It's back to school next week and a welcome break from the kids, as much as I love them with so much time at home because of lockdown the end of the summer holidays will give us a bit of much needed breathing space.

And if you want to make the most of the extra free time to give your comping a boost, for a short time we are offering you the chance to try Simply Prizes free for a month, click here to find out more.

Making learning fun is always hard and I do appreciate the effort teachers make, but what could get kids more interested in space than having a star named after them? Here's your chance to win an Extra Bright Star gift set - closes 26th September 2021 - click here to enter

Question: What colour are the brightest stars in the night sky?

Our advice: White

Reading helps with imagination and concentration; we got the first three hooked on books but are still struggling with Ella so maybe this would help...

Win an epic book bundle from Toppsta! worth over £100 - closes 13th September 2021 - click here to enter

Question: The Summer Reading Challenge encourages children to read how many books over the summer holidays?

Our advice: Six

And they all grow so fast so any help with the school uniform is welcome, here's your chance to win a £200 M&S gift voucher - closes 28th September 2021 - click here to enter

Stay safe and good luck.

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