Parenting

A Parent’s Guide To Applying To Schools

AD | For most parents, applying to schools is a daunting task and requires some careful research. There are a number of factors to consider when choosing the right school for your child, such as how they have been reviewed by Ofsted and the number of children per classroom. To help you through the challenge… Continue reading A Parent’s Guide To Applying To Schools

Books

Blog Tour: Jay-Jay And The Carnival By Sue Wickstead

We have previously taken part in blog tours arranged by Rachel's Random Resources for two of Sue Wickstead's wonderful children's books and have thoroughly enjoyed reading and sharing our thoughts. Therefore when we were recently given the opportunity to offer our thoughts on another book in Sue's Jay-Jay series we didn't hesitate and today it's… Continue reading Blog Tour: Jay-Jay And The Carnival By Sue Wickstead

Books

Blog Tour: Come Back For Me By Heidi Perks

Today I'm thrilled to be taking part in the Blog Tour for Come Back For Me, the newly released thriller from Heidi Perks. Many thanks to Rachel Kennedy and Penguin Random House for sending me a copy for review. I've been so excited to share my thoughts with you all and hope you enjoy my… Continue reading Blog Tour: Come Back For Me By Heidi Perks

Books

Erotica For Coffee Lovers: A Proclivity To Prurience By Cheryl Butler

Today's post is something a little different from my run of the mill book reviews as I have the pleasure of sharing an excerpt from Cheryl Butler's debut novel. A Proclivity To Prurience is the first in the Obsession Trilogy and with the second offering due for release soon it's the perfect time to acquaint… Continue reading Erotica For Coffee Lovers: A Proclivity To Prurience By Cheryl Butler

Kids · Parenting

Education: Is Technology Beneficial In The Classroom?

AD | Many of our lives revolve around technology. From games and entertainment, to communicating with friends, smart devices and computers have become second nature to the younger generation. This advance in technology has had an impact on today’s education and teaching methods. Teachers can now enhance learning by incorporating these popular, everyday devices into… Continue reading Education: Is Technology Beneficial In The Classroom?

Books

Blog Tour: Foxglove Farm by Christie Barlow

Earlier this year I had the pleasure of participating in the Blog Tour for Love Heart Lane, the first in the brand new Heartcross series from Christie Barlow. Having fallen in love with the setting and the host of characters introduced in the first book I didn't hesitate to jump on board for the current tour… Continue reading Blog Tour: Foxglove Farm by Christie Barlow

Kids · Parenting · Seasonal

How To Encourage Your Child To Learn Over The Summer

AD* | Did you know that studies have found that over the summer holidays, children can forget a surprising amount of what they learned during the school year? This is often referred to as ‘summer learning loss’.  Fortunately there is a way that parents can help to prevent this loss of learning and it is… Continue reading How To Encourage Your Child To Learn Over The Summer

Books

Blog Tour: Why Mummy Doesn’t Give A ****! By Gill Sims

Being a parent I always love to pick up books that poke fun at the highs and lows that are part and parcel of the 'job', and Gill Sims' books have certainly provided me with a copious amount of hilarity to date. Having already discovered Why Mummy Drinks and Swears I've been eagerly anticipating the… Continue reading Blog Tour: Why Mummy Doesn’t Give A ****! By Gill Sims

Kids · Parenting

Identifying Your Child’s Academic Strengths

AD | Every child has different individual strengths. These may include personal, social, creative, language or logic strengths.  By identifying and understanding your child’s strengths you can help to encourage their passions and unlock their full academic potential. To help you explore your child’s strengths, Hampstead Hill School in London have kindly put together the… Continue reading Identifying Your Child’s Academic Strengths

Books

Cover Reveal: Blood Awakens By Jessaca Willis

It's always super exciting when a brand new series launches and working with authors to promote their books means I am often privy to all the exciting information before everyone else! I'm not only organising today Cover Reveal for Jessaca Willis' debut novel, but I'm thrilled to be taking part! Blood Awakens is the first… Continue reading Cover Reveal: Blood Awakens By Jessaca Willis