Parents and carers from around the Forth Valley voted free Bookbug Sessions; with stories, songs and rhymes at local libraries; as the top activity to do with children in the local area.

A poll, as part of the Scottish Government's PlayTalkRead campaign, asked parents and carers of 0-3 year olds to vote for their favourite thing to do to help create the 30 Things To Do list.

Ninth on the list was counting the swans at Gartmorn Dam, but no other activity available in Clackmannanshire made it to the top 30.

Minister for Children and Young People, Aileen Campbell, said: “This list of the best things to do has been created by parents for parents.

“As a mum of two, I enjoy doing many of the activities included on the 30 things lists with my boys. It’s great that some of the best ways to spend time with your children don’t need to involve lots of toys or equipment.

“Making the most of the great outdoor activities we have on our doorstep and trips to the library are all enjoyable, free ways to spend time together with your children.”

Splashing around at The Helix in Falkirk was voted second in the poll and reading the signs about the animals at Blair Drummond came third.

Created with the help of parents across Forth Valley, as well as the input of early years practitioners, the list included fun, free and easy playing, talking and reading activities.

Votes were cast on a range of activities, from looking for fairies at Doon Hill fairy walk near Aberfoyle, to following the signs for Loch Lubnaig and skimming stones.