Month September 2017
In the words of Pablo Picasso: “Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once he grows up.” Children know how to play; they are born with the instinct to explore and enjoy the world… Continue Reading →
What does a rice sand tray have to do with handwriting? We think it’s a fun component of Twinkl Handwriting practice! Twinkl’s new handwriting scheme covers letter formation for the whole alphabet, and we’ve been testing the KS2 continuous cursive version…. Continue Reading →
Twinkl Handwriting is a comprehensive new handwriting scheme, suitable for KS1 and KS2 (ages 5 to 11). It’s available in both cursive and continuous cursive fonts; we’ve tested the KS2 continuous cursive version. There are separate activity packs for each… Continue Reading →
Ahoy there, did ye know that September 19 is International Talk Like A Pirate Day? It’s been celebrated annually ever since 2002! It’s super fun silliness, of gold doubloon quality, and ideal for engaging kids in a mini-topic, or just… Continue Reading →
Small space homes are as suited to homeschooling as large homes. There are so many different ways to home educate, and they don’t all involve having a dedicated schoolroom or study area. Opt to go structured or unschool. Follow a… Continue Reading →
Freshwater Habitats Trust are running a Clean Water for Wildlife survey, to assess pollution levels and discover new clean water sites. I signed up to take part as this is an ideal geoscience learning opportunity! Any freshwater site will do –… Continue Reading →
