A big part of building independence in children is letting them walk to and from home alone. And a question that a lot of us ask is what age do you let them stretch the boundary and take that step? As a general rule, most Primary Schools start letting children leave school unaccompanied around the age […]
5 Ways that Getting Lost Builds Independence in Children Read More »
Children getting lost can be every parent’s worst nightmare. But learning how to navigate and find your way back are vital life skills for your older children to learn. And it can also be great fun! Here is our story… You can read the first part of this story here… Why Getting Lost is Good
Finding ways to build independence in older kids can be tricky. And getting lost is a big one. Everyone will experience getting lost. But learning how to cope and problem-solve under pressure are excellent life skills. At some point we are going to have to give our older children the opportunities to get lost and
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Are you dreading the start of the new school year? Is your first day back always a rush? There are so many little bits to get for the start of a new school year. New shoes, uniforms, bags, lunch-boxes, pens, pencils, PE kits – the list goes on and on. And generally as they get
5 Ways to Have the Perfect Start to the New School Year Read More »
When our children start a new school year, it can a time of uncertainty and anxiety. Many are heading back to a place they are familiar with, with friends they know well and a routine that will feel the norm within a few days. But that first day of the new school year will still
The new school year is about to start and it can bring conflicting emotions for parents. On the one hand you are often exhausted, over-stimulated and behind on every imaginable chore and work-related project. You are desperate for a regular routine again before the chaos of Christmas hits. But on the other side of things,
