Family and Parenting

Those who have had the pleasure of raising a little human will understand and be aware of the joy that they see in their child’s eyes when they learn how to sit up, clap their hands and practice words in order to communicate with their loved ones. The thing to note is that children at …

Children are born curious, with a never-ending thirst for exploring and wanting to learn more about the world around them. However, when it comes to the nitty gritty, and deep analysis of each child, you will come to notice that each child learns in their own way. As they grow, they begin to develop a …

Like many things in life, kindness and compassion is something that children learn over time, with a great amount of practice. The good news is, this is something that can be taught in a relatively easy way, to ensure your child grows to be a kind and gentle individual. Whilst it is exciting to dream …

Whilst life for children is a lot different to how it was a couple of generations ago, with little one’s having less responsibility and more time to be young and carefree, just like anyone else, there are still times when they can get anxious. Parents are often left wanting to find the best way to …

Imagination is possibly one of the most important things for your child to develop. Other essential thinking skills such as problem-solving, and critical thinking rely upon it. It’s also best developed in childhood, so you will want to create plenty of opportunities for your child to explore their imagination and creative thinking. Aside from the …

All that parents want is for their children to grow up and be good people with good morals.  While there’s no right or wrong when it comes to parenting, there are a few important lessons to work on with children and traits to instil. Here are 5 that a nursery in Halstead recommends exploring. Honesty …

It’s getting to that point of the year when timetables will soon be bustling with exam dates and coursework deadlines. If your child’s in the same boat and has their exams fast approaching, they may already be starting to feel the pressure and will need your support. To help them through their exams and do …

It’s not hard to see why history is one of the most popular subjects taught at school. Children love it because they can learn about how different the world once was and cool topics like mummification, the invention of chocolate and much more. It’s taught at school for a number of reasons and below are …

Life sometimes throws curve balls our way from time to time and it can set everything off balance. While it can be frustrating, sometimes it’s for the best and can help us learn a thing or two. For children going through similar situations, they may not be able to understand and pick themselves back up. …

As a parent, you will know how important homework is for children. It’s crucial for making progress at school as it allows them to practise what they’ve been taught and for teachers to see where help is needed. The problem is getting them to actually do their work. With their games and devices to compete …