Top Tips for
easy travelling... Plan ahead • allow plenty of time and try to be relaxed • if you are stressed or trying to get somewhere in a hurry, your child will pick up on this and is likely to become stressed too, as a result!
Be prepared
Whatever the length of the journey, always take: • a Journey Bag – a small bag to include spare nappies, wipes, kitchen towel, antiseptic cream, calpol, plasters and a couple of spare plastic bags (always come in handy!)
• plenty of drinks & snacks – helpful if your journey is delayed.
• essential changes of clothing – there’s nothing worse than if your little one has a little accident and you can’t change them!
• portable potty. • for longer journeys, take a blanket - for your child to snuggle into.
Take entertainment & activities • For short trips - small cuddly and other toys (cars, dolls etc); books, including puzzle books; colouring pads, crayons and stickers.
• For longer journeys - travel games, snap cards, connect etc; music or story CDs; electronic games and DVD players – with spare batteries and car chargers! Your children may also enjoy playing traditional travel games with you like “I Spy.”
Why not visit Small Steps Online for more information on hundreds of local activities in your area.
www.smallstepsonline.co.uk Small Steps 14
At MK Gallery it’s never too early to Start the Art...
M
K Gallery is known for its temporary exhibitions of international
contemporary art. And before you say that’s not for the likes of me, think again! The Gallery runs a popular and highly accessible family programme, and believe it is never too early for little ones to participate in creative learning activities.
Start the Art parent and toddler sessions, held every Tuesday from 11am - 12 noon, are designed to help under 4s feel confident and comfortable exploring contemporary art. If you have a child who can’t wait to get their hands dirty, then these artist-led, friendly, playful and multi-sensory activities are a must. The emphasis is very much on having fun, through messy, creative, experimental play, rather than the final outcome.
Typical activities include painting, sticking, gluing, cutting, mixing, shapes, colours, textures, allowing children to explore media, develop their skills and learn about creativity. And as an added bonus, you don’t have to clear up afterwards - the mess is at MK Gallery rather than at your place! And once your little one turns 4 you can enjoy the free Mini Makers sessions together on Saturday afternoons.
Find out more at
www.mkgallery.org
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