Author: Emma Reed

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Top Tips for Helping Your Child Learn a New Language

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Helping your child learn a new language from a young age can help set them up for future success. Not only will it look great on their CV, but it will also help improve their memory, allow them to develop multi-tasking skills and also promotes cultural appreciation. You may be wondering how you can help your child learn a new language, especially if you’re not bilingual yourself. The good news is there are many things you can do, as explored below by an independent school in Surrey below.

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How to Be More Involved in Your Child’s Education

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If you want your child to succeed in school, it’s important for you to demonstrate your commitment to their performance by getting involved where you can. Showing that you genuinely care about their education will motivate them to try their best and do well. So, how can you get “more involved”? Here are some tips from a private school in Surrey.

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Can Your Coffee Rituals Be More Conscious and Eco-Friendly?

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Our society is becoming more and more aware of what we consume, how we dispose of our fast-paced life essentials and how they are affecting the planet. From recycling to alternative choices – we‘re all working towards one very important goal – to reduce waste and to help our planet. As coffee is surely a daily companion to many of us, in fact, British Coffee Association states that it might be the most popular drink worldwide with around two billion cups consumed every day, it‘s important to consider the environmental impacts and their effects. So read on to learn a few easy steps you can make to show you care.

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Save Money And Cut Carbon With LED Bulbs

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When it comes to living more sustainably, there isn’t just one clear cut way of achieving this. We all want to do our bit and no matter how big or small that is, each change is important. I will often use the phrase Small Sustainable Steps because I truly believe these are what matter, there is no way that every single person can attempt to make huge changes in their lives but each of us can take a small step. Another aspect of eco-living that I often hear is that it is difficult to do. Yes, I agree that not all eco swaps will suit every person but to me, if you select changes that you know you can make, that will last, that will work for you, then that is enough. One area which I think we could all begin to tackle is to switch our light bulbs. Sounds very simple, doesn’t it? If we all switched our old light bulbs over to LED bulbs we could take some big steps towards cutting our carbon whilst also saving money.

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Review | OLC Clothing Bamboo Socks

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Shopping more sustainably has been something that I have been actively trying to do for the last couple of years. I have found that secondhand shopping works really well for us as a family but there are times when you really do need to buy new (I, like many, will only buy new underwear and socks). In this case, I try my best to check out a company’s sustainability aims, their ethics and the materials their clothes are made from, however, I have found that it can be very tricky to tick every box, and it can be quite confusing when their statements aren’t as clear cut as you, the consumer requires. This is precisely why when a company like OLC Clothing, who are clearly passionate about what they do get into contact, I get really excited because it means that a change is happening and if it is a positive one for our planet then I am more than happy to support them.

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7 Amazing Features That Are Provided Only in Electric Bikes

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A relatively newer and one of the best innovations in the vehicle industry is electric bikes. Undoubtedly, biking or cycling is a great recreational activity as well as an efficient source of travelling. Cycling is beneficial for your physical strength, while also allowing you to feel mentally relaxed. That being said about usual cycling, electric bikes are much more than that.

Features of electric bikes are not only expanded in numbers, but also in quality. An e-bike doubles up the benefits that you get from a usual bike and adds in a lot of fun, enjoyment, and capability to be as adventurous as you want to be.

Not convinced? Don’t worry. Below are 7 benefits that you only get in an electric bike. So, be ready to say goodbye to your old, ordinary bike, because the list below is definitely going to change your mind.

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How To Make A Boot Brush

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With the many muddy walks we’ve been on recently, my hallway was starting to look worse for wear and I was getting frustrated with the amount of vacuuming I was doing. As we had recently put down a new front door mat (thanks to the puppy!) I had some offcuts left over which I was keeping hold of because I just knew I could make them come in handy in some way… And that’s exactly how this idea came to mind. Here is how to make a boot brush:

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