Exam Revision – What ARE the Best Ways to Revise
One thing I never expected as a parent was to become an expert in All Things Exam. Want to know what are the best ways to revise? Pull up a chair. I’ve got you. Between 15 and 18 it feels like there’s just no let up in the relentless pursuit of exam grades (and the swing of the pre-, mid- and post-exam mood cycle…). Regular readers know I have four ‘kids’ – aged between 14 and 22, exams have been my...
How to Build Trust With Your Tutor?
Every new school year, teachers focus on how to provide support to students. They strive to also build good relationships with their students. That’s essential. Trusting relationships are vital to engaging students. Several factors play into this, too, such as the grade level of students and their years of experience. However, some students find it challenging to build trust with their tutors. No wonder some students are...
Get Your Child Ready for a Test With These Tips
Preparing for a test can be stressful for both children and parents. However, with the right guidance, your child can be equipped to tackle the upcoming exam with confidence! Below I’ve listed some helpful tips on how to get your child ready for their next test. With these strategies, your child will be well-prepared to take the test and come out successfully.Parents of teens should also definitely read our advice for parenting...
5 Areas to Educate Children on E-Safety
Children in this day and age have easy access to technology. Whether they have a mobile phone, tablet, or computer, they can access the internet anywhere and anytime they need to. While the internet is a fantastic tool for kids to learn, play games, and communicate with friends, it also has the potential to harm them. Parents and teachers must therefore educate kids on some areas of e-safety. Rawpixel.com Shutterstock...
Family Game Night Games – Dixit
We’ve been determined for months now to start playing regular Family Game Night Games. So when Asmodee got in touch and asked if we’d like to receive a selection of Family Game Night Games, I’ll admit I bit their hand off. Finally, I was going to HAVE to get organised and sit down for some serious fun with the whole family; and it wouldn’t even be Christmas or on holiday!(you can see last week’s review of Catan here) Dixit was a...
Family Game Night Games – Settlers of Catan
We’ve been determined for months now to start playing regular Family Game Night Games. So when Asmodee got in touch and asked if we’d like to receive a selection of Family Game Night Games, I’ll admit I bit their hand off. Finally, I was going to HAVE to get organised and sit down for some serious fun with the whole family; and it wouldn’t even be Christmas or on holiday! If you are a fan of video games,...