Monthly Archives: July 2014

How to help your child become a confident reader

Posted on July 25, 2014 by hooperj

Reading makes you smarter is the conclusion of a research project which followed 1890 pairs of identical twins from the age of 7 to 16. The research team led by Dr Stuart Richie of Edinburgh University has shown that being … Continue reading →

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C is for Confidence, Competence, Choice and Control

Posted on July 24, 2014 by hooperj

Today I’m waiting to hear from the lawyers about my house move. It’s nerve wracking because I have no control now that I have done everything that I can to help things along. I’m an optimist but maybe an impatient … Continue reading →

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What children really need from their summer break is to discover and use their strengths.

Posted on July 22, 2014 by hooperj

Will your children have a happy summer doing things they love and avoiding boredom?  Are you confident that things will go well or do you wonder what to do for the best? Is this a time for rest and recreation … Continue reading →

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Do you really want your child to be a genius?

Posted on July 21, 2014 by hooperj

Why oh why does a programme like Child Genius get an audience? It is wrong on so many levels, elitism, a fascination with the eccentric and a guilty pleasure in finding fault with the parents whose greatest wish is that … Continue reading →

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