Monday 29 November 2021

AD / CHILDRENS CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE

 I have been slowly ticking off the children’s Christmas wish list over the past few weeks and slowly but surely I am definitely getting there :) .Are you ready for Christmas? Or are you still shopping?, I’ve done a round up of some lovely Christmas gifts for children that might inspire you or help you out whilst browsing this year .


Saturday 27 November 2021

HELPING YOUR CHILD DEVELOP THEIR VOCABULARY

 Vocabulary is needed to communicate effectively and can help your child to express themselves clearly to others. Whether it be presenting valid arguments or how they feel by enriching their speech and writing skills. We have teamed up with a nursery in Islington to share ways that you can help your child to develop their vocabulary.

 


Have Conversations with Your Child

There are 4 types of vocabulary. Vocabulary that is needed to listen, speak, read and write. To build your child’s vocabulary it’s important to speak to them and engage in conversation.  Even if your child isn’t at the stage where they are able to respond or understand, this can help them to build their listening vocabulary. 


By building familiarity with words that are used, your child will soon develop their speech. This vocabulary will then help them when learning to read and write. Start by describing the environment around them and usphysical objects to help them understand what words mean and build connections.

 

Broaden Your Child’s Vocabulary with Synonyms

Once your child has grasped their first words, expand their vocabulary by using synonyms. Use words like glad’ instead of happy or exciting instead of fun.

 


Reading Is the Fastest Way to Learn New Vocabulary

Getting your child to lead story time and read out loud can help them to discover new words and allow them to ask you about what they mean. 


The context that they are in can help them to understand more about when they are used and their spelling. To help your child incorporate these words into their spoken and written vocabulary, you can ask questions following story time to see if they remember their meanings.


 

Word of The Day

Tools such as word of the day can help your child to discover new words. Up to 365 a year in fact. To be effective, you can set your child on a task to use a word at least 3 times in their day to help them remember and create a word wall of all new words learned.

 

Thursday 25 November 2021

HOW TO RAISE A COMPASSIONATE CHILD

 Compassion allows us to develop meaningful connections with those around us and helps us to lead healthier lives too as acts of kindness release endorphins. The brain’s natural painkiller and stress reliever. We have teamed up with an independent boys school in Hertfordshire to share advice on how to raise a compassionate child.

 


Tuesday 23 November 2021

HOW TO MOTIVATE YOUR CHILD TO LEARN MORE

 We all know that as much as mum nags, children need to have a desire to learn to improve their engagement and performance at school. We have teamed up with a nursery school in Tavistock to share tips on how to motivate your child to learn.


 

Sunday 21 November 2021

AD/ WINTER JUMPER MUST HAVES | FEMME LUXE

Whether you love the Autumn time,the crisp, cold air, fallen leaves and enjoy the colder season, or you absolutely hate them, the winter months have definitely hit the UK and are officially here. With that comes the difficult task of what to wear.


Friday 19 November 2021

5 UNIQUE HOBBIES FOR CHILDREN

 Hobbies allow children to explore their passions, find hidden talents and develop skills that they wouldn’t otherwise probably be able to build at school. 


Wednesday 17 November 2021

HIS AND HER CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE

When it comes to buying for the other half , it can either go two ways can’t it ?. You know what they like so it’s an easy one ,or they have everything you have thought of buying them so they say surprise me, and that’s where the trouble starts :)


Monday 15 November 2021

STOCKING FILLER IDEAS FOR ALL THE FAMILY

When it comes to stockings, they have got to be one of my favourite things about Christmas morning . We come downstairs and the first thing we open are our stockings.


Saturday 13 November 2021

AD/ CHRISTMAS ADVENT CALENDAR MUST HAVES


Just a few more weeks until the first of December hits , have you got your advent calendar sorted?, which one have you gone for ?.If you are still a little indecisive then I’ve done a round up of some of my favourites this year and definitely a must have!.


Thursday 11 November 2021

PRIVATE DINING AT SEA FOR THE HOLIDAYS

 The holiday season should be an eagerly awaited opportunity to spend quality time with friends and family. For many individuals, however, a great deal of extra time and effort can be added to an already busy schedule. Preparing for a round of household guests and dinners could become a rather demanding endeavour .



Tuesday 9 November 2021

DO’S & DONT’S OF HELPING YOUR CHILD’S IMMUNE SYSTEM STAY STRONG

 Is it possible to fortify the immune system, so it's ready to take on those pesky invaders? Some studies indicate that yes, it is. 


Friday 5 November 2021

AD/ 3 AUTUMN DRESSES YOU NEED IN YOUR LIFE | FEMME LUXE


I am definitely feeling Autumn now October is here , are you?. The really dark mornings , but as the day goes on , the sun comes out and there’s that crisp to the air , I absolutely love it !. The leaves have fallen and it’s just one of my favourite times of the year .


Thursday 4 November 2021

AD / AUTUMN WARDROBE ESSENTIALS | FEMME LUXE



When putting together a list like this , I always hesitate to use words like essential or must haves because we are all different and have our own styles and favourites for this time of year, so definitely take my list with a pinch of salt and see this as magazine page in one of your favourite magazines, with all the autumn must haves I think would be a hit for us this :)

 


Wednesday 3 November 2021

AD / LEARNING FUN WITH PEPPA PIG | TRENDS UK

It’s definitely no secret that Nila is an absolute mad Peppa pig fan, she has been from the get go and loves her ever growing Peppa toy collection.


Monday 1 November 2021

AD / THE PERFECT CHRISTMAS GIFTS THIS YEAR | WICKED UNCLE

It is official! , the 1st of November , and that only means one thing , operation Christmas. I know quite a lot of you have already started buying some brilliant children’s presents ,but I really do like to enjoy Halloween and once November hits , it is all about tinsel and the latest Christmas playlist  :)