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How to Encourage Your Child to Be Physically Active

Physical activities on a regular basis are really beneficial at all ages in our lives, but encouraging children to see the benefits can be a challenge at times. Here are some ways you can get your child to feel motivated about taking part in regular exercise, be it through sports or in a different way.… Continue reading How to Encourage Your Child to Be Physically Active

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Top Tips for Managing Your Child’s Screen Time

In all schools your child will have the chance to try out lots of different pieces of technology to enhance their learning. Your child could even have the opportunity to try out smartphones, tablets and more, like at this girls private school.  But there are also times where screen time can become addictive. With TVs,… Continue reading Top Tips for Managing Your Child’s Screen Time

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Helping Your Child Choose the Right GCSE Subjects

In the run up to heading to an international Sixth Form, students will have to study GCSEs for a couple of years. It’s important to give children the confidence to pick up whatever subjects they like, while also making the right decisions to shape their future. Focus on what your child enjoys Your child will… Continue reading Helping Your Child Choose the Right GCSE Subjects

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The Importance of Community Involvement for Children

Community involvement is great for children to experience as they get older. When they are capable of handling themselves on their own, you’ll find that they can develop a lot of new, practical skills with the help of charity work or other forms of volunteering. This senior school in Hampstead has a few reasons to… Continue reading The Importance of Community Involvement for Children

Book reviews · Books

I, Julian: The fictional autobiography of Julian of Norwich by Claire Gilbert – Blog Tour

I am honoured to share an extract with you from this book, seeing as though it has Norwich in it and that is somewhere I live close to, so that means it is even more special to me. Book synopsis ‘So I will write in English, pressing new words from this beautiful plain language spoken… Continue reading I, Julian: The fictional autobiography of Julian of Norwich by Claire Gilbert – Blog Tour

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Drums of War (Thomas Tallant Mysteries) by Michael Ward

Book synopsis London 1642. The King has fled London with the drums of war ringing in his ears. Across the country, lines are being drawn and armies raised. Influential royalist Lady Carlisle switches sides and presses spice trader Thomas Tallant and his partner Elizabeth Seymour into Parliament’s service. Soon Thomas faces double-dealing in his hunt… Continue reading Drums of War (Thomas Tallant Mysteries) by Michael Ward

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Rejuvanate and Refresh: Making the Most of Your Antique Cottage

Vacationers and those who appreciate the charm of a bygone era favour antique cottages. Several people, even so, are completely ignorant that these cottages can be revived and renewed to look like new again. This article will show you how to make the most of your antique cottage and give it a new look. 1)… Continue reading Rejuvanate and Refresh: Making the Most of Your Antique Cottage

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The Best Ways to Control the Climate in Your Home All Year Round

Pixabay (CC0 Licence) As the seasons change, so do our heating and cooling needs. Whether you’re looking to stay warm in the winter or cool in the summer, there are a variety of ways to control the climate in your home and keep yourself comfortable year-round. With fuel costs and electricity bills having climbed steadily… Continue reading The Best Ways to Control the Climate in Your Home All Year Round

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Underneath The Arches DCS Palmer and the Serial Murder Squad case 15 – By Barry Faulkner

Locks of human hair arrive in Palmer’s Office. Forensic analysis says they come from dead people. But who is sending them and where are the dead people? Then something rather nasty turns up in a Camberwell flat that involves the Salvation Army and seven scalps. I have read the book previous to this one, although… Continue reading Underneath The Arches DCS Palmer and the Serial Murder Squad case 15 – By Barry Faulkner

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Making Room For Baby: Top Considerations For Growing Families

Having a baby is a major milestone for any family. But it can also come with a lot of difficult decisions to make. Whether it is your first child or not, as parents, you will need to consider how to best prepare your home and your budget for your bundle of joy.  First-time parents are… Continue reading Making Room For Baby: Top Considerations For Growing Families