Christmas Movie Index The best family Christmas movies of all time The holiday season is here, so it’s time for the whole family to snuggle up in front of the TV and watch all the best Christmas movies. After all, one of the most festive things about Christmas is drinking a warm mug of hot chocolate, rewatching old classics and discovering new favourites. In our list of the top 50 family Christmas films of all time, you’ll find a mix of old and new with something for everyone to enjoy. Below we reveal the most Googled family Christmas movies in cities across the UK and countries abroad. The T ..read more

The World's Favourite Disney Characters Who are the most popular Disney and Pixar characters across the world? Disney has given the world some of the most loved and memorable fictional characters of all time. Since the start, we’ve been growing up watching our favourite characters in Disney movies and playing with Disney toys modelled after them. The Walt Disney Company created the famous Disney Princesses and popular Pixar movies, but which are the most-loved characters on our screens? To find out, we investigated the number of Instagram hashtags, Google searches worldwide, GIFS on Giphy, an ..read more

Learning through play is important for children of all ages, helping them to develop skills such as critical thinking, collaboration, problem-solving, and creativity. Playful experiences can allow them to learn, connect, and engage with their surroundings in a variety of ways. Read on to discover the best activities for children to learn through play. Sand play Children have been learning through playing with sand for generations. Sand play isn’t just a lot of fun for young kids; it can also equip them with a range of skills, from number concept and knowledge of capacity and volume to fine mo ..read more

Throwing a birthday party for your child can be a lot of fun, and seeing the look on their face as they celebrate their big day can be heart-warming. However, you might be worried about the cost of hosting a birthday bash for your little one, especially if times are tight. Read on for our top 10 hacks for hosting a party on a budget.  Choose a venue that’s free or cheap Since the venue can take up a significant chunk of your budget when hosting a party, it makes sense to choose one that’s either free or cheap. Your local park or the beach are good options, particularly for spring or summ ..read more

Calling all creative kids! We are looking for a new Junior Toy Designer with a huge imagination to join our children’s toys design team here at PoundToy. Who better to dream up the next big thing to hit the toy shelves than a kid who actually knows what other kids want? Does your child have a giant imagination? Can they be found dreaming up new games and make-believe amusements? If so, we need their creative mind to design our next toy. All they need to do is design their dream toy and tell us a little bit about it, and the winning design will be brought to life as we mock up a design for the ..read more

Sensory toys have become increasingly popular in recent years, with many parents hoping they will encourage early development in their children. Read on to find out more about sensory toys and how they can help your child to grow and develop. What are sensory toys? Sensory toys are specially designed to stimulate one or more of the senses, including sight, hearing, touch, smell, and taste. They are used to help children make sense of the world around them. Sensory toys come in a variety of different forms, ranging from rattles and percussion instruments to crinkly books, shiny surfaces, and x ..read more

Falling temperatures and the leaves on the trees turning orange, red, and brown mean that autumn is finally upon us. For many families, it’s the best season of them all. There’s so much to do at this time of year, with exciting activities suitable for adults and children alike. Read on for our rundown of the top 10 autumn activities for the whole family. Go on a woodland walk There’s no better way to kick off autumn than by going on a woodland walk. Fantastic for both body and mind, it’s a great chance to soak up the sights and sounds that make this season so unique. As you trek through the p ..read more

How many people still sleep with a teddy bear? The godfather of the soft toy world is undoubtedly the teddy bear, the classic cuddly childhood companion of millions for generations. Since its invention in the early 20th century the teddy bear as we know it has conquered all corners of the globe by the side of the youngest in society. Many children often sleep with a teddy bear or other soft toys to not feel so alone at night and to have a chum watching over them.  But does everyone grow out of this phase? By conducting a survey of the adult British public’s policy when it comes to teddy ..read more

Where are the most loved parks in the UK for a day out? Many people love a day out at the park, the mixture of fresh outdoor air, pleasant views and fun activities all combine to make parks a lot of fun. Moreover, parks are a great place to take the family as they are often a great source of entertainment for children.  To determine where the best and most popular parks are in the country we looked at reviews from people who have used them to create a ranking list of the nations top fifty favourite parks.  Five most popular parks 1: Richmond Park, London - 7.73/10 The highest-rated ..read more

The Cost of Raising a Family around the Globe  Where in the world is it most affordable to raise a family, and where does it cost the most?  Raising a family can be one of the biggest challenges of many peoples lives, as raising and caring for children can result in a great expense and drain on personal resources. There are many things to take into consideration when working out the cost of raising a family, including the cost of living in a bigger house, increased utilities and broadband usage, shopping and other living costs, as well as the price of an education. By combining dat ..read more