Experts say that we all have a preferred way of learning and remembering information, which is called our ‘learning style’. There are lots of different learning styles, but three that stand out; auditory, visual, and kinaesthetic. It’s important for parents to figure out their child’s learning style so that they can be more supportive when it comes to… Continue reading Understanding Your Child’s Learning Style
As parents, we tend to monitor our child’s performance in the “core” subjects as an indicator for their overall success. Subjects like music, art, and drama typically take a back seat when it comes to education, which is a shame because they are actually very beneficial for a child’s overall development. I have teamed up with a junior… Continue reading The Benefits of Drama Classes for Children
They say confidence is key, and they would be absolutely right. While there is definitely nothing wrong with being an introvert or a little more timid, as a parent you should try and find ways to help your child break out of their shells and become more confident. As a result, they should start to feel more comfortable in their… Continue reading How to Raise a Confident Child
Don’t let the bedbugs bite! Probably one of the most common phrases you’ll ever hear. Bad news is in most cases you find out you have bed bugs only after they bite you through the night. “But why do I have bed bugs? I keep my house clean. Where did they come from?” These are… Continue reading Questions you may have about bed bugs
Virtual reality is now becoming more and more accessible to our every day lives. The gaming industry have used VR and AR for a while now. But now they are being incorporated into education and research too. Here are some advantages and disadvantages of using virtual learning. Interactive Learning Interactive learning has been shown that… Continue reading Advantages and disadvantages of virtual learning
Creative writing is not only a really fun activity to practice with children, but it can also be used to increase vocabulary, improve handwriting skills and develop creativity. Parents can help to develop their child’s imagination by exploring creative writing at home. To help you get started here are some helpful tips from an independent study centre in Wiltshire…… Continue reading Exploring Creative Writing with Your Child
Parents support at home is essential in helping children to develop their math skills. This doesn’t mean you need to be a maths genius in order for your child to succeed. Simply incorporating maths into your everyday life will help to improve your child’s numeracy skills. Here are some top tips from an independent sixth form college in London on how parents can help children to develop their math skills… Make… Continue reading Top Tips for Helping Your Child with Maths
Social skills are required to interact and communicate with others efficiently. Supporting your child’s social skill development will not only help their verbal communication, but it will also help them to observe and identify body language too. Children with good social skills will find it easier to make friends, will feel more confident and will be better prepared for school and job interviews. To… Continue reading Supporting Your Child with their Social Skills
Children love the great outdoors. They love exploring, climbing trees and splashing in puddles. Not only do outdoor experiences create fun childhood memories, but they also make ideal learning opportunities for children. Outdoor learning helps children to realise that learning can happen anywhere; not just in a classroom. To discover more benefits associated with outdoor learning, here is some really interesting information from an independent school in London…… Continue reading The Benefits of Outdoor Learning for Children
The kitchen has always been an integral part of day-to-day living; there is a reason it is considered the home’s heart. But thanks to COVID-19, many people now work from home, so our kitchens see more activity than ever in recent times. So people are now prioritising practicality when redesigning their kitchen, without having to… Continue reading Top Kitchen Trends in 2021
