This is everything it promises to be; a memoir of secrets, lies and family love written in such an honest, open, captivating and truly moving way. Continue reading This week I’m reading: A Dutiful Boy by Mohsin Zaidi
Representation of neurodiverse young people is so important; books like these hold up not only a mirror, but also a window in which we can all get a glimpse of what it is like to experience the world differently. Continue reading Using “A Kind of Spark” to connect with students
Wow. What a book. Continue reading This week I’m reading: Last Lesson by James Goodhand
My students were all born this side of the year 2000, so it is highly likely that will be unfamiliar with this video until I show it to them. Continue reading “Stay” by Shakespears Sister and how I’m using it in my teaching
Morgan combines fictional scenarios, humour and scientific findings to help explain why life can be so challenging for teenagers (and their parents). Continue reading Blame My Brain by Nicola Morgan
I loved the movie when I watched it a few years ago, but I think I love this book even more. Continue reading An Education by Lynn Barber
After five months of working from home, I finally returned to my workplace today! Continue reading Back to Life (back to reality)
The main tool we need for this job is patience. Lots of patience. Continue reading The Arms Race: building a robot arm with my son
MY MASHED UP LIFE 