Dyslexic employees could help to solve the skills shortages of the future
New report identifies that dyslexic individuals hold a unique set of skills that will be important to our future workforce Educators and employers have a role in unlocking the potential of the 6.6 million people in the UK – 700 million globally – thought to have dyslexia Report written solely by dyslexic individuals, shows that
The Polka Theatre, Wimbledon Nov 2018
NEW SEASON: Polka Theatre, Ratty, Badger and Mole to the rescue! The Wind in the Willows: 9 November 2018 – 17 February 2019 Polka Theatre are re-staging The Wind in the Willows adapted by Toby Hulse. The Wind in the Willows themes of joy of adventure, respecting our environment and the importance of friendship have endured
The Everlast Notebook
The Everlast notebook provides a classic pen and paper experience, yet is built for the digital age. Each page is covered in a grid of dots, and at the bottom of each page, there are a series of symbols. When you write using any pen from the Pilot Frixion line, your writing sticks to Everlast
Women & Shakespeare
Women & Shakespeare, November 2018 Shakespeare’s Birthplace, Henley Street, Stratford-upon-Avon Women & Shakespeare: A Woman’s Work, every Saturday at 11am: Hear all about the work that women carried out in Shakespeare’s time, from farming to raising children, brewing beer to baking bread. Meet the Experts, Monday, 12th November, 12pm-4pm: A rare opportunity to meet
World Mental Health Day
Head Above Water British Designer, Steuart Padwick has created the 9-metre high interactive, ‘Head Above Water’ interactive sculpture on London’s South Bank Head Above Water involved over 30 organisations, ranging from King’s College London’s Institute of Psychiatry to global structural engineers Ramboll and lighting experts Hoare Lea. The 9-metre interactive, illuminated head challenges attitudes and
Exploring humankind’s fascination with animals through 300 captivating images
This October, Animal: Exploring the Zoological World, a new book from Phaidon, will chronicle the captivating visual history of humankind’s fascination with animals. Highlighting the extraordinary diversity of life on earth, Animal will combine manuscripts, paintings, prints and illustrations with photographs and digital renderings to bring the zoological world vividly to life. The 300+ image,
Boosting Your Family’s Online Safety
Google is launching its Safety Centre in the UK. In an ever-changing world, families are navigating new technologies, gadgets and online services. Because of this, it can be really helpful to get some practical advice on how best to use technology within the family. At Google, we continuously talk to safety experts, parents, educators and
Roald Dahl’s Matilda is still top of the class
The 30th anniversary of Roald Dahl’s Matilda and the release of a new special edition book today October 4th, eBay.co.uk has revealed that when it comes to Roald Dahl classics – Matilda is still at the top of the class – with her magic touch. Celebrating the anniversary with a Roald Dahl character ranking, in
ALICE IN WONDERLAND
ALICE IN WONDERLAND RETURNS 13 Oct – 3 Nov 2018 Guildford Shakespeare Company (GSC) returns with their multi-venue, immersive stage production. It is 150 years since Lewis Carroll first came to Guildford. 2015 marked 150 years of Alice in Wonderland. GSC created a promenade theatrical experience, to celebrate Guildford’s unique relationship with Lewis Carroll, where audiences joined
Stick Man, Leicester Square Theatre
STICK MAN Stick Man is based on the book by Julia Donaldson with illustrations by Axel Scheffler, and playing at Leicester Square Theatre from Saturday 20 October 2018 to Sunday 6 January 2019, the run will coincide with the 10th Anniversary of the book. ‘Stick Man lives in the family tree With his Stick Lady
Science Museum Oct/Nov 18
Stellar events announced for The Sun: Living With Our Star at the Science Museum The Sun at Science Museum: Living With Our Star, running from 6 October 2018 to 6 May 2019, a series of unique events. From a dance performance inspired by sunlight’s journey to Earth, the English premiere of moving documentary Anote’s Ark,
New Books Autumn 18
‘Of what do little bears dream? New Books: Bright snowflakes perhaps… Or dark starry nights. Hot chocolate… Cold pizza. Straight horizons…And curly moustaches.’ This new book, Little Bear Dreams is a gentle and imaginative depiction of a mother polar bear and her cub, taking readers on a wistful journey of wintry opposites – both the expected pairings,
Student Mental Health
Student Mental Health, The Ticking Time-Bomb: 75% of Students Need Mental Health Support Amongst the 2.3 million students studying at UK universities there has been a significant rise in all mental health disorders. For some students the transition into higher education can be difficult to handle and for those who develop difficulties during their time at
Coping with change – tips for parents
Although an exciting time, the majority of students find some aspects of the transition to university challenging – but it’s important to remember that there’s always support available. Dr Debbie Porteous, Associate Head of Department at Northumbria University, Newcastle, recently carried out research into the transition from A Levels into Higher Education and here she
Heading off to School, College or University?
The start of term is approaching, and whether you are heading off to school, college or university, it’s time to stock up on your classroom essentials. There are endless must-haves, but if you are looking for something a little different, there are a variety of innovative and fun gadgets guaranteed to transform how you work
Skip Hop Back To School
NEW friends added the award-winning collection It’s that time again, after a fun-filled Summer holidays, it’s time to get your little ones back to school! There’s something really exciting about that first day back; with pristine uniform and shiny shoes, and there’s nothing like a new backpack and lunch bag to complete the look. The much
Stormin’ Normans at Arundel Castle
Arundel Castle in West Sussex is set to kick off the back to school season on Sunday 16 September with Norman Knights in the Keep, an exciting and educational experience for children and parents alike. Exhilarating and historically accurate combat demonstrations will recreate the 1139 siege of Arundel Castle. This military dilemma was an early
Back to school! All the gear to see you top the class
Sport OPRO Mouthguard As the world’s largest manufacturer of the most technically advanced mouthguards in the world and with over 20 years of experience behind their unique anatomical shape, it’s fair to say OPRO know a thing or two about self-fit mouthguards. Catering for all performance levels and with all sorts of colourful designs available,
Flash Drive for School
Ready for kids back to school? Possible gift is this neat and powerful SanDisk UltraFit Flash Drive. Available on Amazon: Sandisk Ultra Fit 3.1 USB. (£5.99 16GB) Secure access software and high speed (full length movie in 30 seconds!) The USB can store their homework in one location with password protection and is able
Horniman Museum
A child-friendly treasure trove By Sal McEeown When I visited Horniman Museum and Gardens www.horniman.ac.uk in Forest Hill, south London on a warm Wednesday in June, it was awash with under 5s. There was a playgroup picnic on the grass with children slathered in sun cream, wearing their sun hats, while on the playground toddlers