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About ofamily

Home educating family based in the UK. We try to make learning fun

Working out which numbers are Greater Than.

Over the weekend while the kids were weighing their toys again (they have done this a few times and enjoy figuring out which combination of toys is heavier), I had a sudden thought what if we weighed some craft sticks … Continue reading

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Comprehension Workbooks for Year 2 (UK)

I am trying to write more posts about the books and games that the kids have used and enjoyed. I know it is always helpful to read reviews before you spend your hard-earned money buying books and games (I always … Continue reading

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Easter Bunny Jars

Who does not love the Easter Bunny ?  Both of my kids love the idea of a cute bunny delivering some chocolate – I mean what is not to love right – you get chocolate and my kids love chocolate. … Continue reading

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Hama Noughts and Crosses

Both my kids enjoy making Hama Bead pictures and goodies.  Sometimes the creations turn out quite well and other times, well sometimes they just do not turn out as we had planned. So when my youngest chirped up that we … Continue reading

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Sand art Easter Eggs with some tissue paper for fun

My kids love sand art.  It is fun and it is a great tactile activity for all kids.  When my daughter first started doing sand art she was very hesitant to touch it but now she asks me if she … Continue reading

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