Merida's new look might have got her in to the princess pack but has she lost her vote with parents?
Maggie Dent believes it comes down to the differences between boys and girls.
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Here are the tips and tricks of the trade you need to know.
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If your kids are excited about the release of Disney and Pixar's latest movie release Brave they will love this free printable colouring page of Merida's triplet brothers.
Simply download and print to get the kids colouring.
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26 Jun Download and print this free Princess Merida colouring page from the Disney Pixar movie Brave.
1 Mar The newest princess from Disney is more interested in shooting arrows and hunting bears than attending balls and finding Prince Charming.
18 Jul Why this new kids movie is genuinely Brave.
25 Jul Download and print this free 'My Little Pony' find-a-word for your child.
25 Jul Download and print this free 'My Little Pony' colouring page for your child.
27 Sep Download and print this free Tooth Fairy page for your child to colour in and decorate.
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Peppa is a loveable, cheeky little piggy who lives with her younger brother George, Mummy Pig and Daddy Pig and you could win a Peppa Pig DVD pack!
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