Hey Everone, With the summer holidays now here, we were so grateful to receive a new card game called Kids Against Maturity which is perfect for family time and honestly the best if you want to have a good laugh. Disclaimer – We were gifted the cards in exchange for an honest review. What is…
Category: Family Life
How to plan the perfect childrens birthday party
Birthdays are some of the most exciting times for children, as they love to reunite with all of their family and friends whilst receiving lots of special presents, as well as getting the chance to be the centre of attention for the day! Throwing a birthday party can make sure that they remember their special…
Helping your child become more independent.
Children depend on adults to care for them and keep them safe. However, as children develop they will begin to try things for themselves and want more independence. This is a natural part of growing up and will be important at school where children need to take responsibility for their own learning and organisation. Independence…
How to raise a compassionate child
In a time where the message “be kind” is circulating on our social media channels, it has never been more important to raise a child who is kind and compassionate to others. Like many skills, compassion can be learnt over time and through practice. Thankfully, there are many things you can do to encourage this…
Activities to help your child become a great problem solver
Problem solving skills are a crucial part of a child’s development. These skills allow children to observe, analyse and communicate effectively. So, how can you help your child to develop good problem solving skills? I have teamed up with an independent nursery in Hampshire to share a few activities to help your child become a…
Understanding your child’s learning style
Educational studies show that children have three prominent learning styles. These are visual, auditory and kinaesthetic. Each style relates to the senses that your child uses most when learning, for example seeing, listening and feeling. Children typically start off by exploring all three styles, but gradually one style becomes more obvious. This is called their…
Help your kids to sleep well with these tips.
Children are notoriously known for not sleeping for a few years, and when you have a baby you expect to not sleep for a little while. You expect that your baby will wake up for feeds and changes, and you know that they will wake up while you are trying to sleep. Quality sleep is…
Exploring gratitude with your child
Exploring gratitude means taking time to appreciate all of the positives in life; for example, being thankful for happy events, family members or personal belongings. Teaching children how to be grateful encourages a positive mind-set and helps children to feel happy and contented. Here are some great tips from an Independent senior school in Berkshire,…
Helping your child transition from nursery to big school.
If your child will soon be making the transition from nursery to big school, you may be feeling a little anxious. This is a huge milestone and it means a lot of change for your child. They will need to learn their way around a new environment, meet new teachers and make new friends. They…
Teaching your child to respect other cultures
It is important for parents and schools to educate children about different backgrounds and cultures. This will not only teach them about many interesting traditions and customs, but it will also help children to respect and celebrate diversity. Here is some great advice from an independent school in Hampstead on how to teach your child…