Kids Reading Books: Encourage a Love for Reading with Audiobooks

There are probably hundreds of reasons why a love for reading is one of the greatest gifts a child can receive. It helps to develop an understanding of language and sparks imagination. Contributes to good concentration, social and communication skills, offers a wide variety of knowledge, reduces stress and can contribute to healthy self-esteem. And perhaps most importantly: It is fun – good old-fashioned, long-lasting fun without any screens! In recent years audiobooks have gained in popularity to an extent,…

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Yoto Player Review: Screen-free Audio Fun for All Ages

The Yoto Player is the latest addition to the ever-growing market of screen-free audio players for children. It can’t be denied that there seems to be a certain trend. However, this is a trend that is absolutely worth it! In this blog post, I will give you the ins & outs of this ingenious device and if you decide to buy. PLEASE NOTE: This review is based on the 2nd Generation Yoto Player (before June 2023). CLICK HERE if you…

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UPDATED Toniebox Review: Everything you need to know about the innovative audio player for children!

At the end of 2018, the Toniebox launched in Ireland and the UK! The innovative, fun and child-friendly digital audio player is the brainchild of the German friends Patric and Marcus. When they wanted to give their children an easy way to listen to audiobooks and music without adding to their screentime and without having to handle CDs or tapes: The Toniebox was born! The Toniebox is a portable and easy-to-use digital audio player for children. Audiobooks and songs are…

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Easy Christmas Crafts for Families

December is a month to intentionally slow down, spend time with our loved ones and soak in all the magic. One of my most favourite memories of my childhood Christmasses is craft afternoons with my mum and my sisters. You’d think I would have grown up being a bit more talented when it comes to arts & crafts. But fact is, I am not. So I for my own family now I really needed to find some easy Christmas Crafts…

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15 Stocking Filler Ideas from Irish Businesses

Christmas is approaching fast now and if you are anything like me you might find it easy to sort your family’s big gifts but take forever to decide on the small little presents. There is an abundance of stocking filler ideas out there, however, I find it hard to not just buy tat and end up giving small little things nobody ever looks at. Plus, this year more than ever, I would like to support small irish business. After a…

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