Sunday, 30 June 2013
Wednesday, 19 June 2013
This post is disgusting!
Wiss is growing up so fast I can't quite believe it. He is learning so much, so quickly it is amazing to be part of it. He is fascinated by letters at the moment and as well as trying to write, he wants to know how to spell words. I've been sounding them out with him so he can start to work it out for himself. Here are some of the words he requested we spell...
Oh yes, that's one of
the other things he's really into at the moment...toilet humour! Farts,
poos, bums, wee-wee, they're all a source of great amusement at the
moment in our house. I say 'at the moment' but actually, they're pretty
funny all the time aren't they? (I hope it's not just me, or this post is going to be a bit odd!)
If your child is like mine, or you just want to indulge in a little yukky humour yourself then try out these brilliant books. Warning, they're not for the faint-hearted!
Bertie is a normal little boy who just happens to like picking his nose, weeing in the bushes and licking the dog. David Roberts' illustrations are brilliantly funny and appeal to Wiss as much as me. There's lots to spot on all the pages, and then there's the disgusting finale that never fails to make Wiss laugh!
In this book Bertie lets off some stinky farts in all sorts of places, much to the disgust of his family. But then he discovers that actually, we all do it! There are some hilarious turn of phrases for breaking wind, that maybe amused me a little bit too much, and the same great illustrations of Bertie and his family.
This is the story of Bernard the Robot who loses his bottom! The story is basically just a build-up to the fab punchline "I'm not a robot, I'm a No-Bot!" but it is hugely entertaining too. This has both Wiss and I giggling every time we read it, especially as they do the same bottom-wiggling dance that is popular in our house at the moment. (Please say we're not alone in this too??!)
Finally we have THE most brilliant book about poo. Yes, honestly! I was told about this book by a Dutch friend of mine who couldn't believe I wasn't already aware of it. In Holland, it seems, this book is the norm. It's as famous as the Hungry Caterpillar is here...
As well as being truly yukky and hilariously funny, it's also very educational (well that's what I told my Mother-in-Law at least!) It has sparked lots of conversations about why the poos are different, reinforces the fact that everybody does it and now Wiss is able to spot every bird and dog poo in the park and he shouts them out to let everyone else know too! So kind, my son!
If you have any favourite yukky books I haven't mentioned then please let me know. I've got a feeling this kind of humour is going to last quite some time....
Sunday, 16 June 2013
Sunday, 2 June 2013
Tuesday, 28 May 2013
Two Half Term Ideas - Journey to Space and Trash Robots
It's half term for most people this week, and seeing as the great British weather has taken a nose-dive I think that it is the perfect time for this post.
Going Out:
If you live in or near London and have kids then make a bee-line to Discover - Children's Story Centre in Stratford E15. It is a complete gem!
I blogged about it here at the start of last year and I still cannot recommend Discover enough - there are things to climb on and slide down, puppets to play with, outfits to dress up in, and somewhere to make and draw things too. And that's just on the ground floor! The outdoor playground is brilliant and although there is a small on-site cafe (that serves good coffee) there are tables and chairs for you to eat your own food if you wish. Other 'family friendly' places take note!
Downstairs they have a programme of changing visiting exhibitions; at the moment it is 'Journey to Space'. The children get to put on space suits, go in a 'spaceship' to a unknown planet and search for the missing Major Tom. Wiss loved it!
He made a paper rocket at the craft tables, which he played with all afternoon and the next day too. In fact, it's still in pride of place on his window ledge.
We booked into one of the (free) storytelling sessions to end our day. 'Where on Earth is the Moon?' was read aloud by one of the Story Builders while the kids sat on big cushions on the floor and were encouraged to help bring the book to life by using musical instruments. The beautiful illustrations were projected on the wall in front of us. The final stop on the way out has to be at the brilliant bookshop - they have a fabulous selection of some classics, some really original but all very cool books.
Staying In:
If you can't make it along to Discover then how about making something at home instead? Wiss was given this Trash Robot kit for his birthday but we saved it for a rainy day (!)
You get eyes, wheels and plenty of stickers to make at least two robots using whatever recycled packaging you have. As you can see we used a milk carton, and a shampoo bottle - it's a great way to start talking about recycling with kids. I had to help Wiss with the arms as they are made from folded paper but he enjoyed putting the stickers on himself. We then spent the afternoon racing our robots up and down the dining room, and perfecting our robotic voices!
Whatever you get up to this half term, I hope you have fun regardless of the weather! And if you go anywhere that you'd like to recommend then please let me know with a comment or link... Enjoy!
Going Out:
If you live in or near London and have kids then make a bee-line to Discover - Children's Story Centre in Stratford E15. It is a complete gem!
I blogged about it here at the start of last year and I still cannot recommend Discover enough - there are things to climb on and slide down, puppets to play with, outfits to dress up in, and somewhere to make and draw things too. And that's just on the ground floor! The outdoor playground is brilliant and although there is a small on-site cafe (that serves good coffee) there are tables and chairs for you to eat your own food if you wish. Other 'family friendly' places take note!
Downstairs they have a programme of changing visiting exhibitions; at the moment it is 'Journey to Space'. The children get to put on space suits, go in a 'spaceship' to a unknown planet and search for the missing Major Tom. Wiss loved it!
He made a paper rocket at the craft tables, which he played with all afternoon and the next day too. In fact, it's still in pride of place on his window ledge.
We booked into one of the (free) storytelling sessions to end our day. 'Where on Earth is the Moon?' was read aloud by one of the Story Builders while the kids sat on big cushions on the floor and were encouraged to help bring the book to life by using musical instruments. The beautiful illustrations were projected on the wall in front of us. The final stop on the way out has to be at the brilliant bookshop - they have a fabulous selection of some classics, some really original but all very cool books.
Staying In:
If you can't make it along to Discover then how about making something at home instead? Wiss was given this Trash Robot kit for his birthday but we saved it for a rainy day (!)
You get eyes, wheels and plenty of stickers to make at least two robots using whatever recycled packaging you have. As you can see we used a milk carton, and a shampoo bottle - it's a great way to start talking about recycling with kids. I had to help Wiss with the arms as they are made from folded paper but he enjoyed putting the stickers on himself. We then spent the afternoon racing our robots up and down the dining room, and perfecting our robotic voices!
Whatever you get up to this half term, I hope you have fun regardless of the weather! And if you go anywhere that you'd like to recommend then please let me know with a comment or link... Enjoy!
Mum's Quilt
I blogged a little while ago about the quilt that I'd made for my mum (Life is Hard, Sewing is Easy)
I was in such a hurry to give it to her I forgot to take any pictures of it. But this weekend we went up to stay with her, and the sun was shining so I was able to get some better shots.
The quilt was made from two charm packs of Winter Memories by Tilda, and the muted colours are perfect for my mums room. The back is made from a brushed cotton sheet which was also wrapped round to make the binding. The over all size of this lap quilt is 1m x 1.25m, so it will fit on a single bed, or be perfect for on the sofa.
I quilted it with simple straight lines about 1cm away from the seams. I much prefer this than 'stitching in the ditch' as you get to see all the quilting properly.
I finished the quilt with a little message for mum, to remind her always.
I was in such a hurry to give it to her I forgot to take any pictures of it. But this weekend we went up to stay with her, and the sun was shining so I was able to get some better shots.
The quilt was made from two charm packs of Winter Memories by Tilda, and the muted colours are perfect for my mums room. The back is made from a brushed cotton sheet which was also wrapped round to make the binding. The over all size of this lap quilt is 1m x 1.25m, so it will fit on a single bed, or be perfect for on the sofa.
I quilted it with simple straight lines about 1cm away from the seams. I much prefer this than 'stitching in the ditch' as you get to see all the quilting properly.
I finished the quilt with a little message for mum, to remind her always.
Sunday, 26 May 2013
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