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• Art and Design

  

  We all know that the National Curriculum places a heavy focus on science, math, computers and literacy. Whether in the classroom or at home, parents are always... Read more

  Posted on 03 April 2014 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Book Review:Mamoko

  

  We recently received a book for review which has instantly become Derin's most popular book : Mamoko is the kind of book that has no words in it but lets you ge... Read more

  Posted on 27 March 2014 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Sponsored Video:Samsung Dream the Blues II

  

  It is the Sports Relief Week and at my children's schools the children are encouraged take place in various games and sports. Derin loves ball games but he is... Read more

  Posted on 21 March 2014 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Counting up to 100 {Montessori Maths}

  

  Derin has been showing a great interest in counting and he has been working with the Montessori maths materials that help children count up to 100. Read more

  Posted on 19 March 2014 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Spring Cleaning

  

  Spring is just around the corner and it is that time of the year : Spring Cleaning.As I have been working part time and doing my teaching practice at the same... Read more

  Posted on 11 March 2014 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Top Ten Birthday Presents for Little Boys

  

  It doesn’t matter what time of year it is, or whether you have kids of your own, you’ll undoubtedly have to think up some gift ideas for a little boy at some... Read more

  Posted on 05 March 2014 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• World Book Day

  

  We are excited about celebrating the World Book Day on Thursday. It is a celebration of authors,illustrators,books and reading and it is marked in over 100... Read more

  Posted on 04 March 2014 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Frette Wish List

  

  Frette, a Monza and Milan based luxury linen and home furnishings store, is renowned for its classic style, design and exceptional quality. If you enjoy a... Read more

  Posted on 03 March 2014 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Exploring Van Gogh with Children

  

  One of our aims for 2014, is to explore an artist each month. In January we read books about Van Gogh. We have this lovely Mini Masters board books ( I... Read more

  Posted on 20 February 2014 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• The Addition Snake Game

  

  It is half term holiday here and we have been enjoying the time at home and doing various activities, going to the theaters and meeting up with friends. Read more

  Posted on 19 February 2014 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Montessori Inspired Valentine's Day Maths Activities

  

  I have prepared some more activities for the Valentine's day topic.Here are my cards and counters that I made from card stock using heart shapes that I bought... Read more

  Posted on 06 February 2014 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Review:Bespoke Offers

  

  I was recently approached by a new to me website called Bespoke Offers. It is a shopping site that teams up with hundreds of merchants that bring you a wide... Read more

  Posted on 06 February 2014 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Setting Goals Month by Month:February

  

  I can't believe January is over and it's time to set goals for February already. We managed to achieve most of our goals in January. It was a busy month with... Read more

  Posted on 03 February 2014 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Using Technology to Save Money on Energy Bills

  I have a written a couple of posts on how to reduce the energy bills. Despite our efforts, I still find that we waste money at times purely accidentally.Just... Read more

  Posted on 30 January 2014 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Winter Fun Indoors: Build a Den

  

  We recently received a little kit for den building from The Furniture Market and had so much fun. Den building is such a great activity for rainy days at home... Read more

  Posted on 26 January 2014 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Montessori Inspired Valentine's Day Activities

  

  I have just prepared some Montessori inspired Valentine's Activities:I bought these wooden heart shapes from an ebay store that sells wedding decorations. Read more

  Posted on 24 January 2014 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• 7 Ways for Teaching Kids the Concept of Time

  The concept of time is difficult to grasp for young children so it is best to start introducing them with the passage of time. The passage of time can be... Read more

  Posted on 21 January 2014 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Review:Montessori at Home Or School: How to Teach Grace and Courtesy

  

  If you are following Montessori blogs, you probably know Deb Chitwood, the writer of Living Montessori Now. Deb's blog has been an invaluable resource for many... Read more

  Posted on 20 January 2014 BOOKS, FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Very Best Kids Activities of 2013

  

  Happy New Year from the KBN Best of 2013 Blog Hop Co-Hosts! Below you'll find over 50 Kid Blogger Network members coming together for The KBN Best Of 2013 Blog... Read more

  Posted on 02 January 2014 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Setting Goals Month by Month: January 2013

  

   We have a new year ahead of us and I decided to set some goals month by month.As you may already know I have been training as a Montessori teacher since Oct... Read more

  Posted on 31 December 2013 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING