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As Britain prepares for the arrival of the 2012 Olympics in August, there is another sporting event for us to look forward to Sport Relief! Men, women, children and celebrities all get together in the world of sport to help raise money for people living tough lives in the UK and across the world. This year, Sport Relief is taking place from Friday

March 23 to Sunday March 25. With over a million people

expected to join in the Sainsburys Sport Relief Mile, you too can get involved

Olympics in August, there is another sporting event for us to look forward to Sport Relief! Men, women, children and celebrities all get together in the world of sport to help raise money for people living tough lives in the money for people living tough lives in the UK and across the world. This year, UK and across the world. This year, Sport Relief is taking place from Friday Sport Relief is taking place from Friday

March 23 to Sunday March 25. March 23 to Sunday March 25. March 23 to Sunday March 25. March 23 to Sunday March 25. With over a million people With over a million people

expected to join in the expected to join in the Sainsburys Sport Relief Mile, you too can get involvedcan get involvedcan get involved

This year, David Walliams kicked off Sport Relief with a splash when he announced he would swim the Thames for the charity. He embarked on the epic 140-mile swim down the stinky, dirty River Thames, picking up a tummy bug and other illnesses on the way. Nevertheless, he completed his amazing challenge in just eight days and raised more than 1 million.

Blue Peter presenter Helen Skelton has become a wonderful ambassador for Sport Relief having kayaked the 2000 miles of the Amazon River and walked across a tightrope suspended between the chimneys of Battersea Power Station. This year, Helen has managed to go one step further, again. On January 4, Helen set off on her Polar Challenge to cross 500 miles by ski, kite-ski and bike to reach the South Pole. We will see how Helen fared on the live show. What will she do next year?

But, you dont have to go to the extreme of swimming the Thames or skiing to the South Pole to raise money for Sport Relief! You can do your bit by simply walking one mile. For just 6 for adults and 3 for children, you can enter the Sport Relief Mile. You will be sent a pack with sponsor forms for you to collect sponsorships

from your friends and family. Do your bit to raise money for people less fortunate. There are hundreds of Miles being organised around the country on Sunday March 25, including loads right here in the Midlands. To nd out where your closest Sport Relief Mile is taking place, visit www.sportrelief.com/the-mile. Simply type your postcode or town into the search box and see the list of Miles around you. Whether you want to walk one mile with your family, do three miles in fancy dress with your classmates or attempt the mighty six-mile challenge, there is a Sport Relief Mile for you. From the www.sportrelief.com website you can also order your fundraising pack so that you can raise as much money as possible. You might even be able to do a bit of celebrity spotting as a whole host of famous faces will also be taking to the streets.

So, get out there and raise some cash for a great cause, and have some fun!

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As Britain prepares for the arrival of the 2012 As Britain prepares for the arrival of the 2012 2012

Olympics in August, there is another sporting Olympics in August, there is another sporting Olympics in August, there is another sporting Olympics in August, there is another sporting Olympics in August, there is another sporting Olympics in August, there is another sporting event for us to look forward to Sport Relief! event for us to look forward to Sport Relief! event for us to look forward to Sport Relief! event for us to look forward to Sport Relief! event for us to look forward to Sport Relief! event for us to look forward to Sport Relief! Men, women, children and celebrities all get Men, women, children and celebrities all get Men, women, children and celebrities all get Men, women, children and celebrities all get Men, women, children and celebrities all get Men, women, children and celebrities all get together in the world of sport to help raise together in the world of sport to help raise together in the world of sport to help raise together in the world of sport to help raise together in the world of sport to help raise money for people living tough lives in the money for people living tough lives in the money for people living tough lives in the money for people living tough lives in the money for people living tough lives in the UK and across the world. This year, UK and across the world. This year, UK and across the world. This year, UK and across the world. This year, Sport Relief is taking place from Friday Sport Relief is taking place from Friday Sport Relief is taking place from Friday

March 23 to Sunday March 25. March 23 to Sunday March 25. March 23 to Sunday March 25. With over a million people With over a million people

expected to join in the expected to join in the Sainsburys Sport Sainsburys Sport Relief Mile, you too Relief Mile, you too can get involved

classmates or attempt the mighty six-mile

you. From the www.sportrelief.com website you can also order your fundraising pack so that you can raise as much money as possible. You might even be able to do a bit of celebrity spotting as a whole host of famous faces will also be

So, get out there and raise some cash for a great

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If you want to take part in Sport Relief, whether its running the Mile or another way of fundraising, what better way to do it than in the of cial Sport Relief socks? Leap into action with the striking red and white Union Jack- inspired socks, available from Sainsburys (adults 2.50, children 2). Show your personali-tee with the of cial Sport Relief 2012 t-shirts! Made with Fairtrade cotton, raising money for Sport Relief, the t-shirts are just 8 for adults and 6 for juniors, or there are three limited edition designs at 10 each. Show everyone that you are supporting Sport Relief by wearing your special tee for all to see.

Other ways to raise money

If you cant make the Mile on the Sunday, there are loads

of other ways that you can raise money for Sport Relief

2012. Here are some of our favourite ideas

. Tasty cakes with help from mum and dad - and

permission from your school, bake some cakes and sell

them at school

. Shhhh attempt a sponsored silence. Get people

to sponsor you to keep your lips closed for a day. Its

harder than it sounds

. Mufti fun ask you teachers if you can have a mufti

day. Pay to go to school in your own clothes. The

money paid goes to Sport Relief

. Sweet treats ll a jar with sweets and get

people to guess how many are in there. Pay to have

a guess and you might even win the jar!

. Keep t get sponsored to walk to school every

day. Raise money and get t in time to do your Mile

. Give it up ask for sponsorship to give

up your favourite thing for a week. Mine?

Chocolate. Lets do it together

2012If you want to take part in Sport Relief, whether its running the Mile or another way of fundraising, what better way to do it than in the what better way to do it than in the of cial Sport Relief socks? Leap of cial Sport Relief socks? Leap into action with the striking red into action with the striking red into action with the striking red and white Union Jack- inspired and white Union Jack- inspired and white Union Jack- inspired socks, available from Sainsburys socks, available from Sainsburys socks, available from Sainsburys (adults 2.50, children 2). Show (adults 2.50, children 2). Show (adults 2.50, children 2). Show your personali-tee with the of cial your personali-tee with the of cial your personali-tee with the of cial Sport Relief 2012 t-shirts! Made Sport Relief 2012 t-shirts! Made Sport Relief 2012 t-shirts! Made with Fairtrade cotton, raising with Fairtrade cotton, raising with Fairtrade cotton, raising money for Sport Relief, the t-shirts money for Sport Relief, the t-shirts money for Sport Relief, the t-shirts are just 8 for adults and 6 for are just 8 for adults and 6 for juniors, or there are three limited juniors, or there are three limited edition designs at 10 each. Show everyone that you are supporting Sport Relief by wearing your special tee for all to see.

permission from your school, bake some cakes and sell

them at school

. Shhhh attempt a sponsored silence. Get people

to sponsor you to keep your lips closed for a day. Its

harder than it sounds

. Mufti fun ask you teachers if you can have a mufti

day. Pay to go to school in your own clothes. The

money paid goes to Sport Relief

. Sweet treats ll a jar with sweets and get

people to guess how many are in there. Pay to have

a guess and you might even win the jar!

. Keep t get sponsored to walk to school every

day. Raise money and get t in time to do your Mile

. Give it up ask for sponsorship to give

up your favourite thing for a week. Mine?

Chocolate. Lets do it together

2012

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RELIEFRELIEFRELIEFRELIEFRELIEFRELIEFRELIEFSPORT

As Britain prepares for the arrival of the 2012 Olympics in August, there is another sporting event for us to look forward to Sport Relief! Men, women, children and celebrities all get together in the world of sport to help raise money for people living tough lives in the UK and across the world. This year, Sport Relief is taking place from Friday

March 23 to Sunday March 25. With over a million people

expected to join in the Sainsburys Sport Relief Mile, you too can get involved

Olympics in August, there is another sporting event for us to look forward to Sport Relief! Men, women, children and celebrities all get together in the world of sport to help raise money for people living tough lives in the money for people living tough lives in the UK and across the world. This year, UK and across the world. This year, Sport Relief is taking place from Friday Sport Relief is taking place from Friday

March 23 to Sunday March 25. March 23 to Sunday March 25. March 23 to Sunday March 25. March 23 to Sunday March 25. With over a million people With over a million people

expected to join in the expected to join in the Sainsburys Sport Relief Mile, you too can get involvedcan get involvedcan get involved

This year, David Walliams kicked off Sport Relief with a splash when he announced he would swim the Thames for the charity. He embarked on the epic 140-mile swim down the stinky, dirty River Thames, picking up a tummy bug and other illnesses on the way. Nevertheless, he completed his amazing challenge in just eight days and raised more than 1 million.

Blue Peter presenter Helen Skelton has become a wonderful ambassador for Sport Relief having kayaked the 2000 miles of the Amazon River and walked across a tightrope suspended between the chimneys of Battersea Power Station. This year, Helen has managed to go one step further, again. On January 4, Helen set off on her Polar Challenge to cross 500 miles by ski, kite-ski and bike to reach the South Pole. We will see how Helen fared on the live show. What will she do next year?

But, you dont have to go to the extreme of swimming the Thames or skiing to the South Pole to raise money for Sport Relief! You can do your bit by simply walking one mile. For just 6 for adults and 3 for children, you can enter the Sport Relief Mile. You will be sent a pack with sponsor forms for you to collect sponsorships

from your friends and family. Do your bit to raise money for people less fortunate. There are hundreds of Miles being organised around the country on Sunday March 25, including loads right here in the Midlands. To nd out where your closest Sport Relief Mile is taking place, visit www.sportrelief.com/the-mile. Simply type your postcode or town into the search box and see the list of Miles around you. Whether you want to walk one mile with your family, do three miles in fancy dress with your classmates or attempt the mighty six-mile challenge, there is a Sport Relief Mile for you. From the www.sportrelief.com website you can also order your fundraising pack so that you can raise as much money as possible. You might even be able to do a bit of celebrity spotting as a whole host of famous faces will also be taking to the streets.

So, get out there and raise some cash for a great cause, and have some fun!

RELIEFRELIEFRELIEFRELIEFRELIEFRELIEF

As Britain prepares for the arrival of the 2012 As Britain prepares for the arrival of the 2012 2012

Olympics in August, there is another sporting Olympics in August, there is another sporting Olympics in August, there is another sporting Olympics in August, there is another sporting Olympics in August, there is another sporting Olympics in August, there is another sporting event for us to look forward to Sport Relief! event for us to look forward to Sport Relief! event for us to look forward to Sport Relief! event for us to look forward to Sport Relief! event for us to look forward to Sport Relief! event for us to look forward to Sport Relief! Men, women, children and celebrities all get Men, women, children and celebrities all get Men, women, children and celebrities all get Men, women, children and celebrities all get Men, women, children and celebrities all get Men, women, children and celebrities all get together in the world of sport to help raise together in the world of sport to help raise together in the world of sport to help raise together in the world of sport to help raise together in the world of sport to help raise money for people living tough lives in the money for people living tough lives in the money for people living tough lives in the money for people living tough lives in the money for people living tough lives in the UK and across the world. This year, UK and across the world. This year, UK and across the world. This year, UK and across the world. This year, Sport Relief is taking place from Friday Sport Relief is taking place from Friday Sport Relief is taking place from Friday

March 23 to Sunday March 25. March 23 to Sunday March 25. March 23 to Sunday March 25. With over a million people With over a million people

expected to join in the expected to join in the Sainsburys Sport Sainsburys Sport Relief Mile, you too Relief Mile, you too can get involved

classmates or attempt the mighty six-mile

you. From the www.sportrelief.com website you can also order your fundraising pack so that you can raise as much money as possible. You might even be able to do a bit of celebrity spotting as a whole host of famous faces will also be

So, get out there and raise some cash for a great

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If you want to take part in Sport Relief, whether its running the Mile or another way of fundraising, what better way to do it than in the of cial Sport Relief socks? Leap into action with the striking red and white Union Jack- inspired socks, available from Sainsburys (adults 2.50, children 2). Show your personali-tee with the of cial Sport Relief 2012 t-shirts! Made with Fairtrade cotton, raising money for Sport Relief, the t-shirts are just 8 for adults and 6 for juniors, or there are three limited edition designs at 10 each. Show everyone that you are supporting Sport Relief by wearing your special tee for all to see.

Other ways to raise money

If you cant make the Mile on the Sunday, there are loads

of other ways that you can raise money for Sport Relief

2012. Here are some of our favourite ideas

. Tasty cakes with help from mum and dad - and

permission from your school, bake some cakes and sell

them at school

. Shhhh attempt a sponsored silence. Get people

to sponsor you to keep your lips closed for a day. Its

harder than it sounds

. Mufti fun ask you teachers if you can have a mufti

day. Pay to go to school in your own clothes. The

money paid goes to Sport Relief

. Sweet treats ll a jar with sweets and get

people to guess how many are in there. Pay to have

a guess and you might even win the jar!

. Keep t get sponsored to walk to school every

day. Raise money and get t in time to do your Mile

. Give it up ask for sponsorship to give

up your favourite thing for a week. Mine?

Chocolate. Lets do it together

2012If you want to take part in Sport Relief, whether its running the Mile or another way of fundraising, what better way to do it than in the what better way to do it than in the of cial Sport Relief socks? Leap of cial Sport Relief socks? Leap into action with the striking red into action with the striking red into action with the striking red and white Union Jack- inspired and white Union Jack- inspired and white Union Jack- inspired socks, available from Sainsburys socks, available from Sainsburys socks, available from Sainsburys (adults 2.50, children 2). Show (adults 2.50, children 2). Show (adults 2.50, children 2). Show your personali-tee with the of cial your personali-tee with the of cial your personali-tee with the of cial Sport Relief 2012 t-shirts! Made Sport Relief 2012 t-shirts! Made Sport Relief 2012 t-shirts! Made with Fairtrade cotton, raising with Fairtrade cotton, raising with Fairtrade cotton, raising money for Sport Relief, the t-shirts money for Sport Relief, the t-shirts money for Sport Relief, the t-shirts are just 8 for adults and 6 for are just 8 for adults and 6 for juniors, or there are three limited juniors, or there are three limited edition designs at 10 each. Show everyone that you are supporting Sport Relief by wearing your special tee for all to see.

permission from your school, bake some cakes and sell

them at school

. Shhhh attempt a sponsored silence. Get people

to sponsor you to keep your lips closed for a day. Its

harder than it sounds

. Mufti fun ask you teachers if you can have a mufti

day. Pay to go to school in your own clothes. The

money paid goes to Sport Relief

. Sweet treats ll a jar with sweets and get

people to guess how many are in there. Pay to have

a guess and you might even win the jar!

. Keep t get sponsored to walk to school every

day. Raise money and get t in time to do your Mile

. Give it up ask for sponsorship to give

up your favourite thing for a week. Mine?

Chocolate. Lets do it together

2012

Exclusive to West eld Merry Hill, there is a brand new CBeebies Everythings Rosie day with special treats on Tuesday February 14, and you can grab your free tickets to meet Rosie and her friend Raggles from 9am outside Eat Central. On Thursday February 16, Ben 10s archrival Humungousaur will be at Merry Hill and you can take advantage of a free Ben 10 craft class and even meet the Humungousaur in person. Meet and greet times for both events are 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm and 2pm. Arrive early to avoid disappointment. Visit www.west eld.com/merryhill for more information.

Exclusive to West eld Merry Hill, there is a brand

grab your free tickets to meet Rosie and her friend Raggles from 9am outside Eat Central. On Thursday February 16, Ben 10s archrival Humungousaur will be at Merry Hill and you can take advantage of a free Ben 10 craft class and even meet the Humungousaur in person. Meet and greet times for both events are 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm and 2pm. Arrive early to avoid disappointment. Visit www.west eld.com/merryhill for more information.

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When Alton Towers

welcomes the main

season on March 24,

it comes prepared for

2012 with a brand

new attraction. Ice

Age 3: Dawn of the

Dinosaurs - The

4D Experience.

Located in Cloud

Cuckoo Land

Theatre, the Ice Age cinema will combine

3D footage based on the third movie in the s

eries following

Manny and Sid, with some amazing physica

l effects including

icy blasts, snow and bubbles. Excited yet? W

e are! 43 days

and counting! If you cant wait until then, ch

eck out all the

news at www.altontowers.com. Well see you

there!

BONNIE AND CLYDE ARRIVE IN STRATFORD!Stratford Butter y Farm has welcomed two n

ew iguanas called

Bonnie and Clyde into their tropical paradise. Bonnie and Clyde were

donated to the farm by a pet shop in Evesham as they had grown too

big for their tank. The two pink iguanas have made a very comfortable

home in Stratford-upon-Avon. Bonnie and Clyde are joining the

thousands of critters already living at the farm including the colony

of leaf-cutting ants. The ants arrived at the farm four years ago and

have built their very own home out of fungus. An

adult ticket in to the farm is 6.25 and a childs

ticket is 5.25. A family ticket is available for two

adults and two children at 18.50.

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Goals are top of the league when it comes to 5-a-side, with over 42 football centres throughout the UK. Best of all, there is one right here in Birmingham. Goals at Star City is a great place for all with ten all-weather pitches, rubber-crumb arti cial grass, oodlights, Megascreen video replays and a private function room. Goals offer a fully licensed function suite with ample free parking. They also offer a wide choice of catering, music and entertainment to suit your celebration or special event. Call 0800 987 8900 or visit www.goalsfootball.co.uk for more information. The rst ve bookings taken before February 28 will receive a 50 bar voucher.

Bliss Yoga and Relaxation will be running weekly kids yoga club classes from April 15 onwards at Sandwell Valley Park Farm, West Bromwich. Children aged 4-12 can enjoy the bene ts of yoga from improved sleeping patterns to exibility. Classes are 4, bookable in blocks of six. Visit www.blissyoga.org.uk or call 07910 158 275 for more information.

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Exclusive to West eld Merry Hill, there is a brand new CBeebies Everythings Rosie day with special treats on Tuesday February 14, and you can grab your free tickets to meet Rosie and her friend Raggles from 9am outside Eat Central. On Thursday February 16, Ben 10s archrival Humungousaur will be at Merry Hill and you can take advantage of a free Ben 10 craft class and even meet the Humungousaur in person. Meet and greet times for both events are 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm and 2pm. Arrive early to avoid disappointment. Visit www.west eld.com/merryhill for more information.

Exclusive to West eld Merry Hill, there is a brand

grab your free tickets to meet Rosie and her friend Raggles from 9am outside Eat Central. On Thursday February 16, Ben 10s archrival Humungousaur will be at Merry Hill and you can take advantage of a free Ben 10 craft class and even meet the Humungousaur in person. Meet and greet times for both events are 10am, 11am, 12pm, 1pm and 2pm. Arrive early to avoid disappointment. Visit www.west eld.com/merryhill for more information.

FREE FAMILY FUN WITH WESTFIELD!

CELEBRATIONS THE WAY THEY SHOULD BE...

FREE FAMILY FUN FREE FAMILY FUN WITH WESTFIELD!FREE FAMILY FUN WITH WESTFIELD!FREE FAMILY FUN

pinb ao rd

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BRAND NEW ATTRACTIO

N

AT ALTON TOWERS!

When Alton Towers

welcomes the main

season on March 24,

it comes prepared for

2012 with a brand

new attraction. Ice

Age 3: Dawn of the

Dinosaurs - The

4D Experience.

Located in Cloud

Cuckoo Land

Theatre, the Ice Age cinema will combine

3D footage based on the third movie in the s

eries following

Manny and Sid, with some amazing physica

l effects including

icy blasts, snow and bubbles. Excited yet? W

e are! 43 days

and counting! If you cant wait until then, ch

eck out all the

news at www.altontowers.com. Well see you

there!

BONNIE AND CLYDE ARRIVE IN STRATFORD!Stratford Butter y Farm has welcomed two n

ew iguanas called

Bonnie and Clyde into their tropical paradise. Bonnie and Clyde were

donated to the farm by a pet shop in Evesham as they had grown too

big for their tank. The two pink iguanas have made a very comfortable

home in Stratford-upon-Avon. Bonnie and Clyde are joining the

thousands of critters already living at the farm including the colony

of leaf-cutting ants. The ants arrived at the farm four years ago and

have built their very own home out of fungus. An

adult ticket in to the farm is 6.25 and a childs

ticket is 5.25. A family ticket is available for two

adults and two children at 18.50.

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Goals are top of the league when it comes to 5-a-side, with over 42 football centres throughout the UK. Best of all, there is one right here in Birmingham. Goals at Star City is a great place for all with ten all-weather pitches, rubber-crumb arti cial grass, oodlights, Megascreen video replays and a private function room. Goals offer a fully licensed function suite with ample free parking. They also offer a wide choice of catering, music and entertainment to suit your celebration or special event. Call 0800 987 8900 or visit www.goalsfootball.co.uk for more information. The rst ve bookings taken before February 28 will receive a 50 bar voucher.

Bliss Yoga and Relaxation will be running weekly kids yoga club classes from April 15 onwards at Sandwell Valley Park Farm, West Bromwich. Children aged 4-12 can enjoy the bene ts of yoga from improved sleeping patterns to exibility. Classes are 4, bookable in blocks of six. Visit www.blissyoga.org.uk or call 07910 158 275 for more information.

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March 1 is World Book Day, where the written word is celebrated. World Book Day is recognised in over 100 countries around the world. The idea behind World Book Day began more than 90 years ago in Catalonia, Spain, where roses and books were given as gifts to loved ones on St. Georges Day. The main aim of World Book Day is to encourage children to explore the pleasures of books and reading by providing them with the opportunity of owning a book of their own. On World Book Day, certain books are available for 1. Register for a World Book Day token and redeem it against your chosen book at a participating bookstore. Schools are encouraged to go to www.worldbookday.com to see what can be organised for the children. As World Book Day is a charity, it does not make money from the event, but instead supports Book Aid International and Readathon, two charities helping children less fortunate.

By offering chosen books for 1, World Book Day not only raises millions of pounds for charity, it also gets children, who might not ordinarily like reading, think about picking up a book.

On World Book Day, The Biggest Book Show on Earth will showcase what its all about. The show at the South Bank in London will begin at 9.30am on March 1 with events for toddlers and children. The aim is to beam the show in to every class and library in the country that has the technology. Authors who will be helping out include Jacqueline Wilson, Julia Donaldson, Andy Stanton and Cressida Cowell. Find out if youll be able to watch the show from your school by asking your teacher.

A quick note for mums and dads: World Book Night is April 23 so you dont feel left out!

Book tokens can be redeemed from participating bookstores. Visit www.worldbookday.com for full information.

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Reading a book is one of the most fulfilling things that you can do with your day. Finding your favourite book is something that a lot of people dont do until late on in their life. Have you found your favourite book yet?

Other WBD events

The Biggest Book Show on Earth is a huge event at th

e

South Bank in London involving around 1000 children, an

d 15

authors and illustrators will be broadcast to schools, nurs

eries,

bookshops and libraries around the country

Blue Peter are dedicating a whole programme to World B

ook

Day with fantastic features and the announcement of the B

lue

Peter Book Award winner

500 words with Chris Evans on BBC Radio 2 is a short s

tory

competition. Check out www.bbc.co.uk/radio2 for all the d

etails

WBD Ambassadors including Peter Andre are promotin

g

World Book Day and driving awareness of the campaign

Storytelling superstars with Julia Donaldson is a

competition to nd the countrys best storyteller

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March 1 is World Book Day, where the written word is celebrated. World Book Day is recognised in over 100 countries around the world. The idea behind World Book Day began more than 90 years ago in Catalonia, Spain, where roses and books were given as gifts to loved ones on St. Georges Day. The main aim of World Book Day is to encourage children to explore the pleasures of books and reading by providing them with the opportunity of owning a book of their own. On World Book Day, certain books are available for 1. Register for a World Book Day token and redeem it against your chosen book at a participating bookstore. Schools are encouraged to go to www.worldbookday.com to see what can be organised for the children. As World Book Day is a charity, it does not make money from the event, but instead supports Book Aid International and Readathon, two charities helping children less fortunate.

By offering chosen books for 1, World Book Day not only raises millions of pounds for charity, it also gets children, who might not ordinarily like reading, think about picking up a book.

On World Book Day, The Biggest Book Show on Earth will showcase what its all about. The show at the South Bank in London will begin at 9.30am on March 1 with events for toddlers and children. The aim is to beam the show in to every class and library in the country that has the technology. Authors who will be helping out include Jacqueline Wilson, Julia Donaldson, Andy Stanton and Cressida Cowell. Find out if youll be able to watch the show from your school by asking your teacher.

A quick note for mums and dads: World Book Night is April 23 so you dont feel left out!

Book tokens can be redeemed from participating bookstores. Visit www.worldbookday.com for full information.

DAYWORLD

DAYDAYDAYDAYDAYDAYDAYWORLDWORLDWORLDWORLDWORLDWORLDBOOK

Reading a book is one of the most fulfilling things that you can do with your day. Finding your favourite book is something that a lot of people dont do until late on in their life. Have you found your favourite book yet?

Other WBD events

The Biggest Book Show on Earth is a huge event at th

e

South Bank in London involving around 1000 children, an

d 15

authors and illustrators will be broadcast to schools, nurs

eries,

bookshops and libraries around the country

Blue Peter are dedicating a whole programme to World B

ook

Day with fantastic features and the announcement of the B

lue

Peter Book Award winner

500 words with Chris Evans on BBC Radio 2 is a short s

tory

competition. Check out www.bbc.co.uk/radio2 for all the d

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Wolverhampton Grand Theatre

Box Of ce: 01902 429212Lich eld Street, Wolverhampton

www.grandtheatre.co.uk

February 7-18

Sister Act The Sister Act lm with Whoopi Goldberg is loved by all generations. Whoopi has teamed up with Stage Entertainment to bring Sister Act to the stage. When disco diva Deloris Van Cartier witnesses a crime, she is put into witness protection by the police, in the one place where she cannot be found a convent. Disguised as a nun, she begins to transform the convent choir, helping the nuns to nd their true voices. Tickets are from 23.50 to 42.50 for evening performances and 18.50 to 34.50 for Wednesday and Thursday matinees.

March 13-17

Half a Sixpence Based on the H.G. Wells novel, Half a Sixpence follows the story of childhood friends Arthur and Ann. The friends are separated as children; Arthur cuts a sixpence in half and tells Ann to look at her half whenever she misses him. They meet up years later and their friendship returns. Tickets are from 5 to 17.

Warwick Arts Centre

Box Of ce: 024 7652 4524 Gibbet Hill Road, Coventry

www.warwickartscentre.co.uk

February 14-15

Charlie and Lolas Best Bestest Play Charlie and Lola are everyones favourite brother and sister. Will Charlie ever get Lola to sleep, even though she is not sleepy and will not go to bed? Its not going to be easy for Charlie. The tigers want their bedtime milk, the dancing dogs have borrowed Lolas pajamas and Lola thinks there is an ogre hiding in the wardrobe. Will Lola ever go to bed? This is a lovely show to take the children to see, and will be loved by all the family. Tickets are 11.75 for adults, 9.75 for children.

Birmingham Hippodrome

Box Of ce: 0844 338 5000Hurst Street, Birmingham

www.birminghamhippodrome.com

February 14-18

Stomp Complete with dustbins and brooms, the British rhythmic group Stomp has become a global sensation and its returning to Birmingham Hippodrome for all to see. With brand new routines,

new dance moves and new music, Stomp is now faster and funnier than ever. Tickets are from 15 to 30.

Belgrade Theatre

Box Of ce: 024 7684 6738 Belgrade Square, Coventry

www.belgrade.co.uk

February 14-18

Swallows and Amazons All aboard The Swallow! Follow Captain John and his crew as they set sail to Wildcat Island on an exciting adventure where they encounter savages, capture dastardly pirates and defeat mortal enemies. This action-packed musical adventure will be loved by the whole family. Tickets are from 12 to 16.50, with concessions from 7 to 11.50.

March 6-10

Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Everyone knows the songs from Joseph Any Dream Will Do, Close Every Door To Me, Go Go Go Joseph, so sing along! Book your tickets to see the show at Belgrade Theatre in Coventry and watch the captivated look ll your childrens faces. Tickets are 16 to 28, with concessions 11 to 23.

Solihull Arts Centre

Box Of ce: 0121 704 6962Homer Road, Solihullwww.solihull.gov.uk

February 17

There was an old lady who swallowed a fly I dont know why she swallowed a y do you? Lets nd out why the old lady swallowed a y with the Peoples Theatre Company as they tell the story. Come along to see the charming tale unfold with games, colourful animal characters and some proper family fun. Perfect for ages 4 to 104! The show starts at 2pm. Tickets are 6.

Symphony Hall

Box Of ce: 0121 345 0600Broad Street, Birmingham

www.thsh.co.uk

March 3

Musical Picnic Tuck into a morning of musical entertainment for all the family. Watch, listen and join in with fun performances and activities. This is a free event, just bring your picnic. Located in the Symphony Hall Caf Bar.

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Birmingham REP

Box Of ce: 0121 236 4455St. Georges Court, Albion Street

www.birmingham-rep.co.uk

March 3

Great Grans Great Games Ollie cant see the point of his Great Gran; she cant run, she cant jump, she cant skate, and she can hardly stand. Now, she has fallen and hurt her hip so she has to stay with them. Ollie has to give up his room. However, there is one thing that she can do that he cant she can swim. This is a lovely show that the little ones will love. Tickets are 7.50 for adults, 4.50 for children and 1.50 for babes in arms.

NEC Birmingham

Box Of ce: 0844 338 8000NEC, Birminghamwww.thenec.co.uk

March 8-11

Crufts 2012 Do you love dogs? Did Santa bring you a puppy for Christmas? Do you want to learn more about caring for mans best friend? Crufts is the place for you. With over 20,000 healthy, happy dogs enjoying the thrills and excitement of Best in Show with their owners, theres no better place than Crufts to experience and learn about the wonderful world of dogs. Over 400 stands are ready

with special show offers and exciting products for you and your pooch. The show is open from 8.15am to 7.30pm over the four days. Entrance tickets from 10, Best in Show tickets from 17.50.

March 15-17

The Big Bang: UK Scientists and Engineers Fair 2012 The Big Bang is the UKs biggest celebration of science and engineering for young people, aiming to inspire them through engaging and interactive activities, workshops and shows. Over 29,000 people attended the show last year; dont miss out in 2012. The fair also hosts the nals of the National Science and Engineering competition, which sees the two individual winners in the senior category given the

titles of UK Young Scientist of the Year and UK Young Engineer of the Year. This is a great show to take young aspiring scientists to, and its completely free.

NIA Birmingham

Box Of ce: 0844 338 8000King Edwards Road, Birmingham

www.thenia.co.uk

March 14-18

Disney On Ice: Princesses & Heroes Are you a Disney fan? Disney On Ice is returning to Birmingham for a wonder of heroes, princesses and magic. Join Ariel as she yearns to explore the world above the sea while Prince Eric breaks Ursulas slithering spell to reclaim his one true love. See Prince Philip, Sleeping Beauty, Cinderella, Belle, Snow White, Rapunzel and Tiana as they skate their way into your hearts. Tickets are from 14.

It may be Winter outside but at Coventry

Transport Museum the sun will be shining all

year long, so pull up a deckchair, grab your

sunglasses and come in out of the cold Surfs Up!

20 October 2011 - 18 March 2012

British surfers, 1950s to presentAn exhibition of vehicles used by

Tel: 024 7623 4270 or visit: www.transport-museum.com

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Registered charity number 205846.

Visit Baddesley Clinton and Packwood House Saturday 11 - Sunday 19 February This half term, visit the National Trust in Warwickshire for February family fun days out. Explore the grounds with trails and take home activities.

Call 01564 783294 or 01564 782024 for opening times www.nationaltrust.org.uk

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Warwick Castle is putting the Grrreat into Great Britain this half term. Learn about great British battle and survival techniques from history, including mighty machines, deadly weapons, powerful armoury and siege strategy. Open daily from 10am to 5pm. Check online at www.warwick-castle.com for full price information.

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in the house. Come see how many

you can nd. Open from 12-3.30pm.

Usual admission applies, adults 8.63,

children 4.31, family 21.59. Visit

www.nationaltrust.org.uk for further

information.

February 11-19

Family fun trailCalling all junior investigators! Can

you help crack the clues and solve

the mystery at Kenilworth Castle? You

could win a prize. Open from 10am

to 4pm. Usual admission applies,

adults 8, children 4.80, concessions

7.20, family 20.80. Visit www.

english-heritage.org.uk for full event

information.

February 11-19

Croome Scene Investigators Put on your thinking cap and see if you can discover Croome Parks stolen treasure. Choose your path of discovery on the special CSI family trail. Open from 10am to 4.30pm. Usual admission applies, adults 5.90, children 2.95, family 14.50, plus additional 1.50 per trail with prize. Visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk for full information.

February 13-17

Tropical IncVisit the Planetarium in ThinkTank Birmingham during half term for a look at some feathery, hairy, slithery, scary and furry friends. www.thinktank.ac. Usual admission applies, adults 12.25, children and concessions 8.40, family 39.

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See where chocolate is made at the magical factory of Cadburys. With fourteen zones to explore, lots of chocolately treats to try as well as some interesting facts and gures to learn about chocolate, Cadbury World is a fantastic day out for all the family. During half term, special family entertainment will be put on to make your day out even more amazing. Normal admission applies, adults 14.75, children 10.75, seniors and students 11.10, under 4 free. To book, visit www.cadburyworld.co.uk or call 0844 880 7667.

February 11-19

Record Breaking Fun Theres a themed family quiz all half term week with a Record Breakers craft day on Thursday February 16, all at Heritage Motor Centre in Gaydon, Warwickshire. Join in, work together and create exciting crafts. You might even set some records of your own. Open from 11am to 3pm (museum open from 10am to 5pm). Crafts and activities are free. Normal museum admission prices apply. Adults 11, children 8, concessions 9, under 5 free.

February 11-19

The Games and MeTo celebrate the 2012 Olympic Games in London, visitors to Enginuity at Ironbridge will be able to test their speed and reaction times using state-of-the-art equipment. The equipment, as used by professional sports stars, allows you to see amazing shows and look at the science behind sport. Activities will vary from day-to-day and some have additional costs. As part of The Games and Me project, this is a great way to get out and get active. Museum entrance fee 7.85 for adults, 6.75 for seniors, 6.75 for children, under 5 free. www.ironbridge.org.uk. Call 01952 433424 for more information.

February 11-19

Family fun days At Baddesley Clinton, family fun is a plenty this half term. Get outside and explore the grounds with the activity trail plus crafts to take home. Open from 11am to 3.30pm. 2 per trail, plus usual admission, adults 8.80, children 4.45, family 22.25. Visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk for more information.

February 11-19

Family fun trail Can you help solve the clues to reveal the answer to the mystery? Pop down to Wenlock Priory to see. You could win a prize! Open from 10am to 4pm. Visit www.english-heritage.org.uk for full event information. Usual admission applies, adults 4, children 2.40, concessions 3.60.

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It may be Winter outside but at Coventry

Transport Museum the sun will be shining all

year long, so pull up a deckchair, grab your

sunglasses and come in out of the cold Surfs Up!

20 October 2011 - 18 March 2012

British surfers, 1950s to presentAn exhibition of vehicles used by

Tel: 024 7623 4270 or visit: www.transport-museum.com

SCAN ME

Loads of activities for families during school holidays and weekends visit www.transport-museum.com for full programme.PLUS...

VW photo by Mark Fagelson

Registered charity number 205846.

Visit Baddesley Clinton and Packwood House Saturday 11 - Sunday 19 February This half term, visit the National Trust in Warwickshire for February family fun days out. Explore the grounds with trails and take home activities.

Call 01564 783294 or 01564 782024 for opening times www.nationaltrust.org.uk

Dont want to go back to work but still need a full time income?

We offer: flexible hours to suit home life the chance to have fun while working

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If you are honest, ethical and self-motivated then find out more

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. School of Rock.Lessons for 7-18 Yrs.2 Hour sessions.Rock School Grades.Play as a Band.CRB cleared Staff.Music the Fun way.Concert and Boot camp

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Warwick Castle is putting the Grrreat into Great Britain this half term. Learn about great British battle and survival techniques from history, including mighty machines, deadly weapons, powerful armoury and siege strategy. Open daily from 10am to 5pm. Check online at www.warwick-castle.com for full price information.

GrrreatGrrreatBritain

GrrreatFebruary 11-19

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February 11-19

Cuddly CrittersDuring half term, Charlecote Park wil

l

have a number of cuddly critters hiding

in the house. Come see how many

you can nd. Open from 12-3.30pm.

Usual admission applies, adults 8.63,

children 4.31, family 21.59. Visit

www.nationaltrust.org.uk for further

information.

February 11-19

Family fun trailCalling all junior investigators! Can

you help crack the clues and solve

the mystery at Kenilworth Castle? You

could win a prize. Open from 10am

to 4pm. Usual admission applies,

adults 8, children 4.80, concessions

7.20, family 20.80. Visit www.

english-heritage.org.uk for full event

information.

February 11-19

Croome Scene Investigators Put on your thinking cap and see if you can discover Croome Parks stolen treasure. Choose your path of discovery on the special CSI family trail. Open from 10am to 4.30pm. Usual admission applies, adults 5.90, children 2.95, family 14.50, plus additional 1.50 per trail with prize. Visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk for full information.

February 13-17

Tropical IncVisit the Planetarium in ThinkTank Birmingham during half term for a look at some feathery, hairy, slithery, scary and furry friends. www.thinktank.ac. Usual admission applies, adults 12.25, children and concessions 8.40, family 39.

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See where chocolate is made at the magical factory of Cadburys. With fourteen zones to explore, lots of chocolately treats to try as well as some interesting facts and gures to learn about chocolate, Cadbury World is a fantastic day out for all the family. During half term, special family entertainment will be put on to make your day out even more amazing. Normal admission applies, adults 14.75, children 10.75, seniors and students 11.10, under 4 free. To book, visit www.cadburyworld.co.uk or call 0844 880 7667.

February 11-19

Record Breaking Fun Theres a themed family quiz all half term week with a Record Breakers craft day on Thursday February 16, all at Heritage Motor Centre in Gaydon, Warwickshire. Join in, work together and create exciting crafts. You might even set some records of your own. Open from 11am to 3pm (museum open from 10am to 5pm). Crafts and activities are free. Normal museum admission prices apply. Adults 11, children 8, concessions 9, under 5 free.

February 11-19

The Games and MeTo celebrate the 2012 Olympic Games in London, visitors to Enginuity at Ironbridge will be able to test their speed and reaction times using state-of-the-art equipment. The equipment, as used by professional sports stars, allows you to see amazing shows and look at the science behind sport. Activities will vary from day-to-day and some have additional costs. As part of The Games and Me project, this is a great way to get out and get active. Museum entrance fee 7.85 for adults, 6.75 for seniors, 6.75 for children, under 5 free. www.ironbridge.org.uk. Call 01952 433424 for more information.

February 11-19

Family fun days At Baddesley Clinton, family fun is a plenty this half term. Get outside and explore the grounds with the activity trail plus crafts to take home. Open from 11am to 3.30pm. 2 per trail, plus usual admission, adults 8.80, children 4.45, family 22.25. Visit www.nationaltrust.org.uk for more information.

February 11-19

Family fun trail Can you help solve the clues to reveal the answer to the mystery? Pop down to Wenlock Priory to see. You could win a prize! Open from 10am to 4pm. Visit www.english-heritage.org.uk for full event information. Usual admission applies, adults 4, children 2.40, concessions 3.60.

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11 February Free eventBird-Box MakingBilston Craft Gallery

13 February Free eventPaper Valentine

Wolverhampton Art Gallery

14 February Free eventOnce upon a time

Bantock House

15 February - 2 per childHand-stitched door sign

Bilston Craft Gallery

16 February - 2 per childLeaping Lizards, Jumping Frogs

Bantock House

15 & 17 February 3 per childCast a Medal

Wolverhampton Art Gallery

15 & 18 February - 2 per childCraftplay Stay and Play

Bilston Craft Gallery

Family Fun Wolverhampton

With something for families to do every day during

half term

Wolverhamptons museums andgalleries are free to visit - all you

have to do is drop in, theres always something to do!

For times and booking information visit

www.wolverhamptonart.org.ukor call 01902 552055.

February 13-17

Half term with

Warwickshire

Wildlife Trust Theres a whole host of

activities and fun goings

on during half term with

Warwickshire Wildlife Trust.

On Monday its Winter Den

building at Brandon Marsh. On

Tuesday, you can make a kite

at Brueton Park. Be Wild about

Rabbits on Wednesday at

Brandon Marsh. On Thursday

theres a Teddy Bears Picnic

for tots at Brandon Marsh. See

some Winter Birds at Brueton

Park on Friday. All events

run from 10.30am to 12pm.

Admission free. Separate

charge of 2 for kite making

at Brueton Park. Visit www.

warwickshire-wildlife-trust.org.

uk for full event information.

February 14,16

Family fun at

Merry Hill Keep the little ones busy

this half term with a trip

to West eld Merry Hill.

Tuesday February 14 has

an Everythings Rosie meet

and greet with Rosie and

Raggles. Thursday February

16 is a must for all Ben 10

fans with a meet and greet

with Humungasaur. Visit www.

west eld.com/merryhill for full

details and times.

February 14-16

Adventure in Neverland Become a fairy of Pixie Hollow

or one of Peter Pans lost boys

as Neverland is brought to

life around you at Avoncroft

Museum. Enjoy this craft

extravaganza as you create

maps, headdresses, wands

and crowns. Open weekends from 10.30am

to 4pm. Usual admission

applies, adults 7.70, children

4, concessions 6.60, under

5 free, family 19.80.

February 18-21

Celebrate Pancake Day See how the residents of

Blists Hill Victorian Town at

Ironbridge celebrate Pancake

Day. Museum entrance fee

14.95 for adults, 11.95 for

seniors, 9.95 for children,

under 5 free. www.ironbridge.

org.uk. Call 01952 433424 for

full information.

March 24 - April 18

And therby hangs a tale Learn all about Shakespeares

marriage to Anne Hathaway

through this exhibition by the

Church Conservation Trust at

Coughton Court, with special

highlighted crafts from the

Coughton collection. Open

from 11am to 5pm. Usual

admission prices apply, adults

8.80, children 4.45, family

22.25 for house and garden

admission.

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This weekend, its Pirate Weekend at Alton Towers. With loads of pirate activities throughout the weekend, including entertainment from Pirate Bill, entrance to the Waterpark and a visit to Sharkbait Reef, Alton Towers is the place to be for all budding Jack Sparrows. Make sure you pack your best pirate out t, as Saturday sees a Pirate Fancy Dress competition! Prices are 110 for Friday only, 175 for Saturday only, 225 for Friday and Saturday, all prices are based on four sharing a family room. Visit www.altontowers.com or call 0871 222 9984 for more information and booking.

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11 February Free eventBird-Box MakingBilston Craft Gallery

13 February Free eventPaper Valentine

Wolverhampton Art Gallery

14 February Free eventOnce upon a time

Bantock House

15 February - 2 per childHand-stitched door sign

Bilston Craft Gallery

16 February - 2 per childLeaping Lizards, Jumping Frogs

Bantock House

15 & 17 February 3 per childCast a Medal

Wolverhampton Art Gallery

15 & 18 February - 2 per childCraftplay Stay and Play

Bilston Craft Gallery

Family Fun Wolverhampton

With something for families to do every day during

half term

Wolverhamptons museums andgalleries are free to visit - all you

have to do is drop in, theres always something to do!

For times and booking information visit

www.wolverhamptonart.org.ukor call 01902 552055.

February 13-17

Half term with

Warwickshire

Wildlife Trust Theres a whole host of

activities and fun goings

on during half term with

Warwickshire Wildlife Trust.

On Monday its Winter Den

building at Brandon Marsh. On

Tuesday, you can make a kite

at Brueton Park. Be Wild about

Rabbits on Wednesday at

Brandon Marsh. On Thursday

theres a Teddy Bears Picnic

for tots at Brandon Marsh. See

some Winter Birds at Brueton

Park on Friday. All events

run from 10.30am to 12pm.

Admission free. Separate

charge of 2 for kite making

at Brueton Park. Visit www.

warwickshire-wildlife-trust.org.

uk for full event information.

February 14,16

Family fun at

Merry Hill Keep the little ones busy

this half term with a trip

to West eld Merry Hill.

Tuesday February 14 has

an Everythings Rosie meet

and greet with Rosie and

Raggles. Thursday February

16 is a must for all Ben 10

fans with a meet and greet

with Humungasaur. Visit www.

west eld.com/merryhill for full

details and times.

February 14-16

Adventure in Neverland Become a fairy of Pixie Hollow

or one of Peter Pans lost boys

as Neverland is brought to

life around you at Avoncroft

Museum. Enjoy this craft

extravaganza as you create

maps, headdresses, wands

and crowns. Open weekends from 10.30am

to 4pm. Usual admission

applies, adults 7.70, children

4, concessions 6.60, under

5 free, family 19.80.

February 18-21

Celebrate Pancake Day See how the residents of

Blists Hill Victorian Town at

Ironbridge celebrate Pancake

Day. Museum entrance fee

14.95 for adults, 11.95 for

seniors, 9.95 for children,

under 5 free. www.ironbridge.

org.uk. Call 01952 433424 for

full information.

March 24 - April 18

And therby hangs a tale Learn all about Shakespeares

marriage to Anne Hathaway

through this exhibition by the

Church Conservation Trust at

Coughton Court, with special

highlighted crafts from the

Coughton collection. Open

from 11am to 5pm. Usual

admission prices apply, adults

8.80, children 4.45, family

22.25 for house and garden

admission.

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This weekend, its Pirate Weekend at Alton Towers. With loads of pirate activities throughout the weekend, including entertainment from Pirate Bill, entrance to the Waterpark and a visit to Sharkbait Reef, Alton Towers is the place to be for all budding Jack Sparrows. Make sure you pack your best pirate out t, as Saturday sees a Pirate Fancy Dress competition! Prices are 110 for Friday only, 175 for Saturday only, 225 for Friday and Saturday, all prices are based on four sharing a family room. Visit www.altontowers.com or call 0871 222 9984 for more information and booking.

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Visit Baddesley Clinton, Packwood House, Croome, Charlecote Park and Hanbury Hall

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Shugborough Historic Estate Shugborough is the UKs only complete working historic estate. You can explore the private apartments of the Earls of Lich eld, see the animals in the park farm, stroll around the walled gardens and even see how the servants lived. Where: Millford, near Stafford. www.shugborough.org.uk. Open: Daily from 11am to 5pm. Admission: Adults 15, children 9, concessions 10.50, under 5 free.

Wolf Mountain Wolf Mountain indoor climbing centre is great for kids of all ages. With fantastic facilities including top rope, abseiling, archery, lead climbing wall, indoor caving system, bouldering and a designated climbing area for parties. Where: Wolverhampton. www.wolfmountain.co.uk. Open: Monday to Thursday 10am to 10pm, Friday 10am to 9pm, Saturday and Sunday 10am to 6pm. Admission: Peak: adults 6.50, children 6. Off-peak: adults 5.50, children 5. Registration and equipment hire is extra.

Midland Air Museum The Midland Air Museum is a fantastic day out for kids and parents alike. See some of the greatest aircraft ever made. Where: Coventry. www.midlandairmuseum.co.uk. Open: Daily from 10.30am to 4.30pm. Admission: Adults 5.50, children 2.75, conessions 4.95, under 5 free.

Learn to ski in a day Ackers Adventure is offering you the chance to learn to ski in just one day. Where: Sparkbrook, Birmingham. www.ackers-adventure.co.uk. Open: Day starts at 10.30am. Admission: Adults 85, children 70. Pre-booking is essential, call 0121 772. Please note that learn to ski in a day is not a guarantee. The speed that you learn to ski depends on ability.

Interactive Rockpool Feel like getting a bit wet? If youve ever wondered who and what lives in the rockpools around out coast, the Sea Life Centre in Birmingham has the answer. Get up close to the wonderful creatures that live on our shores. Where: BrindleyPlace, Birmingham. www.visitsealife.com/birmingham. Open: Weekdays from 10am to 5pm, weekends from 10am to 6pm. Admission: Adults 18, children 14.40, family 56.40, under 3 free. Buy online to save.

Dudley Zoo Fancy being a little zookeeper for a day, learning about birds of prey, or even adopting your very own tiger? Yes? Then Dudley Zoo is the place to be. Where: Dudley. www.dudleyzoo.org.uk. Open: Daily from 10am, last admission 3pm. Admission: Adults 11.30, children 8.90, concessions 9.90, under 3 free.

Laser Quest An exciting game of wit, cunning and strategy and quiet feet. Whether youre six or 60, you will love playing Laser Quest. Where: Stourbridge. www.lasergames.co.uk. Open: Check website for full opening times. Admission: Weekdays 4 per person, weekends 4.50 per person.

The Falconry Centre Pop down to The Falconry Centre in Hagley for your chance to see a great selection of birds of prey including falcons, hawks, owls, vultures and eagles. Where: Hagley, near Stourbridge. www.thefalconrycentre.co.uk. Open: Monday to Saturday from 10am to 5pm, Sunday 11am to 5pm. Admission: Adults 3.80, children 3, family 11.50.

Adventure LandAdventure Land has a 21st Century play frame and climbing wall where the kids can play safely. The frame has been made strong enough to take adults, so you can play too! Where: Aldridge. www.adventure-land.co.uk. Open: Daily from 10am to 6pm. Admission: Off-peak (Monday to Friday, term time): 1-3 years 3.50, 4-12 years 4, under 12 months (not walking) free, parents or adults free. Peak (school holidays and weekends): 1-3 years 4.50,

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West Midland Safari Park Help feed the sea lions and hippos, learn about the world behind reptiles, and have a close encounter with an exotic animal. You can do all of this and more at West Midland Safari Park. Where: Bewdley. www.wmsp.co.uk. Open: Daily from 10am to 5pm. Admission: Adults 10.99, children 8.99, seniors 9.99, under 3 free.

Black Country Living Museum A visit to the Black Country Museum is a must for all Black Country folk. Known as the friendliest open-air museum in Britain, the Black Country Museum has historic buildings, exhibitions, canal rides, tributes to traditional skills and one of the best sh and chip shops in the county. Where: Dudley. www.bclm.co.uk. Open: Daily from 10am to 4pm until end of February, 10am to 5pm from March 1. Admission: Adults 14.95, children 7.95, seniors 11.95, under 5 free.

Crash! Bang! Wallop! The biggest, most thrilling indoor fun centre in the Midlands allows children to do all the things they love. Crash! Bang! Wallop! is an indoor wonderland with a giant play area, ring cannons, wavy slide, log ramps and ball pits. Where: Brownhills. www.crashbangwallop.biz. Open: Weekdays from 9.30am to 6.20pm, weekends from 9.30am to 7.20pm. Admission: Play Time 4.50, Toddler Time 3.50, babies under 1 free when accompanied by a paying sibling.

Birmingham Nature CentreThe Birmingham Nature Centre is home to a wide range of animals and reptiles from all over the world as well as some endangered species. Where: Pershore Road, Birmingham. www.birmingham.gov.uk/naturecentre. Open: Daily from 10am to 5pm. Admission: Adults 4, concessions 3, children 1.50, under 5 free.

Adventure Island Mini Golf Located at Star City in Birmingham, Adventure Island Mini Golf has two brilliantly themed 18-hole golf courses for you to enjoy. The courses are over three levels and wind past palm trees, volcanoes, caves, waterfalls and villages providing fantastic fun for all. Where: Star City, Birmingham. www.adventureminigolf.co.uk. Open: Sunday to Thursday 10.30am to 11pm, Friday to Saturday 10.30am to midnight. Admission: 18 holes: adults 6.45, children 5.45, family 19.95. 36 holes: adults 10.95, children 8.95, family 29.95.

Solihull Ice Rink Blue Ice Solihull Rink offers family fun during weekends and school holidays. There is also a free disco every Saturday and Sunday afternoon so you can skate away to all your favourite songs. Where: Solihull. www.solihullicerink.co.uk. Open: Daily from 11am to 4pm. Admission: Adults 8.90, children 8.70, family 27. Prices for school holidays, includes skate hire.

Coombe Country ParkFor a great family day out, a visit to Coombe Country Park is great. It has 500 acres of gardens, woodlands and walks for you to explore. Where: Coventry. www.coventry.gov.uk. Open: Daily from 7.30am to 5pm in February, 7.30am to 6pm in March. Admission: Free. Parking charges apply.

Full Throttle Raceway The most exciting indoor race circuit in the Midlands has a special junior kart track for the kids. Specially for the under 9s, the junior track is great for kids parties with a one hour exclusive session for up to 12 children with a meal for the birthday boy or girl, for just 130. Where: Mill Race Lane, Stourbridge. www.fullthrottleraceway.co.uk. Open: Check website or call 01384 377707. Admission: Arrive and drive on junior track: 4 per ve-minute session, 10 for three sessions. Check the website for other prices.

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Warwick Arts Centre @warwickarts box office: 024 7652 4524 / www.warwickartscentre.co.uk50p per ticket booking fee applies Warwick Arts Centre, The University of Warwick, Coventry, CV4 7AL

Charlie and Lola and Lauren Child 2005.

Watershed Productions present the BBC Worldwide and Polka Theatre production

Charlie and Lolas Best Bestest Playbased on the characters created by Lauren Child, adapted by Jonathon Lloyd

Tue 14 Feb 11am, 1.30pm & 4pm, Wed 15 Feb 11am & 1.30pm Theatre 11.75 (9.75)

I have this little sister Lola She is small and very funny

Dont miss everyones favourite brother and sister, Charlie and Lola, brought to life by a magical mix of puppets, live action and music in their extremely everso wonderful stage show!

If youve got kids, go and see Charlie and Lolas Best Bestest Play. If you havent, borrow some and go anyway its a genuine delightSunday Express

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Warwick Arts Centre @warwickarts box office: 024 7652 4524 / www.warwickartscentre.co.uk50p per ticket booking fee applies Warwick Arts Centre, The University of Warwick, Coventry, CV4 7AL

Charlie and Lola and Lauren Child 2005.

Watershed Productions present the BBC Worldwide and Polka Theatre production

Charlie and Lolas Best Bestest Playbased on the characters created by Lauren Child, adapted by Jonathon Lloyd

Tue 14 Feb 11am, 1.30pm & 4pm, Wed 15 Feb 11am & 1.30pm Theatre 11.75 (9.75)

I have this little sister Lola She is small and very funny

Dont miss everyones favourite brother and sister, Charlie and Lola, brought to life by a magical mix of puppets, live action and music in their extremely everso wonderful stage show!

If youve got kids, go and see Charlie and Lolas Best Bestest Play. If you havent, borrow some and go anyway its a genuine delightSunday Express

For more information contact

Centre for the Child on 0121 303 2421 or

www.birmingham.gov.uk/gigglefest

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Everyone loves pancakes. At Primary Times, we dont need a special day for an excuse to make a batch, but once a year the whole country makes pancakes on the same day, Shrove Tuesday. This year, that day is February 21.

Do you know why we make pancakes on Shrove Tuesday? Shrove Tuesday (Pancake Day) is the day before Ash Wednesday, the rst day of Lent. During Lent, people give up things, often food.

Traditionally, Shrove Tuesday sees people using up rich foods like eggs, sugar and milk before the 40-day fasting season begins. We have an easy pancake recipe for you to make, along with a selection of tasty toppings and llings that we love!

MethodSift the our and salt into a large mixing bowl. Make a well in the centre of the our and break the egg(s) into it along with half of the milk. Then begin whisking the eggs and milk into the our, mixing in any bits of our from around the edge of the bowl. When this is done, pour in the rest of the milk and mix it all in until you get a smooth batter.

Now, with an adults help, grease the pan with a little drizzle of oil. Get the pan really hot, but be careful. Pour in enough batter to just cover the bottom of the pan, tilting the pan to ensure the batter is even. The bottom of the pancake should be cooked and golden brown in just under one minute. When it is, ip the pancake over using a spatula - or ask mum or dad to toss it in the air! Cook the other side until golden brown. Enjoy!

Ingredients - makes 8 pancakes - 110g (4oz) plain our, sifted1 large egg/2 small eggs 275ml ( pint) milk Pinch of salt

Filling No. 1 - Tangy treat The simplest of pancake toppings is sugar and lemon. Sprinkle each pancake with freshly squeezed lemon juice and caster sugar. Either fold in half or roll up into a sausage shape. Sprinkle with a little more sugar and lemon juice. If youre not a fan of lemon juice, orange works just as well.

Filling No. 2 - Chocolate surprise Spread a thin layer of chocolate spread - we love Nutella - all over the pancake. Simply roll up into a sausage. Mmm tasty.

Filling No. 3 - Bananarama Slice up a banana into small discs. Lay them out evenly across the pancake. Sprinkle a little bit of sugar on top of the bananas, then just roll up.

Filling No. 4 - Cool down Scoop out some vanilla ice cream and place in a bowl. Mix in some raisins and other dried fruit. Sprinkle some of the dried fruit on the pancake and fold in half, then half again so that you

make a triangle shape. Scoop out your ice cream and fruit mix onto the top of the pancake. You will need to eat this one with a fork and spoon, but it is scrummy.

Filling No. 5 Pure indulgence

Chop up some strawberries into discs and spread out onto the

pancake. Get mum or dad to help you grate some chocolate on top of

the strawberries. Roll up and enjoy.

Our pick of the latest must-ha

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Our pick of the latest must-ha

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Our pick of the latest must-ha

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The Peppers and

the International

Magic Guys (9+)

Sian Pattenden, Harper Collins, 5.99

Kristina Stephenson, Egmont, 7.99

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Sir Charlie Stinky Socks and the Really Dreadful Spell (6+)

Casper and his friends have a special

secret they are superheroes. Having

superpowers can come in very handy,

especially when a dog is let loose or when

the vacuum cleaner eats your hamster. Find

out all about the adventures Casper and his

friends get up to by reading this fabulously

funny, laugh-out-loud book.

Sir Charlie Stinky Socks and the Really Dreadful Spell (6+)

Cartoon Kid Strikes Back! (7+)

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Jeremy Strong, Puffin Books, 5.99

Read along with the audio CD with narration from actor Michael Maloney and read all about Sir Charlie Stinky Socks. Theres a very angry wizard who has turned everyone to stone hes angry because he wasnt invited to the party. The only person who can help is Sir Charlie Stinky Socks, but he is far, far away. Will Sir Charlie get back in time to save everyone? Read on and nd out! This is a charming book with colourful illustrations and captivating words. A delight to read aloud.

Mr Gum (remember him?) is back in a whole new adventure for you to enjoy. Step into Lamonic Bibber, if you dare. In the dead of night, when all the stars are sleeping and the moon is taking time off from shining in the sky, something dark and sinister is stalking the streets of Lamonic Bibber. But who or what is it? Roll up your sleeves and get ready for some detective work.

Mr Gum in The Hound of Lamonic Bibber Bumper Book! (7+)

Mr Gum (remember him?) is

Andy Stanton, Egmont, 9.99

The Peppers twins, Esme and Monty are spending their holiday with their eccentric Uncle Potty. Potty is no ordinary uncle though hes a magician. When Potty hears news of his beloved magic club closing, the twins are determined to use every trick in the book (the magic book) to save it. Can they nd the book in time? This is a great read for all ages. Enjoyable, entertaining and a pleasure to read.

Reader Review! This months reader review comes from

Umayyah Rahman, age 8 from Birmingham My favourite book is called The Firework Makers Daughter. This book is about a girl going on a very

scary adventure to search for three sacred things. She meets strange creatures but some cannot

be trusted. She has to save her father by being killed but if she nds the sacred things and puts a

rework display on she and her father will survive.

be trusted. She has to save her father by being killed but if she nds the sacred things and puts a

rework display on she and her father will survive.

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Sequel to the 2008 lm Journey to the Centre

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This classic Star Wars lm has been re-relea

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enjoy. You know the story they live in a g

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far, far away. The evil Trade Federation is pla

nning

to take over the lovely, peaceful world of Na

boo.

Jedis Qui-Gon Jinn (Liam Neeson, voice of

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in The Chronicles of Narnia) and Obi-Wan K

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(Ewan McGregor, Robots and Valiant) are se

nt to

confront the leaders; they escape with their

new

Gungan friend, Jar Jar Binks. This is a great

3D

re-release. They are planning to re-release a

ll six

of the Star Wars lms watch this space!

Everyone loves the Muppets!

Join the gang in this latest

lm with Miss Piggy, Animal, G

onzo and of course, Kermit

the Frog. Brothers Walter and

Gary (Jason Segal, Gullivers

Travels) live together in Smallto

wn. They are fans of the

Muppets and they embark on

a trip to the Muppet Theatre,

but Garys girlfriend Mary (Am

y Adams, Enchanted) isnt too

happy about it. The Muppets

must reunite in order to save

their old studio from a greedy

oil tycoon, with the help of

Walter, Gary and Mary.

On the 70th anniversary of its rst release, Casablanca is being re-released to mark the occasion. Ask your grandparents about Casablanca. It is one of the greatest lms ever made, and now is your chance to see it. Set in World War II, Casablanca tells the story of Rick Blaine (Humphrey Bogart) and Ilsa Lund (Ingrid Bergman), Ricks true love. Get Grandma to take you to the cinema to see this timeless classic, and Grandma can enjoy it all over again.

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Casablanca (U) from February 10

Based on the legendary true story of the red dog that united a local community while roaming the Australian outback in search of his master. Truck driver Thomas (Luke Ford, The Mummy: Tomb of the Dragon Emperor) believes that he has witnessed a crime. The lm relates the story of Koko, the red dog, whose master is John Grant (Josh Lucas, Sweet Home Alabama). There are sad parts to this lm, but its a lovely, heartwarming Sunday afternoon movie nonetheless.

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Sequel to the 2008 lm Journey to the Centre

of the Earth, Journey 2: The Mysterious Isla

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promises to be the action lm of 2012. Starr

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) and

Vanessa Hudgens (High School Musical), this

lm sees the characters embarking on a bra

nd new

journey, a journey to a mysterious, uncharte

red island. If this sequel is any bit as good a

s Journey to

the Centre of the Earth, its certainly worth bo

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