How choosing the right high school shapes university success
As parents, we're always thinking ahead, from those first prenatal vitamins to researching the best nurseries. But what might not be on your radar yet (and trust me,...
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Choosing the perfect overnight summer camp for your child
s I watched my 6-year-old bounce around the living room pretending to roast marshmallows over our...
What parents should know raising resilient teenagers in Phoenix
When I held my first baby, I never imagined I'd be writing about teen behavioural support...
Cool ideas for hot days: How to keep toddlers busy when you’re stuck inside
When the summer sun is blazing and outdoor play isn’t an option, parents everywhere face the...
5 essential resources for teaching your family Icelandic
Why these resources matter for your child's language journey Learning Icelandic opens doors to understanding one...
Physical therapy course: A guide to pursuing a career in PT
Physical therapy is a dynamic, rewarding field dedicated to improving patient health, restoring mobility, and enhancing...
How to help your child with writing informative essays
riting informative essays is a powerful way to share knowledge, express ideas, and explain complex topics...
The benefits of play therapy autism activities in kids
Play therapy is a wonderful way to encourage kids to open up on topics they may...
How to prepare your child for transition to secondary school
The primary school chapter is over and your child has suddenly become a pre-teen, about to...
40 best language and literacy activities for toddlers
I live in the UK, one of the most multicultural places globally, yet language isn’t pushed...
How to become a quality engineer: early signs to spot
Have you ever wondered how to become a quality engineer or if your child might have...
Empowering mums with IT support: essential tech tools and services
In today’s digital age, technology is an integral part of our daily lives, and for mums...
The best outdoor infant toys for development
Outdoor play is an essential part of early childhood development, offering babies the chance to explore,...
7 ways to get preschoolers interested in science and maths
It’s never too early to introduce maths and science topics for kids. It’s even encouraged to...
Boost math learning: parent-teacher collaboration ideas
Helping your child get better at math is something both parents and teachers need to work...
How to help your child build their foundational maths skills
In a world increasingly driven by data, the ability to navigate numbers is not just an...
Magical Harry Potter colouring sheet fun for kids
Colouring pages, intricate illustrations inviting the swipe of crayons or coloured pencils, have always been a...
How to be productive at home
I often procrastinate when I should finish a deadline, complete a household chore, or even when...
What motivates a child to do well in school?
As a parent, you play an active role in the success of your child's education. In...
How to support a child with autism at home
If you've recently discovered that your child may have autism spectrum disorder, you're probably wondering about...
codeSpark play app – coding activities for kids aged 5-10 years old
We can't run or hide from it. Our kids are growing up in a digital world...
Teach your kids to use the monkey bars
Are children's monkey bars a source of fear or fun for your child? For some kids,...
Help toddlers play, learn and grow with the HOMER Learning app
Did you know 85% of the brain develops before 5 years old but 98% of education...
ADHD support for parents – actions to implement now
Children often experience moments when their behaviour is out of control. During these times, they may...
List of things you need for university
If you have a child who is currently attending university or starting university this year or...
How to help your child revise for their 11 plus exams
*This article is Part Two of the Eleven Plus Exams Series under Kids Mental Health where we talk about the...
Eleven plus exams – the mental preparation before the work
*This article is part of the Eleven Plus Exams Series under Kids Mental Health where we...
Help your child discover the recipe for success and reach their goals and ambitions – Mindscreen Review – Part 9
*This post and the proceeding/subsequent posts in the series are sponsored by Mindscreen – an online mental health...
Teaching your child how to choose a career they will enjoy – Mindscreen Review – Part 7
*This post and the proceeding/subsequent posts in the series are sponsored by Mindscreen – an online mental health...
Helping your child choose subjects that suit their skills, hobbies and interests – Mindscreen Review – Part 6
*This post and the proceeding/subsequent posts in the series are sponsored by Mindscreen – an online...
Helping your child build a bank of personal unique skills – Mindscreen Review – Part 5
*This post and the proceeding/subsequent posts in the series are sponsored by Mindscreen – an online mental health...
How to build on your child’s strengths and increase their self-confidence – Mindscreen Review – Part 4
*This post and the proceeding/subsequent posts in the series are sponsored by Mindscreen – an online mental health...
How to encourage your child to build positive beliefs – Mindscreen Review – Part 3
*This post and the proceeding/subsequent posts in the series are sponsored by Mindscreen – an online mental health...
Why self-awareness is important to build your child’s self-esteem – Mindscreen Review – Part 2
*This post and the proceeding/subsequent posts in the series are sponsored by Mindscreen – an online mental health...
How to spot the signs of low self-esteem in your child – Mindscreen Review – Part 1
*This post and the subsequent posts in the series are sponsored by Mindscreen - an online...
Back to school preparation tips for a smooth first day back
It may not be the time to think about how to get ready for back to...
What books can do to improve us as people
"Imagination is more important than knowledge. For knowledge is limited to all we now know and...
The benefits of your child learning to play an instrument
Motherhood Diaries is working in partnership with Yamaha Music London to bring you a feature series...
How to learn a language during your pregnancy
When you're planning to take up a new skill, you'll find that there never really is...
Make learning fun with Math Bingo
Have you ever tried to explain long subtraction and addition to a 6-year-old (who is already...
Demystify code at the Institute of Imagination’s first ever ‘Lab Live – Recode’ exhibition
In this technological age of iPads and Smartphones, it is becoming increasingly difficult to engage our...
NCC Home Learning Nutrition and Health QCF Award Level 2 Overview
Back in the day, when the internet had not been invented yet and being accepted into...
Olly the White Van Book Series Product Review
Olly the Little White Van’s Website: http://www.ollythelittlewhitevan.co.uk What is Olly the Little White Van all about?...
Reading Chest Review
Research shows that reading with children for just ten minutes per day can make a dramatic...
Music and the Womb: Myths and Benefits of Early Exposure to Music
One of the most common pieces of advice for expectant mothers is to practice prenatal exposure...
