Now that Christmas has passed and it’s too late for this to be of any use to anyone, I thought I’d write about what we got the kids for Christmas this – err, I mean last – year. As I mentioned last post we try to do six gifts consisting of “want, need, wear, read, … Continue reading
My friends and I used to joke that I have enough clothes to wear a different item every day, without ever having to repeat an outfit. While it’s true that that was (is) a joke, the reality is that I have far more clothes than I need. The reason for the glut of garments relates to … Continue reading
Literacy is one of the things that I feel most strongly about in early years education. It ranks right up there with empowering children, because there are so many power structures hidden within literacy that it is almost impossible to confront and challenge without being aware of them. Because of this books play an important … Continue reading
One of the many things I’ve been doing these past few weeks (in between work and Uni assignments that is) is working on a play dough recipe that can be read and followed by children. I’m not sure which kids enjoy more – playing with play dough, or helping to make it! But during the … Continue reading
Langwarrin Flora and Fauna Reserve is, as the name suggests, a flora and fauna reserve located not far from where we live. According to a plaque as you walk in, it started life as a military reserve in 1886 and was used for a variety of purposes during colonial times. During WWI it was used … Continue reading
When I stop to think about it, I think Autumn must be my favourite season. The cooler days, the crisp mornings, and the amazing colours of Autumn leaves. This is why, when Nick requested that we go for our inescapable Sunday drive, I suggested that we head to Seawinds Gardens. Seawinds Gardens is located … Continue reading
For a long time Mr J has been a huge fan of Lego. I remember him getting Cars branded Lego when he was only three or four, and him devouring it (metaphorically, not literally). He could follow the instructions and construct his Lego creations almost without help. I remember marvelling at the skills he … Continue reading
There are a number of resources that I have been lusting after for almost as long as I can remember (Spielgaben and light boxes amongst them!). For the most part they are out of my reach price-wise, but I’ve decided that I’m going to attempt some DIY. Unhandy though Nick and I may be, … Continue reading
I grew up knowing that my Granddad had served in the Navy during World War II, but that he didn’t like to talk about it. He was a boiler stoker on the HMS Shropshire, and he signed up in 1941 when he was 19. I don’t know much about his time in service other than … Continue reading
It’s almost like clockwork the way that the weekend will roll around, and Nick will say “Hey, let’s go for a drive!” I usually mutter something about needing to get things done around the house, but capitulate pretty quickly, and we all pile into the car for a trip to some previously unthought about destination. … Continue reading
