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THE PLAYGROUND
Twinkle, twinkle little star. How I wonder what you are
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Pocket money what is the going rate?
I am considering starting to give our children (seven and ve) some pocket money each week, in the hope they can get used to handling money and saving up for things. I am thinking of a couple of pounds each per week (with a few conditions, like bed-making and tidying of clothes), but I have no idea whether this is too much/ too little and would be interested to know what others pay their children of similar ages and what conditions, if any, are set. Fri Jan 03, 2014 11:32 am Our two are 10 and eight, and they get 2 per week each. This is not dependent on them making their beds and helping around the house, as I want to get them used to the idea that you do those things anyway not just for money. Bits of it do get taken away, however (50p a time for thumb-sucking or being nasty to a sibling after a warning). It seems to work quite well and they do save up for things now, after an initial period of splurging on sweets! Actually, we tend to buy them one packet of sweets each at the weekend, which encourages them to save their money for something else. Mon Jan 06, 2014 2:16 pm
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PREHISTORIC PLAYTIME
Jurassic Park meets Dr Doolittle in the awesome new stage show Dinosaur Zoo, direct from a hugely successful run in Australia. Described as a tyrannosauric treat, the performance gives budding archaeologists and palaeontologists the chance to observe and interact with life-like models, from cute baby dinosaurs to roaring, clawing giants. Whether you prefer to watch from a safe distance or get up close and personal with these prehistoric playmates, this is a show thats fun for the whole family.
My six-year-old gets 2 per week and then 20p whenever he is rewarded for good behaviour (this is instead of a star going on a star chart) and then 20p deducted for any bad behaviour. He loves saving up for a couple of months, counting out his money, and then has great fun looking online with us to see what he can buy with it! Mon Jan 06, 2014 2:46 pm I think we probably didnt start until the youngest was approaching six. Its hard for them to grasp the concept, I think, much before that, and understand about saving up. Another reason is because it was always easier to give them the same amount (especially as the youngest even though two years younger is of a similar maturity to the older one). Mon Jan 06, 2014 3:26 pm I give my six-year-old 2 (dependent on good behaviour) or a magazine. That is enough to buy a small toy. Any less wouldnt be so much of an incentive, and I need the leverage!
21-23 February, Friday 1.30pm Saturday & Sunday 10.30am and 1.30pm, suitable for over threes tickets from 15.40, Richmond Theatre, The Green, TW9 1QJ 0844 871 7615 ([Link]/richmond)
A LITTLE BIT OF MAGIC
This half-term, Ham House is running special storytelling sessions from 17-21 February. Various different tales from Funnybones to The Tiger Who Came To Tea will be read below stairs at intervals between 12pm and 3pm every day for an imaginative interlude in a hard mornings exploring.
WHOS AFRAID OF THE BIG BAD WOLF?
This spring, the traditional fairy tale of Red Riding Hood has been adapted especially for the Polka Theatre stage by Olivier Awardwinning Mike Kenny. In this updated story, directed by Matt Aston, Red and her little brother are staying at Grandmas house, but are far too curious to fall asleep. Cue an exciting exploration of Grandmas attic, including songs by Julian Butler. Just make sure you keep your eyes peeled for Grandmas big, pointy teeth.
LITTLE TREASURES
South west London-based childrenswear designer Daisy Barnes has opened a new online store stocking a range of premium items for babies and children aged 0-4. All the clothing is 100 per cent cotton and designed specically with little ones in mind. The rst collection, The Savannah Stories, features four new designs each with their own storybook. Characters Ted, Penny, Star and Ivy a collection of mischievous Savannah animals have been created to inspire adventure, imagination and delight, and are favourites to become your little cubs new best friends.
Free with admission Ham House & Garden Ham Street, Richmond TW10 7RS 020 8940 1950 ([Link]/ ham-house)
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20 February 8 March, February performances at 11am & 2.30pm, March performances at 10.30am 12pm & 2.30pm, tickets from 9. Polka Theatre 240 The Broadway, Wimbledon, SW19 1SB 020 8543 4888 ([Link])
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