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Activities and support for the holidays
Join in with fun activities and find useful resources on supporting children during the holidays.
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Everyday Magic Gallery
These simple, everyday activities are a great way to deepen the connections we have with the children in our lives, helping them to feel seen and loved and giving them opportunities to open up and talk.
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Pudsey Crafts
Fun, easy crafts, science experiments and arty activities are perfect for building positive relationships from early childhood right through to teen years.
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Pudsey activity pack
Puzzles, colouring sheets and more.
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Free activities with McDonald’s Fun Football
McDonald’s has committed to providing 10 million hours of Fun Football to kids from every background, gender and ability – via a range of FREE activities. From activity books and coaching videos to free football sessions.
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Holiday activity generator
Looking for a fun activity to try over the holidays? Use Cbeebies’ ideas generator to find the perfect activity!
Supporting children during the holidays
Mental health and wellbeing
Mental health and wellbeing
Barnardo’s:
5 tips for maintaining good mental health during the holidays
Young Minds:
What to do if your child is anxious about going back to school
Parent Zone:
Digital family basics: wellbeing and screen time
BBC Children in Need:
Staying active and learning
Staying active and learning
Twinkl:
BBC Children in Need:
Newsround: