Youngsters

Young Driver sessions are available on Wowcher

Discounts on driving experiences for teens ahead of Christmas

Younger motorists are increasingly choosing older vehicles as insurance and ownership costs continue to rise

Today's young drivers are ditching modern cars for cheaper classics

1,000 children aged 6-12 would eat three ice creams a day on holiday

The top 10 things kids would do on holiday if they were in charge

The budding cook is famed for his TikTok channel, Cooking with Carter.

4-year-old chef Carter has launched a range of recipes for children

Parents say that things like shape sorters and car garages do not hold their childrens' lasting interest.

From teddies to instruments - toys that lose kids’ attention fastest

Children take part in trying to guess adults' age based on the activities they enjoy

Kids reveal the top 10 signs you're getting old

It comes as 44 per cent wished they had more varied career options to better understand the job opportunities available

Over half of adults work in jobs they never imagined they'd do as kids

Parents' top school uniform confessions include colouring in their children's scuffed school shoes with markers and blow-drying damp uniforms minutes before the school run.

Parents use markers and blow-dryers to keep uniforms looking fresh

The new outdoor classroom ‘The Clean Planet Tent’ will enable another 1,000 students to be educated every year.

Ad Feature Clean Planet & Wakehurst open outdoor classroom at Kew’s wild gardens

Drink driver crashes into wall and leaves injured passengers behind

'Cowardly' driver crashes car and flees - with a passenger in the boot

Move over Gen Z - young Brits are more Gen T, after research found they would turn to a cuppa over an alcoholic drink when stressed out.

Gen Z turn to tea when stressed over an alcoholic drink

EE and BAFTA empower teens to create a film, mentored by Daisy Edgar Jones and an award-winning crew

Parents worry about their kids' career aspirations due to rise in tech

Over half of parents would like their children to spend more time outside

Brit kids get four hours of exercise per week - but 14 on screens

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
One in three parents are shirking conversations about money with their kids – because they don’t want them to make the same mistakes they did.
Oliver Lewis

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?

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

Frozen Kids 2 in 1 Backpack & Suitcase from Dunelm

Mums in awe of Dunelm's themed kids suitcases all saying same thing

The top 30 activities kids most want to try

Donal Mullaney’s £1,400 top price unbroken pup Jill

Youngsters to the fore at CCM Skipton online working sheepdog sale

Video reveals gender stereotyping is still rife in children

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

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
John Lewis has released a list of the top toys to buy for your kids this Christmas
Chelsie Sewell

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

Two children are in a life threatning condition after a knife attack in France

Breaking Two children in life-threatening condition after knife attack

Changing retorts at the London Gas Company’s works at Vauxhall in 1889. Picture for illustrative purposes by Rischgitz.

Research unearths children ‘worked to death’ in Industrial Revolution

Prince George, Princess Charlotte and Prince Louis

Breaking 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

Prince William shocked the teens during their school lunch break

Sixth formers stunned after random Facetime with Prince William

Alton Towers (Getty Images)

Alton Towers unveils new ‘hair-raising’ ride opening this year

Aldi Prime hydration drink deal: Craze continues as supermarket stocks drink by YouTube stars KSI & Logan Paul

Craze for Prime hydration drink continues with Aldi Specialbuy deal

NORAD Tracks Santa: how to follow Santa’s journey this Christmas Eve

Freya Skye is representing the UK at Junior Eurovision song contest in Armenia this weekend

Junior Eurovision to take place this weekend - how to watch

Young people are determined to find a job they enjoy – as over a quarter believe...

Chloe and Adam Sproule from Kesh, County Fermanagh being awarded for their bravery

Youngsters save themselves and granny from car inferno

Today only - children can video call Santa with their Christmas wishes

Parents of children aged 12 to 15 will be asked to give their consent if the jabs are approved for this age group (Photo: Getty Images)

Children aged 12 to 15 will need parental consent to get Covid jab

Brave cousins start fundraiser after both mums diagnosed with cancer

Tesco and McDonald’s are giving away free carrots for Rudolph - here’s how to ge...

How children can get a free letter from Santa this Christmas - and they are guar...

Youngsters invited to share their talents and win prizes

Youngsters lobby for BMX track

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Three quarters of teachers feel schools are not safe for pupils’ return, claims ...

Eboney Johnston, 16, leaving floral tributes at The Greenvale Hotel in Cookstown, Co. Tyrone, in Northern Ireland

More could have died outside St Patrick's Day crush disco, say police

A destroyed neighbourhood in Syria, April 2016

Brexit could hit refugees in NI, it is claimed

Cans of Red Bull, Monster and Relentless energy drinks. Children in England are to be banned from buying energy drinks under Government plans. Photo: Yui Mok/PA Wire

Top NI doctor: energy drinks ban for kids welcome

A selection of energy drinks on the market

Children to be banned from buying energy drinks under government plans

Carl Frampton

Boxer Carl Frampton inspires children at juvenile justice centre

A school desk

Pupils should be given information on abortion, Teachers conference hears

Kids learn gender stereotypes from TV and magazines

Rangers legend John Brown (left) with Arlene Foster and Gary Gibson of Rangers Soccer School. Photo: Tony Hendron/Tonypixnews

Youngsters hone skills at new Rangers soccer school in Northern Ireland

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