Back to School: Learning at Home Is Important Too

Your child's daily learning shouldn't just be confined to the classroom, as it's important that they take in as much as possible from an early age. At TJ Hughes we stock a great variety of toys, arts and crafts items, and furniture – all of which will ensure their minds stay stimulated.

Toys for Education

Getting your children into the habit of thinking logically and solving problems is important, especially in the case of younger ones who have just started school. Our range of learning and education toys will ensure they get off on the right foot. We have fun jigsaws, as well as educational laptops and tablets that will serve as a nice introduction to modern technology.

Arts and Crafts

As all children learn in different ways, encouraging them to express their creative side is just as important as helping them learn how to read, write, add and subtract. We have a whole range of arts and crafts items that will allow your child to create their own pieces of art – from easels and crayons to loom bands and bracelet kits.

Furniture for Learning

Our range of wooden children's desks will provide your little one with a piece of furniture that will encourage them to draw, read and write. As they're practically and classically designed, they'll fit right into any bedroom or playroom, regardless of the existing design or theme. For bedrooms with limited space, we have the Barcelona Bedsitter Bunk, which comes with a desk underneath.

TJ Hughes – the Place for Home Learning Items

We understand how important your children's education is, which is why we stock everything you'll need to continue their learning at home at fantastic discount prices. If you'd like more information on any of our items, please don't hesitate to get in touch with our customer service department by sending us a query or calling 0844 576 0272. Alternatively, you can follow us on Twitter and interact with us on there.

Five Ways to Ensure You Pack the Perfect Suitcase

The best way to make sure your holiday starts off well is by properly packing your suitcase. For many of us it's a bridge we cross only when we come to it – and frantically. Leaving it until half an hour or so before you're scheduled to set out for the airport is no good, as you're bound to forget at least one essential item, and will probably pack way too much of something else.

There's no definitive way to pack for a holiday, as locations and durations can greatly differ. However, there are a few things all suitcase-packers should consider. Here are a few pointers:

1. Pick a Practical Suitcase

The size of your suitcase will depend largely on the length of your trip, as for a two-week holiday you would of course need more luggage than you would for a weekend away. In either scenario you should take one that has enough space for everything and is easy to carry and wheel around. We have a large selection of great value suitcases that are ideal for any holidaymaker.

2. Check the Forecasts

Researching the weather prior to your trip might seem like obvious advice, but it's essential to packing a good suitcase. A forecast will give you a good point of reference and a much better idea of what sort of clothes you should take. Your destination's typical conditions might not prevail while you're there.

3. Rolling Instead of Folding

A good trick for avoiding heavy creasing, particularly in T-shirts, is rolling them into bundles instead of folding. It can also save you quite a lot of space sometimes as well – especially towards the end of a trip when you have souvenirs to fit in. Rolling your clothes can be a very useful tactic if you will be travelling round on your holiday and staying in more than one hotel, as it will keep creases to a minimum.

4. Sun Creams

One of the main reasons we go on holiday is to enjoy some much-needed sunshine. To make sure your skin remains protected against the sun and is allowed to tan nicely, you should invest in a range of different sun creams and tanning lotions. This leads us nicely on to the final piece of advice...

5. Make Sure Liquids are Separately Wrapped

Sun creams, deodorants, shower gels, shampoos and any other such liquids should all be wrapped up together in a bag (or several) before you put them in your suitcase with your clothes and other items.

The last thing any holidaymaker wants to see when they unzip their case upon arrival at the hotel is clothes covered in sun cream from a burst bottle. It's also important to bear in mind that no bottles in hand luggage can have more than a 100ml capacity.

TJ Hughes – Helping You Enjoy Your Holiday

We want you to truly get the most out of your holiday, so feel free to browse our website and take a good look at our luggage items as well as our discounted mens' and womens' clothing – you may just find a bargain.