ad|Gifted books This past week has been Children’s Mental Health Week – and the theme ‘Let’s Connect’. At school and at home my two children have been learning about ways to improve their mental health, including how to ask for support when they need it, and how important it is to give themselves time to work through things they’re experiencing.…
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Sending your child overseas for their high school education is a move that requires significant preparation and investment, but it’s also one that offers a lot of long-term benefits. Spending some of their formative years living in a country other than their own by themselves can help high school-aged children expand their horizons. This experience can inspire them to dream…
Colds and flus run rampant during the winter months, and children can be more susceptible because their immune systems are still developing and they are around other kids, so it spreads easily. Fortunately, there are things you can do as a parent to reduce the chances of your child getting sick, or at least lessen the severity of the illness.…
Many people love the idea of buying a horse – there is certainly something exciting about the idea, and it’s often a childhood dream that doesn’t fade away as people grow into adulthood. The issue is that horses are a big commitment, and they’re not cheap either. This is why it’s so important to think things through before you buy…
Giving gifts with photo prints encompasses how much you cherish those memories with that person. When you do not know what else to give someone for their birthday, Christmas, or other holidays throughout the year, opt for a gift idea with your favourite moments captured in photo prints. Here are five gift ideas where all you need to do is…
Solar energy has gained increasing popularity in the UK as a clean and renewable source of electricity. In this article, we will provide a comprehensive guide to solar energy in the UK, including its history, how solar panels work, the different types available, the process of installation, maintenance and care, and the financial incentives for adoption. The History of Solar…
If you have a showerhead covered in limescale, you know how difficult it can be to remove. Limescale is a hard deposit of calcium and magnesium minerals that forms on surfaces, such as showerheads, faucets, and bathroom fixtures. It can be caused by hard water, which is high in minerals but low in other chemicals. Over time, these minerals can build up and form a stubborn layer of limescale that won’t come off easily.
As children grow, they will experience a range of mental and emotional development milestones. These can be divided into five broad categories: cognitive, language, social-emotional, moral, and self-help skills. Cognitive Development Milestones: Cognitive development is the process by which a child acquires knowledge and understanding of the world around them. This includes the ability to think logically and reason abstractly.…
Living in a big house is great for some families, but for others the expense and hassle of maintaining it becomes a burden. This is especially true when you’re feeling overwhelmed by your current home, moving to a smaller space can be a huge step forward, both financially and mentally. Image Credit However, cleaning up and downsizing can be a…
Those of us with strong memories might be able to recall when we were first learning to read. The chances are also high that these recollections are far from exciting. On the contrary, we likely spent hours performing rote memorisation tasks and being presented with technical subject matter such as grammar, pronunciation and phonics. While we managed to trudge through…
Safaris are marvelous adventures among the fabulous beasts of nature. We’ve all heard about the lions, buffalo, elephants, wildebeest, giraffes, rhinos and hippos, but where can we see these majestic beasts in their natural habitat? To answer this question, we head to the continent of Africa to explore the pristine beauty of nature in all its glory. The African continent…