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Aftermath – 105 words

January 5, 2022 By Ellen

Aftermath. They went back into their box, the shiny balls and sparkly strings, the lights, the red and green, and all the things no one believes in. Someone asked ‘Who made this one?’ A daubed reindeer, it’s glitter balding. It was a hopeful child, certain that He would bring the gifts and make the magic. […]

Filed Under: boys, family, other things I have learned Tagged With: 100 words, Christmas, creative writing, decorations, parenthood

The Benefits of Technology in Schools

September 19, 2021 By Ellen

Technology is progressing at a phenomenal rate and is heavily relied upon in most industries, so it would be foolish not to incorporate it into education. With the help of an A/V Company, there are lots of benefits to embracing technology in the classroom, as explored below by a prep school in Surrey. Technology is […]

Filed Under: boys, review Tagged With: education, School, teaching, technology

How to Raise a Respectful Child

August 16, 2021 By Ellen

All parents hope to raise a respectful child; a youngster who follows the rules, looks after their own and other people’s belongings, and is kind and polite. Of course, teaching them good manners is a great place to start, but there are plenty of other ways to instil respect. Read on for some advice from […]

Filed Under: boys, review Tagged With: children, kindness, respect

5 Wednesday

August 8, 2021 By Ellen

Things there are no words for   The exact exasperation of a fly buzz-by again. Jump-scare daylight after a matinee. The beat-beat calm before bad news bites. And when you see your son as a reasonable human being… and quite like him. Someone put sugar in the tea and didn’t tell you, or salt. Wondering […]

Filed Under: boys, other things I have learned Tagged With: creative writing, impossibilities, love, poem, poetry

Exploring Creative Writing With Your Child

April 12, 2021 By Ellen

Giving your child as many opportunities as possible to explore creative writing will not only help hone their reading and writing skills and vocabulary range, but also give them a chance to use their imagination and creativity. They might also find it a good outlet for expressing their thoughts and feelings. Read on for some […]

Filed Under: boys, review Tagged With: child, creative writing, School

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