Youngsters

A caretaker dressed as the Grinch has been "arrested" by police - in a stunt to give nursery kids ''closure'' after a break-in.

Heartwarming moment police 'arrest' grinch after nursery break-in

The drive has raised over £15 million to support children from some of the poorest parts of the UK

Over 300,000 disadvantaged UK children will open gifts on December 25

Mice pies, Christmas pudding, and Christmas cake are just some of the few things Gen Z are turning their back on this Christmas

Gen Z are turning their back on Christmas traditional favourites

A poll of 2,000 parents with children aged between 10 and 20 found 85 per cent worry they will give their offspring bad financial advice

Parents worry they will give their kids bad financial advice

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Anti-social behaviour: Why it is one of the toughest issues to overcome

Binky Felstead encourages families to embrace the mud this half term as she's spotted going down a 2.5m high mudslide, created by Bosch at Mudchute Farm.

How Made in Chelsea's Binky is 'embracing' the mud this half term

Ruth Lue-Quee, education consultant from Staffordshire, who says period poverty is more widespread than people think

Secondary school teachers call for better and earlier period education

These cottages are the perfect places for a festive family get-together

Six idyllic cottages in Yorkshire perfect for a Christmas getaway

(Photos: TikTok/Getty Images/Nerd Wallet UK)

What's the deal with the 'I'll Buy It If It's Less Than' TikTok trend?

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Youngsters Inspired by England’s Euros Journey

It is possible to get quality family time without spending a penny

9 Reddit recommendations for free things to do with the kids

What makes a kid's 'perfect day' has been revealed - and they want to spend it with their parents

Ditch the mom guilt - here's how to achieve 'perfect days' with kids

Our picks of the top baby and toddler products to keep your little one cool in hot weather

Summer essentials to keep your baby or toddler cool in hot weather

School hosts party to cheer on ENGLAND at the Euros

School hosts party to cheer on England at the Euros

Kids eat free at Marco Pierre White's

Video: Kids can eat free or for £1 in summer holidays at these places

Ex-school teacher Rebecca Joynes, 30, has been jailed after being sentenced for six counts of engaging in sexual activity with a child. Picture: Greater Manchester Police

Maths teacher who had sex with pupils jailed

The top 30 activities kids most want to try
Sailing, quad biking and archery have topped a list of the 30 activities that bored kids most want to try.
Richard Jenkins

Manchester Crown Court, Minshull Street

Teacher who got pregnant by pupil found guilty of sex with two boys

Debbie Enver is preparing to release a book detailing the first year of her life without her beloved son Dan Robinson, who died after being struck by a van near to McDonald's on Penistone Road, Hillsborough in 2018

Dead boy, 15, saves 3 lives

Eating disorder charity Beat and a psychotherapist have warned against a 'dangerous' body image TikTok trend called 'starvemaxxing' which is encouraging youg boys and men to restrict their calorie intake. Stock image by Adobe Photos.

Eating disorder charity warns against 'starvemaxxing' TikTok trend

Video reveals gender stereotyping is still rife in children

Dolly Parton drops surprise deluxe 'Rockstar' album for fans on 78th birthday

Dolly Parton surprises fans with new music on 78th birthday

From the original 2004 film to the upcoming musical film, the cast of Mean Girls side by side. Pictures: Getty Images

Move over Mean Girls - 2024 is all about mean moms

Labour Party leader Sir Keir Starmer. (Picture: AFP via Getty Images)

Labour Party pledges to help children on NHS waiting lists

Several US states are suing the company which owns Facebook and Instagram, Meta, claiming that the social media platforms harm children's mental health. Image by Adobe Photos.

US states sue Meta claiming social media harms kids' mental health

Imagination is power - Cheltenham Literature Festival proves this in spades

Imagination is power - the Literature Festival proves this in spades Jamie Jones

TikTok has announced a partnership with BBC charity campaign Children in Need for the 2023 charity campaign. Images by Adobe Photos (left) and BBC (right).

TikTok announces collaboration with BBC Children in Need 2023

Kaie Willmott, aged 10, who was allegedly almost killed when he was supposedly forced to take part in the TikTok tap out challenge. Photo by SWNS.

Boy, 10, is almost killed by TikTok tap out challenge
Police are investigating what happened and said “incidents such as this are taken seriously”
Rochelle Barrand

We tested out what impact colourful packaging had on children's food choices

Children's health should be protected from unscrupulous marketing Jamie Jones

John Lewis has revealed the top 10 toys to buy this Christmas

John Lewis top 10 retro toys to make a comeback for Christmas 2023

There is serious concern about children and teenagers smoking. (Picture: Aleksandr Yu/Getty Images/iStockphoto)

Health director pens stern warning to parents about children vaping

David Harmes who posed as model scout to lure children admits sex offences against 45 children

Paedophile admits to sex offences against 39 children in UK & 6 in US

Many parents are searching for ways to keep the kids entertained during the six-week holiday period - without having to break the bank

The top 10 tips for an affordable summer with the kids

Four children found in Colombia 40 days after plane crash. Picture: JUAN BARRETO/AFP via Getty Images

Four children found alive 40 days after plane crashed in jungle

Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis

Prince George, Princess Charlotte & Prince Louis shine at coronation

Teens are more likely to listen to their parents than social media when it comes to big life decisions according to research. 26th April 2023.

75% of British teens say parents among most influential people

Children from theatre group Drama Geeks have an upcoming performance of We Will Rock You (young @part)

Young drama group prepare for summer show