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Top Ten Tips for School
On 31/07/2008 in Education
Teacher Charlie Taylor offers his insider’s guide to get both you and your child to the top of the class
WHEN YOUR CHILD first heads off to school, it can be hard to let go. You remember your own teachers – the inspiring, the boring and the downright useless. What’s this one going to be like? And most importantly, how can you get the best out of her
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Happy School Days
On 15/09/2010 in Back To School
Wipe away those tears and get ready to smile as your child embarks on his grand school adventure
Up until now you have been solely responsible for teaching your child everything they know. However, you are now at a point where you are giving someone else the authority to take on this important role. How you can let go and allow the teacher
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Junior and Ocado Giveaway
On 01/09/2010 in Fashion news
Buy Junior from Ocado this month and receive a brilliant Usborne book
The September issue of Junior is on sale now, featuring our fabulous guide to green living, savvy ways to win favour with your child's teacher, the funkiest lunch ideas, beautiful fashion photography, plus much more.Pick your copy of Junior from
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Term time abroad
On 01/08/2011 in Tips & advice
Believe that holidays can be educational for children? Read on...
during term time a legal right. Currently, the entitlement is only at a head teacher’s discretion with a fine of £100 for parents who break the school’s rulings. The campaign is supported by a poll revealing that 92 per cent of parents agree with the idea
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Ten corny jokes to raise a giggle (or groan)
On 12/07/2012 in Leisure
Tickle your child's funnybone with these classic playground gags
ant... etc4. What washing powder does Kojak use?Bald automatic 5. What's the difference between bogies and broccoli?Kids don't eat broccoli6.Teacher: Kevin, you're homework's getting betterKevin: Yes sir, my dad's stopped helping me7. How did the T
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How to overcome your child's reading difficulties
On 21/11/2012 in Education
How to spot if your child has a problem learning to read
. For more information go to Irlen UK.What should I do?When a child has difficulty reading it can be stressful and emotional for a parent. Work with your child's teacher to understand and pinpoint the problem and instead of focussing on the negatives build
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Talkback: Marks & Spencer's Next Top Model
On 16/05/2011 in forum
This is an amazing opportunity for 4 lucky children. I'm sure I know someone who'd love to do it.
little girl, adored by her teachers who tell her that friend making will never be a problem to her as children always want to be her friend. She is far from camera shy, always in the photo or video at home or holidays. Millie is an intelligent pretty
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Hurray for Holiday Nanny
On 09/08/2011 in Tips & advice
Holiday Nanny will keep your children entertained whether they love being artistic, keeping active or creating music
nannies and the staff include primary and nursery school teachers as well as maternity nurses. Set up two years ago by former investment banker Nicola Grant, Holiday Nanny won the Essence Of The Entrepreneur Award 2008 from BT Business in January
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Your child’s charitable checklist
On 17/04/2012 in Parent skills
Five ways to teach your child to give back
Make a game in your family of doing secret things to help others, then have a meeting once a week to discuss what you have done to help a teacher, school friend, sibling, parent or neighbour.Send a letter or get well soon card to a child suffering
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Could your child be dyslexic?
On 08/11/2012 in Education
If your child has difficulty with reading, help is at hand
family history of dyslexia or if you are concerned your child is not progressing as quickly as her peers, discuss it with her teacher, or contact the British Dyslexia Association. Meares-Irlen syndrome is a form of visual disturbance which is often
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