Primary Times - N & E Yorkshire Feb 2016

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FEBRUARY HALF TERM issue №66 

1 FebRUARY – 13 March 2016

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News & Views 

Do you have news that might interest other parents or teachers? We’d love to hear about it! 

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The Deep 

Join us this February half term as we investigate 

the animals who use, create and play with 

bubbles. From dolphins to beetles, penguins to 

snails, you’d be surprised which animals use 

bubbles in their daily lives! Take part in hands on 

experiments in our fun-filled bubble workshops, 

enjoy finding the clues around the building in our 

bubble trail, take a trip into craft corner and 

enjoy making your own bubble animal. Don’t 

forget to visit the Amazon Explorers’ Den on your 

way round to get your face painted too. Home 

to a whopping 3,500 fish including 

spectacular sharks and rays, The Deep 

offers a great family day out for all 

and there’s lots more to see and do! 

For more information about 

what’s on at The Deep, simply 

follow us on Facebook or 

Twitter – just search for 

@thedeephull. 

East Riding Country 

Fair is coming! 

30 April - 1 May 

The Country Fair is back for 2016, and 

this time, Kids go FREE! 

NEW FOR 2016 - Free Donkey Rides, 

Free Circus Workshop, Free Climbing 

Wall, Free Inflatable Assault Course, Free 

Bouncy Castles & Slides. The weekend 

is packed full of live entertainment, 

including Falconry Demonstrations, 

Activity Ring Entertainment, Kirkbourne 

Spaniels, Hunsley Beacon Beagles, as 

well as the Annual Fun Dog Show & 

Driffield Scouts.Advanced tickets are 

now available and they are priced at £6 

for an Adult & Senior, Free for Children 

under 16. Camping Pitches are also 

available for the Weekend and cost 

£10.00 per pitch per night. 

www.driffieldshow.co.uk. See page 14 

for your chance to WIN a family ticket! 

Stagecoach Theatre groups 

join forces at The Royal 

Armouries. 

The Stagecoach Theatre Arts Harrogate dance troupe 

joined with the Stagecoach North East Regional Choir to 

give an amazing cabaret performance at The Royal 

Armouries, Leeds. The occasion was the Candlelighter’s 

Children’s Christmas Party and everyone had a fantastic 

time. It was a great finale to the Autumn Term. Outside 

performances are an important part of the Stagecoach 

programme, giving students the opportunity to show off 

the skills learnt in the classes. Next term Harrogate 

Stagecoach will once again be treading the boards in the 

West End, with a performance of ‘Refugee’ at Her 

Majesty’s Theatre. This is an original devised piece, and 

will include dance, drama, and singing, and will 

demonstrate the confident and exciting creative 

potential of Stagecoach students in performance. 

www.stagecoach.co.uk 

Rainbows Ceramics, 

York is pleased to 

announce they have 

Won ‘2016 Best Party 

Provider!’ as voted by 

thousands of Little 

Vikings - York for 

Kids readers. Lots 

of party packages 

available for all 

ages and budgets. 

What could be more 

fun than your very 

own Painting Party! 

See page 9 for more 

information 

www.rainbowsceramics.co.uk 

Harrogate 

International 

Festivals 

Be ready for the adventure as Harrogate 

International Festivals invites you to Explore, 

Discover and Experiment in 2016. Using 

this over-arching theme, one of the north 

of England’s leading arts and cultural 

organisations delivers a smorgasbord of events 

to celebrate its 50th anniversary in style with its 

portfolio of music and literary festivals. Expect 

world-class music, living legends and smashhit 

authors, from dizzying orchestral heights 

to the round-bellied oomph of the Big Band, 

Shakespearean shenanigans to Hollywood hits. 

July is the month for culture vultures. 

www.harrogateinternationalfestivals.com

Dear Reader 

Welcome to our February issue! 

We hope you had a peaceful festive break and started the 

Spring Term feeling refreshed! It is very important to us, 

however, to recognise that it has been a particularly tough 

time for some of our readers and advertisers that support 

Primary Times. The floods have caused such terrible problems 

for many and our thoughts go to everyone that has been 

affected. The prospect of longer days and daffodils is but a 

hop, skip and a jump away – everything will hopefully feel 

a little bit brighter with new beginnings! 

Our magazine is slightly smaller than usual but we still have 

lots of activities and events in our WOW section which should 

prove to be a hit with the kids! Plus some fabulous theatre 

productions that are absolutely perfect for primary aged children. 

There are too many events to list in this issue so we have put them 

on our website www.primarytimes.net/nyorks – new events 

are added all the time so keep checking us out! 

As always we have some fantastic competitions to enter with 

family tickets to Winter Zoo at Flamingo Land, East Riding Country 

Fair, a night walk at Rievaulx Terrace and to see Tiny Time Tales. 

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12 Schools and Tuition 

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what’s on where 

What’s on where... 

We check listings carefully but event 

details and prices may be subject to change. 

Please always check with the venue. 

1 February - 1 July 

Flying Scotsman Season 

A season of events and activities celebrating the 

fame and celebrity of locomotive legend Flying 

Scotsman, to mark its anticipated return to the 

tracks. Highlights will include an exhibition 

exploring the highs and lows of the steam icon’s 

rollercoaster career, a compelling new theatre 

production in collaboration with York Theatre Royal 

and a Flying Scotsman experience allowing firsthand 

access to the most famous train in the world. 

www.flyingscotsman.org.uk National Railway 

Museum, York, YO26 4XJ 

5 February 

Mother’s day crafts 

Enjoy a family walk along the Terrace to enjoy the 

views and make a special gift for Mother’s Day. 

www.nationaltrust.org.uk Rievaulx, Helmsley, 

YO62 5LJ 


Mother’s Day 

Free Tea & Cake with entry for your lovely 

Mum. www.thorpperrow.com Thorp Perrow 

Arboretum, DL8 2PS 

6 February - 21 February 

‘POP’ into The Deep 

Join us this February half term as we investigate 

the animals who use, create and play with bubbles. 

Take part in our bubble trail, face painting, art 

and craft activities and more. Further details to be 

announced soon. www.thedeep.co.uk The Deep, 

Hull, HU1 4DP 

6 February - 6 March 

Snowdrop Spectacular 

Wrap up warmly this winter and enjoy the 

breathtaking display of snowdrops at Burton Agnes 

Hall. www.burtonagnes.com Burton Agnes Hall, 

YO25 4NB 


Shrove Tuesday ‘Strictly 

Pancakes’ 

Yorkshire Coast Radio will be broadcasting from 

their Road Show on Aberdeen Walk and teams will 

be judged on fancy dress pancake flipping technique 

and amount of pancake left in the frying pan at the 

finish! Event follows the ringing of the Pancake Bell 

in North Street at 12.00 noon. 

www.yorkshirecoastradio.com Aberdeen Walk, 

Scarborough, YO11 2EN 

Shrove Tuesday Skipping 

Festival 

Discover the unique celebration of Shrove Tuesday 

in Scarborough, when the entire town turns out to 

skip – yes, you read that right, skip. 

www.discoveryorkshirecoast.com South Bay 

Beach, YO11 1PB. 


BOOKBOOM! 

Focusing on Andy Seed’s humorous non-fiction 

books this will be a fun interactive session designed 

to get children excited about books and reading. 

www.coastival.com Wheatcroft Community 

Primary School, YO11 3BW 


Scavenger Hunt 

Half-term fun for kids - follow the trail to find lots of 

interesting sights around the Arboretum. 

www.thorpperrow.com Thorp Perrow 

Arboretum, DL8 2PS 


Time Troopers: Box City 

Design and create your own box city. Streetlife 

Museum, HU1 1NQ 

The Cloud Collector 

The Cloud Collector story show is an interactive 

performance where children of all ages can get 

involved in telling the stories he has bottled during 

his travels. Preschool to year 6 (10yrs), though great 

for families! www.coastival.com Scarborough 

Spa, YO11 2HD 

Snow Queen 

Snow Queen’ is an original cross arts collaboration 

between Glass Artist, Alan Davis and ‘Vivify’, a 

company of creatives led by sculptor & puppeteer 

Viv Mousdell that combine installation with shadow 

theatre to create unique interactive environments 

accessible to all. www.coastival.com St Martin 

On-The-Hill, Scarborough, YO11 

A Day at the Seaside 

Throughout the day, performances will happen in 

multiple locations (‘character corners’) in the Art 

Gallery and Rotunda Museum where audiences can 

go to hear and see all of our different characters. 

www.coastival.com Scarborough Art Gallery, 

YO11 2PW 

13 February -14 February 

Tudor Family Life 

Find out what life was really like in Tudor times 

by meeting some colourful characters from the 

Castles’ Tudor household and having a go at a range 

of activities including weapon drills, calligraphy 

and traditional crafts. www.boltoncastle.co.uk 

Bolton Castle, DL8 4ET 

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Blue Fish Week 

Catch a blue fish and win prizes, follow our spring 

nature trail, then enjoy warming goodies in the 

café. www.kilnseypark.co.uk Kilnsey Park Estate 

, BD23 5P 

Children’s Half Term Fun at 

Sewerby Hall and Gardens 

Pop along to Sewerby Hall and Gardens for half 

term fun and activities. In the Servant’s Wing the 

kitchen range will be lit and there will be costumed 

interpreters onsite together with Meet the Butler and 

Housekeeper. www.sewerbyhall.co.uk Sewerby 

Hall, YO15 1EA 

Half term at RHS Harlow Carr 

Delve into the secret world of insects this half term! 

Whatever the weather, there will be indoor craft 

activities and an outdoor trail to suit all ages, so wrap 

up warm and come join in the fun. 

www.rhs.org.uk/gardens Harlow Carr, HG3 1UE 

Olaf the Viking:Tales of battle 

In the 950th anniversary year of the Battle of 

Hastings, join Olaf the Viking storyteller for tales of 

victory and defeat in 1066. Hear about the battles 

at Fulford and Stamford Bridge within the ancient 

walls of Clifford’s Tower with regular short stories 

throughout the day. This event is part of the Jorvik 

Viking Festival. www.english-heritage.org.uk 

Clifford’s Tower, York, YO1 9SA 

Half term fun at Whitby Abbey 

Join us at the Abbey this half term for family fun. 

www.english-heritage.org.uk Whitby Abbey, 

YO22 4JT 

Create at the Castle! Seaside Fun 

Part of our Edwardian Entertainment activities! Make 

your own cardboard model Edwardian beach hut or 

seaside donkey puppet. 

www.yorkmuseumstrust.org.uk York Castle 

Museum, YO1 9RY 

February Fun at Stockeld Park 

There are lots of Fun February half term outdoor and 

indoor things for kids to do at Stockeld Park: Real ice 

skating. Our renowned interactive Enchanted Forest 

(open until dusk). Our A-maze-ing Maze - the largest 

Yew maze in Yorkshire! Themed Adventure Play Areas 

for hours of fun until dusk, including: Woodsands 

Cove Play Area with pirate ships, swings and sand 

galore.Tepee Encampment Play Area where cowboys 

whoop and indians run wild. Tanglewood Play Area 

full of climbing adventures and thrills. Also Indoor 

play and crafts so if it’s wet weather so you can 

bounce away any rainy-day blues! 

www.stockeldpark.co.uk Stockeld Park, LS22 4AN 

Wild winter bunting making 

Spiders are scuttling, birds are fluttering and the 

estate is going wild this winter time! Using inspiration 

from the wildlife you have seen on your stroll, make 

templates of your favourite winter animals, bugs and 

trees to string along into marvellous bunting. 

www.nationaltrust.org.uk Fountains, Ripon, 

HG4 3DY 

Wild Families 

There’ll be a host of free activities for kids to get stuck 

into such as sensory games, leaf rubbing and our very 

popular ‘Magic Palette’ collecting nature game.For 

those who want to do more, there’s the opportunity 

to make a bird feeder or a frogitat (amphibian home) 

for a nominal charge of £2. www.rspb.org.uk. RSPB 

Bempton Cliffs Nature Reserve, YO15 1JD 

Dark Skies Festival 

16 February - Stellar Kites. 17 February - Rocket 

Workshop, Star Crafts and Cosmos Planetarium. 18 

February - Night at the Museum. Saturday 13 to 

Sunday 21 February - Dark Skies Children’s Activity 

Trails at Aysgarth Falls National Park Centre. Dales 

Countryside Museum, Hawes DL8 3NT. 

www.northyorkmoors.org.uk 


Trash Percussion with Billy 

Billy Hickling, the award-winning TrashBang! 

Man, will teach you how to make music out of your 

household rubbish…Join in and make some noise! 

www.coastival.com Scarborough Seafront, 

Foreshore Road, Scarborough 

Endurance and Survival 

An exhibition at Scarborough Art Gallery curated 

by the volunteers at Scarborough Museums Trust. 

Exploring what it takes to endure and survive 

in extreme conditions. www.coastival.com 

Scarborough Art Gallery, YO11 2PW 

YMCA Productions ‘Play in a Day’ 

Young people aged 4 to 12 are invited to join 

three professional theatre artists at the YMCA to 

create a musical theatre performance based on 

the Yorkshire Coast. The culmination of musical 

theatre work, based on the Yorkshire Coast, will be 

performed in our in-house theatre complete with 

lighting and sound and a technical team. 

www.coastival.com YMCA, Scarborough, 

YO11 1DY 

The Giving Tree 

Rachel Wardle, owner of Wardle & Jones Books, 

will read ‘The Giving Tree’ a beautifully written 

and illustrated book about unconditional love by 

Shel Silverstein. A local artist will then help the 

children design and print their own books to take 

home as a gifts for their Valentines! 

www.coastival.com Crescent Arts, The Crescent, 

Scarborough, YO11 2PW 

Wet Sounds 

There are three distinct sound systems over 12 

loudspeakers in the swimming pool: Two stereo 

pairs and one quadraphonic system above the 

water and four loudspeakers under the water. 

The composition utilises the architecture of the 

swimming pool space to shape the sound heard 

on the water surface. SDNA transform the space 

visually with lighting and video art. 

www.coastival.com Scarborough Indoor Pool, 

YO12 6AQ 


Boggle Hole fossil hunting 

The chance to find a wide range of fossils 

from the Jurassic, around 180 million years 

ago. www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/hiddenhorizons-5979675763 

Boggle Hole, YO22 4UQ 

Circus Skills 

Time to be fabulous, and put on the greatest Circus 

show in Helmsley! A full day of awesome circus 

skills with Pete from Suitcase Circus. Beginners can 

learn the basics, and it’s perfect for those who’ve 

had a go before and are ready to take their skills 

to the next level. Learn new skills and perform a 

fabulous routine, juggling, diabolo, plate spinning, 

chinese ribbon, balancing, hula hoop, poi and 

more. Presentation for friends and family at 

3.30pm Age: 5 - 12. www.helmsleyarts.co.uk 

Helmsley Arts Centre, YO62 5DW 

Musical Theatre Workshop 

Inspired by Shrek the musical. Come and learn a 

song and dance routine based on by the hit West 

End production. Parents and friends can watch the 

final routine. www.sjt.uk.com Stephen Joseph 

Theatre, Scarborough, YO11 1JW 

Craft & Play the Viking Way! 

Try your hand at a range of fun & historical crafts, 

games, competitions and activities in our marquee 

dedicated to all things creative! Have a go at 

making a Viking pot, try out willow-weaving, 

beading, braiding and rune stamping. You can also 

DIG for Viking treasure, learn how to play Hnefatafl, 

design & make a festival badge or tee shirt and 

much more! www.jorvik-viking-festival.co.uk. 

Parliament Street, York, YO1 8RU 

Family Archery 

Why not come along and try your hand at archery, 

a traditional Sewerby Hall and Gardens pastime. 

Each half-hour session is limited to eight places but 

there is no need to book. Just turn up and have a 

go! Minimum age eight years old. 

www.sewerbyhall.co.uk Sewerby Hall and 

Gardens, YO15 1EA 

Wildlife Warrior! 

Join the Council’s Community Play Rangers in a 

two hour long outdoor session which will include a 

wildlife trail, nature bingo and building bug dens. 

www. sewerbyhall.co.uk Sewerby Hall and 

Gardens, YO15 1E 




15 February -19 February 

Vinegar Valentines 

Have fun this half term by creating Victorian themed 

Valentine Crafts at Ripon’s Victorian Workhouse. 

Make felted wool hearts, plant some Heartsease 

seedlings to take home and find out more about 

vinegar valentines, the cards you would rather 

not receive! There’ll be twice-daily Punch & Judy 

performances too – that’s the way to do it! 

www.riponmuseums.co.uk. Ripon Workhouse 

Museum, HG4 1LE 


32nd JORVIK Viking Festival 

Recognised as the largest event of its kind in Europe, 

the annual JORVIK Viking Festival is a city-wide 

celebration of York’s rich Viking heritage. Jorvik will 

mark a week-long commemoration of the millennial 

anniversary of the crowning of Canute, the Viking 

warrior who rose up to be not just King of England, 

but leader of the North Sea Empire! With an exciting 

programme of events inspired by this Norse monarch 

on offer, including living history encampments, 

talks and of course dramatic combat performances 

there is something for everyone at JORVIK Viking 

Festival. www.jorvik-viking-festival.co.uk 15-17 

Coppergate Walk, York, YO1 9WT 


Marine Monsters 

Our Jurassic sea contained all sorts of wild and 

wonderful animals. Come and create your own 

marvellous marine monsters! 

www.northyorkmoors.org.uk The Moors 

National Park Centre, YO21 2NB 

Roller Disco 

Get your skates on and let the good times roll! Don’t 

forget to also ask about our Spa Roller Parties, 

for any occasion! Good music, friendly family 

atmosphere, fun for all ages and a great night out! 

www.thespabridlington.com Spa Bridlington, 

YO15 3JH 

Have-a-go Sword Combat 

A chance for younger Vikings to get a taste for 

the art of sword fighting! Prepare for battle; 

will you fight for the great Viking warrior Canute 

or the Anglo-Saxon hero Edmund Ironside? 

Instructed by Viking warriors, combatants are 

sure to enjoy this fun workshop of battle skills. 

www.jorvik-viking-festival.co.uk Merchant 

Adventurers’ Hall, YO1 9XD 


Bird box making 

Hammer and nails at the ready! Our feathery friends 

will be looking about for places to nest pretty soon, 

so this half term we’ll be showing you how to make a 

home for them to put in your own garden. It’s really 

popular so book early. www.nationaltrust.org.uk 

Fountains, Ripon, HG4 3DY 


Nest Box Building 

As part of National Nest Box Week, come and have 

a go at making your own nest box to take away and 

hang in your garden. This event is for children under 

16 years of age accompanied by an adult. 

www.gaylemill.org.uk Gayle Mill, DL8 3RZ 


Circus & Magic Skills Workshop 

Ages 8 - 12. Fun-filled workshop on circus and 

magic skills, from clowning around to big box magic 

illusions. Ending with a performance for friends and 

family. www.sjt.uk.com Stephen Joseph Theatre, 

Scarborough, YO11 1JW 


Family Outdoor Day 

Join Harrogate Climbing Centre for a day 

weaseling, climbing and abseiling. Children must 

be accompanied by an adult (max 2 per adult). No 

previous experience required. 

www.nationaltrust.org.uk. Brimham Rocks, 

Summerbridge, HG3 4DW 

Samba Band Workshop 

Join Ernie and learn to play and move to the 

energising, stimulating carnival sounds of Samba. 

No drumming experience necessary. 

www.sjt.uk.com Stephen Joseph Theatre, 



Lempen Puppets Workshop - 

Make your own little Monster 

“Goggly eyes, a hairy chin, big ears or wobbly nose. 

What crazy creature will you make? The choice is 

yours and anything goes.” After the performance of 

“Little Frankenstein” build your own mini monster. 

Suitable for children aged 6+ (adults can stay and 

make a monster, too!) www.junctiongoole.co.uk 

Junction, DN14 5DL 

Eyes in the dark and bright 

stars 

Come and join our family friendly nature night 

walk and stargazing in one of the darkest places 

in Britain. Hear informative talks by experienced 

astronomers, discover more about the wildlife that 

live in the woodland and enjoy family storytelling in 

the dark. We’ll have telescopes, and refreshments so 

all you need to bring are warm clothes and curiosity! 

www.nationaltrust.org.uk Rievaulx, Helmsley, 

YO62 5LJ 

Shadow Workshop 

Inspired by Attraction, winners of Britain’s Got 

Talent, create a unique piece of work using music, 

projections and your very own shadow - working 

with others you might even create an elephant! 

www.sjt.uk.com Stephen Joseph Theatre, 


Best Beard Contest 

Entering its 8th year, this whimsical and fun 

competition has become something of a JORVIK 

Viking Festival highlight. Drawing huge crowds and 

some very competitive participants! Young or old, 

male or female – all are encouraged to enter and 

try to win the highly prized beard trophies. Please 

note: homemade beards are not just permitted but 

encouraged! www.jorvik-viking-festival.co.uk 

City Camp, YO1 8RU 

27 February - 5 June 

Exhibition: S.O.S – Heroes of the 

Humber 

This exhibition looks at the individuals, volunteers 

and organisations that over the years have 

braved the elements to save lives and fought to 

improve safety at sea. Objects from Hull Museums’ 

collections illustrate individual acts of courage, 

notorious tragedies and rescues alongside major 

advances in the techniques used. Hull Maritime 

Museum, HU1 3DX. www.hullcc.gov.uk 

5 March 

Mother’s Day card making and 

trinket box decoration 

Make your very own Mother’s Day card and decorate 

a trinket box. All materials provided. 

www.sewerbyhall.co.uk Sewerby Hall and 

Gardens, YO15 1EA 

6 March 

Mother’s Day Vintage Afternoon 

Tea 

Treat your mum to a luxury vintage Afternoon 

Tea on Mother’s Day in the Bivouac Café. £15 per 

adult (or upgrade an Afternoon Tea with a glass of 

prosecco for £20) and £7.50 per child. 

www.swintonbivouac.co.uk Bivouac at Druid’s 

Temple, HG4 4JZ 

12 March 

Time Troopers: Night Lights 

Make your very own paper lantern. 

www.hullcc.gov.uk Wilberforce House 

Museum, HU1 1NE 

Bedtime story 

Mini Custard children’s theatre tells the tale of 

Peter and his little dog Alaska. Find out how their 

cantankerous travel machine took them back in 

time to solve a very big problem and change the 

world forever. Interactive storytelling for 3-6 year 

olds. Bring your favourite soft toy to enjoy the story 

together. www.yorkliteraturefestival.co.uk. 

Friargate Theatre, YO1 9SL 

Bulb plantin 

butler skills 

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g, bird box making and 

with the National Trust 

Whether you want to get your 

hands dirty doing some gardening 

or learn how to polish and clean 

like a butler from the last century, 

you can enjoy lots of activities, 

crafts and play with the National 

Trust this half-term. 

At Nunnington Hall, they’re 

stepping back to 1922: the 

renovations at the Hall are nearly 

complete and the Fife family 

are moving in. They need hard 

working, reliable and honest staff 

to run the house. The butler and 

house maids are on hand to teach 

children forgotten skills that would 

be essential to secure employment 

at a country house. Would-be 

domestic staff can learn about 

flower arranging in the drawing 

room, setting a table for a grand 

party in the dining room, shoe 

polishing and ‘make do and mend’ 

skills ‘below stairs’. 

Over at Beningbrough Hall, 

families can try the other side of 

living in such a house by dressing 

up as lords and ladies and posing 

for a virtual portrait to send home. 

2016 is the 300th birthday of 

Beningbrough, which was built 

in 1716. The history of the Hall is 

brought to life with storytelling 

from Stories Alive, using characters 

and events inspired by the portraits 

and the history of the Hall. Outside 

in the gardens, children can 

whizz around on the bikes and 

trikes provided, and explore the 

wilderness adventure playground. 

But there’s graft to be done too! 

To mark the 300th birthday, there 

are 300,000 spring bulbs to be 

planted for the new ha-ha walk 

– and they need help. Tools and 

gloves will be available for hands 

of all sizes, but everyone taking 

part should wrap up warm. There 

are Artrageous craft workshops, 

where children can make their 

own flower, and either use it to 

mark the spot where they planted 

their bulbs or take it home to put in 

their own garden. 

Nature is the inspiration 

for crafts at Fountains Abbey 

and Studley Royal as well. 

They’re really going wild at 

half-term. In Swanley Grange 

on the estate, there are workshops 

to create artworks of winter 

animals, bugs and trees to string 

up to make wildlife bunting. For 

‘artistic inspiration’, there’s a winter 

trail to help families spot the first 

signs of wildlife waking up: it’ll 

prompt everyone to look under 

leaves, up in the trees and down 

on the ground. 

Fountains is bustling with 

feathery friends at this time of year: 

there are lots of water species 

by the lake and there’s a hide for 

families to spot, hear and learn 

about lots of different birds. They’ll 

be looking about for places to nest 

pretty soon, so what better time 

to learn how to build a bird box? 

The popular workshops are back at 

Fountains, and the bird boxes made 

can be taken home to encourage 

birds in the garden (£5 per bird 

box for materials). 

Normal admission charges 

apply for all the half-term activities 

at Fountains Abbey and Studley 

Royal, at Beningbrough Hall 

and at Nunnington Hall. Check 

their websites for days and times 

and whether you should book in 

advance – some of the activities 

tend to get booked up quickly. 

See www.nationaltrust.org.uk/yorkshire for all National Trust 

places in Yorkshire or www.nationaltrust.org.uk/beningbrough 

or www.nationaltrust.org.uk/nunnington or 

www.nationaltrust.org.uk/fountains-abbey for the specific 

place details. 


PARTy ON! 

Party On! 

When I was a child in the 1970s and 80s a birthday party 

consisted mainly of sandwiches and cake. If it was a posh affair there 

was also trifle. Most children these days would scorn at such lack of 

sophistication. Or would they? Funnily enough, one of the latest trends on 

the children’s party circuit is ‘Retro’, where kids get jelly with ice-cream, 

sandwiches, sausage rolls (or sausages on sticks) and of course birthday 

cake. Games like Pin-the-Tail on the Donkey, Pass the Parcel and Musical 

Chairs never go out of fashion and going Retro can keep costs down. 

Themed parties never go out of fashion whether its pirates, princesses or 

superheroes. In the past few years Frozen parties (after the Disney film of the 

same name) have become extremely popular. Theme parties need not cause 

huge expense as many supermarkets and discount shops have decorations 

and table accessories to suit the various favourites including the ever-popular 

Frozen. Don’t discount leaving home as an expensive option as many local 

amenities have facilities that are under-used and often up for rental. If you 

provide your own food and decoration that will help keep costs down, and it 

has the advantage that no priceless family heirloom or treasured possession is going to get 

smashed to pieces. 

Entertainment is always a worry for parents and while clowns and jugglers are still popular 

children these days may also find themselves being tutored in football skills or meeting an 

Elsa (from Frozen) lookalike. Again, on the surface these might seem like pricey options 

but shop around on the internet and there are bargains to be found. Activity parties are 

increasingly popular; your child can learn to make pizza in a restaurant, paint crockery or 

even go on a Bear Grylls adventure in the woods. 

As children start to reach the end of primary school they often become too ‘sophisticated’ 

for ‘children’s parties’. One option in this case is to have a cinema party where they all 

go to see a film. Many cinemas will organise this for you, but you can just as easily do it 

yourself. If money is an issue you can always have a cinema party at home, let the guests 

choose DVDs and make their own popcorn – then disappear! Pizza parties work equally 

well for both older and younger children. Pizzas are easy and quick to prepare but do keep 

an eye on local pizza chains for vouchers and discounts 

Many parents stress about what food to provide for their small guests. Some of the 

delicacies on offer at children’s parties would put pricey restaurants to shame. Don’t be 

tempted down this path, these are small children, not the Michelin committee (although 

there will always be one precocious child who would prefer caviar to fish fingers). The only 

food that should worry a host is one that a guest may be allergic to, or intolerant of, as 

some allergies can be very severe or even fatal. 

Anne Marie Scanlon for Primary Times 

Quick and Easy Chocolate 

Hedgehog Cake 

• Buy or bake a round sponge cake. 

• Cut the cake into three parts. The middle 

should be slightly bigger than the two 

sides, which should be the same size as 

each other. 

• Cut a V-shape at the end of the middle piece of cake (this is the hedgehog’s nose). 

Then cover the whole piece with thick chocolate icing. 

• Place the two remaining pieces of cake on top of the iced piece, 

round side up, for the Hedgehog’s hump. 

• Liberally cover the entire sponge with thick chocolate icing. 

• Use chocolate buttons or Flakes for the Hedgehog’s spines. His eyes and 

nose can be made using Smarties or similar. 

Party Checklist 

Invites. Aim to send out invites three weeks 

before the party. Don’t forget to include how old 

your child will be, the full address of the venue 

(including a map if it’s tucked away), a start 

and finish time, theme and fancy dress code if 

relevant. You might want to request information 

regarding allergies (food and pet allergies if you 

have pets and are hosting at home). Make it 

easy for parents to RSVP by providing both a 

telephone number and email address if possible. 

Keep a track of who has responded because no 

matter how easy you make it for people to RSVP 

you will probably have to issue a gentle reminder 

to some. 

Music. Get your playlist ready and do a test 

run before the big day. If you’re hosting away 

from home don’t forget to take the music with 

you! You can’t play musical chairs without it! 

Food. Keep it simple - as long as there’s 

plenty of crisps and enough birthday cake for 

everyone. Provide plenty of water. you can get 

individual water bottles from supermarkets for 

little expense. Don’t bother with juice or fizzy 

drinks as there’s enough sugar in the food and 

many parents take a dim view of both. 

Birthday Cake. Home made vs shop 

bought. It’s up to your child. It’s their birthday. 

Your child knows whether you are a super British 

Bake Off style parent or not. 

Candles & Matches for the cake. 

They are often overlooked with all the other 

preparation. If you’re hosting away from home 

don’t forget a knife too! 

Entertainment. If you hire someone, be 

sure to call them a day or two before the event 

to confirm they are coming. 

Decorations. Balloons are non-negotiable. 

It’s not a party without balloons. 

Running Order. Before the party, 

consider how long games and activities are 

likely to take, to make sure you don’t run out 

of time to sing ‘Happy Birthday’. Don’t feel you 

have to plan every second though - the children 

will probably welcome a bit of ‘down time’ for 

messing about with balloons! 

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Flamingoland 

Flamingo Land offer bespoke children’s party packages to 

suit the individual that can incorporate visiting the theme 

park and zoo along with a Children’s Meal with drink, 

birthday cake, hats and banners in the Coach House 

country pub or Metropolis restaurant. The Coach House 

has an outdoor patio area, which is ideally situated next to 

the Children’s Planetinteractive play area with tunnels and 

climbing frames. The Waterfront Indoor Play Area is also 

available for younger children. Animal 

encounters can also be incorporated, as can fairytale 

character appearances. The Mansion House can be 

hired out for larger parties. Please email 

events@flamingoland.co.uk with your requirements. 

My Baby 

Can Dance 

Which party? 

What’s new? 

Something different! 

Something to remember. 

So, choose My Baby Can Dance 

Parties!! 

Your growing little one is having a 

birthday party. You’ve got family 

and friends coming along from 

all over and you need everyone 

having fun, entertained and happy 

while you get the chance to talk 

to your guests. 

Choosing the My Baby Can 

Dance family’s and friends 

entertainment package means 

just that, everyone is encouraged 

to join in the fun. It’s the all 

singing all dancing activity party. 

My Baby Can Dance.... Little 

steps big parties!! 

Contact Janine Burley on 

07738419545 or 

janinembcd@gmail.com 

Visit Www.mybabycandance.com 

PARTy ON! 

Debutots 

Debutots Parties available now! 

Choose from one of our original party themes 

including: Princes and Princesses, Wizards, 

Pirates and Mermaids, Space, The Jungle, 

Superheroes and Teddy Bears. Themes can 

also be adapted to suit your individual needs. 

Our Parties are fun, informal and relaxed, 

perfect for 1-7 year olds including often the 

shiest of children and are guaranteed to be 

an unforgettable experience for your little 

one and their friends! Find us on Facebook 

(www.facebook.com/debutotshull1) or give 

me a call to discuss your little ones big day! 

‘Thank you Emma for a fabulous Birthday 

Party. Everyone enjoyed you taking them on 

‘Safari’ parents and children alike! Debutots 

Rocks!’ (Liz, Mum to B) 

Birthday visits to The Deep 

The Deep are able to offer a discount for 

groups of 10 or more and can help you 

facilitate a number of additional services 

to make your birthday visit more special 

including pre-paid goody bags for your 

guests, children’s lunches and birthday dive 

signs. We have a fantastic range of gift ideas 

including our new supporters packs! For 

more information visit 

https://www.thedeep.co.uk/somethingspecial/birthday-visits 

Rainbow Creative 

Creative fun for all ages! 

Rainbows is a paint your own 

ceramics studio on the corner 

of Bootham and Gillygate in 

York. We have many items 

to choose from starting 

from just £6 plus a one off 

studio fee of £4 per painter. 

We also have stencils and 

stamps suitable for all ages 

so it really is easy! No need to 

book, simply turn up and stay 

as long as you like. We have 

also recently won the 2015 

Best Party Provider as voted 

by hundreds of local Little 

Vikings readers! Click on to 

www.rainbowsceramics.co.uk 

or visit our Facebook page 

Rainbows Ceramics Painting 

Studio. 


BOX OFFICE 

office 

Your family theatre guide... 

Grand Opera House York 

YO1 9SW. 

www.atgtickets.com 

Thriller Live 

1-6 February 

Direct from London’s West End, Thriller Live 

is a spectacular concert created to celebrate 

the career of the world’s greatest entertainer. 

Join us on a visual, audio and electrifying 

journey through the magic of Michael’s 45 

year musical history. You will experience 

over two hours of non-stop hits from pop to 

rock, soul to disco as the cast play homage to 

Jackson’s legendary live performances and 

innovative dance moves executed with flair, 

precision and passion, this is a show that you 

will never forget. 

Peppa Pig’s Surprise 


Surprise! Peppa Pig, George and their friends 

are back in a brand new live stage show, 

Peppa Pig’s Surprise. It’s a lovely day and 

Peppa is playing outside with her friends. 

Mummy Pig and Daddy Pig have got a 

surprise for her and George – they can’t guess 

what it is, can you? 

Moscow State Circus 

2 March 

The Moscow State Circus returns to the UK 

with its latest & greatest production to 

date, based on the Russian folklore story of 

Cvetik-Semicvetik, or the flower with seven 

colours by Valentin Petrovich Katayev where 

each of the petals represent a wish and is the 

perfect back drop for what is undoubtedly the 

greatest & most famous circus on earth. 

Goodnight Mister Tom 

29 March – 2 April 

Set during the dangerous build up to the 

Second World War, Goodnight Mister 

Tom follows young William Beech, who is 

evacuated to the idyllic English countryside 

and forges a remarkable and heart warming 

friendship with the elderly recluse, Tom 

Oakley. All is perfect until William is suddenly 

summoned by his mother back to London. 

Harrogate Theatre 

HG1 1QF. 

www.harrogatetheatre.co.uk 

Sid’s Show 


Join Sid from Cbeebies live on stage in a 

fantastic fun-filled adventure that’ll knock 

your socks off! Sid is setting out on a heroic 

quest to find out where in the world his 

favourite socks and shoes have go to - share 

in the adventure at the bottom of the sea, 

deep in the jungle or floating in outer space 

youll meet some funny characters along 

the way. 

Helmsley Arts Centre 

YO62 5DW. 

www.helmsleyarts.co.uk 

Hearthside Tales: The Snow Bear 


Come and sit by the fire for a wintry tale with 

live music, songs, puppets and a travelling 

theatre packed full of delights. The Snow 

Bear is inspired by Norwegian folk tales 

and tells the story of a polar bear who is 

taken away from his arctic home. Will the 

friendly Tomten’s magic help him find his 

way back? The Snow Bear is brought to life 

with mesmerizing storytelling and original 

music played live on cello, tuba, accordion and 

ukulele. It is packed with adventures and lots 

of audiences involvement and children are 

invited to bring along their favourite teddy to 

join in the fun. A wonderful half-term treat for 

children aged 4 -7yrs and their families. www. 

helmsleyarts.co.uk 

JuNction Goole 

DN14 5DL. 

www.junctiongoole.co.uk 

Lempen Puppets: Little 

Frankenstein* 


Frank Stein is busy rehearsing for his new 

puppet show, but he’s finding it really difficult 

as his puppets keep falling apart! Inspired by 

the scientist Dr Frankenstein, and with the 

help of the audience he creates a new real 

live puppet that is destined to change his life 

forever! A gentle horror for little horrors, Little 

Frankenstein will tickle the imagination of 

everyone from 5 to 105 years old. 

Frolicked: Who Killed the Rats?* 

11 March 

Through half-closed doors, holes in the walls 

and along the skirting boards, a sinister series 

of gruesome murders has taken place at 

Junction. Join a deadly game of cat and well… 

rat… and use your powers of deduction to 

fi nd out who (or what) is killing off the rodent 

population of Goole, and why. Have you got 

what it takes to catch the culprit and solve the 

puppet rat-infested murder mystery? www. 

junctiongoole.co.uk 

Scarborough Spa 

YO11 2HD. 

www.scarboroughspa.co.uk 

Magic Mike’s Pirate Adventure 


Magic Mike returns to Scarborough Spa during 

February half term with a brand new show! 

Join Magic Mike, Captain Cus-Tard, Pirate Ria 

& the ship’s crew in a hilarious adventure for 

the whole family! Magic, comedy, dancing, 

lots of audience participation & swashbuckling 

fun! Pirates at the ready! Shipmates required! 

Please come along in your pirate costumes! 

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The Spa Bridlington 

YO15 3JH 

www.thespabridlington.com 

Footloose: The Musical 


Worldwide smash hit musical Footloose: The 

Musical bursts back on to the stage in 2016; 

premiering at The Spa Bridlington on 29 and 

30 January before a week long run at the 

venue from Monday 2 February as part of a 

major new UK Tour, starring Gareth Gates as 

Willard and Maureen Nolan returns the venue 

in the role of Vi Moore. 

Goldilocks and the Three Bears 


Brought to you by Magic Light Productions, 

this hilarious adaptation of the traditional 

story tells of how Goldilocks and the Three 

Bears help to save the future of her Grandma 

Gertie’s circus. 

The Forum 

DL6 1LP 

www.forumnorthallerton.org.uk 

West Side Story 


Crash Bang Wallop return to the Forum, prior 

to going on tour, with their latest production; 

West Side Story. Look out! Gang warfare comes 

to a stage near you, as the Jets and Sharks set 

about each other in Leonard Bernstein’s West 

Side Story. 

Sandow Clowns - All Laughter Show 


The best value, clean, slapstick comedy 

on stage for all the family. Children have a 

great time with us! Hilarious comic sketches, 

juggling, balancing, stilt walking, comedy 

musical car, stage participation and lots of 

prizes! 

Puss in Boots 

7 March 

Would you trust a talking cat? You never 

know, he might turn you from a pauper 

to a prince just like the hero of this story, 

brought to vivid life on our incredible 

sloping sage by Patrick Lynch from 

Cbeebies. 

The Georgian Theatre 

Royal 

DL10 4DW. 

www.georgiantheatreroyal.co.uk 

Rhubarb Theatre presents 

The Amazing Adventures of 

Librarian Lil 

5 March 

Librarian Lil has worked in the library for 

forty-five years. She looks old, tired and 

bored with her life… but you can’t judge 

a book by its cover. For when a customer 

brings a book to be date stamped, the 

pages start to rustle and Lil is sucked into 

a whirlwind of words where tales become 

reality and every day sees a new adventure. 

York Theatre Royal 

The De Grey Rooms, YO1 7HD 

www.yorktheatreroyal.co.uk 

Snow Child 

23 February – 5 March 

The first snow falls. Watching the village 

children play, a lonely couple yearn for a 

child of their own. They build a small figure 

from the ice and snow, and wish very, very 

hard… until the strength of their longing 

brings the magical snow child to life before 

their eyes! 

2016 is an exciting year for PQA 

Harrogate students are rehearsing for new musical The Lazy Ace, 

staged at Her Majesty’s Theatre, West End, London; home to 

Phantom of the Opera. They will 

be taking a break from rehearsals 

however to visit LA enjoying studio 

tours and film classes! 

Harrogate and Scarborough have 

cinema screenings with films 

made by PQA students at The Vue 

and The Odeon. 

York and Scarborough are working 

towards their Trinity College London exams. 

Don’t miss out on some of these incredible opportunities, request 

your info pack today and book a free taster session. 

www.pqacademy.com 

box office 

Librarian Lil 


SCHOOLS AND TUITION 

Schools and 

St Peter’s 

St Olave’s, founded in 1876, is part of St 

Peter’s School in York. With its own halls, 

music school, workshops, sports hall 

and magnificently appointed specialist 

teaching rooms, St Olave’s enjoys some 

of the best facilities for a prep school of 

its type. 

The three schools that make up St 

Peter’s; Clifton for children up to age 8, 

St Olave’s for children aged 8-13, and 

St Peter’s for children 13-18; provide 

an excellent all-round education. The 

structured progression offered by the 

three schools ensures each child will 

experience varied and stimulating 

environments during their school career, 

without compromising on continuity. 

Visit us: Our next Open Morning takes 

place on Saturday 11 June 2016. To 

book your place or arrange an individual 

visit please contact Mrs Judith Williams, 

School Secretary, on 01904 527416 or 

j.williams@stolavesyork.org.uk. 

Aysgarth Pre-Prep School 

The best possible first steps in your child’s education 

Just 5 minutes from Bedale, Aysgarth Pre-Prep (boys and girls 3-8 years old) is 

a happy and vibrant community that offers children the very best in an all-round 

education. 

Our approach, both in and outside the classroom, is designed to inspire and 

engage each child to make the most of their talents and potential. 

Our well-balanced curriculum and extra-curricular activities take advantage of 

our 50 acre school grounds and state of the art facilities including our swimming 

pool, sports hall, chapel and performing arts centre. 

Come along to our open morning on 22nd April or if you would like to arrange 

separate visit, please contact the office on 01677450359. 

Hull Collegiate 

Hull Collegiate School is an 

independent, co-educational day school 

for pupils aged 3 to 18. Based on the 

country house estate of Tranby Croft on 

the outskirts of West Hull, the singlesite 

school offers a first class education 

with outstanding teaching provision. 

Hull Collegiate Junior School is 

continually developing in response 

to the needs, aims and expectations 

of pupils, parents and staff. The 

philosophy of education as a preparation 

for life is central to our provision as one 

of the leading independent schools in 

East Yorkshire and Hull. We combine 

a broad, balanced curriculum with 

innovative methods and activities to 

create exciting and productive learning 

experiences. Our pupils are set high 

standards in terms of education and 

personal goals, and these are varied 

according to each child’s potential and 

personality. We value and acknowledge 

achievement in all aspects of school life, 

with a strong emphasis on moral values 

and respect for others. 

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Tuition 

Scarborough College 

A Passport for Life 

We are often asked at Scarborough College what 

the secret of our success is. The answer is no 

secret: a teacher to pupil ratio of 1:9, top quality 

and experienced staff, state-of-the-art facilities and 

a nurturing, supportive and ‘can-do’ environment 

brings the very best out of every child, whatever 

their strengths and talents. Don’t just take our word 

for it, come and see our pupils in action for yourself 

during our Whole College Open Morning on Saturday 

12 March from 10am to 1pm. Assisted places and 

scholarships are available. 

Kip McGrath 

Kip McGrath Education 

Centres aim to give children 

and young people the 

confidence to enable them 

to achieve their potential. All 

the Centres are owned and 

run by qualified teachers. 

Each youngster, following a 

Free Assessment, has their 

own programme prepared 

for them; using proven 

materials written especially 

for Kip McGrath Centres. 

Learning is with a mix of 

written, aural and computer 

programmes to enable each 

individual to progress at their 

speed to get to where they 

wish to be. 

Visit www.kipmcgrath. 

co.uk for more 

information and to find 

your nearest Centre 

Kumon 

Take advantage of a Free Trial at your 

local Kumon study centre 

Your local Kumon Study Centre offers individualised worksheetbased 

maths and English study programmes which are tailored 

to all ages and abilities. 

Through daily study of the Kumon programmes, your child 

will develop the ability to learn for themselves so they do 

not become dependent on – or limited by – the skills and 

knowledge of others. Kumon is offering a two-week Free Trial 

(14 days) for new students enrolling between 1-29 February. 

For more information, please contact your local 

Kumon study centre. 

Hull, Newland Study Centre 01482 762016 

Kirk Ella Study Centre 01482 355715 

Skipton Study Centre 01756 796615 

SCHOOLS AND TUITION 


COMPETITIONS 

WIN! 

a family ticket 

(of 4) to Winter Zoo 

at Flamingo Land 

Although our theme park is closed until 12th March, our zoo is open 

from 10am-4pm on selected dates from just £7.50. See 140 species, 

including our new mother and baby black rhinos Samira and Olmoti. 

There is also Children’s Planet play area, Muddy Duck Farm, Aquarium, 

plus the Lemurs walkthrough and Wallaby Walkway. Younger guests have 

a selection of 5 rides to keep them entertained including Jungle Carousel 

and Mischief Mansion. Admission includes Keeper Talks, a sealion show 

and Meet a Creature sessions. You can also enjoy an Animal Encounter 

from just £20. From Saturday 13th Feb, the majority of Dino-Stone Park 

will reopen, allowing you to enjoy Twistosaurus, Cyclosaur, 

Pterodactyl, Dino Roller and Rotataur. 

From Friday 12th Feb, our cottages, log cabins and luxury Lodges will 

provide an ideal opportunity for both short breaks and longer holidays. 

For further information please call 0871 911 8000*.*This call costs 13p 

per minute plus your phone company’s access charge. 

For your chance to win a family ticket (valid until 06/03/16) 

just answer this question; 

Which of our animal babies is named Olmoti ? 

a) a tiger b) a black rhino c) a lemur 

WIN! 

a family ticket 

to East Riding 

Country Fair 

The Countryside is coming to town! 

The weekend is packed full of live entertainment, including falconry 

demonstrations, Inflatable assault courses, donkey rides, bouncy 

castles and slides, fun dog show, funfair, East Yorkshire scouts, 

Kirkbourne spaniels and much more If that all sounds like too much 

excitement then why not take a look at over 100 Trade Stands or have 

a walk around a selection of American Classic Cars that will also be on 

display across the Weekend. 

All of our activities are free in 2016 and entry for under 16s is also 

free. 

Just answer this question to win; 

What type of cars will you find on display across the Weekend? 

Enter online at www.primarytimes.net/nyorks/competitions 

OR through www.facebook.com/ptnyorks 

Closing Date: 11/02/16 




WIN! 

a family ticket for ‘Bright 

stars & Nature night walk’ 

at Rievaulx Terrace 

Sat 20 February 2016, 7pm 

With its wide open space to run, and winding woodland to hide in, 

Rievaulx Terrace is a great day out with plenty to discover! But have 

you ever visited when its pitch black, the owls are tweeting and the 

stars are bright? This February half term, we’re setting out to explore 

Rievaulx at night; you never know what you might find. 

Wrap up warm and join York Astronomy club to discover the sky above, 

and then head out on a nature night walk through the woods with our 

knowledgeable guide to hear animals in the dark. 

For your chance to win just answer this question: 

Which popular nursery rhyme is about stars? 

http://www.nationaltrust.org.uk/rievaulx-terrace 




WIN! 

a family ticket to see Tiny 

Time Tales: Jim of the Garden 

Written and directed by Cheryl Govan at the Stephen Joseph Theatre 

Barrington and Evelyn Marigold have green fingers, not literally, they 

just love gardening. Unfortunately they have a very large house but a 

teeny, weeny garden. Why not join the Tiny Time Tales gang to find 

out what happens, discover who Jim is and see who else we’ll bump 

into along the way? The usual Tiny time Tales nonsense with plenty of 

singing, dancing and joining in. 

For your chance to win simply answer this question: 

What colour fingers are good gardeners said to have? 




ALSO don’t forget to join us for a celebration of creative talent in our annual 

ReachOut Festival 2016 from February 15th to March 13th. Featuring a 

variety of workshops for all ages, youth theatre and school performances, a 

talent showcase, local play readings, choir night and more. The OutReach 

department works with, in and for the local community, encouraging people to 

engage with the work of the SJT through projects, courses, classes and work 

experience. For more info visit www.sjt.uk.com/theatre/reachout-festival-2016 

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Why did the boy throw the 

clock in the air? 

Because he wanted to 

see time fly! 

Harry H, aged 7 

Why did the robber 

take a bath? 

So he could make a 

clean get away! 

Anabel, aged 8 

Why is a fish easy to 

weigh? 

Because it has its 

own scales! 

Nadia, aged 6 

What did the banana 

say to the doctor? 

I’m not peeling 

well! 

Aakars, aged 9 

Send jokes to: 

Primary Times 

North Yorkshire, 

Schools Publishing Limited, 

St James’s House, 118 Greys 

Road, Henley on Thames, 

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