Parents rushing to Primark as Disney must-have is slashed from £25 to £2 – it’ll keep your kids entertained all summer
THE summer holidays are finally here and that means parents are trying all sorts of ways to keep their little ones happy and entertained.
Luckily, Primark have got you covered with a bargain buy your kids will love.
Posting in the popular money-saving Facebook group Extreme Couponing and Bargains UK, one savvy mum raved about the Disney buy she got her hands on for just £2.
“Worth checking Primark, this was in Nottingham today, they also had Minnie Mouse ones,” she wrote alongside a snap of the Disney-themed tepee.
The large white tent has a Mikey Mouse design, and from the look of the pictures is plenty big enough for young kids to create a small den, or get some shade outside.
Originally priced at £25, the deal is simply too good to miss.
“Great find, I’ll have to keep an eye out for one,” one person commented.
“Blimey! I bought this in Primark a few months ago for £7. Thought that was a bargain then but £2 is amazing,” a second added.
“It would perfect for the kids for the beach,” someone else chimed in.
But the bargain buy isn’t the only deal parents are loving from Primark right now.
Shoppers also have been raving about a £3 buy that will help keep kids busy for the next six weeks.
Posting on social media, one influencer shared her savvy parenting hack using the item.
Katie explained that she took her daughter Luna, three, litter picking – yes, you heard that correctly.
She said: “Let’s be honest, we are all desperately trying to think of ways to entertain our children right now in the summer holidays which isn’t gonna cost any money and is getting us out of the house.
“So today I decided to take my three-year-old litter picking.”
Katie confirmed that she bought a crab grabber for the activity, as she added: “Now yes, I did pay for the £3 claw grabbers from Primark.
But the bargain buy would also make a great beach toy for little ones.
How to survive six weeks of school summer holidays
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BATTLING BOREDOM: Despite hours of activities and playdates, if your kids are already complaining there’s nothing to do, parenting expert Liat Hughes Joshi says: “Don’t feel you have to organise every second of the holidays. Kids benefit from boredom and learn to make their own fun.
“Boredom can trigger creative and imaginative play but you need to encourage kids to get used to not being told how to spend their time.
“Ride out the pleas of boredom. Counter it with comments such as, ‘What do you think you could do?’ and maybe have a list of ‘I’m bored’ activity ideas on the fridge.”
SCREEN OVERLOAD: It’s tempting during the holidays to rely on a digital babysitter but don’t let them gawp their whole summer away in front of a screen.
Liat says: “It’s unfair to expect older kids to power down but it’s important to set some ground rules.
“Set family tech rules together. If you’re often distracted by your phone, follow the rules too. Maybe tell the kids they aren’t allowed any screen time until they’ve done set chores, some exercise, or a board game.
“Are there times when you’d like to ban screens completely? Perhaps during dinner or when they have friends over to visit.
“Tech is a battleground for parents, but you have to set boundaries. Stand firm and be prepared to be unpopular.”
TOO MUCH TOGETHERNESS: You love your kids, but being with them 24/7 can be exhausting. Do not feel guilty if you need a bit of downtime.
Liat says: “If you’re juggling work and household tasks as well as occupying the kids, it’s normal to start feeling overwhelmed or jaded and in need of some peace.
“If you can’t afford or don’t want to send your kids to all-day camps, look for free kids’ workshops so you can get on with jobs or have a break for a couple of hours.
“Seeking a spell of quiet every now and then doesn’t make you a bad parent — in fact it will probably make you more positive and enthusiastic when you are with the kids.”
SCHEDULING CONFLICT: Schedules can go out the window during holidays, but late nights and early mornings can mean tired and unhappy children.
Dr Tamara Bugembe, paediatrician and founder of Helperbees.co.uk says: “Children get grumpy, test boundaries and become challenging when routines are broken.
“Sticking to some kind of routine during the holidays is a good idea.
“We release hormones at different times of the day and when regular meal times and bed times are broken, it causes dips and peaks in mood.
“Holidays are about having fun but an early night once or twice a week will make everyone happier.”
EXCESS ENERGY: Make sure kids get out in the fresh air to tire them out — and make them healthier and happier.
Dr Bugembe says: “Sunshine also tops up vital vitamin D levels which helps improve bone strength and energy levels in children. Our levels run low in winter so let the kids stock up in warmer weather.
“Letting them run around in shorts and a T-shirt is the best way to top up. Make sure they’re wearing sun cream, get outside and have fun.
“Encourage them to try healthy habits such as cycling and walking. They’ll hopefully get hooked and want to carry them on when the weather gets colder.”