Komodo dragons are pretty amazing. So, as we are continually looking for the maths in the world around us, we've put together some of our favourite Komodo dragon related facts and figures (and a few maths questions for the kids to tackle as you go!)
Concentration in children - why it's important and ideas of how we as parents can promote good concentration habits.
From the art of practice, to building strong foundations, there's a lot to be learned from the Karate Kid which we can apply to learning maths.
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A parent's guide to the 2024 Key Stage 1 National Curriculum Tests (or SATs) for 7 year olds in England. What they are, how you can help and why you shouldn't panic!
There's an important discussion to be had here about pervasive gender stereotypes and how they limit girls' ability to fulfil their potential. But there's another really important take-home for parents, regardless of their children's gender: Don't be afraid to overrate your child
In Year 1, all children in England take a phonics check. It's not a test, and it's nothing that parents or children can really prepare for. It simply allows schools to check that pupils have learned phonics to an appropriate standard for their age.
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In Year 1, all children in England take a phonics check. It's not a test, and it's nothing that parents or children can really prepare for. It simply allows schools to check that pupils have learned phonics to an appropriate standard for their age.
As an adult, you may have developed habits in which you form letters differently to the proscribed way, and I'm sure it doesn't hold you back. But trust us when we say that forming letters with the right start and end points makes things easier in the long run.
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