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Survey shows handwriting is losing valuable time to other subjects

TES recently surveyed 1,008 parents of primary-aged children and 251 primary school teachers and found a shocking 37% (over a third) of children aged between seven and nine, and 28% of children aged 11 or under are not able to use joined-up handwriting. Angela Webb, the chair of the National Handwriting Association, said: “If children learn […]

Educational Apps for Kids

It’s amazing how quickly our kids get to grips with today’s modern technology. Before long, they know more about our iPhones and Samsung Galaxy’s than we do, and we’re the ones learning from them! Of course, these devices hold many educational benefits for our little ones. The App Store is filled with loads of great […]

One in two children refuse to eat veg

Almost half of British children REFUSE to eat vegetables, according to a new study of parents.  Researchers surveyed UK parents about the eating habits of their children – and revealed a staggering 75% have worries or concerns about their fussy eating.  A further 52% percent claimed their child’s refusal to eat healthy foods is a […]

Understanding Child Maintenance And How To Claim

Separating from your partner is difficult at the best of times, but it becomes a whole lot harder when there are kids involved. Not only do you need to decide who they will live with and how often the other parent will see them, you must also ensure that you are both paying towards their […]

Crafty Garden Ideas

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We may have missed out on Organic September, but that should not stop you!  Here are some ideas to share with your children,  grow your own herbs and fruit – maybe a great activity to do as a family for these autumn weekends….  click on the following activities for more information. Build a bottle bird feeder: […]

Flying with Children

How to Deal With Sibling Rivalry

Sibling rivalry is extremely common, particularly in twins who often compete against each other. But rivalry isn’t always bad, and can actually aid the development of your children, instilling a sense of healthy competition into them. In fact, most of the time your children are simply vying for your attention. However, when the fighting gets […]