When I was a Deputy Head teacher I taught 35 Reception aged children (4-5 year olds) and I saw a Mum do this wonderfully simple, but really reassuring thing at the door of my classroom one day, which I have often told people about since. Before saying goodbye, kiss your child’s hand & tell them to put the kiss in their […]
Here’s your Wednesday Story from my never ending notebook and everlasting coloured pencil! Once upon a time there was a bunch of tiny frogs…. who arranged a running competition. The goal was to reach the top of a very high tower. A big crowd had gathered around the tower to see the race and cheer on […]
In my Parenting Expert Podcast I look at the story of two young children cycling to school and the issues that this raises. What are your thoughts ? [powerpress]
I read today’s BBC News with interest as Actress Joanna Lumley has claimed that British children are being brought up with “slack” morals. But what do you think? Here’s the article. “The 64-year-old Absolutely Fabulous star said the younger generation needed to be given “hearty pursuits” like building camps or working on farms. She also […]
A Practical Guide
A calm, practical starter guide from Sue Atkins to help you handle smartphones, social media, gaming, sleep and online pressure — without rows or panic.
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