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A Guide to Home Education in the UK: What You Need to Know
Homeschooling in the UK is becoming an increasingly popular choice for families looking for a flexible approach to education. Large class...
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Nov 1, 20243 min read
How to Teach Your Child to Tell the Time to the Hour and Half Hour
Teaching children how to tell the time can be a rewarding but sometimes frustrating experience! Focusing on o'clock and half past is a...
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Jun 19, 20244 min read
10 Continuous Provision Ideas for a Super Summer
It's finally summer, even if the weather doesn't always quite catch on. It's time to bring some fun and excitement into your learning...
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May 13, 20244 min read
10 Essential Activities for Phase 4 Phonics
Phase 4 phonics is an exciting time for children as they begin to blend and segment longer words and become more confident readers. It is...
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Apr 25, 20242 min read
How to Make Spelling Practice Fun for Your Child
Do you feel like you've tried everything to help your child improve their spelling skills, but nothing seems to work? Are you fed up with...
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Mar 14, 20243 min read
10 Fabulous Activities for Teaching Coin Recognition and Value
Teaching your child about money is an important life skill. Recognising and understanding the value of coins are essential concepts that...
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Mar 1, 20244 min read
10 Continuous Provision Ideas for a Superb Spring
With spring finally here, it's time to start thinking about how to incorporate the season into your classroom's continuous provision! ...
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Feb 22, 20244 min read
The Definitive Guide to Teaching Addition to Reception and Year 1
Whether you're a teacher or a parent, it's important to teach addition in a way that's engaging and easy to understand. Initially,...
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Feb 1, 20243 min read
Adorable Valentine's Day Activities for Children
With Valentine's Day just around the corner, it's time to start thinking about planning for the big day. No need to worry though, we've...
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Jan 19, 20243 min read
Fantastic Fine Motor Resources for Homeschoolers
Fine motor skills refer to the small movements made by our fingers, hands and wrists. They allow us to perform all sorts of tasks, from...
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Nov 30, 20233 min read
10 Homeschooling Activities for Teaching 2D Shape
When it comes to teaching 2D shapes, hands-on activities are a great way to engage young learners and the perfect way to help them learn...
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Nov 23, 20233 min read
5 Irresistible Activities for Phase 5 Phonics
Phase 5 phonics is typically taught throughout Year 1 of primary school in the UK. It builds on the foundation laid in the earlier...
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Nov 16, 20234 min read
10 Fabulous Phonics Resources for Homeschooling
While there are many resources available to teach phonics, hands-on resources can be particularly effective. One major advantage is that...
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Nov 6, 20234 min read
10 Continuous Provision Ideas for a Wonderful Winter
Winter is a magical time in the classroom, especially when it comes to continuous provision. This time of year provides endless...
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Oct 18, 20234 min read
10 Homeschooling Resources to Teach Addition and Subtraction
Hands-on learning is absolutely the best way to teach addition and subtraction. It allows children to learn to add and subtract in a way...
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Oct 9, 20233 min read
10 Fun Spelling Activities for Homeschoolers
These fun spelling activities for children in key stage one (school years one and two) are perfect for homeschooling. They're engaging,...
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Sep 7, 20235 min read
Why Should I Have Continuous Provision in Key Stage One?
What is continuous provision? Traditionally, continuous provision has been associated with early years classrooms, however, more and more...
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