw Manchester United beat French side Olympique Lyonnais in front of nearly 50,000, the ‘Red Devils’ will return to Edinburgh to challenge Scottish league title record holders Rangers.
The fixture marks United’s first match against Rangers since a UEFA Champions League group stage game in 2010. In this last meeting of the clubs, United beat Rangers 1-0 thanks to a late Wayne Rooney strike.
The match will set the tone for what’s ahead for the new season, giving Scottish fans the chance to see their heroes on the pitch and the chance for the clubs to debut new signings, new tactics, and new kits.
Buy tickets from £37 Adult/£19 Concessions 👉
https://www.ticketmaster.co.uk/manchester-united-v-rangers-f-c-edinburgh-20-07-2024/event/36006067F49E4CBA
https://premier.ticketek.co.uk/shows/show.aspx?sh=MANURANG24
28/06/2024
Ancient Egypt always has a special way of capturing the imagination of children. In our latest issue we’re sharing an extract on the Land of Pharaohs from Factology’s Ancient Egypt book…
28/06/2024
Join Odyssea at Edinburgh Festival Fringe from July 31st - August 4th
This dance-on-film follows the epic journey of Odyssea, a curious sea traveler, as she encounters flora and fauna in fantastical realms.
New York-based Quicksilver Dance perform with only their hands, painted to become vibrant characters. Featuring original music and biomorphic landscapes made from sculptures and fabric, Odyssea offers a feminist take on the concept of an odyssey: she makes her way by helping fellow travelers, building relationships and trading, rather than through the mythologically typical approaches of strength, trickery or intrigue.
“Odyssea is clever, vibrant, and poignant storytelling captured at its very best.” – Louise Penn, Brighton Fringe reviewer. In-person screening includes the 30-minute film plus a 15-minute Q&A with the artists.
Odyssea is also available to stream on-demand throughout the Fringe.
Excellent for kids of all ages! “WOW, we just loved it! The kids were so, so engaged the entire time.” – Audience review, mother of five.
Book your tickets now 👉 https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/odyssea-1
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Adelaide’s circus and physical theatre superstars, Gravity & Other Myths (GOM), return to the Edinburgh Fringe for the INTERNATIONAL PREMIERE of their new work Ten Thousand Hours Step, walk, jump, flip, fly. We are all masters of something. 1st - 24th August at Assembly Festival BOOK NOW 👉 https://assemblyfestival.com/whats-on/590-ten-thousand-hours/performances Following the hit sell-out sensations Macro and The Pulse at the Edinburgh International Festival, and Fringe-favourite smash-hit A Simple Space, the circus legends that are Gravity & Other Myths return with their critically acclaimed, brand-new family-friendly show Ten Thousand Hours. This is an ode to the countless hours needed to achieve great things. Eight world-class acrobats investigate physical skill; how we obtain it, how we perfect it, and how it can transform our lives. Through honest, cheeky and daring physical storytelling, their superhuman skills become relatable ensuring audiences of all ages are glued to their seats. “Once again gravity and other myths bring shock, awe, and delight.” ★★★★★ Glam Adelaide “Jaw-dropping” ★★★★★ The AU review
🎼Sign up for a free music lesson with a world-renowned director and music producer, Adam Anders. Aimed at Years 4-8, this half an hour class will answer questions like: 'How do you get started writing your own songs?' 'What's the process from having an idea for a song, to recording and producing it?' and 'what opportunities for different careers are there in the music industry? Sign up here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/journey-to-bethlehem-special-live-music-and-careers-lesson-for-ks2-3-tickets-748292702617?aff=oddtdtcreator Kova PR
🥳 Blippi On Tour : The Wonderful World Tour is coming to Glasgow & Edinburgh!! So, who wants to dance, sing, and learn with Blippi and special guest Meekah as they discover what makes different cities unique and special? Will there be monster trucks, excavators, and garbage trucks galore? You bet! So get ready to shake those wiggles out and OJ Twist your way through this brand-new musical party! The production opens at the Sec Armadillo, Glasgow on 8 July, visithttps://www.sec.co.uk/events/detail/blippi to book and the following week you can catch Blippi at Usher Hall in Edinburgh on 13 and 14 July, visit https://www.usherhall.co.uk/whats-on/blippi-wonderful-world-tour
Planning to take the kids to Edinburgh Festival Fringe this August? 🦾 Inside the Robot: Kids vs Chaos is the world's only theatrical escape room! You are crew on a giant robot that’s helping to save the Earth…but everything has gone wrong! Help! The show’s stunning visual effects and immersive interactive technology mean kids aged 5 to 95 will be enthralled in this thrilling, educational and hilarious spectacular! With entertaining STEM based challenges and a big new story for 2023 – fans of puzzles, games and silly dances can't miss this unique Fringe experience. The robot and Earth need your help so come see us in the iconic Big Caves venue like you have never seen it before! https://insidetherobot.show Get tickets at 👉 https://edinburgh.justthetonic.com
🎂 Planning a birthday party? 🎈 Our friends at Craigies Little Farmers are very kindly offering an EXCLUSIVE 20% DISCOUNT ON WEEKDAY PARTY PACKAGES for Scotland4Kids readers 🐷Enter code WEEK20 at the checkout to claim this awesome offer! 🐰 Craigies Little Farmers is Scotland’s most exciting adventure play park! Bursting with farm-themed fun for little ones to explore, you can also get nose-to-nose with their wonderful animals and splash about in the outdoors messy play area. Little Farmers host epic birthday parties for wee ones! Including a personalised animal experience, lunch boxes, private party room and of course entry to their play barn, they can tailor your perfect party at Little Farmers. Visit their website to book and find out more: https://craigieslittlefarmers.co.uk
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The acclaimed stage production of David Walliams’ Demon Dentist is coming to the The King's and Theatre Royal Glasgow in March 2023. Make sure your little ones don't miss out. Book your tickets now 👉 https://www.atgtickets.com/shows/demon-dentist/kings-theatre-glasgow/ Join Alfie and Gabz on this fabulous adventure, as they investigate the strange events happening in their hometown! Children are leaving their teeth for the tooth fairy and waking up to find odd things under their pillows! Alfie and Gabz are determined to get to the bottom of the mystery - but no-one could have dreamed what they'll discover when they come face to face with the demon dentist herself, in this hilarious and thrilling story! Don't miss this terrific tale from the West End producers of Gangsta Granny and Billionaire Boy, which were both nominated for an Olivier Award! It's the funniest and most exciting show yet! "What an amazing show! It’s such a thrill to see my story brought to life in such a brilliant way. I love it!" David Walliams
👀 COMING SOON! The Autumn issue of S4K is packed full of 🎃 frightfully good fun 🎃 plus: ✅ ADHD Awareness Month: spot the signs in your child ✅ Education reform: take part in the national debate ✅ Fantastic competition giveaways And loads more! Be the first to receive the new issue in your inbox - sign up at scotland4kids.com 💻
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🐶 DID YOU KNOW today, Friday 26 August, is International Dog Day? 😍 Time for a digital dog show! We wanna see your beloved family puppers!! 👇📸👇📸 Tag someone who loves sharing photos of their furbabies!!
Not long to wait until our September issue goes live! 🤩 Sneak peek of what to expect: 📚 Celeb couple James Buckley & Clair Buckley on their new book 🎒 Scotland's school start age debate 🧠 Kids' confidence, mental health, and managing screen time 🦷 Top teeth cleaning tips ⭐️ Competitions, a packed WOW guide, and the news, books, shopping, crafts and education you expect from every issue! 👀 Get the issue delivered straight to your inbox - join our mailing list at scotland4kids.com
High School Of Dundee delivers exceptional learning for all, from Nursery through to S6. The school's aim is to nurture the individual interests, talents and ambitions of each and every one of their pupils to equip them with the tools and skills to achieve and exceed their goals. Pupils are supported as individuals; the school responds to their needs, helping them to develop creativity and resilience. In the primary years, High School of Dundee teachers focus on developing core skills like English and Maths, which are so crucial. But the focus is also on making learning fun, engaging and wide-ranging. In S3 pupils are able to choose eight subjects, not five or six, and in S5 they can select from 25 subjects at Higher level. At Advanced Higher, 23 subjects are available. And around 100 co-curricular activities are on offer at the school. New pupils are welcomed throughout the year and tours and taster days are available. Their Open Morning takes place on Saturday 17th September - find out more and register at: highschoolofdundee.org.uk/admissions/junior-and-senior-years/open-morning-registration
As well as our WOW guide in every issue of the magazine, we have a searchable online calendar of events plus our Editor's handpicked weekend family events, WOW Now. To receive her emails every Friday, visit scotland4kids.com and sign up at the one-click form at the top of the homepage. See the latest issue at scotland4kids.com/latestissue and check out the searchable events calendar at scotland4kids.com/whatson Tag any parents who love to get out and about with the family - they'll be spoilt for choice!
Looking to return to work after a career break? The Making Work Work programme seeks women in Scotland looking to step back into the workplace and who face difficulties in finding work that fits with all the commitments and fun of life following a career break (e.g. for maternity, caring, health issues / disability, redundancy, relocation or other reasons). Find more info here 👉 https://www.makingworkwork.scot
🥳 Glasgow Science Centre is turning 21! 🥳 Celebrate 21 years of spectacular science on 22 July at their Summer Birthday Party - there’ll be live music sessions, face painting, a silent disco, live science demonstrations, arts and crafts and the opportunity to meet local scientists and researchers! You can get tickets at 👉 https://www.glasgowsciencecentre.org/whats-on/summer-birthday-party @glasgowsciencecentre
Explore our world and our impact on it in this free online science festival from @Glasgow Science Centre, suitable for kids aged 6-14 🌍 Curious About: Our Planet is packed with live talks from STEM professionals, interactive games and fun, downloadable resources, covering topics such as biodiversity, sustainability, climate change and green jobs. Visit https://bit.ly/S4K_CAOP3 to find out more and register for updates. Contributors include Marine Conservation Society, University of Strathclyde, Zero Waste Scotland, Royal Meteorological Society, WWF, British Antarctic Survey, RZSS Highland Wildlife Park, University of St Andrews, Whitelee Countryside Ranger Service, Orbital Marine Power, National Oceanographic Centre and many more.
Scotland's #1 resource for family events and acitivities! See scotland4kids.com/latestissue to read the WOW guide and plan your weekend.
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