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Timetables and fractions can be difficult for kids to get their head around to, that’s why it is so important to introduce hands on ways to learn these basic math’s notions making it fun rather than daunting. Thankfully there is huge attention to learn through play techniques when it comes to math from a very [...]

I love the colouring posters by Doodlebugz. Their new educational range is fantastic. Not only they bring hours of entertainment, they are also hugely informative. The giant size is ideal for small groups, but they are equally fun for one child to tackle as a long project. Choose from a giant historic map of Britain [...]

Yesterday was the first Sunday with some really serious beach weather, instead we had to attend one of those events for children that you’d rather avoid on a Sunday, but you don’t really want your kids to miss. Most of my son’s friends were going with parents and siblings in tow, so we really could [...]

To celebrate World Ocean Day on June the 8th and the book’s 50th anniversary Oceanhouse Media launched yet another fabulous digital version of Dr Seuss’s books. After classic stories like The Cat in the Hat, The Lorax and How The Grinch Stole Christmas it is the turn of One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue [...]

I have recently come across a great series of books designed to introduce basic science concepts to kids. Little Pirate, Science Made Simple is a great line of books by Innovative Kids based on inquiry-based learning. Children go on a journey with the book’s characters to answer questions such as “Is a Shark a Fish?” [...]

I am a huge supporter of teaching children through play. During play the mind is comfortable and open to new stimulus so it is not surprising that children learn more when they are relaxed. That’s why educators use a playful method in early learning. Looking at my son’s schoolwork it is evident how teaching systems [...]

With Earth Day coming up it is only natural to get the kids hands on with a green pastime, which is both educational and fun. Grow My First Pocket Garden is an easy way to gently introduce the children to growing their own plants. Seeds and soil are in the bag and remain in the [...]