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The Importance of Text and Visual Learning

Minimalism (a deliberate lack of decoration or adornment in design) is a trend that’s been sweeping through our homes, our wardrobes and even our social media feeds. But can you imagine what a minimalist classroom would look like? Well, while minimalism is sometimes a good thing (de-cluttering can make concentration easier to sustain), it’s thought […]

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Health and Safety Tips for Harsh Chemicals in the Home

Harsh chemicals are part and parcel of our daily cleaning habits, we regularly spray strong kitchen cleaners onto our counters, pour bleach down the toilet and use special disinfectant sprays on surfaces. So how do we deal with these harsh chemicals in our home – if you don’t get along with the old Internet myth […]

How To Prep For The Big Clean

We dust and hoover our houses regularly, but sometimes they need a BIG clean and with the arrival of spring, what better time to do it? There are several reasons you may want to have a deep clean of your home, perhaps you have put it off too long and simply need to have a […]

6 Outdoor Projects for You and the Kids

Are you desperate to get the kids off their screens and out into the garden? Roll up your sleeves for these six super outdoor projects this summer… 1. Glow in the dark jam jar lights Kids and adults love these jars: they’ll look great left in the garden, but double up as handy night lights […]

How to Create the Perfect ‘Family Garden’

Before you had children, what did you envisage your garden would look like? An Eden of rose trellises, gentle birdsong and manicured lawns? Well, you’d be wise to put those ideas to one side for now, knowing full well that youngsters don’t always have a ton of respect for boundaries (flowers and fences included). However, […]

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 […]