The Kitchen Table Teacher blog
Tips, advice and news, for parents of primary school children, from experienced teacher Caroline Hudson.

My child doesn’t listen well and forgets most of what I ask them to do. Part 2
Have you been frustrated with your children today?
Do you feel resigned to them “taking no notice of you” or not remembering what you’ve asked them to do?
Help is at hand! You are not alone.
This 2 part blog looks at what is happening and how you can make things better - for them, for you, for longer.

My child doesn’t listen well and forgets most of what I ask them to do. Part 1
Have you been frustrated with your children today?
Do you feel resigned to them “taking no notice of you” or not remembering what you’ve asked them to do?
Help is at hand! You are not alone.
This 2 part blog looks at what is happening and how you can make things better - for them, for you, for longer.

What is an array and what is it for?
Do you struggle with your primary child’s maths work?
How does it make you feel?
Do some of the words put you off and make you feel like a failure?
Do you feel like it’s so different to how you learned (or struggled to learn) at school - so you step back?
Does this cause tensions and misery?
You are not alone. These blogs are designed to help you feel better and more confident with the maths your child is doing at school. You shouldn’t have to feel this way.
They are laid out with pictures and explanations and I’m always happy to chat with you about them. Do get in touch if you want to know more.

What is a fact family?
Lots of Maths phrases are confusing. Have you ever wondered what a fact family is? Read on to find out more.

What are number bonds?
Parents are often asked to help their children learn their number bonds but are not really sure what they are. Find out here.

What on earth is a number sentence?
One of the most common questions I am asked is, “What is a number sentence?” Here is everything you need to know.
