Words for Wednesday…


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After completely picking our humble bush at the bottom of the garden bare, right down to the little green berries (yes, he tried those too), when Dadda arrived home from work he decided it was time for Jensen Indiana to forage on pastures new. So out we headed, red tin pail in hand to hunt…
Usually when the postman arrives, he comes bearing toy review boxes. This week, he came with two very sturdy, very interesting looking parcels for the boys, from Mrs. Wordsmith. Now sit tight, because this is going to be a long one. I’ve realised more and more over the summer holidays that despite no longer being…
Ahhh, British Summertime. The time of year when, if I had a pound for the hand of each child I’d held whilst running at Sports day because they were scared, embarrassed, or worried about coming last, I wouldn’t be rich, but I’d feel a whole lot better about making a fool of myself doing it….
If you don’t hear that song in your head now, you haven’t been watching Frozen as much as we have! We are fast approaching the birthday party weekend…our house is full of Olaf bits and pieces [actual bits and pieces], and then we all managed to catch a miserable bug. Homemade birthday cakes still make…
Creative writing is a good time for children to develop their skills in vocabulary, grammar and sentence structure. It’s also good for developing a child’s ability to be creative, exploratory and to enjoy the process. Being creative should always feel fun, so trying out writing is important to nurture. Here are some ways to explore…
I am beyond excited today to be hosting what is, to me, the most fantastic prize I can give to anyone. The gift of knowledge. If it wasn’t for two very talented, highly patient, just completely lovely tutors in my life, way across the pond in the USA, I would still have my camera in…