As the festive season approaches, what better way to celebrate than by creating eco-friendly Christmas decorations that bring joy to your home and the planet? At Bright Little Stars, we believe in combining creativity with sustainability, making the holiday season even more special fo

Looking for something new to teach your little ones or maybe something to learn with them? Gardening is the perfect hobby to try out. Not only does it give children a reason to be out in nature, but it also helps to teach them vital skills that will help them in adult life. Gardening

Nothing quite brings people together like food – and all parents know the importance of early nutrition for a child’s development. We all lead busy lives and understand the gnawing question, ‘what’s for dinner?’ and we have been particularly focused on food and nutrition in our parent

As a parent, we’re sure you’ve noticed the popularity of music classes for children. Nearly all early development or childcare groups make music a priority when interacting with and encouraging children to express themselves. But why is music so important in early childhood education?

After many years at nursery where the children grew comfortable and confident, it is natural for both parents and children to have some nerves about starting big school where everything is new! We frequently discuss this with parents, so we thought we’d take the time to share our advi

We are raising children in the most technically advanced age – and that makes screen time somewhat unavoidable! Of course, some technology can be incredibly helpful for children’s development; television aimed to build their understanding of the world and online activities are fantast

Summer 2020 was unlike any other we’ve experienced before, but 2021 already seems to be a lot better. With the roll out of vaccination programmes and lockdowns being lifted, many entertainment and recreational areas have been reopened. Still, we need to ensure the safety of our

Fussy eating in children is a common complaint of many parents, so if you’re visiting this blog page to seek advice, know that you’re not doing anything wrong! Childhood is all about experiencing new things – and some children are just more adventurous than others with food! That bein

We talk a lot, as parents, about a certain period of childhood development that can be challenging for both child and parent. You may have heard this period referred to as the ‘terrible twos’ or the period where your child is a ‘threenager’. So-called because of the frequent upsets an

The challenges of 2020 are now giving way to the hopes of 2021. Here are a few ways to inspire your children for a brighter 2021!