Since schools in the UK and across other parts of the world are currently closed, parents are now home schooling or 'crisis schooling' and help their children with their learning at home. … [Read more...]
Becoming an Usborne books ambassador!
A couple of days ago, I took the leap to become an Usborne books ambassador and I can’t tell you how excited I am about it. Usborne is the UK’s leading specialist children’s book publisher: an … [Read more...]
Interactive learning with Osmo
One evening after looking on Facebook D came running upstairs to tell me about a learning app a friend was using for his children. Just when you thought you knew all about the ways to use … [Read more...]
Having a Baby During Coronavirus
Having a Baby During Coronavirus? Coping with Pregnancy in Isolation Having a baby, at any time, can be daunting, let alone being faced with pregnancy during the coronavirus lockdown. For some coping … [Read more...]
Why playing outside is so important for children
With iPads and TV screens taking up a huge chunk of time everyday, children today are hardly getting outdoor exposure, and that’s bad, in more ways than one. Time and time again, studies … [Read more...]
How parents can help improve their childs writing
Helping to improve a child's writing skills can set the stage for a more successful education and the ability to communicate clearly. Writing is a skill that requires fine motor skills to hold the … [Read more...]
Getting outside with Seekers magnetic scavenger hunt
Earlier in the week, I put together a list of free online resources for home schooling. I started with great intentions but I’ve not been doing as much as I hoped. I don’t have the patience, … [Read more...]
Free resources for homeschooling
I never have been and never will be a home schooler, we are only in our first morning of french school closures due to the corona virus and I don't know how people do it long term. Have a look at this … [Read more...]
Free stories for children
Have you seen my new header? It has been designed by Charlene Mitchell. Charlene trained as a professional illustrator at one of the UK’s top Art Schools. She has worked with some of the … [Read more...]
How to Prepare Your Child for College Admissions
Preparing to join a college is nerve-racking. With so many issues to consider, it’s easy to miss out on essential aspects that might make the entire process a smooth sail. Here are a handful of tips … [Read more...]
Health Tips to Avoid Age-Related Illnesses
Certain ailments tend to come up later in life. Diabetes, heart disease, osteoarthritis, and memory loss are some of the most common illnesses that afflict many older people. Diseases and health … [Read more...]
How to flourish in college
If you’re a young person about to enter college, you probably imagine it’s like high school but with a little more freedom. You’ll have the choice to live at home or move away. You’ll also enjoy more … [Read more...]