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Organic Fortnight
08 September 2010 11:55 AM | No CommentsPerhaps you could visit an organic farm this fortnight? Being Organic is kind to animals and wildlife and can have an impact on the world around us, just by slightly changing the way we shop. This year, the Soil Association are trying to show people that Organic...
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International Literacy Day
08 September 2010 11:47 AM | No CommentsLiteracy is an important element of our society – however, for other countries less fortunate than our own – it is still a goal that may not have been achieved. The 8th of September welcomes International Literacy Day, a day to recognise the efforts that are...
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Letting Go of Worries – Free Meditation
01 September 2010 7:46 AM | No CommentsClose your eyes and stay as still as possible. Relax your shoulders. Relax your arms. Relax your neck. Relax your head.Relax your chest. Relax your stomach Relax your back relax your legs relax your feet. Just relax and start to let go and feel calm and...
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CD of the Month – September!
01 September 2010 7:25 AM | No CommentsBack to school… Worried? Frightened? Don’t be! Use our ANXIETY AND WORRY CD to feel calm. By simply letting go and addressing those emotions, we can be more assured in our lives – rather than fear what is only natural. Including a booklet of exercises, your child...
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Help children feel great this term!
01 September 2010 7:23 AM | No CommentsResearch has shown that children’s thoughts and statements can actually affect their physical feelings of anxiety. When children say positive, affirming statements to themselves, they often feel less anxiety and feel more capable of handling stressful moments. For example, a child who is able to say statements...
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Schools Archive
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International Literacy Day
Posted on September 8, 2010 | No CommentsLiteracy is an important element of our society – however, for other countries less fortunate than our own – it is still a goal that may not have been achieved. The 8th of September welcomes International Literacy Day, a day to recognise the efforts that are... -
Help children feel great this term!
Posted on September 1, 2010 | No CommentsResearch has shown that children’s thoughts and statements can actually affect their physical feelings of anxiety. When children say positive, affirming statements to themselves, they often feel less anxiety and feel more capable of handling stressful moments. For example, a child who is able to say statements... -
Carnival Time
Posted on August 26, 2010 | 1 CommentIt’s summer – so let’s celebrate! Why not! Bring the Notting Hill Carnival atmosphere to your town this summer by hosting your own party. To have your own carnival – you will need to think about the following… Weather: Fingers crossed the sun will be shining, but if... -
10 things you should know about your students… age 8/11
Posted on August 19, 2010 | 1 CommentBy Jude Lowe, RKT from Australia Enthusiasm, compassion and self belief are all important qualities for RK Teachers and no doubt the longer you practice the more adept you will become at tailoring classes that are suitable for specific individuals and situations. Some RKT may already... -
Thoughts on Teachers Gifts
Posted on July 27, 2010 | No CommentsIt’s the end of the term – so, do you or don’t you buy gifts for your teachers? It’s a difficult one. They have spent a lot of time building up a relationship with your kids and trying their best to give their class the tools... -
Summer Outdoor Play
Posted on July 27, 2010 | 1 CommentA few games for you and the kids this summer - Down Down Down: You start off with a tennis ball and throw the ball continuously back and forth until somebody drops the ball when someone drops the ball you say “Down on one knee” then... -
Individuality
Posted on July 21, 2010 | No CommentsAsk anyone to describe themselves, their background, and their beliefs: you will find that everybody’s answers are different. Yes, some of us may have commonalities but we are all individual. For children, this concept can be a difficult one. They do not want to be different.... -
Boosting Kids Self Esteem
Posted on July 21, 2010 | No CommentsSelf-esteem is all about how much we value ourselves and how worthwhile they feel. Self-esteem is so important as feeling good about the self affects behaviour. Often children with higher self esteem can make friends easily and are happier and more able to appreciate their... -
Teamwork can make the Dream Work!
Posted on July 17, 2010 | No CommentsWe can’t all be good at everything. Equally, we can’t do everything without a little help from our friends sometimes! The RK CALMER CLASSROOMS CD encourage team spirit! Being a good team player is so important for all aspects of life and it’s great if you... -
The Importance of Playing Games
Posted on July 13, 2010 | No CommentsThe further we move into the technological world, the more children are exposed to the negative impacts of the media, TV, movies, video games and of course the internet. These mediums of entertainment are having an increasing effect on children’s concentration levels, focus, social skills...