Children need structure, routine and to have a sense of a predictable day. A structured day is vital for children’s well-being as it provides them with a sense of purpose, direction, familiarity and routine. Attending school provides children with that structure. From getting ready at home in the...
There are many emotions that we are feeling during this period of lockdown. We will undoubtedly have experienced periods of denial and possible disbelief in the early days, that this situation has come to what it has in such a short space of time. Some...
During the first couple of weeks of self-isolation lockdown, when the novelty and our motivation was high, many of us were busy doing things around the house that had needed our attention for a while. These activities helped to distract us from the intense reality of what...
For even the most laid back of us, this is a time where it is difficult not to feel worried about the future. There is an air of uncertainty and worry at the moment, and you may have found yourself feeling increasingly stressed or consumed...
There is no doubt that at the current time, the world and everything in it feels very surreal to us all. Our human minds are programmed to find comfort in familiarity and routine, whereby we can plan and feel prepared for the events that are...
Many of us, without any previous training or experience, have now become the homeschool educators for our children. This is going to bring many challenges for us as parents and for our children and young people who are transitioning from school to home learning environments. Some...