The Pomodoro Technique for school homework is your basic game changer. A friend shared the idea when I asked for her tips to get the school homework done. I tried it out on my three kids the very next day and… we are converts. To use the Pomodoro Technique for homework, all you need are …
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Felt is a cheap, versatile craft supply (you can buy sheets of it at Kmart or Amazon, it’s also available at discount shops and craft shops). My eldest daughter made the cute little bears above, cutting out the felt and sewing on the ears and eyes. She drew the rest of the faces with a …
My kids walk home from school each day, plodding a well-worn path out the back of the school, down a track past the scout hall, across a local oval and playground and down our long, winding street by the bush. It’s about a 15-20 minute walk, depending on enthusiasm. Max, my eldest, begged me to …
I’ve discovered podcasts this year and often listen to one on the way home from school on the bus. These three are my favourites so far. I’d recommend any of these podcasts for middle school boys and older. Of course, loads of girls will like listening to these too. ++ This list is good too: …