Nothing untoward, just the usual minutiae. Now throw in a major work pitch, a vet visit for the cat, social and family engagements... Juggling is such a confidence killer. It's a wonder circus performers can keep a smile on.
I've limped to Thursday with FAILURE blazoned across my forehead because the kitchen is a mess, the children's nails are dirty, I haven't organised that birthday present to be posted yet, I should really wash the car, the dog needs his vaccination boosters, the oven has broken and I haven't chased the electrician etc etc and to top it all off, most heinous of all, I am convinced that I haven't done enough 'school' with the kids.
I hit the imaginary pause button - which conveniently generates a scone and a cup of tea - and did a reality check on our school week.
What has actually happened since 9am Monday?
Maths, ICT & science
Online maths lesson, every day
Explore learning session for English and maths
Long division revision and practice (W)
Column subtraction recap (K)
Science morning - human body theme with gross science
Programming - Flappy Bird computer game
Geoboard shapes app
'About Me' powerpoint (inserting text & images)Endangered animals research & creating a poster
Literacy, art & music
Group reading, Firework Maker's DaughterExercise on Expanded noun phrases (K) & conjunctions (W)
Synonyms (K) & more conjunctions (W)
Creative writing lesson (W)
Literacy tutor (K)
Independent and aloud reading
Verbal reasoning practice (K)
Daily, new vocabulary and spellings
Piano lesson (W)
Art - glitter patterns, peg painting and colour mixingLife skills
Hamster care - researching treats, cage cleaning, design & build maze tunnel systems
Trampolining
Parkour (K)
Cooking basics - independently making boiled eggs and beans on toast
8 point compass readings
Money skills lesson - debit cards, credit, interest and savingsThat's not just okay, it's plenty.
I think I've earned another scone.
