There are approximately 351,000 children aged between 0 and 17 with a learning difficulty in theUK. Most children with special educational needs (SEN) go to mainstream schools, with under10% attending schools that designed for the benefit of SEN students.The most troubling misconception that surrounds learning difficulties is that they limit one’sintelligence. This is absolutely not…
The teenage (or any childhood age) attention span is short. When pupils finally go back to school next week, helping them stay focused will be essential to helping them get back on track. Without doubt, many pupils will have benefited hugely from time away from school; some will go back academically way ahead, some will…
Gone are the days of tedious textbooks. There is a better way of exercising your mind and expanding your knowledge – it is called active or interactive learning. Active learning is any kind of study that actively engages the student in its material; a hands-on approach to learning, that relies on the student’s participation. This…
Our guest blogger, Carys Gwillym, takes a look at the pros and cons of exam cancellations…. The past year has been a complete whirlwind – there has been no certainty, no routine, and little to no normality for any of us. UK schools have been closed for more time than they have been open, and…
With the new school closures, Carys Gwillym (21) talks about her experience of a year of home schooling and how you can make this a positive experience.
We are delighted to welcome a new member to our team! Covid and lockdowns have had a huge impact on the employment prospects for many young people. So, when we received a call from Carys we jumped at the chance to give her the opportunity to enhance her portfolio and benefit our blog by using…
How do you learn history facts or events? Oaka topic packs make learning fun and effective, especially for dyslexic learners, using active learning techniques, simple sentences and no long paragraphs.
Take a look at how one family is using our topic packs for their home education. https://ofamilylearningtogether.com/2020/07/03/light-topic-pack-from-oaka-books/
Here’s the latest article from our guest blogger, Sophie, talking about the ‘Life of a Dyslexic’ and dyslexia from her personal perspective and why finding your ‘thing’ is so important. https://www.lifeofadyslexic.com/
We are delighted to welcome Sophie as our new blogger. As a 21 year old dyslexic, Sophie has been through it all and now wants to help other young dyslexics on their journey to finding their ‘why’ and being able to shine. Here is her first post for you https://www.lifeofadyslexic.com/