Family
—Books, toys and LEGO for every family moment.Books, toys and LEGO that survive real kids and still earn their shelf space. This is where our family-facing reviews live — from bedtime reads to the sets you'll (be honest) end up building yourself long after the kids wander off. Choose a shelf below, or see what's fresh.
Latest for the Family
Fresh reviews and posts from across this section
LEGO Date Night: Building Together Instead of Binge-Watching
We swapped Friday-night Netflix for LEGO. Here's how building together — split by side, by role, or by section — became our favourite evening ritual.
The Hobbit – Where Middle-earth Began and Never Got Better
The Hobbit is a fantastic, propulsive page-turner and the perfect doorway into Middle-earth. A perfect 10/10, and a book every dad should read aloud.
The Lord of the Rings – The Milestone Everyone Should Read
The Lord of the Rings is a milestone in the history of storytelling and the foundation of modern fantasy. A perfect 10/10 that everyone should read once.
Top Buying Guides
Best-of picks and comparisons for this section
LEGO Storage & Sorting Guide: The Anti-Chaos System (2026)
Sort by shape, not colour. The definitive LEGO storage guide for dads with big collections — from display bricks to pro sorting systems.
Best Family Board & Card Games for Game Night
Our dad-tested guide to the best family board and card games for game night in 2026: gateway games for mixed ages, quick fillers, and a deeper game for the older kid. Top pick: Ticket to Ride First Journey.
Best First Cameras & Creative Tech for Kids (Screen-Free Creativity)
Our dad-tested guide to the best first cameras and creative tech for kids in 2026: a real first camera, instant-print fun, a screen-free doodle board, a karaoke mic and a pretend-phone. Top pick: the Hangrui Kids Camera.
