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
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
A precious glimpse into the life and mind of one of our most gifted writers. Continue reading This week I’m reading: On Writing by Stephen King
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
After five months of working from home, I finally returned to my workplace today! Continue reading Back to Life (back to reality)
A quick summary of the past thirty years of my life – yes, really! Continue reading Funny How Time Flies… what have you been doing for the last 30 years?
2020 wasn’t all bad – this was the summer my son learned how to ride a bike Continue reading On Your Bike: the cycle path of fatherhood
Well, dear reader, I am now self-isolating. Continue reading Lockdown 2.0: trapped at home
MY MASHED UP LIFE 