As some of you may know, Francesca was born in Russia and is very interested in her 'motherland'. For some time she has had a big interest in Siberian tigers and recently has become very concerned about their endangered status. So recently she decided that she would like people to donate money to help protect Siberian tigers instead of giving her birthday presents. All the money raised is going to Wildlife Vets International, a West Yorkshire based charity which works hard protecting Siberian tigers and other endangered species.

Francesca is turning six next week. She is a little girl with a big heart and she would be thrilled to bits if you could contribute towards her cause. Thank you for every donation!

PS - don't worry - she has also asked for a pair of roller skates which her mum and dad are going to get her ;-)