A study of 1,000 parents and their kids aged 6-11 has revealed what the youngsters really think about their packed lunches with many swapping items with their friends at school for something tastier. Seven in 10 parents say the…
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Today was the big day (04/09/2019). The girls’ dad was dropping them off at school today, but I sneaked into the playground. As my youngest, the school starter, shouted Mummy at me from across the playground, I burst into…
The last day of the summer term always seems to be somewhat eventful for me. Back in 2010, following a supposed missed miscarriage and much time off, the final day of term was a Friday. I was celebrating in…
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5 Effective Ways To Tame a Toddler Tantrum
There are many ways to work through an outburst without trouble, and here are some of the most effective ways: Prevention is key Make sure that you take time each day to give your child your full attention. Set…
Think about your best memories of being a child and bet you one or more of them will include as aspect of play. Personally, I remember spending hours and hours riding bikes up and down the hill outside my…
My daughter came home from Nursery, the first day back after the half term, and she didn’t quite seem herself. She wanted me to play with her, be with her, cuddle her, for me to tell her that I…
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Rewarding Good Attendance in Schools: my opinion
We all know that good attendance at school is beneficial for all involved, but sometimes, having a day or two off is unavoidable. Schools usually have a 48-hour sickness policy in place meaning a child cannot return until 48…
The English capital has been a popular destination for tourists from all over the globe for years, and today it’s one of the most multicultural cities in the world. Not only is it a hub of culture and creativity,…
Ask any nursery or reception teacher for an important area in their classroom and I bet they’ll say ‘the role play area’. Whether it’s a castle or a home, a shop or a time machine, it has endless possibilities, and…
As my youngest daughter approaches her fourth birthday in a few days and the start of full-time school in September, I find myself thinking about how rapidly the last few years have gone. From her quick, but traumatic birth,…
