Why not give your loved ones a new skill for Christmas? A SPACE OF MY OWN offers a range of activities for creative people of all ages who'd love to have a craft room at home but don't have the space or don't want the mess. Vouchers are available for specific workshops, or in �5 or �20 units which can also be used in the shop.

Special offer on pre-school drop-in sessions for What's On 4 readers: 10 classes for �55 (normally �60).  Click here, email or call Marianne on 01252 844210 for more information.

Why not buy a Build a Buddy kit for your child.  A great interactive and creative gift which can create a lasting memory. We have a large range of buddies including snowmen, reindeers, bears, giraffes, penguins, frogs, dogs, cats, and many more.  The kit includes a full set of instructions of how to create your buddy, stuffing, wishing star, birth certificate and carry box.
 
Birthday parties are also available as well as a many outfits, voice boxes and accessories.  For further information and to place an order visit www.buildabuddy.co.uk or LIKE us on Facebook www.facebook.com/BuildABuddy.

 

Why not book a week at Barracudas, UK's No.1 activity day camps, for a loved one this Christmas? We offer action packed programmes during Easter and Summer holidays. With 80+ exciting activities and Ofsted registration we've got your childcare covered. Peace of mind and maximum FUN for kids!

Give the gift with a good beginning that never ends!

Help your child develop musically and they will also gain intellectual, language, social, emotional and developmental skills. Be alongside your child to share this with them, both in the class, and at home using the fantastic Digital Home Materials that are provided as part of the involvement in Kindermusik. Suitable from birth to 7 years. 

Gift vouchers start from just �22 for a four week unit.  For more information and to purchase vouchers please visit  www.kindermusikwithamy.co.uk.

Develop your child's study skills with Kumon

At your local Sheffield, Crookes Study Centre, Kumon offers individualised maths and English study programmes which are tailored to all ages and abilities.

Aryan, who has been a Kumon student at the centre for two years, said: "The unique quality that Kumon has can really make an impact in your education, no matter what your age."

Rita Rughani, who has been the Instructor at the centre for seven years said: "It is so rewarding to see the children developing and improving not just in their maths and English but also in their confidence and ability."

For more information, contact Rita on 0114 235 1780 or email [email protected]

Dancetastic Tots are fun dance classes, which aim to develop the child's gross motor skills, co-ordination and physical fitness as well as improving listening and communication skills in a fun and creative environment.  

The Children will learn basic dance steps and the actions that accompany traditional nursery rhymes and popular children's songs. They will also be encouraged to move creatively using different themes and props such as ribbons, scarves and poms poms to aid as inspiration and to help guide their movements.

Classes available from 2 months to pre-school, various venues in Whitley Bay, Killingworth, Longbenton and Seaton Sluice.  Gift vouchers start from just �12. For more information please contact Laura on 07951558938 or [email protected] or visit www.dancetastictots.com