Many students who are struggling to learn to read and spell, face the extra challenge of perfectionism. Perfectionism is a personality trait characterised by a relentless desire to achieve a perfect outcome every time. The problem for students with learning … Continued
I hope no-one woke up feeling philogrobilised (seedy) this morning, although I’m sure there were a few of you who spent some time whindling (feigning groaning). However, gongoozling (staring idly at a water course) on this glorious morning makes it … Continued
Evaluation of any text, whether it is paper-based or online, is a critical skill for all readers. You need to be able to actively engage with the text, carefully considering the validity of the information (taking into account the reliability … Continued
There is quite a bit of research showing that crosswords can be an effective teaching tool (see list of references for some examples). Crossword puzzles enhance vocabulary and spelling by requiring precise letter placement to match clues, which reinforces word … Continued
