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Notes on education

Practical writing on reading, classroom practice, language learning and the decisions families face along the way.

Supporting reading at home without turning it into a battle

Practical ways parents can build a struggling reader's confidence at home, without extra worksheets or nightly arguments over twenty minutes of practice.

ReadingAug 19, 2026Karen Duncan

An organised classroom with desks arranged in rows

ClassroomAug 11, 2026

Why the first six weeks decide your whole school year

Classroom routines established in the first six weeks do more for behaviour than any system introduced later. Here is what to prioritise and what to leave alone.

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