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Day out in Whitby for families
A day out in Whitby is always a special treat. The fishing village turned tourist town was a big part ...
Learning about Europe in our home education journey
I found this wonderful wooden jigsaw of Europe in a charity shop. Learning about Europe always was important and as ...
Home education week of learning
I have decided to share aspects of our home education journey on my blog. I know it will keep me ...
How home education changes children
Lot of people ask how home education changes children. Here is our story which I think speaks for itself. July ...
Fun Things to Do with Teens in Cincinnati
For those who live in Cincinnati and are parents to a teenager, you know better than anyone how difficult it ...
Going back to work after having kids
You will never forget the sheer joy of holding your newborn for the first time. The sudden realisation that you ...
Building a Successful Relationship with your kids
All parents want to be close with their kids, but unfortunately this isn’t a reality for all families. Now is ...
Hosting a superhero birthday party
I thought I would share some tips on hosting a superhero birthday party partly because I once scored huge Brownie ...
Signs your child is ready for their first job
Sooner or later, every kid decides they need a job. Letting a child apply for their first job can be ...
How To Encourage Good Study Habits In Your Kids
No matter how old your child, whether they attend a prep school in Hertfordshire or a Sixth Form College in ...