Dividing opinions when it comes to films isn’t a hard thing to do. Just bring up the James Bond franchise and you’re bound to split people right down the middle: who’s a Connery fan? Who preferred Moore’s humour to Brosnan’s steely composure? Why is Bond now blond-haired? Every person is going to have their own favourite Bond, Bond film and Bond villains or gadgets - it’s a given. Yet all the films are pretty much cut from the same cloth. They carry much the of the same themes (good vs evil), plot elements and over-the-top action sequences, so really, you just either need to be a fan of the franchise [...]

Many children are shy, hiding behind the legs of a parent or wishing not to be the centre of attention when a stranger visits. However, with a little time, most children soon lose their inhibitions and will be the visitor’s biggest fan by the end of the day. Lack of confidence is something altogether different. It can be very frustrating for the child and can lead to bullying by other, more self-assured children. One effective way to help your child gain confidence is to identify their strengths and talents - perhaps there is something they do as a hobby - and not only praise them, but suggest they might like to join a [...]