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Good morning, fellow adventurers! Ed here, guiding you through the exciting world of home education.

MOTIVATIONAL QUOTE

MATHS
Fraction Frenzy! 🍕➗

Get your mental maths gears turning with these fraction-tastic questions:

• What is 1/2 + 1/4?

  • Answer: 3/4

• If a pizza is cut into 8 slices and you eat 3, what fraction of the pizza remains?

  • Answer: 5/8

• Simplify the fraction 12/16.

  • Answer: 3/4

• Convert 0.75 to a fraction.

  • Answer: 3/4

• What is 2/5 of 20?

  • Answer: 8

• Which is larger, 2/3 or 3/5?

  • Answer: 2/3

• If you have 1/4 of a cake and your friend has 1/3 of the same cake, who has more cake?

  • Answer: Your friend

• Add 3/8 and 1/4.

  • Answer: 5/8

• Subtract 1/3 from 5/6.

  • Answer: 1/2

• Multiply 2/3 by 3/4.

  • Answer: 1/2

How did you do? Share your fraction triumphs with us on social media using #EdExpress!

GEOGRAPHY
Island Hopping in the Pacific! 🏝️🐢

Today, let's set sail on a virtual voyage to the fascinating Galápagos Islands!

Where in the World? 🌎

• The Galápagos Islands are a volcanic archipelago located in the Pacific Ocean, about 600 miles (1,000 km) west of mainland Ecuador. They straddle the equator, meaning they are in both the Northern and Southern Hemispheres!

• Unique Wildlife 🐢🦎🐦

• The Galápagos Islands are famous for their unique and diverse wildlife, including:

  • Giant tortoises: These gentle giants can live for over 100 years!

  • Marine iguanas: The only lizards in the world that can swim and feed in the ocean.

  • Blue-footed boobies: These birds have bright blue feet that they use in elaborate courtship dances.

  • Galápagos penguins: The only penguins found north of the equator.

  • Flightless cormorants: These birds have lost the ability to fly, but they are excellent swimmers.

Darwin's Inspiration 🤔

The Galápagos Islands played a crucial role in the development of Charles Darwin's theory of evolution. He observed the unique adaptations of the animals on different islands, which led him to propose the idea of natural selection.

Your Mission:

• Research the Galápagos Islands and learn more about their unique wildlife and ecosystems.

• Create a travel brochure or poster showcasing the islands' natural wonders.

• Discuss with your family or friends why the Galápagos Islands are considered a "living laboratory" of evolution.

• Think about the importance of conservation and how we can protect fragile ecosystems like the Galápagos.

Share your Galápagos discoveries with us on social media using #EdExpress!

JOKE
A giggle a day keeps the learning blues away!

Q: Why did the student bring a flashlight to class?

A: Her grades were dim!

Ed - Your UK Home Education Companion

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