Have you heard of the use of motivational posters in classrooms? Inspirational quotes and mantras can do wonders for empowering us. Put up as posters; they catch our attention, remind us of their presence, and remind us of their existence.
There is growing momentum for using motivational posters in the classroom. But what about their effectiveness?
Here are a few facts about why you should use…
Have you ever thought of learning to knit? In my blue January piece, I mentioned starting a new craft with a family member, as my daughter had been prompting me to take her to our local craft shop.
Part 1 – Choosing the wool was a whole creative adventure.
What wool can a beginner handle? The structure, feel, fatness, color, fluffiness, ingredients all had to be discussed. And then…
If you want to understand how to increase the value of your home, you should make sure that you check all of the appropriate boxes, as this will ensure that you are genuinely adding value without having to spend any more money.
Building an addition, installing a brand-new kitchen, and sprucing up the exterior of your home are just a few of the many wonderful ways that you can increase the value of…
BOOM! Somebody knocked on the door.
Uncle Vernin came downstairs holding a gun. ‘Who’s there? To come my house, we haven’t invited anyone.’ he shouted. SMASH!! The door fell on the floor. A big man was standing there.
‘Hello Harry, can you make me a cuppa tea?’ Harry just stared and froze.
Vernon said ‘Get OUT!’
Hagrid said, ‘Shut up, Vernin! Harry, Happy…
At breakfast one day the post came. Harry picked up the letters and he saw a letter with his name on.
‘Mr H Potter, The Cupboard Under the Stairs’
He was very supprised. Nobody ever sent him a letters. Dudderly saw his letter and told Uncle Vernin. Vernin snatched it away and Harry got angry. ‘It’s mine, give it back.’ said Harry. ‘Go to your cupboard.’ Uncle Vernin said, and…
I’m back introducing Harry Potter and The Philosopher’s Stone to 4-6 year old children with home-made illustrations.
Harry is now 10 years old. He still lives with his family, the Dursleys. His aunt is Aunt Pechooneeya and his uncle is Uncle Vernin. Their son is Dudderly. The family is never kind to Harry.
On Dudderly’s 11th birthday, he starts going all whiney-whiney coz he…
Introducing Harry Potter for the very young. When the film and book are over their heads, but they desperately want to know the story…
Book 1: The Philofososs Stone
Chapter 1
Harry was a baby. His parents dieded because the baddy wizard Voldimor deddid them with a baddy spell. Harry was ok because he had lots of special love magic from his mummy and daddy to keep him safe. But he got an…
We are all familiar with Secret Santa at work: it’s fun, surprising, saucy at times, and economical. Well we can adapt this game to our family gathering this Christmas, since, let’s be frank, we none of us have got the time or money or energy to be buying a present for each of our family.
Rules of the game:
Each guest brings one present and walks away with one present.
Charity, recycled…
Table lights or table lamps make for the ideal finishing touch to any room. A popular addition to a side table, bedside table or console unit, table lamps can be used as a decorative accessory that is not only great to look at but is practical too.
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With Searchlight Electric’s help, here are some of the many ways a table lamp can be used as a home accessory, highlighting…
Spring has officially sprung, and the heat and sunshine of the summer are upon us. Do not let your garden cast a shadow over the summer months. Here is how to get your garden ready in time for barbecue season.
One of the first tasks you might consider is clearing out your shed or garage. These spaces often accumulate a surprising amount of clutter over the year, and it’s easy to lose track…