FREE • NORTH EAST SOMERSET EDITION • ISSUE 50 • MAY 2016
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It looks like the sun has finally decided to make an appearance and I am sure we are all enjoying spending more time in the garden and the park together. It will soon be the May school holidays when many of us will feel that our summer has really started. Children always enjoy a picnic with family members and friends. Why not read our section on summer picnics and take your family to a beautiful area, spread out the blanket and enjoy playing games and eating together. Days like these are building memories for our children to remember forever. June 19th is Fathers Day when we celebrate our dads and all of the wonderful things they do for us. Make sure that you make your dad something special this year, take a look at our craft page for some ideas. Don’t miss our amazing birthday prize! Win family camping tickets to Camp Bestival, an amazing family festival held at Lulworth Castle. Some of the HEY! Team went to the festival last year and had a fantastic time. Prize Station also offers you the chance to win a number of other great prizes, these range from attraction tickets to lost children wristbands, don’t forget to enter via our website at www.heymag.co.uk As the sun gets higher in the sky it also becomes stronger and it is vital that we make sure that we always apply sun cream to our children and ourselves. Looking after your skin is as important as looking after your teeth and your health. Sun creams are available for all skin types, make sure you purchase your creams and keep some in the car at all times, so you are ready to apply it when needed. Enjoy the beautiful weather and make the most of the time spent outside enjoying bbq’s, trips to the seaside, fun days at the local park and time together. Have fun!
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BEACH BEAUTY Y
ou've been meaning to shed weight all winter long, but life (and cheesecake) happened. If the time left between you and swimsuit season is dwindling, never fear. With some quick fixes and lifestyle changes, you can feel better about your beach body in just a couple of short weeks.
1,000-CALORIE DEFICIT PER DAY
First, focus on eating less and exercising more to create a 1,000-calorie deficit each day. This will cause you to lose about two pounds per week, or four pounds in two weeks. For example, if you usually eat 2,200 calories per day, eat just 1,600 calories and burn an extra 400 calories through exercise. Cardio exercise burns the most calories, so it's the most effective for quick weight loss. A 155-pound person can burn 400 calories in just 30 minutes of running at 6.7 mph (set your treadmill if you want to get precise), or swimming laps of the butterfly stroke.
AVOID CRASH DIETS
Yes, you can lose weight faster by eating even less food. But when you crash diet, much of the weight comes from muscle tissue. Your metabolism will also slow down, so you'll gain the weight back promptly once you stop dieting. Plus, your body needs
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ELIMINATE WATER WEIGHT
When you only have two weeks to whip your body into shape, you'll also need to look beyond fat loss and eliminate any sources of bloating in your diet. Water weight can add a few pounds or more to your frame, and making a few key changes in your eating habits can help you shed it. Sodium is one major water-retention culprit, so cut back on salt. The sodium from just one extra gram of salt in your body can lead to two pounds of added weight, which will disappear once you flush the excess. Read food labels, and aim for no more than 2,300 milligrams of sodium per day to avoid the bloat. Another way to beat bloating is to eat smaller meals instead of large feasts, helping to eliminate belly protrusion. And while very high-fiber foods such as broccoli and pinto beans are normally healthy to eat, they can cause gassy bloating. Keep them off of your plate for a couple of days before beach time. Another surprising no-no: artificial sweeteners, which often contain sugar alcohols that can cause bloating. Carbonated drinks can also expand your stomach, so steer clear of diet sodas before slipping on your swimsuit.
TRY A BRONZER
Finally, here's one way to look slimmer and sleeker in a matter of minutes: sunless tanner. Spray or rub these products onto your skin, and a deep colour will develop over 4 to 8 hours. Many brands have built-in bronzers for an instant glow, and today's versions look far more natural than the orange-hued products of days past. Plus, they're far better for your skin than baking in the sun. Practicing these tips will help you look and feel better on the beach, but remember not to strive for perfection. It doesn't exist, and you're probably far more focused on your flaws than anyone around you is. Have fun and be confident on the beach, and you're sure to impress no matter how your body looks.
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CHILD SAFETY WEEK E
ach year the Child Accident Prevention Trust raises awareness about the risks of child accidents and how they can be prevented. This year the campaign week will take place 6th-12th June and the theme for 2016 is ‘Turn off Technology for Safety’. In essence, this campaign is about urging parents and carers to be aware about what their children are up to. The use of smartphones is now almost universal in the UK and this technology has brought huge benefits in keeping people in touch with one another – but accidents can happen when parents/carers are distracted. The Trust is asking parents, at the very least, to switch off or silence phones from 5-6pm each day – and give their children their full attention. As well as helping to prevent accidents during this busy time for many households, turning technology off for a short while arguably sets a good example to children and young people.
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Accidents that can easily happen in or around the home, particularly when children are left unsupervised, include anything from burns and scalds to falls and slips. Here are some of the most common hazards for children (specifically age 3 or more) in or near your home, and suggestions for how to reduce the risk of accidents occurring: Burns and scalds Hot drinks are the main source of scalds for the under 5s. A hot drink can scald for up to 15 minutes after it has been made. Bath water can scald in just 5 seconds, while hair straighteners can burn for well over 15 minutes after they are switched off. Children are susceptible to burns because they don’t have a reflex to pull away from something that is burning them, this is actually learned behaviour. Use fireguards on any open fires – and make sure it is secure. Falls and slips Keep stairs clutter free, discourage play near windows that can open more than 6 inches and do something to address slippery or uneven surfaces. Consider using night lights to prevent falls at night. Poisoning Most cases of poisoning in the home involves medicines and household products. Commonly used medications like painkillers can be dangerous and even fatal to children if eaten in quantity. Keep all medicines locked away and household products like washing tablets and cleaning solutions well out of reach.
Glass Broken glass can result in nasty injuries. Use safety glass at a low level such as in doors and windows. Existing glass can be made safer with the addition of shatter-resistant film. When buying glass products, make sure it’s safety approved. Look for the British Kite mark. This applies to glass outside the house such as greenhouses as well as glass within the home. Road safety Children have difficulty judging speed and distance until they are around 8 and older children are still at risk. In fact, the number of children injured as pedestrians peaks at 12 when many children start to travel to and from school on their own. Teach the Green Cross Code from around the age of 5. Remind older children not to listen to music or use phones when crossing roads. Generally, accidents are more likely to happen in the home when there is a distraction (like the use of smart phones and other technology) and a lack of supervision. A change in a child’s usual routine or being in unfamiliar surroundings (for example, on holiday) also increases the chance of an accident taking place. If your child does have an accident, treat with first aid if the injury is very minor. Call 999 if your child has difficulty breathing, is unconscious or has a seizure (fit). Take your child to your nearest A&E department if they have a fever; are lethargic; won’t stop bleeding; are unable to use a limb (arm or leg) or has severe tummy pains. Call NHS helpline 111 if you’re not sure whether or not your child needs medical help. For more information about how to keep children, including babies, safe, visit: www.childsafetyweek.org.uk
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CHILDREN'S SPORTS Sports, whether team-based or individual, are a great activity for children that provide a variety of benefits other than physical activity. Participation in sports can help build self-esteem and confidence, can motivate children to excel academically and can help build social skills. Participation also can teach children the benefits of goal-setting and practice.
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
Physical activity is the most obvious benefit of sports participation. Children often spend too much time watching television or playing video games. But sports practices and games provide an opportunity for exercise that can help keep kids in shape and healthy. Sports can help build and maintain healthy bones, muscles, and joints; help control weight and reduce fat; and prevent or delay the development of high blood pressure. Exercise is one of the least expensive ways to stay healthy, with one study finding that exercise can prevent chronic diseases as effectively as medication
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Sports participation can help children develop social skills that will benefit them throughout their entire lives. They learn to interact not only with other children their age, but also with older individuals in their coaches and sports officials. Kids learn leadership skills, team-building skills and communication skills that will help them in school, their future career and personal relationships.
SELF-ESTEEM
Participation in sports can have a huge positive impact on a childs self-esteem and confidence. Children who participate in sports get praise and encouragement from coaches and parents, which helps to build self-confidence. They also learn to trust in their own abilities and push themselves. Constructive criticism is also a major part of sports participation, and young athletes learn to accept such criticism and use it to their benefit.
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It is no surprise that children who participate in athletics excel in academics as well. They can apply the same principles of dedication and hard work learned through sports participation to their studies. According to an article published, playing on a school sports team increases a young persons chances of graduating from college by 41 percent.
BUILDS TIME MANAGEMENT SKILLS
Adding extracurricular activities to your child’s schedule encourages development of time management and prioritisation skills. Teach your child that taking care of business, such as school work and chores, comes first. This gives them the tools for prioritization. Help your child by creating a plan which helps them handle their responsibilities while still leaving time for sports practices and games.
LIFELONG HEALTH
Sports participation promotes health and wellness not only through childhood but throughout a childs lifetime. Sports such as swimming and golf are especially beneficial because the child can continue to play as an adult, benefiting from the physical activity. Children who participate in sports might also be more aware of healthy food choices. Although sports participation is an excellent avenue to promote health and wellness, parents and coaches must encourage healthy living and be positive role models as well.
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SUMMER SOLSTICE H
ave you ever wondered why the length of days varies during the year? On Monday, June 20th this year, we and everyone else in the northern hemisphere will experience the Summer Solstice as the year’s longest day, while those living in the southern hemisphere will experience it as the shortest day.
some of the stones. The World Heritage Site was built in a number of phases between 3,500 BC and 1, 950 BC. The first circle was made of timber while stone was brought to the site in around 2,600 BC. Other ancient structures that serve an astronomical function can be found elsewhere in Europe as well as North and South America and Egypt.
WHY IS THIS?
The earth spins on its axis with a tilt of around 23.5 degrees. At different times of the year, either the northern or southern hemisphere is tilted toward, and is therefore closer to, the sun. At the point of the summer solstice, the northern hemisphere is at maximum exposure to the sun’s rays. Interestingly, during the days leading up to and immediately after the solstice, the sun appears to stand still in the sky – rather than carving an arc in the sky as usual. This is where we get the word ‘solstice’ – it is Latin for ‘sun-stopping’.
CELEBRATING THE SOLSTICE
Stonehenge in Wiltshire is one of the best known structures in the world to have been designed to align with astronomical events. During the summer solstice, the sunrise lines up exactly with
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DID YOU KNOW? • During the June solstice, a ‘Midnight Sun’ is visible in the North Pole. In other words, the North Pole is bathed in 24 hours of sun. On the flipside, at this time of year the South Pole is plunged in to ‘Polar Night’ – 24 hour darkness. • The exact time of the Summer Solstice for us in the UK will be 11.34pm on Monday, 20th June 2016. This is the moment at which the North Pole will be tilting directly towards the sun.
Following Janet Russell’s decision to retire at the end of May this year, the Kumon Study Centre is now in the capable hands of Jacqui Knowles, who officially took over the Centre on 1st April. Both Jacqui and Janet will be working together over the next few months to ensure a smooth, and seamless handover with all students fully supported throughout the summer period, especially those taking exams and tests. Jacqui, who lives in Paulton, is married to a local business man and has three children all of whom attend the Centre. She holds graduate qualifications and has recently completed her extensive Instructor training programme with flying colours. Jacqui has already gained valuable experience working in the Centre since last September and is now ready to develop it further. She will be holding an Open Day in September where you can meet Jacqui and her staff. There will also be an opportunity for new students to sample the English and Maths programmes during the Free Trial in October. Kumon is the UK’s largest provider of after-school support for students ranging from 3 years to 19 years of age. It suits all abilities, as it is an individually tailored programme that promotes confidence, concentration and independent learning, whilst at the same time developing Maths and English skills to enable the student to solve problems and stay ahead at school. Classes are held at Somervale School on Mondays and Wednesdays. Students stay for about 30-40 minutes, where they are observed working independently. We are open from 3.30pm – 5.45pm. Don’t delay. Unlock your child’s true potential and watch them motivate themselves towards success. For more information, please contact Instructor Jacqui Knowles on 01761 411400 or email midsomernorton@kumoncentre.co.uk
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BEHAVIOURAL PROBLEMS, DYSLEXIA OR IS IT IRLEN SYNDROME? A
significant number of children are labelled with behavioural problems without the underlying causes of their behaviour being investigated. If students cannot concentrate, are restless and fidgety, have difficulty starting and completing work, they are often labelled lazy and unmotivated. However, it may be the classroom environment that is the real cause of their behaviour. Students are expected to sit in classrooms for several hours a day. The classrooms are lit with fluorescent lights, which can affect concentration and attention and cause stress, eyestrain and headaches. Students are also affected by the glare from interactive white boards, shiny desks, white paper when reading and writing, and from computer screens. This constant experience of glare and brightness makes it difficult for them to concentrate and relax. It may lead to avoidance of work, acting out or drawing attention to themselves in negative ways. Sometimes they will do whatever they need to avoid work. These types of behaviour are noticed by teachers and parents but the reasons behind these changes in behaviour and mood often go unidentified. Children are not necessarily aware of the causes and thus do not tell people how they are feeling. Adults are able to make changes in their working environment to make life more comfortable but children do not have the choice. As many as half of children and adults with perceptual processing problems are misdiagnosed with dyslexia. Often, a diagnosis of dyslexia assumes that individuals have difficulty with phonics. But
when words jiggle, move, or disappear or when letters look like ants moving across the page, reading is so difficult that these people are labelled “dyslexic.” Reading difficulties related to Irlen Syndrome cannot be explained by phonetic deficits or by a weak sight vocabulary. Problems most often occur under conditions of bright lighting, fluorescent lighting, black/white contrast, and continued performance. For individuals with Irlen Syndrome print may not be clear, stable or comfortable. As a result, reading can be slow and inefficient leading to skipping of words or lines, rereading, or poor comprehension. For reasons that are still not fully understood, these disturbing effects can often be reduced or even eliminated by placing a sheet of coloured plastic (an overlay) over the page or using coloured lenses. Interestingly, the colour required to achieve this varies from one person to another and the colour can be different for overlays and lenses. For some the benefits may be slight but for others the effects can be dramatic, significantly increasing reading speed and fluency and reducing headaches and eyestrain. Edwards Opticians in Midsomer Norton have installed the ReadEZ software to help identify those who are likely to benefit from coloured lenses. They are the only opticians in the area offering this service at the moment and the test can be the answer to many childrens reading problems. As a company, they are dedicated to making solutions for Meares-Irlen syndrome accessible to all by offering high-quality,
evidence-based products at affordable prices. The ReadEZ system provides a complete range of solutions including coloured overlays, coloured reading guides, coloured clip-ons and coloured prescription and non-prescription glasses. If you or your child is experiencing visual effects such as those above: text wobbling, moving, flickering, blocking out, underlining, halo effects, headaches, a feeling of over brightness then it would be useful to have an assessment. READING PROBLEMS POOR COMPREHENSION • Misreads words • Reads in dim light • Skips words or lines • Reads slowly or hesitantly • Takes breaks • Loses place • Avoids reading COMPLAINTS WHILE READING • Tired or sleepy • Eyes hurt, ache, or feel itchy • Headaches or nausea • Fidgety or restless OTHER SIGNS • Rubs eyes • Squints • Blinks • Opens eyes wide • Reads close to the page • Moves closer or further from the page
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KEEPING SAFE IN THE SUN T
he weather is warming up, the days are SHOW longer and there's more time toINFORMATION be outside doing all kinds of fun things! But if you're going to be out in the sun, especially on a hot day, you need to stay safe. Let's find out how.
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DON'T FEEL THE BURN
Even though the sun is hot, it does cool things. It keeps us warm. It makes flowers and plants grow. It even gives us vitamin D so we can better absorb calcium into our bodies for strong bones. It does all these things by sending down light, which includes invisible ultraviolet rays. These are also called UV rays. Some ultraviolet rays pass through air and clouds and penetrate the skin. When your skin's been exposed to too many of these rays, you get what's known as a SHOW INFORMATION sunburn. Ouch!
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Some people get a sunburn faster than others because of their colouring. If you have blond or red hair, light-coloured skin, and light-coloured eyes, you'll tend to get sunburn more quickly than someone with dark eyes and skin. That's because you have less melanin. Melanin is a chemical in the skin that protects it from sun damage by reflecting and absorbing UV rays. People with darker skin have more melanin, but even if you have dark hair, dark eyes, or darkertoned skin, you can still get a sunburn. It will just take a little bit longer. Sunburns look bad and feel worse. They can cause blisters on your skin. They can keep you inside feeling sore when everyone else is outside having fun. They increase your chance of getting wrinkly when you get older. And worst of all, they can lead to skin cancer when you are an
adult. Because getting wrinkles and getting sick don't happen right away, they can seem like things that could never happen to you. But you still need to be careful.
PRIME TIME
You don't need to hide from the sun completely or wrap up like a mummy to protect yourself. But you should take these two steps: Always wear sunscreen. Take frequent breaks from the sun by going indoors or moving into the shade. These steps are especially important between 10:00 in the morning and 4:00 in the afternoon, when the sun's rays are strongest. Use a sunscreen with an SPF rating of 30 or higher. Put on sunscreen 15 to 20 minutes before going out in the sun. The letters SPF stand for sun protection factor, and the number rating tells you how much longer you can stay in the sun without getting sunburned. But this isn't always true, so reapply sunscreen at least every 2 hours, just to be safe. Do this more often if you've been swimming or sweating a lot — even if the sunscreen is waterproof. And remember that you can get sunburned more quickly when you're swimming or boating because the reflection from the water intensifies the sun's rays. Be sure to put sunscreen all over your body. This includes some places you might not think of, like the tops of your ears, the back of your neck, the part in your hair, your face, and the tops of your feet. You may need some help reaching the back of your body so ask your parents or friends to give you a hand. If you want to block the sun's rays, wear clothing that you can't see your hand through. You may still get burned through more sheer fabrics. Wear a baseball cap or other fun hat to block your face from the sun. Don't forget that your eyes need protection from ultraviolet rays, too. Always wear sunglasses in the bright sun, and make sure they have a label saying that they block UV rays.
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DRINK UP!
Drinking water is an important part of staying healthy, especially when it's hot outside. When you're sweating, you lose water that your body needs to work properly. And if you're playing a sport or running around in the sun, you lose even more water, because you sweat that much more. So drink up and don't wait until you're thirsty — drinking before you feel thirsty helps keep the water level in your body from dropping too low (dehydration) when it's hot or you're sweating a lot with exercise. If you forget and suddenly feel thirsty, start drinking then. There are lots of cool-looking water bottles around, so get one you really like, fill it up, and drink up!
GOT THAT HOT FEELING?
If you're out in the hot sun or you're exercising on a hot day, it's easy to get heat exhaustion. Kids get heat exhaustion when their bodies can't cool themselves fast enough. A kid with heat exhaustion might feel overheated, tired, and weak. Heat exhaustion can come on suddenly. A person may just collapse when playing soccer or tennis, for example. It can leave someone feeling really tired for days after it happens. Heat stroke is a more serious heat-related illness and can cause someone to stop sweating; to have red, hot skin; and to have a high temperature. The person might become uncoordinated, confused, or even lose consciousness. It requires emergency medical attention. Be sure to tell an adult if you're hot and you have a headache or feel dizzy or nauseated (like you're going to throw up). The grown-up will want to get you out of the sun, give you liquids to drink, and take you to a doctor, if necessary. The good news is that the sun doesn't have to be your enemy if you wear your sunscreen, drink your water, and take breaks when you start to feel too hot. And don't forget your sunglasses. Not only do they protect your eyes from the sun, they make you look so cool!
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EATING AN ALPHABET
Let your half-starved brood describe how hungry they are in this game, best played about half an hour before you make a pit stop for food. This version of the "I'm Packing for a Picnic" game begins when you announce "I'm so hungry I could eat an aviator" ("alligator," or "apple"). The next player adds on with a B word. She might say, "I'm so hungry I could eat an aviator and a bunny rabbit" ("belly button," or "bologna slice"). See if you can keep it up until your family is eating zoos, zippers, or zigzags.
WORD STRETCH
Give your child a word challenge by asking her to make as many words as she can from the letters in a phrase such as "Are we there yet?" or "When will we be at the zoo?"
I SPY
Someone says, "I spy with my little eye something green." Whoever guesses the item correctly goes next. You could limit the items to what's in the area. Or you could get tricky and play I Spied, selecting items that you've already passed.
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GUESS MOBILE
Name a guess master -- the person who poses a guessing challenge. He or she could ask passengers to guess the colour of the next passing car, or how long before you get to the next town. Or, with three clues, what it is that someone else sees.
THE HOUSE ON THE HILL
Invent stories about people in the houses you are driving by. What do you think they do for work? What's their favourite food? Where do they go on holiday? Get into lots of details, such as whether they snore loudly or are afraid of spiders. Give them names, hobbies, pets, and so on.
GUESS MY NAME
In this acting game players imitate the motions, habits, and expressions of a famous person, such as an athlete, politician, musician, or actor. The clincher: No talking allowed! Players can ask Yes or No questions (which are met by a nod or a shake). The correct guesser does the next impression.
GEOGRAPHY
Start with A to Z anyplace in the world: Kansas, say. The next person has to think of a place that begins with the last letter of Kansas, such as South Africa. Whoever goes next needs a place that starts with A. It has to be a real place — and no using a map!
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hake out your old blankets and dig out the Tupperware. It’s National Picnic Week from 11th-19th June and what better reason could you have for taking to the countryside with the family for a wonderful alfresco meal? There’s something incredibly romantic about the idea of going on a picnic… Sunshine; lush scenery; beautiful hampers packed with delicious goodies; children (and perhaps the odd dog) frolicking around on daisy studded lawns; everyone smiling. Sound like a familiar scene? No, I’ve never experienced picnic nirvana either. The last picnic my family went on was more like a battle fought on a number of fronts ranging from food to weather. First up was getting everything ready. This involved turning the house upside down for picnic blankets that hadn’t seen the light for a year or more, finding all our plastic plates and digging around for insect repellents. This was followed by an epic sandwichmaking mission that made an average day of preparing school packed lunches seem like a walk in the park. By the time we arrived at our picnic spot, the kids were already starving and had no interest in exploring or taking in scenery. They wanted to plonk down the blanket practically next to the car. Then they moaned like drains about the egg sandwiches I’d made ‘for a change’. The quiches I’d so loving prepared were also instantly dismissed as being too ‘eggy’. My novel ‘salad jam jars’ were likewise ignored. Instead, the kids ate all the sausage rolls, crisps and biscuits – and then complained about the pesky wasps. We’d also miscalculated the weather. I would have thought that by now – having lived in Britain for decades – I would know that you can never, ever bring enough layers of clothing along to a Great British picnic. Never mind what you see of sunny, carefree picnics in films and TV adverts – bring your hats and scarves! Just as we sat down to eat, the wind picked up and it got really cold. We tried to ignore our discomfort and goose-bump arms but, as soon as we could, we wrapped ourselves up in the picnic blankets and reflected that a thermal flask of hot tea would have gone down well. So would I do it all again? Of course! Food always tastes better outdoors – if only because you’ve worked extra hard to earn it. FOR MORE PICNIC IDEAS, VISIT WWW.NATIONALPICNICWEEK.CO.UK
PERFECT PICNIC 10 TIPS FOR CREATING A GREAT ALFRESCO MEAL… 1. Unless the weather is clearly fine, bring extra layers to keep warm and umbrellas to keep off any showers. Remember that you’ll all be sat down to eat and will soon cool if the weather isn’t kind. 2. Enamel or melamine plates are ideal. Paper plates get soggy and can’t be reused. 3. Bring ice cubes in a flask to add to drinks to keep them cold. 4. Use a ‘granny trolley’ or some other wheeled device, or a proper backpack, to help transport your goodies. Lugging huge bags on your shoulders soon takes the lustre away from a trip outdoors! 5. Bring plenty of wet wipes and bin bags – and foil. Picnics have a habit of getting messy even with the simplest of finger foods. Place the used plates in a bin bag to take home to ensure your blankets don’t get dirty. Use foil for leftover food you want to bring home. 6. If picnicking with friends, arrange what everyone is bringing beforehand so that you don’t end up with reams of ham sandwiches. 7. Avoid highly sticky and sugary food – jam tarts will attract wasps while fresh strawberries and shortcake biscuits are equally tasty but should be more peaceful to eat. 8. Don’t leave it too late to find a picnic spot! Find a good patch before the kids start to get hungry (and therefore moody!). And it doesn’t have to be lunch – a breakfast picnic can be great especially if the midday sun would be too hot. 9. Bring something like a frisbee, football or kite for the kids to play with while you set up. 10. Do your research to find a great location. You need a view, possibly shelter from the wind and should not be too far from your transport if you’ve a lot to carry.
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Father's Day is traditionally a day of breakfast in bed and carefully selected (but hardly ever worn) ties. Whether it's his first or his fourteenth, what can you do to make this Father's Day special? We've asked dads what would really make Father's Day great, and here's what they told us: 1. Spend time together. Enjoying each other's company as a family in relative harmony seems simple. But it's so easy to get side tracked from your time together when you get caught up in cooking, taking a quick run to the store, or the temptation to finish up a project. Get away from the house if you must, but take this day to focus on spending time together as a family. 2. Make romance. Father's Day is not just a day to celebrate Dad as provider and caregiver for the children. It's a day to honour your partner as your lover and friend. Make him feel special by telling
him how much he means to you or steal a few moments during the day to show him how much you love him. 3. Focus on him. Instead of planning everything out for him, give him the gift of freedom and choice. Let him make decisions about what to do and how to spend the day. If he wants a few hours to himself, indulge him. He deserves it! 4. Bring on the praise. Fathers want to be appreciated. Tell him how much you need him. Show him how you feel by writing him a thank-you note detailing the ways he contributes to the family and what makes him a great parent and partner. 5. Gifts from the heart. You don't have to spend a lot of money on extravagant gifts; you and your childrens gratitude and love are the greatest gifts you can give him this Father's Day.
Suzie’s Diary Dear Diary, Today I can’t enjoy the beautiful springtime sun – my lovely Archie has a problem at school. It started with an incident a few weeks ago, which I’ve only just found out about. Archie, who’s in Year 2, asked to play football during playtime with a few of the boys from his class. They said ‘no’ because ‘he had spots’. Now Archie hasn’t any spots (not that spots are ever a reason to exclude anyone from anything), he’s only 7! They meant freckles. The following day the boys said the same thing to Archie and they’ve been cracking jokes about ‘spots’ ever since. I realised something was up when I found Archie trying to ‘scrub off’ his freckles over the sink in the bathroom yesterday. I sat down with him over a hot chocolate and asked if he wanted to tell me anything. After a 10 minute silence it all came out. He got very upset explaining what’s been happening in the playground – and that it all boils down to his ‘spots’. I felt for him. I think this is his first real taste of how mean minded people can be. Archie idolises his dad so I dug out some photos of Andy as a small boy and showed him how his dad looked aged around 7. Andy looked just like Archie. Sandy hair, freckles and a big, gappy toothed grin. We talked about why people have freckles and why it might have become a game of sorts for his classmates to tease him. He went off to school today with a brave face, but, all the same, I can see he’s still upset. I’ll be talking with his teacher later today about it all and I’m sure we can put it behind us soon. I just feel sad that my small son now knows what it is to be bullied.
Suzie xx
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May 25 - 28
What’s On
Horrible Histories – Groovy Greeks From savage Sparta to angry Athens, discover the truth about growing up in Greece. Take on the Trojans and pummel the Persians. Compete in the first ever Olympic Games and appear in the very first play! Meet your match with the Minotaur and be zapped by Zeus. Hold on tight as you gatecrash the Groovy Greeks!. Bristol Hippodrome, Bristol.
May 29
May Craft Market Angela’s Monthly Craft Market is a chance to discover unique handmade gifts. Meet local crafters displaying their wares, from knitwear to clothing to art to jewellery. As well as exploring this cosy market, our coffee bar is open throughout the day, serving local homemade cakes and refreshments. Victoria Hall, Radstock. 10:00am - 2:00pm.
June 1 - 4
Royal Bath and West Show Entertainment is on tap with entertainment in the main ring ranging from top class Show-Jumping, grand parade of prize winning animals. Living Countryside arena showcasing the Great British Countryside. Come and Meet the producer of the finest food and drink in Britain. The Show is in the heart of the West Country which is home to cider and cheddar cheese and the Show hosts the British Cider Championships and The British Cheese Awards and has over 125 food producers ranging from funky street food to sit and eat and enjoy the Show to the finest produce you can take home to cook and share with all the family. Bath and West Showground, Shepton Mallet.
June 3
Tractor Ted Live! At Farrington Farm Join Tractor Ted and his farm friends for fun at Cowtastic Farm Park! 11am – 3pm.
June 9
Brooklyn 10:30am - 12:30pm, Victoria Hall, Radstock Radstock’s own Baby Cinema event; bring your Little Pitchers along to the pictures. Not too dark, not too loud, no pressure to keep little ones quiet. Babies and young toddlers welcome to come along while you watch the film. Secure buggy parking available on site.
June 11
Oddball 4:30pm - 6:30pm Victoria Hall, Radstock An eccentric chicken farmer, with the help of his granddaughter,
trains his mischievous dog Oddball to protect a penguin sanctuary from fox attacks in an attempt to reunite his family and save their seaside town.
June 10- 12
The English Country Garden Festival Celebrating the English Country Garden on the weekend of the Queen’s 90th birthday celebrations. Join us to experience 14 acres of Palace gardens filled with stalls, hands-on demonstrations, refreshments, entertainment, top gardening personalities and new ideas for how to use and love your garden. 10-5pm. Bishops Palace, Wells.
June 18
15 Years of Farrington’s! Join us for a very special day as Farrington’s celebrates 15 years of fabulous food and family fun! Sample food and drinks from over 20 new and award-winning suppliers. Plus Farrington’s homemade goodies and Birthday treats! Farrington Farm, Farrington. 11:00am - 3:00pm.
June 19
Curious Creatures Expect to meet curious creatures of all shapes and sizes: from performing fleas, skateboarding snails and gymnastic gerbils to an irritable alligator, over-excited elephants, and a very intelligent orang-utan! Using puppets, comedy, slapstick and live music – plus lots of amazing natural history facts – Squashbox Theatre will uncover the mysteries of the animal kingdom. 50 mins long, Suitable children aged 5+ and their families. Victoria Hall, Church Street Radstock, 4:00pm - 5:30pm.
July 2
Yeovilton Air Day The Air Day, one of the Southwest’s largest one day event, will offer an action-packed day out for all the family with thrilling flying displays and plenty to see and do on the ground. Whether you’re a wide-eyed first timer or a seasoned air show veteran, be prepared for an amazing experience! www.royalnavy.mod.uk
July 10
Teddy Bears Picnic at Avon Valley Railway 'When you go down to the station today your in for a big surprise.' Children who bring a responsible Teddy Bears will travel FREE of charge on both the steam and diesel hauled trains. There will also be a number of other activities to keep the children amused, including (all subject to availability) balloon modelling, punch and judy, arts and crafts,teddy bear hunt (with a small sweet for children that complete the hunt), picnic baskets also available from the buffet at £4.25 each (buy on day) www.avonvalleyrailway.org
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TAKING ON DIY
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isters are doing it for themselves! Now 60% of women say they're in charge of DIY as men's practical skills go into decline. Some 80% of British women questioned have paid for recent renovations. Men's practical skills are in decline as more women own their own homes. Half of women think they are better at home improvements than their men.
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If you thought DIY was just for the boys, think again. Some 60 per cent of women in the UK say they are now more likely to carry out home improvements than their partners and half consider themselves handier than men, too. The news comes as more women than ever are homeowners - single women now account for more than one in five UK households. Do It Yourself: 60 percent of women carry out home improvements themselves, while 78 per cent say their partners are consulted on the planning, design and decor. This perhaps explains why 66 per cent of those questioned said that the materials like paint, plaster and plywood are paid for from their personal bank accounts. The survey, by WD Bathrooms, questioned 1,244 Brits and also found that DIY still seems to be the cause of marital disagreements. Nearly a quarter said that doing work around the house prompted bank holiday arguments, usually caused by the age-old issue of one party not cleaning up properly. The most common answer among women when asked why they had taken up DIY was that, ‘it was the only way to get anything done.’ While four in ten women said they wanted wanted to stop asking their brothers, fathers and male friends for assistance, ten per cent said they took up DIY to increase the value of their home, inspired by TV home improvement programmes. But it's not all bad news for men, 78 per cent of women say their partners are consulted on the planning, design and decor. Lynne Wilson, director at WD Bathrooms said: 'It comes as no surprise that as women are increasingly spending more on their homes they want to learn skills that will potentially save them money on tradesmen. 'DIY is no longer just a man’s domain.
TOP TEN TASKS NOW CARRIED OUT BY WOMEN 1. Changing lightbulbs 2. Changing fuses 3. Fixing a leaky tap 4. Fixing the toilet 5. Replacing doorknob
6. Patching hole in the wall 7. Painting 8. Hanging wallpaper. 9. Sealing windows 10. Hanging Pictures
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GOING BACK TO WORK T
hinking about getting back to work? You’ve had a few months or years off to raise children and you want to get back to work or perhaps you need to change jobs. Before you send in your application, think carefully about the practicalities – whether you can commit to the hours and whether you have adequate childcare, including during holiday periods. Here are some tips: • Be sure what kind of work you are prepared to do and the kind of hours you want to work and be upfront about flexibility if you want it. Do you want to go back full or part time? Would you like to go to work or be home-based? • Once you have worked out the kind of hours you want to work and whereabouts you are looking, you will have a clearer idea of what kind of childcare you will need. Don’t leave it till the last minute and think you will be able to piece something
together with a friend, your mum, etc. Having childcare sorted will put your mind at ease and allow you to focus better on your job. • Have back-up plans for your childcare arrangements in case anything goes wrong. Usually nurseries cover most of the year and are only likely to be closed for bank holidays and two weeks around Christmas. But childminders get sick or go on holiday. Have some sort of contingency plan so you don’t get caught out. • Research the companies you apply for and go through the job specification with a fine tooth comb so that you know what they want, that you can provide it and that it suits your skills. • Don’t worry about career gaps in your cv. Think of all that you have done while you have been out of the work place.
Perhaps you have done fundraising or coffee mornings. All of these add valuable skills to your cv in terms of networking, fundraising, planning, communication, etc. • Be professional about the interview. Look smart, leave plenty of time to get to the interview in case you get lost and allow enough time for childcare to allow you to get to the interview in good time and to not have to dash away to get back home. This will help you feel more relaxed and confident. • Prepare intelligent questions to ask at the end of the interview about the job itself and also the way the company runs. At this point, if it is applicable, you could ask if the company has a policy on flexible working. This way you are not presenting it as a personal issue and more as a general benefit of the company.
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News and Reviews LATEST SCHOOL NEWS
EVENTS
A RIGHT ROYAL OCCASION!
Everyone at The Academy Of Trinity celebrated the Queen’s 90th birthday in style on Thursday 21st April. The school was awash with red, white and blue as the whole school dressed up for such a remarkable celebration. Our picnic on the field was enjoyed by all children, parents and grandparents coming together and having fun as a community. To our surprise we were treated to a visit from the "Queen" herself who arrived in style in a vintage steam car which caused much excitement and amusement. Unfortunately she had an extremely busy day and could only stay a short while, but she managed to see the amazing birthday messages all the children had written for her. The children were given a special Commemorative medal as a reminder of this special occasion and our clever chef made a beautiful birthday cake for us all to enjoy. The whole school had such a magical afternoon and it is one they will remember.
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HANSEL AND GRETEL PERFORMANCE
Hawks class from Kilmerson Primary School performed a fantastic rendition of the classic ‘rags to riches’ story of Hansel and Gretel. Gretel (Roisin) and Hansel (Charlie) were supported by a copse of trees, and a set of woodland creatures along their adventure. The story began in the home of Hansel and Gretel where their evil step mother (Florence) wanted them to leave. She convinced their father (Joel) to leave them in the woods. On the second attempt they were left alone in the woods and came across a gingerbread house, inside lived a wicked old lady called Ursula (Evie) who wanted to eat the children. The children tricked the old lady which led to her demise. The children escaped the gingerbread house with Ursula’s treasure, which they returned to their father and lived happily ever after. The Forest was full of beautiful songs. The scenery was filled with colourful sweet treats and fairy lights. What an amazing performance, Hawks shone in their individual roles and worked together in creating a wonderful play to share with the whole school and friends and family.
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MIDSOMER NORTON PRIMARY SCHOOL SPORTS SUCCESS NETBALL Midsomer Norton Primary School have reached the National Final of the Pop-Lacrosse Event, after winning the South West Regional Finals last week. Despite being relatively inexperienced, they won all their matches and now are eligible to enter the National Finals held in Sheffield in June." "Midsomer Norton Primary School have reached the Netball County Finals for the third year running after finishing runners up at the B&NES Netball Finals held last week, They won their initial pool and semi-final, only to be eventually beaten 5-4 in an extremely close match vs Saltford in the final. Despite the loss, they have qualified for the county finals held in April at Bristol Grammar School." ATHLETICS Midsomer Norton Primary School won the annual B&NES round of the Sportshall athletics event last week, competing against 11 other schools from the area. The team had to run, jump and throw their
way through 12 races and 6 field events and eventually finished in 1st place - 64 points ahead of Weston All Saints Primary in Bath. The team have now qualified for the county finals to be held at UWE in Bristol in February." FOOTBALL Midsomer Norton Primary School's Football Team are playing in the South West Regional Round of the English Schools Football Association Under 11s cup at the end of the month (Saturday 23rd April - at Odd Down Sports Ground, Bath). We have one two rounds to qualify for this round (Area Finals in November, County Finals in January). We will play 9 other teams from areas such as Jersey, Devon, Cornwall and Hampshire, with the top 2 qualifying for the National Finals which will be held at The King Power Stadium (home to Leicester City) in May. By reaching this round, it makes us one of the top 40 primary schools in the country and something that has not happened to our school before!
for schools. It encourages children to read for pleasure, it also motivates reluctant readers to give reading a go, and keen readers to read more widely. Parents and friends can sponsor the children online for each book they read and the money raised provides hospitals with regular storyteller visits for children. Here are some of the children’s quotes about the charity event: "Helping children in hospital is really important to us because we are really lucky to live well and some people aren’t as lucky as us." "I never used to make a big effort with sponsoring but made a big effort for children in hospital.” – Olivia Finn age 8 Points West came to Cameley School to find out about the charity Once you get into reading you can’t stop reading because it work the children have been doing and they have managed to raise is magical. We think a reader lives a thousand lives before he £240 so far. dies when a person who doesn’t only lives one. Readathon do READATHON something amazing. They get children reading fun through our Rowan class have been taking part in a charity event called sponsored read in schools. The money raised provides children’s Readathon which is the UK’s national sponsored reading event hospitals with regular storyteller visits.
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TIME FOR RETIREMENT
SUCCESSFUL FUNDRAISING
Mrs Sharon Witchell, Chair of Governors Ian Nockold and members of the Midsomer Norton Primary School Gardening Club
Staff and children of Midsomer Norton Primary School said a fond farewell to Mrs Sharon Witchell on her retirement at the end of the Spring term after 35 years of teaching. “Mrs Witchell has taught at the school for 20 years and has played a key role in developing our school garden and grounds, setting us an incredibly high standard to maintain. The school garden received the highest recognition for a community garden at the South West Bloom Awards due to her endeavours. She will be missed by all the children and by her gardening club in particular,” stated Head Teacher, Alun Randell. Mrs Witchell is looking forward to the next stage of her life journey as a volunteer librarian – indeed she sounds like she will be even busier!
£111.60 was raised last Thursday in aid of Sports Relief. The children came to Camelely School in non-uniform for a small donation and the year 6 children organised a talent show, which the whole school could enter. We had a really fun afternoon full of a variety of talents from the children at Cameley. Performances ranged from gym displays to comedy acts, it was a great afternoon and Miss Maggs was so thrilled by how many children took part in the event and how brave they were to stand up and perform so amazingly in front of the whole school, their parents and grandparents in aid of this worthy event.
COULD YOU BE A LOCAL HERO? JOIN A SCHOOL CROSSING PATROL TEAM Bath & North East Somerset Council is working in partnership with local schools to recruit staff for School Crossing Patrols and help keep children safe as they cross the road to and from school. If you would like to work outdoors, meet lots of people and gain a real sense of community then the School Crossing Patrol Service could be perfect for you. To show just how important School Crossing Patrols are, a promotional film has also been produced to encourage people to apply for the role. It features a young star in the making. Dylan Gray from the Acting Out Drama Club, Bristol, plays ‘Alfie’ - a mini School Crossing Patrol Officer in the making. He was supported by children from Whitchurch Primary School, all of
whom had a great time getting involved in the production and reinforcing what road safety is all about. The film is available on YouTube as well as via the Council’s Twitter feed @bathnes. Apply now to join one of 32 school crossing patrol sites and provide an invaluable service to your community helping children and adults walk to school. Bath & North East Somerset Council and schools in the area welcome job applications from people from a variety of backgrounds. To find out more about the role or to apply call 01225 394922 or visit the Council’s jobs page.
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WHAT AN ACHIEVEMENT Our two Star Readers for last term are Martha,Year 5 and Saphira, Reception These awards are in recognition of the children’s hard work both at home and at school to improve their reading.
Headteacher’s Award, High Littleton Primary School: Chloe Year 3 This award is in recognition of Chloe’s outstanding behaviour and attitude to all aspects of school life.
Lachlan T aged 7 from Farrington School was awarded a certificate for swimming 200m. Fantastic!
Jack B aged 7 from Farrington School achieved his orange belt in martial arts and also obtained 4 badges from Beavers! Great work!
Harry B aged 8 from Farrington School won 3rd place for running in the Shapwick Bunny Hop! Well done!
Zara, aged 5, was awarded a Star Spelling certificate and trophy! Congratulations!
Isabelle, aged 6, achieved her preprimary in dance award. Well done Isabelle!
Henry, aged 11, achieved a Merit award for making such great progress. Fantastic!
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BUSINESS IS BREWING FOR TEENAGE ENTREPRENEUR T
hree months ago, 16-year-old April Collins took the kind of plunge that even seasoned business leaders can find a daunting challenge. The pupil from Monkton Combe School launched her own company, and, what’s more, it’s in a highly competitive market that is close to many British people’s hearts – tea. April’s fledgling business The Leafy Tea Company sells an unusual range of flavoured loose teas and teabags with a focus on the health and wellbeing benefits offered by the exotic beverages. These include herbal infusions such as refreshing Moroccan Mint and soothing Camomile and Lavender, as well as black flavoured teas like Coconut (April’s favourite product) and punchy Zest of Orange. The idea to launch the company was partly driven by circumstance, as April explains: “I couldn’t take on a Saturday job because I have school that day, and I’ve little time during the week. But I wanted to make my own way.” She says, “Creating my own business seemed like the ideal solution and tea seemed the perfect thing to work with. I love tea! It’s a great, versatile product.”
April says she felt there was a gap in the market for unusual, high-quality teas that offered better value than some of the very expensive ‘boutique brand’ teas that are often retailed at delis and specialist grocers. With the support of her parents, April sourced a quality supplier and launched The Leafy Tea Company from her home at Hinton Charterhouse near Bath. April has already established a loyal following among tea connoisseurs in the region and is reaching new customers through good, old-fashioned word-of-mouth, in addition to attendance at local markets and promotion through social media. The teas are also available for sale at Hinton Charterhouse’s village post office. Says April, “Local support for my business has been great and I hope to spend much of my summer holidays on tour with my teas at farmers’ markets.” For more information about The Leafy Tea Company visit, www.leafytea.co.uk Follow April on Twitter @leafyteauk
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