There are some authors that everyone should know There are some books that every child should read In fact The TES have just published their list Of 100 books all children should read Before they leave primary school Though many … Continue reading →

Today we spent a couple of hours at Leeds Castle Esther was at summer school It was very hot Much hotter than I had anticipated Bea was very tired Having been awake since 7am A whole hour earlier than usual … Continue reading →

There is so much happening in state education at the moment Decisions are being made that will affect not only our children’s school days But their futures too Academies The return of grammar schools The SATs debacle The ever growing … Continue reading →

This summer we will be watching the Olympic Games We are not watching it live as we do not have live TV in our home But we are going to watch highlights We are going to watch clips from the … Continue reading →

There is nothing we like more at Edspire HQ Than getting our paints out And making a mess And through the fun, messy process Maybe creating some art Paint brushes are fun But we like to be a little different … Continue reading →

Week 11 11 weeks not living at home Eleven long weeks in a temporary house With our life on hold Unable to make plans Set routines A journey of uncertainty Waiting for the building to be done Soon we will … Continue reading →

On a hot and sunny summer weekend Our twins turned six Their birthday request? To go to Margate To The Hornby Visitor Centre And to Dreamland Their wish was our command After a lovely, calm and quiet morning Playing with … Continue reading →

Three years ago We were invited to London Zoo On the day of Esther and William’s third birthday This year I wanted to go back To see how much the twins And the zoo Had grown and changed We headed … Continue reading →