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• Create the Best Sleep Environment for You & Your Family

  Whatever age you are, sleep is important. Sleep helps with brain development for children while a good night’s sleep can also help to improve the day to day... Read more

  Posted on 27 October 2013 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Review:The Gorilla at Polka Theatre

  

  The lovely people at Polka Theatre have invited us to watch one of their shows. Last weekend Derin and I went there to watch their latest show Gorilla. Read more

  Posted on 26 October 2013 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Fancy Dress Ideas for the Whole Family

  From birthdays to New Year’s Eve parties, fancy dress is a popular option for any party. One way of really getting into the fancy dress spirit is to dress you... Read more

  Posted on 24 October 2013 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Win a Selection of Books from the Ultimate List of 100 Books to Read Before...

  

  Happy Tuesday! About two weeks ago, I have posted about Booktrust's Ultimate List of 100 Books to Read Before You're 14. Booktrust has announced the definitive... Read more

  Posted on 22 October 2013 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Montessori Inspired Activities

  

  Here are some of the Montessori inspired activities that we have been doing at home: Derin has started reading some words from the pink series. Here, he... Read more

  Posted on 18 October 2013 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Review:Joules

  

  The lovely people at Joules have recently sent us two of their lovely products. Derin literally fall in love with this lunch bag the moment he saw it. He is... Read more

  Posted on 16 October 2013 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Contact Lenses:The Healthy Approach

  

  I have been using contact lenses for more than 10 years now. Once you get used to, they are so practical and make your life much easier. Read more

  Posted on 08 October 2013 HEALTH

• The Ultimate List: 100 Books to Read Before You're 14

  This week is celebrated as Children's Book Week, therefore I would like to share this news with you. Booktrust marks Children’s Book Week by unveiling top... Read more

  Posted on 07 October 2013 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Shopping

  Do you enjoy shopping? I sometimes do enjoy it, but sometimes I do not. When I don't have much time I usually prefer online shopping, but if I have the time... Read more

  Posted on 04 October 2013 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Montessori Maths {Multiplication and Sequin Board}

  

  We have been doing lots of maths exercises recently. Defne (6 yo)has been learning about skip counting at school. Skip counting helps children prepare for... Read more

  Posted on 30 September 2013 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Discipline in Montessori

  I have really enjoyed watching this fantastic lady speak about discipline in Montessori. It is informative and funny,too. There are two videos so grab a cup of... Read more

  Posted on 26 September 2013 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Childhood Education - Let Them Loose

  

  Our modern education system, governed by tests, after-school activities, clubs, teams and institutionalised competitiveness, leaves little room for free play. Read more

  Posted on 24 September 2013 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• A Parent's Guide to Safe Online Gaming

  

  Online gaming can offer a fun, social and even educational experience for people of all ages. Kids and teenagers can use online gaming to connect with their... Read more

  Posted on 23 September 2013 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Jesus Christ Superstar Arena Tour {The Musical}

  If like me, you are a fan of musicals, then I have some great news for you today. I was a huge fan of this musical so I am very excited that the countdown to th... Read more

  Posted on 19 September 2013 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Mapping Activities for Older Children

  

  Just before the summer holidays, the theme at Defne's school was "Our connections with the World". To help her get the idea of our place in the world, I cut... Read more

  Posted on 18 September 2013 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Embracing Autumn

  After a great summer, the autumn is here. I am ready to embrace autumn with all the lovely things it brings. It is time to get into a routine after a lazy... Read more

  Posted on 17 September 2013 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Getting Kids Back in the School Routine

  Now that it is the back to school season, I find that it is very important to get children used to that routine after a lazy summer. Read more

  Posted on 10 September 2013 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• StorkUp {Social Shopping}

  

  Today I am collaborating with Stork Up, a brand new shopping platform for parents, set up by two mums who wanted to make shopping for their kids simple and fun. Read more

  Posted on 09 September 2013 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Hello Autumn

  

  We have just come back from our holiday last week and we are so excited to be back. We had a great time visiting our families and friends in Turkey. Read more

  Posted on 05 September 2013 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING

• Top 5 Kids Birthday Party Ideas for 2013

  Themed kids’ parties are great fun and super easy to organise, whatever your budget. You don’t have to shell out for expensive themed-packs or overpriced party... Read more

  Posted on 22 August 2013 FAMILY, PARENTING, SCHOOLING