Monthly Archives: February 2013

Laughing Matters for AD/HD children and adults

Studies show a huge leap in Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). Children with this disorder are extremely hyperactive and find it difficult to concentrate for even short periods. In the US, one in 18 school children now suffer from ADHD. … Continue reading

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International Women’s day gathering – see you there. Sat March 9th.

Sat 9th March, UK Centre for Carnival Arts, Luton. 12-6pm Do come and join us at this unique gathering. Here is the flyer with details.  IWD 2013

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Innovation: Hotpants vs the knockout mouse

Tim Harford, the presenter of Radio 4’s More or Less turns his attention to heated pants and the business of innovation. He tells the moving story of Mario Capecchi, whose struggle to get funding for his experiments tells us much … Continue reading

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Great news for improving literacy and numeracy amongst 11 year olds

The government is funding a catch-up programme for all Year 7 students who are below average in literacy and numeracy.  This targeted funding, must be used through measurable intervention to help these specific students catch-up with their peers as quickly … Continue reading

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Listen to Dr. Florance an expert on how exceptional highly visual children are seen as having learning difficulties

I have talked to Dr. Florance on several occasions, followed her work, and she has influenced my work.  I really recommend you listen to this interview with Angela Eaton – you will learn so much about people with exceptional visual … Continue reading

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