Online and in the shops: LEGO Time Teacher

* Vibrant colours: The new children’s spring collection at Heatons offers on-trend vibrant colours in comfortable and easy-to-wear fabrics, like this pretty dress and leggings set, €12.

The range features everything from fresh florals, polka dots and Peter Pan collars for girls to bright checks, dapper denim and bold stripes for boys. Available from all Heatons stores and online at www.heatonsstores.com,

* Right stuff: These long-sleeve slogan t-shirts are €6.50 each and are included in the ‘2 for €10’ promotion which began on Feb 19 at Mothercare, where there’s a range of t-shirts on offer from toddler up to age 8; www.mothercare.ie

* Avoiding spills: Giving medicine to young children can sometimes be a sticky business. The Spilly Spoon is a children’s medicine spoon that can be laid flat on a surface awaiting administration, without spilling. The medicine can be measured accurately on the calibrated section and the caterpillar styling appeals to children. Hey Baby is the first Irish stockist of the Spilly Spoon which costs €7.99; www.heybaby.ie.

* Timely aid: Learn to tell the time with the LEGO Time Teacher set which includes a LEGO minifigure link watch, a constructible demonstration clock and a set of illustrated time teaching activity cards. Suitable for ages six and over and available in pink or blue, it’s available from Argos, one of its Holy Communion gift ideas this year. €41.99; www.argos.ie.

* Light stroller: The Silver Cross Pop Filigree Pushchair is a lightweight multiposition stroller which comes with a hood, rain cover, shopping basket, shoulder carry strap and cup. Suitable from birth, this practical all-rounder is available from nursery stores for €159.95, including accessories; www.silvercross.co.uk