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Rainbow's Rod, Jane & Freddy Reunite for Comeback

The beloved stars of 80s children's show Rainbow are making a sensational return to the stage, bringing back the magic that captivated a generation with their iconic songs and characters.

Best New Children's Books 2025 - Guardian Picks

Discover the best new picture books and novels for children and teens this autumn. From magical adventures to heartfelt stories, find your child's next favourite read in our expert roundup.

Children to judge Booker Prize from 2026

In a groundbreaking literary revolution, the Booker Prize announces children will join adult judges to select winners from 2026, transforming how children's literature is celebrated and evaluated.

Children's Booker Prize 2025: 'You Matter' Theme

The prestigious Children's Booker Prize announces a transformative new focus for 2025, directly telling young readers 'You Matter' through literature that validates their experiences and emotions.

Booker Prize Launches Children's Booker Award

The prestigious Booker Prize expands its literary empire with the Children's Booker, chaired by Frank Cottrell-Boyce, aiming to champion children's literature and create lifelong reading habits.

Clive King, Stig of the Dump Author, Dies Aged 94

Celebrating the extraordinary life and legacy of Clive King, the beloved children's author whose timeless classic Stig of the Dump continues to enchant generations of young readers.

Waitrose sacks autistic volunteer over 'behaviour'

Supermarket giant Waitrose has sparked outrage after dismissing an autistic volunteer from its Cheadle store following complaints about his behaviour, raising serious questions about corporate disability inclusion.

Ultimate Guide to the Best Kids' Bikes

Discover the best children's bikes for every age and stage, from balance bikes to first pedal bikes and beyond. Our expert guide helps you make the right choice for your young cyclist.

Waitrose sacks autistic volunteer after pay request

Exclusive: Supermarket giant Waitrose terminates autistic volunteer's position after his family requested he receive payment for years of unpaid shelf-stacking work, sparking disability rights concerns.

Mother jailed for life after murdering autistic son

A 35-year-old mother has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the brutal murder of her five-year-old autistic son in a case that has shocked the nation and raised serious questions about support for families with special needs children.

Four Stroud children found safe after overnight search

Four children from Stroud, aged 12-15, were discovered safe and well after a massive overnight search operation across Wiltshire countryside, bringing immense relief to their families and emergency services.

Children aged 10 and 9 charged in firearm case

Two primary school children have been formally charged after a serious incident involving a firearm in Westminster, leaving community members and authorities deeply concerned about youth crime.

Mother smothered autistic son after hearing voices

A heartbroken mother suffering from psychosis smothered her five-year-old autistic son with a pillow after hearing voices that told her he 'didn't belong in this world', as harrowing court case reveals.

Autistic girl, 5, vanishes from Texas elementary school

A five-year-old autistic girl wandered unnoticed from her Texas elementary school, triggering a massive search operation and raising serious questions about school security protocols for vulnerable children.

Maximise Your Child's £9,000 Junior ISA Allowance

Discover expert strategies for navigating Junior ISA rules, comparing account types, and building substantial tax-free savings for your children's future in our comprehensive 2025 guide.

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