Author Archive: Janis
I look after the day-to-day running of ReallyKidFriendly.com, as well as some geeky stuff behind the scenes. Thanks to my two boisterous rascals (aged 4 and 5), I have become an expert in soft play areas, parks, energetic music classes, and where to get a stiff drink once the kids have gone to bed. Really – ask me anything!
Exciting news! Me Books partners with Scholastic UK
Me Books and the team at Made in Me have earned a warm, cosy reading den in our hearts. Their passion for storytelling and creative use of technology to spark the minds of little children is second to none, and we cannot recommend their apps and stories highly enough. I could go on and on, [...]
Disney’s Oz the Great and Powerful in UK cinemas March 8th
We’re off to see the wizard! Last year I somehow finagled my way into the secret Oz room at London’s Disney HQ and had a sneak peek at the storyboards, set design, trailer and costumes (oh, the costumes!!) for Disney’s new family movie, Oz the Great and Powerful. I was blown away… and not just [...]
Last chance to see DreamWorks Madagascar Live!
Stage Entertainment Touring Productions proudly presents the first arena tour of DreamWorks Madagascar Live!, on tour across the UK until 10 March 2013. If you haven’t already got your tickets, grab them quick as this show’s proving to be a real hit with the kids! If you’ve seen the show, be sure to write a comment [...]
Six Nations inspiring the younger generation at Rugbytots
The RBS Six Nations Rugby tournament is under way, and one local sporting organisation, Rugbytots, is embracing the opportunity to get the younger generation excited in sport and have fun at the same time. With the Government guidelines recommending that children of preschool age be physically active for at least three hours per day, classes [...]
‘WRECK-IT RALPH’ SMASHES ITS WAY TO #1 AT UK BOX OFFICE
‘Wreck-It Ralph’ has destroyed the competition at the UK Box Office taking the #1 spot with a massive £4.5 million on its opening weekend. ‘Wreck-It Ralph’ took over double the weekend figure for the number 2 film, Les Miserables , ending its 4 week reign at the top spot. This Academy Award® nominated heartfelt animated [...]
Prize draw for Sammy’s Great Escape – in cinemas 15th February
To celebrate the release of Sammy’s Great Escape, in cinemas February 15th, Warner Bros. Pictures and Really Kid Friendly are offering one lucky reader the chance to win an ‘Adopt a Turtle’ pack from the Marine Conservation Society. The pack contains: A cool cuddly turtle toy Talk Turtle – the MCS newsletter on turtle conservation [...]
Babyzen YOYO – the new ultra compact, lightweight stroller built for travel
The Babyzen YOYO is brilliant. There, I said it. I was asked to review the newest lightweight stroller, and to see if it really is the best stroller for city living, flying with a baby, and for fitting into the car along with all of your other essentials. I have to say, I was fully [...]
Wreck It Ralph image gallery
Oh, we can’t wait to see Wreck It Ralph again! Here’s a little gallery of film stills from Disney’s new movie to whet your appetite… Wreck It Ralph is in UK cinemas from 8 February 2013 – don’t forget to book your tickets to see the film over Feb Half Term! Click here to visit [...]
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