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MOTIVATIONAL QUOTE

MATHS
Tuesday's Time-Telling Teasers ⏰🧮

Let's sharpen our time-telling skills and conquer those clock conundrums!

1. If it's 3:45 PM, what time will it be in 2 hours and 30 minutes?

2. A film starts at 7:20 PM and lasts for 1 hour and 50 minutes. What time will the film finish?

3. You set a timer for 45 minutes. If you start at 2:10 PM, what time will the timer go off?

4. A train journey takes 3 hours and 40 minutes. If the train leaves at 11:25 AM, what time will it arrive?

5. Calculate the difference in hours and minutes between 9:15 AM and 2:30 PM.

Bonus Challenge:

• Create your own time-telling word problem and challenge a friend or family member to solve it!

Share your time-telling triumphs on social media using #EdExpress!

FOOD & NUTRITION
Smoothie Superstars! 🥤🍓🍌

Let's blend up a delicious and nutritious smoothie for a refreshing and healthy treat!

You'll need:

• Blender or food processor

• Fruits (fresh or frozen) - bananas, berries, mangoes, pineapple, etc.

• Liquid (milk, yoghurt, fruit juice, or water)

• Optional add-ins: spinach or kale, nut butter, protein powder, honey or maple syrup, chia seeds, oats

Instructions:

1. Gather your favourite fruits and wash them thoroughly.

2. Add the fruits to the blender or food processor.

3. Pour in your chosen liquid, starting with a small amount and adding more as needed to reach your desired consistency.

4. If desired, add any additional ingredients like spinach, nut butter, or protein powder.

5. Blend until smooth and creamy.

6. Pour into a glass and enjoy!

Bonus Challenges:

• Create your own unique smoothie recipe with different flavor combinations.

• Research the health benefits of different fruits and ingredients.

• Make a smoothie bowl by topping your smoothie with granola, nuts, seeds, and fresh fruit.

• Share your smoothie creations on social media using #EdExpress!

This activity promotes healthy eating habits, creativity, and kitchen skills. It's a fun and delicious way to get your daily dose of fruits and other essential nutrients!

JOKE
A giggle a day keeps the learning blues away!

Q: What do you call a fish with no eyes?

A: Fsh!

Ed - Your UK Home Education Companion

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