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Holidays and Fun
"Holidays and Fun" can sound like foreign language to many single parents, particularly anyone on a budget. But there are organisations that can help you to get away for less. We also have some great ideas for keeping the school holidays fun for kids - and less stressful for you.
- Holidays
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A list of organisations offering holidays for single parents and families on low income, plus companies who offer good deals for one parent families. Some single parent self help groups also organise holidays for their members - see the Groups section for a list of groups in your area.
- Stress Free School Holidays
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The school holidays can seem very long if you have children to entertain on very little money. They can get bored and irritable and you get stressed. Here are some ideas for keeping everyone occupied and, if they are happy, so will you be.
- Childcare
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Finding childcare can be a potential minefield if you are not a parent or carer "in the know". The childcare you might use will depend on various factors: what your needs are, how old your child is, what is available in your particular area, location, what is affordable to you and waiting lists, to name a few.
- Storytelling tips
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Useful tips for telling stories to your children and some websites with stories to tell.
- Book Reviews
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