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This is where we’ll keep you up-to-date on any Little Kickers news, as well as stories from the wider world of soccer, sport, parenting, child development or anything else that catches our eye and we think you’d find interesting. You’ll also be able to read our blog here, so please check back regularly.
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Early language skills 'key to later success'
Children with poor language skills at age five are significantly more likely to struggle with maths at age 11, a study for Save the Children suggests.
Preschools turn children on to learning
Preschools help boost the academic careers of children who have fewer educational experiences at home, a study suggests.
Little Pirates!
Little Pirates Enjoying a Weekend of Swashbuckling Soccer for Sport Relief! read more...
The Inspirational World Cup
By "Coach Dave" - Dave Homer, Little Kickers Stourbridge and West Birmingham read more...
Footy for Food
Footy for Food - play soccer for food.
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Kids say the funniest things...
Toddlers' have an innate love of learning and their in-built curiosity about the world certainly gets them chatting. From asking how things work to where they come from and everything in between, toddlers are talkers, all right. Since little ones live in the moment, they'll say whatever's on their minds whenever - and wherever - they think of it. And that can result in some embarrassing situations that (in time) are pretty funny
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10 signs you're the parent of a toddler
Dizzily thrilled if you get a post-7am lie-in? Realised mid story that your actually retelling an episode of Iggle Piggle!? If any of the above seem wearily familiar to you, then you must be a parent of a toddler!
How many of these sound familiar to you!?
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Life Hacks
It's all part of the service, team! We're here to make your life that little bit easier and slightly more fun! Some of these ideas may not apply to you, but on the off chance they do come in useful, remember where you found out!
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Sibling Rivalry
Having asked my 11 year old daughter why she thinks she and her brother squabble – “I find him annoying and he’s jealous of me” – I thought it might be interesting to do a bit more research into the subject, why siblings argue and ways in which experts feel it ought to be dealt with – is there a more scientific method than just confiscating pocket money and sending kids to their rooms?!
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#IceBucketChallenge
The Internet is awash with viral videos of the rich and famous dousing themselves with buckets of ice cold water to raise money for charity, but why are they doing it? What’s the motive behind the movement?
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Method in our madness
There is always a method to our madness. We create games that hold creative and imaginative elements in abundance. That being said, they will always have a focus, whether that is a particular football skill or social skill will depend on the game. We understand the skills can be difficult to spot as we hide them well. So, step into our world...
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Learning with Lenny
Lenny has created a cool game to help him with his shooting! Challenge someone in your family and see who will win our target practice game!
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Frozen Banana Pops
With the autumnal months fast approaching we spoke to head chef Bryan Haramoto to create us a fun tasting treat for kids in the remaining days of our great British Summer!
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