Updates
A bored board for parents of bored kids
"I'm bored. I'm hungry, I'm bored, I'm hungry"
"It's good to get bored I say to my kids. From boredom we create."
"Noooo mum!"
If your child says they are bored and don't know what to do try suggesting some of the ideas in the Pinterest Board I've made in the little link that you can click on just above the bored image!
In The News
Covid: Catch-up narrative putting 'huge pressure' on children, psychologists say - BBC News
The idea that children must "catch up" with learning lost due to the pandemic is heaping "huge" pressure on them, educational psychologists have warned.
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Resilience Boosting Ideas
The Jewel In The Water
In this Resilient Kids session, the children explored kindness, self-belief and stepping out of their comfort zone.
Whatever the age of the children, I always share a story to boost resilience, usually collected from my travels.
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Magazine Ideas
Family Board Games For Kids Reviewed
"In 2020 we saw a huge increase in the time children and families spent playing board games. And, given that meaningful social time is so important to families, that trend has only continued."
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Resilient Kidcasts
Resilient Kids Episode 5 "Celebrating Uniqueness"
With Jonathan Macdonald. Warning, some people find him a bit disagreeable.
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Resilient Kids Episode 6 with Joanna Tomlins - YouTube
In this episode of Resilient Kids, I catch up with the inspirational Joanna Tomlins.
"When you achieve something that you can see - like planting a tree - you get a great feel-good factor! You can actually see the difference that you’ve made - you don’t have to go to extreme lengths - just do something one step at a time."
Jo's story will definitely inspire many kids seeking to make a difference in the world.
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Playing With Words
8 Ways To Learn Spellings In A Playful Way
Homework ewww. Here are 8 ways to learn spellings in a playful way, mostly not at the kitchen table, definitely not on worksheets, and not a reward or sticker bribed.
Tried and tested with my own kids when they were younger, plus with many children, I’ve taught, tutored, and coached in the past 25 years.
What would you add to this list?
Further Fodder
Simply Cook: The UK's #1 Alternative To A Meal Box
I've been investigating these little cook boxes. They are fun to try once in a while. This one has a cheeky code for both of us
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Paul's Chillis
“Paul’s Chilli Children
Each year, my husband grows chillis. He calls them his "chilli children", so I track their growth and share updates. Just incase you are interested too! My teenage son loves them as do I. Currently growing all round the house including our bedroom window sill.
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The Wisdom of Children
Adora Svitak: What adults can learn from kids | TED Talk
Child prodigy Adora Svitak says the world needs "childish" thinking: bold ideas, wild creativity and especially optimism. Kids' big dreams deserve high expectations, she says, starting with grownups' willingness to learn from children as much as to teach.
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Forest Immersion Technique F.I.T For Kids
Forest Immersion Technique For Kids (F.I.T)
Forest Immersion Technique (FIT) may sound a bit strange but could not be simpler and requires no equipment, techniques or anything other than an open mind and willingness to go outdoors whatever the weather.
For any parents suffering kids playing endless screen games – this may be what you’re looking for.
This is a short easy interactive nature guide that I'm creating for parents who wish for their kids to explore FIT. They don’t need to read a long book for the experience, just a few points to guide and nudge them into their own immersion in nature.
Let me know if you'd like to grab a copy!
https://sites.google.com/view/resilientkids/contact
Tips For Raising Resilient Kids
Education in Denmark | From daycare to lifelong learning | denmark.dk
At age 6, Danish children begin their formal schooling. The educational approach in Denmark avoids class rankings and formal tests; instead, children work in groups and are taught to challenge the established way of doing things. Teachers are called by their first names. The emphasis is on problem-solving, not memorisation.
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