Talking to children about complex and sensitive topics like the Israel – Hamas war can be challenging. It is important to understand that images & videos cannot be unseen. As the conflict in Israel worsens, it’s important to get your kids off Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook and Twitter X. If not, prepare them for what […]
It’s been a fraught few days watching the BBC implode into chaos & shooting itself in the foot around the handling of the Gary Lineker tweet. Whatever your views on Gary Lineker, the BBC or the Government’s Illegal Immigration policies there are lessons to learn for ALL of us. The Gary Lineker debate teaches us […]
I’ve just been interviewed on BBC Hereford and Worcester Radio about why it’s important to read to kids. Of course we all know that reading matters, but just how much it matters and how it can impact our children may be surprising. As a former Deputy Head Teacher & Class Teacher for over 25 […]
? The pressure is always on for parents to turn every waking moment of their children’s lives into an educational experience but I do think this controversial World Cup offers you some ‘talk and teach’ moments and not just to teach them about the world flags or where the countries are on the […]
As schools break up for the holidays, a children’s charity is urging parents to think carefully before leaving children home alone over the summer. I’m speaking on BBC Radio Hereford and Worcester about leaving children alone. It’s a difficult problem as there is no firm law around leaving children by themselves – no guidance around […]
I’m speaking on BBC Radio about the cost of keeping your kids busy, occupied, productive and entertained through the long Summer Holidays. I always remind the families that I work with that the Summer is a wonderful time to build memories with your children that will last a lifetime. I have some wonderful memories […]
I was interviewed by BBC Radio Hereford and Worcester today about travelling with toddlers on a plane and keeping them occupied and busy. Here are my 10 Tips for Keeping a Toddler Busy on a plane. We were on hols in South Africa and the little girl behind me could have done with some of […]
I watched this eye-opening documentary on TV where Doctor Chris Van Tulleken discovers the truth behind the drugs we are giving our children. Parents the world over have been known to give their children Calpol when they’re feeling under the weather. Whether it’s a high temperature, a tummy ache or teething, there’s a particular brand […]
If I had a £1 for every parent who’s said to me, ‘I don’t know how to get them off their games Sue – it’s just so hard.’ I’d be a rich woman! I’m being interviewed on BBC Radio Essex tomorrow speaking to a mum whose two kids love to game and spend hours doing it […]
I’m speaking on BBC Radio Scotland about how parents’ arguments really affect their children. It is normal for parents to argue, but the way these disagreements affect children varies greatly. We are discussing what parents and carers can do to limit the harm caused by their rows because what happens at home really does affect children’s […]
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As regular readers of my blog will know I was a Deputy Head & Class Teacher for 25 years so I have seen quite a few playground toys fads and crazes in my time. From Ninja Turtles to those colourful loom wrist bands, to Tamagotchi pets I’ve seen them ALL. So, its no surprise that […]
I had a fun interview on BBC Radio Leeds this morning talking about a book the presenter found in his attic. We had bathing kids in tea and vinegar to reduce their temperature, to putting whiskey in their bottle to help them sleep through. We also heard about giving kids Steedman’s power for practically […]
A majority of parents in the UK believe social media harms their children’s moral development, a survey has suggested. Just over half (55%) of 1,700 people with children aged 11 to 17 strongly agreed that social media hinders or undermines moral development. The poll was part of a project by the Jubilee Centre for […]
I had another busy week, I do enjoy doing these chats and I hope you enjoy hearing my views too. I do try and post on twitter and Facebook when these are coming up so if you want to tune in live you can but it’s nice to know that you can listen again if […]
