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Big boost for Go by Bike project A Bath & North East Somerset Council scheme to encourage more young people to cycle is proving an astounding success with the number of schools and participants increasing substantially since last year.

The Go By Bike project has resulted in 3,926 participations and 28 schools to take part in the scheme that compares to 3,200 and 20 schools the previous year.

Jean Welch, Deputy Head at Farrington Gurney Primary School, has welcomed Go By Bike and the work of Council Cycling Development Officer Jim Imeson. She said, “He has an excellent manner with the children and they are all excited when he comes to the school and he motivates them to do more with their bikes and scooters. Having his support has helped us achieve our Healthy Schools Plus award and our Director of Public Health School Certificate.”

Go By Bike has made proactive use of the Odd Down Cycling Circuit with some 1,048 participants across a range of ages taking part in sessions. Schools from Oldfield Park, Bath Community Academy, Margaret Coates Centre, Three Ways, Prior Park, Marksbury, Farmborough, St Philip’s and St Martin’s Garden have all taken part.

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The BANES Music Hub For most of us, Friday evening heralds the beginning of the weekend and the thought of a much needed morning lie in, but for 200 young musicians, the anticipation of meeting up with friends at the Saturday Morning Music School in Bath adds a different level of excitement to the arrival of the weekend. Many BANES residents are aware that BSYM (BANES Society of Young Musicians) has recently celebrated 40 years of music making. But most are unaware that the Saturday Music Centre is one of 4 centres operating in BANES, managed by the BANES Music Service, the lead organisation of the recently formed Bath Music Education Hub. The BANES Music Hub consists of a number of strategic partners, including Bath Festivals Trust, Bath Philharmonia, Bath Spa University and schools ensuring all children and young people throughout the area have access to a diverse range of musical experiences, regardless of social, personal or financial circumstances. For example, the Hub has recently supported Bath Philharmonias work with young carers in BANES, and Therapeutic Media Company with their professional development work.

For some pupils their first experience of formal music making will be in one of the ‘Music Time’ sessions offered to 4 to 7 year olds in after school and Saturday Morning Music Centre clubs, where pupils learn about the basic building blocks of music. This year over 1500 key stage 2 students have received free instrumental tuition, learning as a whole class.

This ‘first access’ programme, offered to all schools in the local authority, gives students an opportunity to learn an instrument, develop their expertise and engage in performances throughout the year. This is often the first stage on a progressive pathway that will give them a skill for life.

Whilst at school, musicians can progress their

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skills through small group or individual lessons and ensembles. The Music Service team offers expert music tuition to all schools in BANES which includes a quality assurance programme through a system of monitoring and professional development for all staff.

At Music Centres students meet new friends, rehearse and perform in wind bands, string groups, choirs, orchestras, brass bands, guitar ensembles and chamber groups. At the ‘Rock Band Academy’ musicians receive contemporary tuition on state-of-the-art ‘rock pod’ stations. Further opportunities are available at annual residential music courses and on foreign tours, all provided by the Music Service.

BANES Music Education Hub would like to invite any organisation delivering music to young people in the BANES area to become part of the Hub. The Hub is keen to advertise music events in the area and would invite anyone putting on an event or running an ensemble to sign-post it on our recently launched website www.banesmusiconline.org.uk For further information on Hub and Music Service activities, please view the website or contact us on 01225 395388 or email music@bathnes.gov.uk

Shop locally this Christmas A rallying cry is being issued to shoppers to support local independent stores as this year’s Christmas shopping season gets under way.

The run-up to Christmas is a crucial time for traders, and people are being urged to think of our locally-run shops when looking for presents this year.

Our local High Streets have a wonderful mix of unique independent stores and to make sure this continues we need throw our support behind small independent traders to help them thrive.

Shopping locally helps to improve the local economy research suggests a pound spent with a local business stays in the local economy for five more transactions whereas a pound spend with a national business operating locally stays in the local economy for just two transactions.

These independent businesses help define our city and we hope this promotion encourages people to do more of their spending locally and introduces new customers to shops with a proud local tradition and heritage.

28 November – 15 December 2013 “The biggest and most beautiful Christmas Market in the South West ”

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Take a fresh look at Bath Christmas Market!

Bath Christmas Market is set to add some festive sparkle to the centre of the city again this year, from 28th November – 15th December, and this year there are even more reasons to come.

With more than 150 stalls this year, each ran by a small business offering toys, jewellery, art, crafts food and home-ware there really is something for everyone. All of the chalets are allocated giving preference given to quality, handmade and locally sourced items – only the best will do for our customers! – and this year we have a third new traders, so you will find different gift ideas all over the site.

Don’t miss Bath Street, where you’ll find tiny, emerging local microbusinesses selling their products commercially for the first time, set in a pretty icicle-laden, snowy setting – you’ll also find a great competition there, with the chance to meet Santa in Lapland!

Bath’s is the only Christmas Market to have been awarded accreditation by Visit England as a Quality Assured Visitor Attraction – so if you are considering where you’ll go to do your Christmas shopping, remember: England’s best Christmas Market is right on your doorstep. www.bathchristmasmarket.co.uk Facebook: Bath Christmas Market Twitter: @bathxmasmarket

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Rated U Release date: 25th October Trained in the skills of sea power, Pi the fish can fight a shark, sink a squid or batter any random predator that ever threatens his friends and neighbours on the reef.

Cloudy With a chance of Meatballs 2 Rated U Release date: 26th October

Flint Lockwood now works at The Live Corp Company for his idol Chester V. But he’s forced to leave his post when he learns that his most infamous machine is still operational and is churning out menacing foodanimal hybrids.

Fun Christmas Craft Fair Prattens Hall, Midsomer Norton Sunday 24th November 12.00pm - 4.00pm Lots to see and do…

Fantastic Stalls: Craft stalls, Make & Do Crafts, Santa’s Grotto (with great presents), Christmas Shopping, Fun for Children

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Thor: The Dark World Rated PG Release date: 30th October

Faced with an enemy that even Odin and Asgard cannot withstand, Thor must embark on his most perilous and personal journey yet, one that will reunite him with Jane Foster and force him to sacrifice everything to save us all.

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Spending a lot of time in hospitals, we wanted to do something to help others going through this horrific ordeal, no matter what is wrong with a child, it is a worrying time.

In 2011 we set up “Time Is Precious” charity, to help children & their families whilst in hospital.

TIP- work alongside our local children’s hospitals & wards to purchase equipment that will help make children’s & families stay a little more easier.

Some of the resources we have purchased; I.Pads, Sensory Equipment, Portable DVD Players, T.V’s, Baby Equipment, Specialized equipment for Physiotherapy & disabled children, a new Oncology Parents Room, wheelchairs, Educational Resources & much more.

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I’m a Frog An Elephant and Piggie book Author: Mo Willems Ages: 6 to 8 Gerald is careful. Piggie is not.

Piggie cannot help smiling. Gerald can. Gerald worries so that Piggie does not have to.

Gerald and Piggie are best friends.

In I’m a Frog!

Piggie has some ribbiting news! Can Gerald make the leap required to accept Piggie’s new identity?

Fancy Nancy: Nancy Clancy sees the future Author: Jane O’Connor Ages: 6 to 10 Super Schnoz : Gates of Smell Author: Gary Urey Ages: 8 to 12

Nancy thinks she may be able to read the future... and all signs point to her being a true clairvoyant—that’s fancy for fortune-teller. In this perfect follow-up to Nancy Clancy, Super Sleuth and Nancy Clancy, Secret Admirer, Nancy tries her hand at fortune-telling but quickly learns it’s a bit more complicated than she thought. Does Nancy really have special powers, or is it all just a coincidence?

It is a heart touching story playing on the bond between a young girl, Hannah, and her Grandfather as he slowly becomes more confused each day. Both share a great love toward nature which strengthens the link between them. Her Grandfather gave her a date to remember which Hannah secretly knows will bring something special but as he becomes increasingly forgetful will he be able to remember?

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HALLOWEEN ARTS & CRAFTS HALLOWEEN BUCKET CAULDRON

Here is a Halloween container for trick or treating which even the littlest children can make and decorate, with very little help.

You will need: A seaside bucket (clean), Coloured crepe paper, coloured sticky tape, Stickers and/or glitter glue to decorate Instructions: Wrap the crepe paper around the bucket and tape in place. Now wrap the coloured tape around the handle.

Decorate your cauldron with stickers and/or glitter glue!

HALLOWEEN CANDLE JARS

These candle jars are simple and great fun to make, and a very effective Halloween decoration. But an adult will need to supervise everything to do with the candle - including, of course, lighting it!

You will need: Jars of all shapes and sizes and appropriate candles to fit them Tissue paper - orange, white, purple or black Black construction paper Glue Scissors Black felt tip marker Instructions: You can get very creative making your Halloween candle jars, and we are sure you will come up with many different ideas. Basically you wrap the jar in a piece of tissue paper, insert the candle and light it! You create the effect you want either by cutting out pieces of the tissue paper, or by sticking extra pieces of paper on, or just by drawing your design with black felt tip marker.

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advent calendar crafts Matchbox advent calendar

For a fun advent calendar, stick matchboxes together and fill with charms or sweets.

Remove the matches and arrange the boxes in five rows so there are ten on the bottom row, seven on the next, four on top of that, then a row of two, and just one on the top.

Stick the boxes together in their rows using a glue gun, then cover the exterior of each row with pretty festive paper. Next, stick the rows together using the glue gun. Use stamps or stickers to print the numbers from 1 to 24 on the boxes. Fill with a range of tiny gifts.

Grain sack Advent Calendar Use a grain sack or a piece of hessian and sew 24 varying size pockets to the sack.

Use stickers or draw the numbers onto the pockets and fill them with treats for the festive season.

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How to reduce sibling rivalry It is thought that a gap of between two and four years will promote the worst sibling jealousy and that a gap of over five years will produce the least, but this is by no means always the case.

Do not despair; your child is not the devil’s spawn, just a normal child expressing his feelings in the only way he knows how. Young children are very self-focused and even if they will share with friends’ children on a visit, that is very far removed from having to “share” every day. There are ways you can help alleviate his fears.

Try to persuade family and friends to

make a fuss of your eldest child as they normally do before they make any fuss of the new baby. This is particularly important when a favourite relation of your child’s visits. Give your child big boy privileges that the baby cannot have and point this out to him. Try and make sure you give your older child special one-to-one attention when the baby is sleeping or being cared for by another adult. All these little things help to reassure your child that he or she is still important and loved even though the little alien has arrived. This often helps to

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stem the jealousy and make the baby more acceptable. As baby grows let your child, if he wants to, help with everyday tasks like bath time, nappy changing and mealtimes but don’t force the issue. Some siblings will never be best friends due to individual personalities but the vast majority will grow up happily together despite the rocky start. And don’t listen to those who tell you that their children adored each other from day one because there is no child born who did not resent a brother or sister at some time.

Helping your child through bedwetting Most people can remember wetting the bed when they were a child.

Nocturnal enuresis, as it is technically known, is common in childhood. It can be occasional or persistent and can affect children of all ages, even those in their teens. As well as being a pain for the parent, the problem can be a huge cause of embarrassment for a child. The natural course of progression for parents is to encourage night-time dryness once a child has learned to stay dry during the day.

There are many reasons why children wet the bed for longer than normal.

According to research, bedwetting can be an inherited trait, especially if both parents used to wet the bed when they were young. If the problem persists well into early childhood, it would be wise to consider possible physical factors, such as slow bladder growth, diabetes, constipation, allergies, abnormal sleep patterns, physical abnormalities or deficiencies in urine inhibiting hormones during the night. Speak to your doctor if you are concerned.

As children get older they will become more aware that this is not the norm and may feel embarrassed and ashamed. It is down to the parents to stay positive and reassure the child it is not their fault and that the problem will resolve itself with time. Experts advise that any discussions about bedwetting should

always be as private as possible and away from any siblings. One solution is to involve the child in prevention methods. There are a number of disposable underwear products available as well as disposable mattress pads to choose from.

Ask if the child wishes to be woken in the night to pop to the toilet - you can offer them an alarm clock or bedwetting alarm device.

Involving them in the choice of prevention may help build a sense of grown-up independence as they are self-managing the problem. For some children a reward chart with incentives for several dry nights helps motivate staying dry. One good exercise is to encourage your child to wait as long as possible to urinate

during the day, which stretches the bladder and increases muscle strength. Discourage caffeinated foods like chocolate or colas as they stimulate the bladder. Also keep them well hydrated during the day so they don’t have a thirst in the evening.

Typically, children who wet the bed once a night will slowly progress to wetting fewer nights each week, with fluctuations back and forth, until they eventually outgrow the problem altogether. However, the entire process can take more than a year or two to fully resolve itself. Regardless of how you proceed, avoid putting pressure on your child and don’t dish out punishments, say experts. Staying dry all night is a developmental skill that all children achieve in time.

Parents need to protect their children online

danger through their online activities, parents across the UK are being urged to do more to keep their kids safe.

The government report found that as many as one in four children have put themselves in potential danger by secretly meeting strangers they have contacted online. This represents a three-fold increase on a similar study carried out two years ago. Parents are relying too heavily on their children doing as they are told to keep them safe online, according to new research from BroadbandChoices. co.uk. A staggering 84 per cent of parents polled across the UK said

that they rate verbal agreement with their children on safe internet usage as their number one means of monitoring online activity.

Social networking online is more popular than ever with children and teenagers. But with a recent government report revealing that children are putting themselves in

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LET’S PARTY! One of the joys of having children is being able to create magic and fantasy for them, and seeing the sheer delight on their faces at the sight of something special.

Birthday Parties are a great chance to bring some of that magic to a child, or to a group of children, and although it can be hard work the results and memories for the child make it more than worthwhile. The range of choice for Birthday Parties these days is staggering, and like everything else, it is hard to please all the people all the time - even the little people! However, it is worth remembering that it is the children you want to impress, not their parents!

Whatever your budget, don’t lose sight of the reason for the party - enjoyment all round. Ask the little Birthday Person what sort of party they would like (within reason!) and who they want to invite - get some advice from teachers and playgroup leaders if you don’t know all your child’s friends.

Spend your money and your time wisely. If money is tight, make the things you can yourself and only spend on the things you can’t. Even if you have a reasonable budget you don’t need to go over-board - it is better to do a few things very well than try and do too much and end up in a muddle!

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PS3: Kingdom Hearts 1.5 ReMIX Fully remastered in HD, KINGDOM HEARTS HD 1.5 ReMIX is a stunning collection of the critically acclaimed KINGDOM HEARTS FINAL MIX and KINGDOM HEARTS Re:Chain of Memories, never previously available in Europe and PAL territories. Players can now relive the origins of the celebrated franchise with Sora, Riku and the colourful cast of Disney characters, including Mickey, Donald and Goofy.

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For centuries, the tree Yggdrasil has been a constant presence in the lives of the people of Tharsis. It looms on the horizon, visible from everywhere in the city. But its roots are in a far-off land where no one has ventured-until, that is, the Outland Count of Tharsis sponsors an Explorers Guild to reach Yggdrasil and discover its secrets.

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Nintendo Wii: Rayman Legends Rayman, named platformer of the year and winner of multiple artistic and musical achievements, is coming to the Wii U with a brand new adventure. Rayman Legends makes full use of the power of the Wii U. With the new Wii U controller, discover new ways to platform with its touch-based gameplay, gyroscope technology, and even the ability to extend your playing experience when the TV is off.

HALLOWEEN For most of the general population Halloween is a night for dressing up, telling ghost stories, having spooky parties, trick-or-treating and pumpkin carving. What most people don’t know is that Halloween is actually based on an ancient Celtic holiday known as Samhain (pronounced “sow wan”), which means “summer’s end”.

It was the end of the Celtic year, starting at sundown on October 31st and going through to sundown November 1st.

It was a night to honour loved ones that had passed on.

Celebrated for centuries by the Celts of old, Witches and many other nature based religions, it is the most magical night of the year. It is the Witches’ New Year, and the Last Harvest. Although the religious significance of it has passed for the general public, Halloween is a “magical” night for all!

When European settlers, particularly the Irish, arrived in America they found the native pumpkin to be larger, easier to carve and seemed the perfect choice for the lanterns.

Halloween didn’t really catch on big in this country until the late 1800’s and has been celebrated in so many ways ever since!

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On this magical night, glowing lanterns, carved from turnips or gourds, were set on porches and in windows to welcome deceased loved ones, but also to act as protection against malevolent spirits. Burning lumps of coal were used inside as a source of light, later to be replaced by candles.

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Until the 3rd Nov 2013 Special exhibition: Gangsters & Gunslingers - The Good, The Bad, & The Memorabilia

Hallowe'en trail Sat 26 Oct-Sun 3 Nov, 10am4.30pm.

Family Fun: Day of the Dead Shadow Puppets 29 October 1pm- 4pm. Workshops at 1pm, 2pm and 3pm.

Falconry Demonstration & Bird Handling 30 October Happy Halloween! 31 October 1pm- 4pm Join us for spooky crafts and face painting. Fancy dress welcome.

Spooky Stories 1 November Sessions at 1.30pm and 3pm Join our storyteller for tales of ghouls, ghosts, and things that go bump in the night!

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Seek out our scary pumpkins and follow the clues around the garden to receive a prize. £1 per trail.

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what’s on OCTOBER

30 Remarkable Romans Discovery Day

Come and trick or treat safely inside Bristol Aquarium’s ghostly underwater shipwreck ......................................................................

Bristol Museum and Art Gallery A day of activities inspired by the Remarkable Romans with storytelling, craft activities, costume and hairdressing!

31st Oct Happy Halloween at The American Museum.

Come along and celebrate this most American of holidays at the Museum! Join us for spooky crafts and face painting.

Fancy dress welcome.

All events and activities included with Gardens only admission (unless otherwise noted) ......................................................................

26-31 Halloween Pumpkin Carving

NOVEMBER

16-30 nov The Bristol Dinosaur: Live Build at M Shed Drop in and observe the reconstruction of the life- sized Thecodontosaurus and see the dinosaur come to life in L Shed, adjoining M Shed ......................................................................

26-3 nov Deeply Creepy at Bristol Aquarium

Bring your children along to our Pumpkin Carving workshop.

We provide both the pumpkins and tea lights for just £3.99 each. Our friendly staff will always be on hand to provide assistance and inspiration for some spooky lantern designs.

10:00am – 4:00pm, Whitehall Garden Centre, Whitchurch.

Book tickets online ......................................................................

26-3 nov Hallowe’en Trail

Take part in our spooky Hallowe’en themed trail around the garden. Seek out our scary pumpkins and follow the clues to receive a prize. £1 per trail.

Prior Park Landscape Gardens ......................................................................

1 Spooky Stories at The American Museum Join our storyteller for tales of ghouls, ghosts and things that go bump in the night! Suitable for all ages.

Claverton Manor, Bath ......................................................................

2 Firework Display Chew Valley Rugby Club Gates open at 7pm, display at 8pm.

Chew Hill, Chew Magna, Bristol, Avon BS40 8UE Tickets: Call 01275 333660 for details ......................................................................

31 Hallowe’en craft making

12:30pm visit our summer house and make spooky cobwebs, bats and masks to take home ready for Hallowe’en night.

Prior Park Landscape Garden, Ralph Allen Drive, Bath ......................................................................

29 Day of the Dead Shadow Puppets

The American Museum. Claverton Manor, Bath Join puppeteer Tallulah Swirls and create fantastic shadow puppets to retell the story of Day of the Dead, a colourful Latino festival in which families honour deceased loved ones ......................................................................

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2-3 Bristol Zoo Gardens Fireworks

4.30pm – 6.00pm, display starts at 5.30pm Adult £6 (member £5), child £4.50 (member £3.50), family £18 (member £15) tickets will be more on the door if any remain ......................................................................

2 Meet an Owl at Tyntesfield 10:00am

Free event (normal admission charges apply). Local family run company Avon Owls is setting up at Tyntesfield for the day. See some feathered friends up close and learn about the type of owls which live in Tyntesfield’s woods ......................................................................

24-24 dec Steam into Christmas with the Avon Valley Railway. Ho-ho-ho! Come and see Santa on the Avon Valley Railway! For details visit www.avonvalleyrailway.co.uk ......................................................................

30 Sail with Santa on Bristol Ferry Boats

This Christmas treat the kids to an Award Winning festive experience. See more details at www.bristolferry.com ......................................................................

30 Felt Christmas Decroations Workshop the American

5 Keynsham Rfc Firework night 7pm ......................................................................

Museum, Claverton Manor, Bath Use felt, sequins, ribbons, and embroidery to create handmade Christmas decorations based on the Penny Rug technique ......................................................................

5-24 dec Santa’s Grotto at The Galleries

DECEMBER

Visit Santa in his magical Grotto at the Mall Galleries ......................................................................

17 Family green woodworking day 10:00am

Group £50 (group = one child & one adult carer/parent team). Make a rustic pencil and a traditional saw, try your luck at a hazel whistle and create a creature from materials from Tyntesfield’s woods. Booking Essential ......................................................................

23 R.B.L.W.S. Christmas Fayre

Father Christmas, Childrens’ Lucky Dip, Tombola, homemade cakes/pickles + various other stalls.

Royal British Legion, Keynsham ......................................................................

1 Christmas Carol Service & Christmas Fayre at HorseWorld Start the festive season in style with Santa’s grotto, shopping village, community singing, Christmas carol service and more.

Horseworld, Whitchurch ......................................................................

To add your event to What’s On please email the details to info@ignyte-uk.co.uk

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10 tips for parents When your child first heads off to school, it can be hard to let go. You remember your own teachers. What’s this one going to be like? And most importantly, how can you get the best out of your child’s teacher and ensure your child’s time at school is happy and fruitful.

1 Treat teachers as professionals

Teachers get a lot of criticism in the press, but the vast majority are very competent and dedicated. They have had many years of training and standards have improved in the last few years in both private and state sectors. Treat your teachers with respect and professionalism.

2 Be realistic

As parents, we have huge expectations for our children.

Having high expectations and wanting the best for your child is great, but it’s even better if you can remain realistic. When the teacher says your child is just about average, then he probably is. Yes, there are some late bloomers who don’t flourish until they are older. But as teachers, they usually get it right.

3 Acknowledge your feelings about school

When children first start school, parents are often surprised by the feelings that are aroused when they set foot on the school premises. Just remember to play the adult when visiting school. Be mindful of these old feelings, but don’t be hijacked by them.

4 Forgive mistakes

As we all know, working with children is not an exact science. This means that, on occasions, teachers are going to get it wrong. When you’re dealing with your child’s teacher, try not to complain about every mistake she makes. If there is a serious problem or an ongoing situation, then make an appointment with the teacher and talk through the issues. If there is still no change, ask the head teacher to become involved, but continue to be polite and positive during these meetings.

5 Be punctual

This might seem trivial, but there is nothing more annoying than parents who consistently bring their children in late.

Teachers are sympathetic to the odd bit of tardiness, but it is maddening to hear “Sorry I’m late” from the same parent every morning. Wake up earlier and get organised.

6 Don’t take breaks during term time

It’s really frustrating that airlines double their prices during the school holidays, but your school will have a policy of no holidays in term time, please stick to it.

7 Offer to help out

Many schools like parents to get involved. If you can spare an hour or two a week to hear children read or help in an area of expertise, such as art or PE, then most teachers would be more than happy to see you. But equally, be realistic about how much time you can dedicate to the class.

8 Give positive feedback

Everybody thrives on praise and teachers are no different.

Parents often find it hard to give positive feedback because schools can make them nervous, but teachers love being given compliments about thier work. Teaching can be a very isolated job.

9 Get the timing right

Teaching is an exhausting job. Until you have done it yourself it’s impossible to realise what a drain it can be. After a long day teaching your delightful child, and sometimes up to 29 others, teachers are not always at their best.

10 It’s the thought that counts

Receiving presents from parents is fantastic, but don’t go over the top. A token gift at Christmas or at the end of the year always goes down well, especially if it comes with a card containing thanks and appreciation for all the teacher’s hard work.

PETS R E N COR Bang! Fireworks frighten animals Many dogs and cats will try to hide when they hear fireworks. This helps them to cope with their fear. You can help your pet by making sure they have a hiding place where they feel safe.

• Create a comforting ‘den’. This could be inside a wardrobe or cupboard, or behind a sofa. Pad it with old pillows and blankets to help soundproof it/ • In the weeks leading up to firework season, let your pet have access to this den at all times and, for dogs in particular, offer healthy treats and praise when your dog uses it, this will build a positive association with this space.

• A pheromone plug-in placed nearby can also help (available from pet shops and vet practices). These pheromones are calming scents that dogs and cats can smell but we can’t.

• Your pet may already have a preferred hiding place. That is fine; they should not be forced out if this is already the place where they feel most relaxed.

• Ensure dogs and cats are micro chipped so that if they escape from the house, scared and confused, there is more chance you will be reunited.

• If you have concerns about your pet’s phobia you should speak to your vet for help and guidance. Noise phobias in pets are treatable with the right professional help.

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