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Experiential learning – 100 words

January 24, 2023 By Ellen

Experiential learning I wash the clothes and fold them, neat dried. A deep inhale of breeze perfume or artificial flowers – mothers’ meditation. I will no longer pick socks and pants and shirts and pyjamas and jeans and towels off the floor. Especially towels. This you know. Bring them – it’s not far, a moment’s […]

Filed Under: boys, family, other things I have learned Tagged With: 100 words, 2023 challenge, family life, laundry

A class act – 100 words

January 5, 2023 By Ellen

A class act If I was a school bag, where would I hide With my grubby treasures and my slightly funky smell of biscuits and corridors with rows of hooks? I’d be protecting the crumpled letter – Dear Parent or Carer from October – the tops of pencils, the empty maths sets, the homework project, […]

Filed Under: family, other things I have learned Tagged With: 100 words, 100words, 2023 challenge, back to school, creative writing, School

5 Birthday Party Ideas for Children

November 1, 2022 By Ellen

Birthdays are huge milestones for both parents and children. It’s right that there’s no need to put in a lot of effort as they’re young and will likely forget but it doesn’t stop you from getting excited and putting on a full spread. If your child’s birthday’s coming up and you’re short of ideas, don’t […]

Filed Under: boys, family Tagged With: birthday party, cake, celebration, children, party theme, theme

Should I Consider Theatre School for My Child?

November 1, 2022 By Ellen

Should I Consider Theatre School for My Child? If you have a musically gifted or otherwise theatrical child, theatre school is worth considering. It can offer them the platform that they need to find their way into the industry whilst also continuing with their education. It’s often a misconception that stage schools focus solely on […]

Filed Under: boys, family Tagged With: acting, children education, confidence, creativity, drama, music, Theatre

Teaching Your Child to Use Social Media Responsibly

November 1, 2022 By Ellen

Teaching Your Child to Use Social Media Responsibly Social media has become a big part of our lives. For some it’s a way of exploring their passions and finding a similar community of people while for others it’s about staying connected with friends and family. Whatever they choose to use it for, it’s vital that […]

Filed Under: boys, family Tagged With: children, danger, education, safety, snopes, social media

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