Blogging About Home Ed Since 2004…
There’s a lot of content here. I’ve been blogging about home ed life since 2004. I get it!
Browse the categories below and use the search bar to dig up specific content, such as content about neurodivergence in children, late dx, or simply useful tips and ideas for home ed. Trust me, I’ve done it all.
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When home education doesn’t flow
Sometimes it’s hard to write about home education in glowing terms because it feels like I’m not being entirely honest. Not dishonest, just not sharing the difficult bits. Because I’m trying to be an advocate, trying to lift people up, and I can’t imagine that people want to read about sometimes, I’m the one who…
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When home education doesn’t flow
Sometimes it’s hard to write about home education in glowing terms because it feels like I’m not being entirely honest. Not dishonest, just not sharing the difficult bits. Because I’m trying to be an advocate, trying to lift people up, and I can’t imagine that people want to read about sometimes, I’m the one who…
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How home education looks for us in 2025
I have been home educating, on and off for over 20 years now. That feels like a bit of a milestone that swung by without me even noticing. We’ve made changes over the years, obviously, and home education in 2025 is pretty different to when we got started way back in 2003. Back then, if…
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Low demand full time (cheap!) home education
Youngest is now 12. Somewhat demand averse, but will deep dive at the drop of a hat into something they find interesting. Last week we had some time to spare between activities (home ed ninja tag and bowling at the start of the day and computer club at the end) so we wandered the charity…
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Sleep adaptations for the autistic family
As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. This is a collaborative post. It seems a bit of an oversight that I haven’t talked about sleep much on the blog before, although we’ve had a variety of issues with it over the years as a family. We’re at a fairly good place at the…
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Captain Fantastic: The Undersea Monster review and giveaway
I love being approached by authors to share their work, and I particularly like when the book is good for home education. Tommy Balaam at Captain Fantastic is dyslexic, and on a mission to help other people with it. The book we’re reviewing, Captain Fantastic: the Undersea Monster, is a fab colourful cartoon-style book with…
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How To Teach Your Child to Feel Independent
Disclosure: collaborative post As parents, one of our most significant responsibilities is to prepare our children for the world ahead. Central to this preparation is instilling a sense of independence. Teaching children to feel independent fosters confidence, resilience, and self-reliance, essential traits for navigating life’s challenges. Below is a comprehensive guide on how to cultivate…
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Exploring Resilience with Your Child
Disclosure: collaborative post In today’s fast-paced world, resilience has become an essential skill for navigating life’s challenges. As parents, one of the greatest gifts we can give our children is the ability to bounce back from setbacks and adversity. Exploring resilience with your child is not just about teaching them to endure difficulties but also…
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Teaching Your Child About Moral Values
Disclosure: collaborative post. In a world often fraught with challenges and complexities, instilling moral values in our children becomes paramount. Beyond academics, equipping them with a strong moral compass ensures they navigate life with integrity, empathy, and respect. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to effectively teach your child about moral values. Understanding Moral Values…
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How to explore kindness with your child
Disclosure: collaborative post. Teaching kindness to children is not just about instilling good manners; it’s about nurturing empathy, compassion, and understanding in the next generation. As a parent, you play a crucial role in shaping your child’s character and values. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to explore kindness with your child, fostering a spirit…
Home Ed Inspiration, Ideas, and Activities
Click the links below and scroll through my collection of ideas, workshops, excursions, and more to discover practical everyday activities you can do together in and around your home classroom.
Home Ed Life
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When home education doesn’t flow
Sometimes it’s hard to write about home education in glowing terms because it feels like I’m not being entirely honest.…
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Low demand full time (cheap!) home education
Youngest is now 12. Somewhat demand averse, but will deep dive at the drop of a hat into something they…
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Charity shop board games – Ingenious, Set and Retsami
I have mentioned regularly on social media how dedicated I am to charity shops. We’re fortunate to have around 10…
Neurodivergence in Children
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When home education doesn’t flow
Sometimes it’s hard to write about home education in glowing terms because it feels like I’m not being entirely honest.…
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The first song.
Parenting is full of firsts. First smile, first steps, first word (different children achieve these in different orders and at…
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Home education, how's it looking these days?
I still get a fair few contacts via social media about home education, so I thought it was probably time…
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Home Education
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How home education looks for us in 2025
I have been home educating, on and off for over 20 years now. That feels like a bit of a…
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The Playful Path to Development: Encouraging Growth through Outdoor Toys in Learning
Introduction: The Unending Joy of Play Children’s play is a universe of exploration, discovery, and learning. It’s a joyous journey…
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Day two of learning to code with Scratch and Tigerboy.
Yesterday we got started on working our way through a Scratch tutorial book I picked up from the local library…
Neurodivergence Late Dx
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A year to clear what’s holding you back….
I bought a course under this name from DailyOm years ago. As I often do with these things, I started…
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Neurodivergence on page and screen – Like a Curse and A Kind of Spark from Elle McNicoll
Although Smallest and Tigerboy are now 13 and 11, I still read to them every night. It’s a really nice…
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Did I mention that I’m tired?
I am tired. I went to the physio today, as advised by the GP two weeks ago, to request referral…
Home Education by Age and Special Interests
Explore our collection of activities, ideas, and resources tailored for different ages and learning adventures. From sensory play with toddlers to exam preparation with teenagers, plus our special passion for living Tudor history at Kentwell Hall.
Early Years Home Education (Ages 0-5)
The magic of early learning happens through play, exploration, and following your child’s natural curiosity. These formative years are about creating rich environments where learning flows naturally through everyday adventures – no formal lessons required, just lots of wonder and discovery together.
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How to Keep your Baby Safe Around the Home
Disclosure: collaborative post Do you look around your home and just have a gut feeling that it is not safe?…
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Cosy Up: Mastering the Art of Comforting Your Kids
Disclosure: Collaborative post In our journey as parents, we often find ourselves puzzled by figuring out how best to provide…
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Getting started with home education in the UK.
If your child is in school, you need to know your rights around deregistration. If not, you can skip on…
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Choosing The Right Car Seat: What You Need To Know
Disclosure: collaborative post Image credit A car seat is one thing every child needs to help keep them safe. Car…
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Important Ways To Help Your Child’s Education
Disclosure: collaborative post. As all parents should be aware, your child’s education is hugely important for their future and their…
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Why It’s So Important To Nourish Your Inner Child
Disclosure: Collaborative post Pexels CC0 license It’s very easy to be critical of ourselves on a daily basis, and sometimes,…
Primary Years Home Education (Ages 6-11)
Primary years bring the perfect balance of hands-on exploration and gentle structure. This is when children’s natural curiosity flourishes through exciting projects, real-world adventures, and discovering that learning can be joyful. We focus on building confidence alongside skills, always following their interests and enthusiasm.
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How home education looks for us in 2025
I have been home educating, on and off for over 20 years now. That feels like a bit of a…
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Low demand full time (cheap!) home education
Youngest is now 12. Somewhat demand averse, but will deep dive at the drop of a hat into something they…
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How To Teach Your Child to Feel Independent
Disclosure: collaborative post As parents, one of our most significant responsibilities is to prepare our children for the world ahead.…
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Exploring Resilience with Your Child
Disclosure: collaborative post In today’s fast-paced world, resilience has become an essential skill for navigating life’s challenges. As parents, one…
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Teaching Your Child About Moral Values
Disclosure: collaborative post. In a world often fraught with challenges and complexities, instilling moral values in our children becomes paramount.…
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How to explore kindness with your child
Disclosure: collaborative post. Teaching kindness to children is not just about instilling good manners; it’s about nurturing empathy, compassion, and…
Secondary Years Home Education (Ages 12-18)
The secondary years mark an exciting shift towards independence and deeper learning. Teenagers thrive when given ownership of their education journey, whether pursuing exam routes, exploring passion projects, or preparing for life beyond home ed. It’s about mentoring rather than directing, supporting their growing autonomy while staying connected to their goals.
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Prom Dress Shopping on a Budget
Disclosure: collaborative post If your household is buzzing with excitement about prom season or perhaps you’ve got a summer wedding…
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Which Are The Best Transferable Skills To Have?
If you are trying to get ahead in the world of work, then you should be aware of the concept…
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AI for Business
Disclosure: collaborative post In today’s rapidly advancing technological landscape, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a cornerstone for innovation and efficiency…
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Wildflower hunting, sculpture trails and music festivals – some summer plans
I love wildflowers. This is not a surprise to anyone who follows me on instagram. (Handy link over there in…
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How to make a fabric indoor wreath
I was recently approached by Turtle Mat to take part in a wreath making activity, they were kind enough to…
Kentwell Hall Tudor Recreation Adventures
For over 15 years, our family has immersed ourselves in living Tudor history at Kentwell Hall’s extraordinary recreations. These aren’t just visits – they’re transformative learning experiences where children don’t just study history, they live it. From churning butter in period costume to speaking Tudor English, these adventures have shaped our understanding of bringing learning to vivid life.
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Kentwell 1588 day one
She is happy, honest. Glorious sunset. The hall is open to the public with tudors reenacting 1588 today (Sunday 23rd)…
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(early) Saturday snippets September 23rd 2017
{heading} for bed very soon, as Kentwell calls. Our last event of the tudor year, and it’s just me and…
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Summer snippets part 2 – all about Joan
This is Joan. (With thanks to Mike and Allison for the picture. ) I’ve been Joan twice this summer. It’s…
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Saturday snippets 21 August 2015
{putting} a tent up Kentwell Hall, ready for this week’s hands on living history reenactment. Forecast was for a very…
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Perfect moments
When the rain starts 5 minutes after you get back to your tent after a long warm day. When your…
Blogging
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Saturday snippets 31 July 2021
Trying – to build a blogging habit. I have two draft posts from this week that I haven’t managed to…
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Saturday Snippets 24 July 2021
{pondering} getting back to blogging. Partly for me, partly for reasons, partly to see if I can make a living…
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what do you need to know to appreciate beauty?
When you’re scrolling through twitter, and you come across a discussion on education and creativity and you hear… “we can’t…
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Visit The Archive
I’ve been blogging for so long I’ve racked up over 5,000+ posts. Impressive eh?
I created a dedicated archive page to preserve my content and make it accessible for everyone to browse and glean tidbits from my experiences as a neurodiverse home ed mum.
Enjoy!
Book Club
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Saturday snippets 31 July 2021
Trying – to build a blogging habit. I have two draft posts from this week that I haven’t managed to…
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Saturday Snippets 24 July 2021
{pondering} getting back to blogging. Partly for me, partly for reasons, partly to see if I can make a living…
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what do you need to know to appreciate beauty?
When you’re scrolling through twitter, and you come across a discussion on education and creativity and you hear… “we can’t…
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