Our Home Ed Garden: Early July Edition
Step inside our garden this July! See what is growing, what is being harvested and what is struggling in this English heatwave!
Home Ed End of Term Project: Ladybirds
A fantastic look at our end of summer term project — ladybirds. Including life cycles we have spotted in our own garden.
Our Garden This Week: Roses, Bees and Strawberries
From blooming roses and busy bumblebees to growing strawberries and unexpected ladybird discoveries, here’s what we’ve been learning in our garden this week.
Mint Water Roots Experiment for Kids: Plant Science Activity
Try this simple mint water roots experiment with your children. Learn how plants grow new roots using just a mint cutting, a jar, tap water, and a sunny windowsill.
The Home Classroom Journal: Spring Walks
What can children learn from a home education walk? Explore the benefits of outdoor learning, from nature and history to confidence, curiosity, and real-world understanding.
Free KS2 History Resources | Mulan Reality Check
Free Mulan history lesson plan for homeschool and classroom use. Explore the real Ballad of Mulan with engaging activities, discussion ideas, and adaptable teaching resources.
Free KS2 History Resources | Pocahontas Reality Check
Discover the real Pocahontas story with free history resources for kids. Ideal for homeschool, this guide separates Disney myth from real history with accurate, engaging materials.
Why Punishments Won’t Teach Children to Love Reading
Discover why punishment can harm your child’s relationship with reading and how to gently encourage a genuine love of books through pressure-free learning.
Things I Wish People Knew About Home Education
Thinking about home education? Here’s what I wish people understood — from different learning methods and socialisation myths to what a real home educating day actually looks like.