Playing pretend games allow children to explore a whole new world using just their imagination, often leading to them coming up with hilarious characters and stories. It may seem like just silly fun and games, but did you know that playing pretend is actually one of the most important parts of a child’s development? Not…
The beauty of farming is that you are constantly learning. You would probably not be surprised about that. I wasn’t born into farming. However I think it is fair to say that even the farmer still learns something new-if not on a daily basis then on a weekly one. Sheep present with new problems. The…
When was the last time you saw fruit or vegetables with dirt on them in the supermarket? Unless you go to a farm shop, veg comes packaged in cellophane. Mushrooms are in plastic trays with clingfilm on them. Potatoes, carrots, parsnips are all clean. Even cabbages come with a film on them. The truth is…
Private schools are becoming an increasingly popular option for parents looking to secure the best possible education for their child. Over the last several years, many private schools have taken steps to open their admissions policies up to attract a wider demographic. In the past, private schools have been seen as signs of elitism and…
I recently read a worrying article in the Farmers Guardian. The regional co-ordinator at Farming and Countryside Education (FACE), Samantha Summerfield, called for the Department for Education to set aside cash to ensure all pupils are given the chance to get out on farm. This call was directly in response to a previous study which,…
Graduation season means graduation parties to celebrate these life milestones and accomplishments. They often mark the end of your educational path and the start of your career and adulthood. Whether you’re celebrating a high school graduation, college graduation or other achievement, the next question is how to throw the perfect graduation party. Here are seven…
I’ve been thinking about a farming series for ages but just couldn’t put my finger on what I actually wanted to do. Then it hit me. Women in Farming. Each month, I will be interviewing and featuring a different woman and finding out what makes her tick on the farm. Was she born into it?…
Many students are reluctant to enroll for an online masters in business administration because of the myths and misconceptions that surround online degree programs. Most of these myths are not factual. Studying online gives students an opportunity to pursue other interests and fulfill other responsibilities. Many students pursuing master’s degrees have day jobs and families…
There seems to be a rather uncomfortable pattern emerging. When Boo started school last year, I cried for the first two weeks of dropping her off. I have cried at parents evenings, sports day, her first school trip (and her second). I admit I am a crier. In January, a worried mum came up to…
If you’ve visited McDonald’s recently with the kids, you can’t help but to have noticed the new toys in the Happy Meal boxes. Gone are the plastic, musical toys that get left on your bedside table and go off all night, leaving said parent wondering where the noise is coming from (just me then) and,…
