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Summer of Family
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From petting zoos to natural history museums, here are the best options to keep kids busy over the summer
Jen Hogan: School is for all children, and sports day must be too – an occasion that can be enjoyed by all
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From encouraging them to use public transport to sending them on errands, here is what experts advise
‘How do we grow if we don’t take chances?’: Letting children take risks is terrifying but beneficial
Summer holidays are an ideal opportunity to let tweens and teens test themselves, experts say
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Dr Muiris Houston: There may be short-term ill-effects on health from election campaigns
Mary Jennings: I struggle to stick to my self-imposed writing and running deadlines
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