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Autumn Goodies
Hello all! I have two autumn inforgraphic for you today. Autumn feels like it is finally here and I am loving it! Enjoy x
Vanessa Wigston
Oct 311 min read


Free Forest Bathing Zine
Hey all, Here is another freebie for you. This is my forest bathing resource in the form of a zine. There are instructions on how to fold this correctly. I suggest paper thickness of around 120gsm, so it folds neatly. Enjoy x
Vanessa Wigston
Oct 291 min read


Freebie! Animal Groups
Here is a little animal groups freebie. Enjoy x What you will receive: A6 animal groups cards with beautiful hand-painted animal illustrations. 2 x A3 Animal groups posters Animal colouring in sheets Animal match activity Animal stickers Invertebrates and vertebrates sorting activity Animal fact file worksheet You will receive access to my Google Drive account, where you can download all the files - both US Letter and A4.
Vanessa Wigston
Oct 271 min read


Infographics: a Visual Adventure
Infographics are a brilliant way to turn information into something visual, memorable and easy to understand. Instead of presenting facts in a long block of text, an infographic combines words, images, diagrams and small snippets of information to help learners see the bigger picture. They can be particularly useful for homeschoolers because they can be used in lots of different ways, from introducing a new topic to reviewing something your child has already learned. What is
Vanessa Wigston
Sep 44 min read


Home Education: How to Get Started
Thinking about home education can feel both exciting and completely overwhelming. Where do you start? What do you need to teach? Do you need a curriculum? How do you know if you're doing enough? The good news is that home education doesn't have to look like school at home. There are many different ways to home educate, and one of the wonderful things about it is that you can find an approach that works for your family, your children and your everyday life. Whether you're cons
Vanessa Wigston
Aug 237 min read


How to Begin Nature Study with Children
Nature study is one of the simplest ways to bring learning outside. You don't need complicated equipment, a strict lesson plan or a long list of things to identify. All you really need is time, curiosity and a willingness to look closely. Whether you're new to homeschooling or have been doing it for years, nature study can become a lovely rhythm in your week. What Is Nature Study? Nature study is simply spending time observing and learning about the natural world. You might e
Vanessa Wigston
Aug 213 min read


Learning Through Story-Telling
Learning doesn't always need to begin with a worksheet or a textbook. Sometimes, the best way to spark curiosity is to invite children into a story. This is the idea behind The Woodland Post Office, a creative homeschool resource inspired by woodland animals, storytelling and the changing seasons. The Story Imagine a little post office tucked away in the woodland. Mr Badger is the Post Master. Mrs Fox delivers the letters. Mr Owl sorts the evening post. As autumn arrives, let
Vanessa Wigston
Aug 212 min read
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