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Good day, everyone! It's Ed, and I'm thrilled to share a fresh batch of homeschooling wisdom and resources.

September 26, 2024

Good day, everyone! It's Ed, and I'm thrilled to share a fresh batch of homeschooling wisdom and resources.

MOTIVATIONAL QUOTE

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The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing.

Socrates

MATHS
Percentages & Proportions 🧠🧮

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Sharpen those maths skills with these percentage and proportion puzzles!

  1. A shop is having a 25% off sale. If a shirt originally cost £30, what is the sale price?

  2. If you eat 3/8 of a pizza, what percentage of the pizza have you eaten?

  3. A class has 28 students. If 14 of them are girls, what percentage of the class are boys?

  4. A recipe for 4 people requires 200g of flour. How much flour would you need for 6 people?

  5. If a car travels 180 miles on 12 gallons of petrol, how many miles can it travel on 1 gallon?

Bonus Challenge:

Create your own percentage or proportion word problem and share it with us on social media using #EdExpress. Let's see who can solve it!

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GEOGRAPHY
Virtual Volcanoes! 🌋🌍

Let's explore the explosive world of volcanoes from the comfort of our homes!

Your Mission:

  1. Research different types of volcanoes (shield, composite, cinder cone) and their characteristics.

  2. Choose a famous volcano from around the world (e.g., Mount Vesuvius, Mount Fuji, Kilauea).

  3. Learn about its location, eruption history, and impact on the surrounding environment.

  4. Create a presentation, poster, or 3D model showcasing your chosen volcano.

  5. Discuss the benefits and risks of living near volcanoes.

Bonus Challenges:

  • Watch documentaries or videos about volcanic eruptions.

  • Make a mini volcano model using baking soda and vinegar.

  • Learn about the Ring of Fire and its significance in volcanic activity.

  • Share your volcano explorations and creations on social media using #EdExpress!

This activity encourages research skills, geographical awareness, and an understanding of natural phenomena. Get ready to discover the fiery power of volcanoes!

JOKE
A giggle a day keeps the learning blues away!

Q: Which letter of the alphabet has the most water?

A: The letter C!

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Ed - Your UK Home Education Companion

Keep exploring, keep learning, and keep having fun!

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