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If it makes you happy…

October 4, 2018September 30, 20182 Comments

I've done 4 weeks of teaching now, so I feel this is a good time to write another happy things post. Walking into my classroom every single morning. Having my own classroom. My kids drawing me pictures. Feedback from my first observation. The culture of caring in the classroom. Laughing with my kids. Making my … Continue reading If it makes you happy…

BOOK BLOG: Alex Bell

October 2, 2018September 30, 20186 Comments

Explorers On Witch Mountain: bursting with new adventures and new friends "Stella Starflake Pearl is eagerly anticipating her next expedition. Suddenly disaster strikes when Stella's father, Felix, is snatched by a fearsome witch. Stella must bring her magic ice princess tiara to Witch Mountain or she will never see Felix again! But no one ever … Continue reading BOOK BLOG: Alex Bell

September in books

October 1, 2018September 30, 20182 Comments

Well hello October, you came quickly my friend! I did not think September would go as quickly as it did, but here we are... the end of another month, around for another bookish round up! In September, I: Read 8 books. Started my first term as an NQT. Had my first NQT observation. Announced I … Continue reading September in books

S4S – Advice for new bloggers

September 30, 2018September 30, 20182 Comments

Hello there friends! How are we all this last Sunday of September? Have you had a lovely month? What have you done that makes you smile? Today's #SixforSunday is all about: Advice for new bloggers Now, I do not feel qualified in the slightest to give this advice and I think this advice is as … Continue reading S4S – Advice for new bloggers

BOOK BLOG: Neal Shusterman

September 28, 2018September 23, 20189 Comments

Scythe: brutal, sinister and full of intrigue "A world with no hunger, no disease, no war, no misery. Humanity has conquered all those things, and has even conquered death. Now scythes are the only ones who can end life—and they are commanded to do so, in order to keep the size of the population under … Continue reading BOOK BLOG: Neal Shusterman

What’s in my bag?

September 26, 2018September 23, 20181 Comment

My brilliant friend Cora mentioned that she was doing a "What's in my bag?" blog post and I thought this was a great idea. It's not quite bookish BUT because I'm a nebby person, I'd love to see what is in everyone's bags. I thought I'd start by sharing my bag! This is my trusty … Continue reading What’s in my bag?

BOOK BLOG: Tilly and the Bookwanderers

September 25, 2018September 23, 20182 Comments

Today I have the ABSOLUTE JOY of hosting Anna James, author of the incredible Pages and Co on my blog as part of her blog tour. She's here today to talk about her writing soundtrack.  Without further ado, I hand you over to Anna and that amazing book of hers!   My Writing Soundtrack for … Continue reading BOOK BLOG: Tilly and the Bookwanderers

NQT life

September 24, 2018September 23, 20182 Comments

Well hello, Here I stand, 3 weeks into my NQT life and what a ride it has been so far. There have definitely been more ups than downs (I'm not even sure I'd say there's been any downs so far). I am learning so much every day. I can't wait every single day to get … Continue reading NQT life

S4S – Reasons I love blogging

September 23, 2018September 16, 20184 Comments

Guten morgen friends!  How are we all this fine Sunday? (Is it fine where you are? Is it fine where I am?) How is it Sunday already? WHY DO WEEKENDS GO SO FAST PLEASE? However, with Sunday comes #SixforSunday... what an excellent silver lining!  Today's #SixforSunday post brings you: Reasons I love blogging The sense … Continue reading S4S – Reasons I love blogging

The Book Title Book Tag

September 21, 2018September 16, 20184 Comments

Well hello again! How is everyone this fine Friday? I hope you are all well... I once again come to you with a tag. I am LOVING tags at the minute. It's really fun thinking of answers to all the questions! Don't forget I have my own tag going - The One With The Friends Tag. … Continue reading The Book Title Book Tag

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