1 CHARLIE & LOLA'S BEST BESTEST PLAY

An entertaining mix of music and puppetry, this is the first stage appearance for the popular TV brother and sister Charlie and Lola, based on the books by Lauren Child. Suitable for ages 4-7.
Polka Theatre, 240 The Broadway, SW19 (www.polkatheatre.com 020-8543 4888), until Jul 27

2 BAT AND MOTH NIGHT

Part of the National Insect Week, this evening stroll, led by the Sheringham Park warden, enables children to learn more about the creatures that only go out at night. Booking essential.
Sheringham Park, Wood Farm, Upper Sheringham (www.national trust.org.uk 01263 820550), Jul 4 (8-11pm)

3 THORNHILL'S TREASURE

Sir James Thornhill spent 19 years working on the Painted Hall. Now kids can take part in an epic masterpiece by creating their own art inspired by Thornhill's work. Suitable for children aged 5-11.
Old Royal Naval College, King William Walk, SE10 (www.oldroyalnavalcollege.org 020-8269 4747), Sun (noon-3pm)

4 WHAT THE VICTORIANS DID FOR US

A tribute to the Victorian age, thanks to the Tower Bridge Exhibition, with challenging games from the period, such as hopscotch or cup and ball, as well as a prize quiz.
Tower Bridge Exhibition, Tower Bridge, SE1 (www.towerbridge.org.uk 020-7403 3761), daily, until Sept 7

5 LAZYTOWN LIVE!

A stage version of the TV hit in which the pink- haired Stephanie meets the world's laziest super-villain, Robbie Rotten.
Cambridge Corn Exchange, Wheeler Street (www.cornex.co.uk 01223 357851), Sat & Sun

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