Hairspray the Musical live stream ft Ariana Grande

Hi Everyone, 

Here's a FREE stream from what's on stage that we are very excited about! 

HAIRSPRAY LIVE! the musical will be streamed for free this Friday (29th May) at 7pm and will be available for 48 hours. 

The show stars Maddie Baillio, Jennifer Hudson, Billy Eichner, Harvey Fierstein, Kristin Chenoweth, Dove Cameron, Martin Short and Ariana Grande. 

More info can be found on the below link:

https://www.whatsonstage.com/london-theatre/news/hairspray-live-musical-streamed-free_51655.html?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=26May2020

Andy’s Tall, Big, Huge, Family Quiz

Hi Everyone, 

Join Andy from cbeebies today 

(26/05) at 4pm for Andy’s Tall, Big, Huge, Family Quiz in support of Marie Curie 

HOW TO PLAY:

1. Form a team with your household, on your own, or with friends and family online.

2. Join in on Tiltify using this link: www.mariecurie.org.uk/livequiz 

3. Make a donation, if you can, on their Tiltify page to help Marie Curie nurses and hospices.

4. Mark yourself (no cheating!)

5. Use the comment box to chat to our host and share your scores on the doors!

All the info can be found on the below link:

https://tiltify.com/@mcquiz/the-marie-curie-celebrity-quiz/

The Natural History Museum virtual Family Festival

Hi Everyone, 

Here's a lovely activity for the half term holiday. 

The Natural History Museum virtual Family Festival: I Spy Nature is now live. 

They have put together a week of activities to help you have fun at home and help out wildlife too. Keep an eye out on their page for new activities every day. 

https://bit.ly/NHM_I-Spy-Nature

NotBoredOutdoors Local Walks

Hi Everyone,

We have seen a lot of people asking where is good to go for a walk with the kids so we have put together a list of some local areas/walks. Please check before travelling that the area you are visiting is open and what their guidelines are, stay local and keep your social distance.

TOPPSTA challenge

Hi Everyone,

We've just came across this brilliant reading challange from TOPPSTA.

They have a 30 day reading challange and to help you complete it you can download a FREE reading pack with lots of resources and games plus there is also a competition to win 4 x £25 vouchers for SMYTHS TOYS

Full details can be found in the link below:

https://toppsta.com/blog/view/toppsta-reading-pack

Sound of Music live stream

Hi Everyone,

The Sound of Music musical starring Carrie Underwood will be streamed for free this Friday (22nd May)  at 7pm and will be available to view for 48 hours.

To watch and for more info follow the below link:

https://www.whatsonstage.com/london-theatre/news/the-sound-of-music-stream-free-22-may_51632.html?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=20May2020

Puffin Books Activities

Hi Everyone, 

There lots of fun things to do over at #puffinbooks read alongs with the likes of Tom Fletcher and Julia Donaldson, draw alongs and some fun experiments too. Perfect for kids upto the age of 12.

They have lots of videos on their you tube channel too:

https://m.youtube.com/user/puffinbooks1

Free Lego Video Game

Hi everyone,

Another freebie for you all. Lego Ninjago Movie Video Game is now free in the PS store & Microsoft store

https://store.playstation.com/en-gb/product/EP1018-CUSA07744_00-LEGONINJAGOMOVIE

https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/p/the-lego-ninjago-movie-video-game/bqkknpkx1c4p?irgwc=1&OCID=AID2000142_aff_7794_1246483&tduid=%28ir__w2p1y2wvvskftg3fkk0sohz3x22xnp1ga3cis1eu00%29%287794%29%281246483%29%28%2881ad6545cbc28e886ec1aaa327ed91d9%29%28266696%29%281018132%29%281966914553%29%28%29%29%2881ad6545cbc28e886ec1aaa327ed91d9%29&irclickid=_w2p1y2wvvskftg3fkk0sohz3x22xnp1ga3cis1eu00

Taylor Swift Live concert

Hi Everyone, 

Here's one for the Taylor Swift fans. Her concert City of Lover is now streaming for FREE on Disney + for a limited time 🎶🎶

Seven Stories competition

Hi Everyone, 

Seven Stories have a competition running at the moment:

'Oh pants! The Queen’s official knicker-maker can't get to work and needs your help to design the perfect pair of pants for an extra special occasion… the Queen's birthday. Can you save the day? Send Seven Stories your designs and they'll share them at the end of the week. Their favourite design will win a free copy of #TheQueensKnickers by Nicholas Allan.'

Harry Potter

Hi Everyone,

Calling all Harry Potters fans! Daniel Radcliffe has kicked off the Harry Potter at Home series by reading us the first chapter of Harry Potter and the Philosophers Stone. You can watch on the link below:

https://www.wizardingworld.com/chapters/reading-the-boy-who-lived

There is then going to be a new famous story teller each week to continue the book. 

Alongside the readings there are going to be quizzes, read along guides to help with home learning and lots more activities. 

All the information can be found on the link below. 

https://www.wizardingworld.com/news/introducing-harry-potter-at-home-readings

National Space Centre: We are Aliens

Hi Everyone, 

The National Space Centre have their next  #FamilyMovieNight tomorrow. We ARE ALIENS will be available for the first time outside the Planetarium. Watch a LIVE screening at 18:00 on Friday 08 May on Facebook and YouTube. 

'We Are Aliens explores the question: Are we alone?

We will include a watch-a-long competition, suggested snack recipe and educational resources to support the screening.

We Are Aliens is another award-winning show from the NSC Creative team. It is narrated by actor Rupert Grint, famous for his portrayal of Ron Weasley in the Harry Potter movies.

How long is it? 25 minutes

Who is the show for? The show is enjoyable entertainment for all ages, but for a learning resource it is best for children aged 7+.'

https://www.facebook.com/54757196002/posts/10157075053841003/

Jason Mangoes Kids Quiz

Hi Everyone, 

If you're looking for a bit of fun then Jason Manfords kids quiz today on you tube at 1:30pm could be just the ticket. We've really enjoyed his past quizzes and are looking forward to this one.

You can keep upto date with all Jason's quizzes etc on his Facebook page, links below:

https://www.facebook.com/9212109351/posts/10157269285429352/

‪https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyao_iWiTM34bBVm9uXCCHg‬

Discovery Museum Activities

Hi Everyone, 

Every week the discovery museum will be posting family  challanges along with  how-to videos and downloadable resources to help you complete them. This week is all about VE day. Click the link for all the resources:

https://discoverymuseum.org.uk/learning/discovery-at-home

Cambridge Institute of Astronomy

Hi Everyone,

For any space fans out there the Cambridge Institute of Astronomy have a free astronomy session for you! On Tuesday 5th May, 3pm, Dr Matt Bothwell will present an interactive children's talk all about the mysteries of the dark Universe.

"We live in a dark Universe. Mysterious 'dark matter' seems to hold the cosmos together, while even-more-mysterious 'dark energy' seems to be blowing it up!"

Watch on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cVqiRyoLqAg

For more child friendly space talks check out there Facebook page

Mini-professor

Hi Everyone,

Here's a fabulous science challenge from Mini professors starting Monday (May 4th) :

 "Each day I will be posting details about a different space-related activity to try at home. Join in with as few or as many as you like, post/send photos of what you make and do, then at the end of the week, everyone who takes part will receive a certificate!

If you are planning planning to join in, you can join our dedicated challenge group at https://www.facebook.com/groups/555839382003343/ to make sure you don't miss a task!"

Virtual Tours

Hi Everyone,

Why not go on an adventure with these free virtual tours. You can visit zoos, museums and even go on theme park rides thanks to MONEYSAVINGEXPERT. COM who have complied a fabulous list of tours and experiences we can all take part in from our living room.

Full details in the link below:

https://www.moneysavingexpert.com/deals/deals-hunter/2020/03/free-virtual-globe-trotting/#touristsites

Chester Zoo - Day at the Zoo

Hi Everyone,

The ever popular day at the Zoo is back today (May 1st) at 10am. Join the keepers and animal of Chester Zoo for more fun filled facts and talks.

The line up is INCREDIBLE...

10:00 – 10:20 RED RIVER HOGS (enjoy breakfast with our family of strikingly coloured hogs!)
11:00 – 11:20 CHIMPANZEE feeding time!
12:00 – 12:20 PAINTED DOGS (lunchtime for a pack of hungry dogs can be VERY exciting)
13:00 – 13:20 CASSOWARY (meet the world’s most dangerous birds with dagger-like claws)
14:00 – 14:20 👉 RETICULATED PYTHON (it's a late lunch for the world’s longest snake species) 🐍

(*Running order may be subject to ever so slight changes... and there may be more surprises throughout the day!)

All streamed lived on Facebook but if you’d prefer to watch on a TV, laptop or home computer, you may wish to watch on our Chester Zoo TV/YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZ9UagJLiMdBIFOHYwT7eL