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The Clara James Approach to learningMy child hates reading!Why do some children love reading whilst others detest it.Generally speaking, it’s rarely just about not liking books, there’s usually a deeper reason and the word “Hate” can be a cover for feeling overwhelmed, embarrassed, or bored especially in a day and age when information and entertainment is so readily available at pace.The step into ks3 feels like such a leap. It is suddenly, not just what they read but how deeply they’re expected to understand it. Reading is now not just an act in itself, it is an entrance to a whole new...
2025-12-1010 min
The Clara James Approach to learningSupport your child with their times tables - and make it funAre you looking to support your child with their times tables in a fun yet effective manner?Listen on.In this podcast we will look at how we learn. How by using a variety of resources we are helping our children to create multiple memories in their minds making it easier to recall the information when it is needed. We will then explore tips for learning each of the times tables before finally looking at 3 games that I often use in our lessons to assist with recall, repetition, and fun.I c...
2025-11-1920 minThe Clara James Approach to learningUntitled EpisodePrior to tonight's workshop I recorded myself as a trial run. In this video we talk about 1. Use Colour and CreativityUse at least 5 colours when revising — it engages more neural pathways and helps you remember.Colourful notes are more inviting to revisit than plain black-and-white ones.Visual memory tricks like drawing symbols or cartoons to represent quotes (e.g., for English Literature) can really cement them in your memory.📅 2. Plan, but Keep It RealisticDon’t overestimate what you can do — this leads to disappointment and overwhelm.Start with just 15–30 minutes a da...
2025-11-0626 min
The Clara James Approach to learningHow do we learn?In this Podcast we explore what I have learned over the years about supporting children with their learning. Learning is unique to each one of us. Yet, there are some principles which we can use to support any child’s education that will prove beneficial.If we give our children something to do to help them learn something, we help them to create a memory. For a younger child this might be flash cards to help them recognise the basic words that can then be built upon to help them to learn to read.Older ch...
2025-10-2905 min
The Clara James Approach to learningHow can I support my neurodiverse child through home educationIn this podcast we will look at how you can support your home educated child without it becoming a cause of overwhelm for the whole family.Making the decision to support your child’s education at home is a huge decision but at the same time you know in your heart-of-hearts that it is the right decision, especially when your child isn’t fitting into the mainstream educational system for whatever reason: anxiety, neurodiversity, bullying, to name but a few.Alongside the perceived added workload there is the emotional commitment. Will it work being parent and...
2025-10-2208 min
The Clara James Approach to learningSupporting your child with their handwritingI have just put the handwriting bundle live inside the membership group, but I thought I'd share the video with you as there might be some suggestions in there that you would find helpful when working with your own child.Things like playing noughts and crosses but using letters instead of the traditional symbols, completing mazes or dot-to-dots. Creating wordsearches for someone else to solve as having to concentrate on each individual letter will help to create it more neatly.The overriding message is to start with a small target (such as a...
2025-10-1510 minThe Clara James Approach to learningIt's ok to explain things differentlyOne of the comments I think I hear more than any other is that of parents concern that if they explain something differently to how the teacher has explained it, it will just confuse their child further.But I think we all need someone in our lives who will explain things differently, in a way that makes sense to us rather than just the generic masses.I hope this short podcast offers the reassurance you need if this is you
2025-09-2404 min
The Clara James Approach to learning2 tiny things you can do that will make a huge difference to your tutoring businessI think these two things have been the most powerful things I have done to grow Clara James Tutoring. Neither of them cost anything but will take how you think about your business and those that you work with to a whole new level.What are they?Firstly, think about every lesson you do as if it was your own child, or the person you care most deeply about in the world. What would you offer them? What would you expect for them?The second is, every day ask yourself what 1 thing can...
2025-09-1704 min
The Clara James Approach to learningWill I confuse my child if I explain things differently to how their teacher explained it?One of the most common fears I have heard from parents over the past 13+ years, is that if they explain something differently to how their child has learned it at school it will confuse them. But actually, sometimes a different explanation. Not because the teacher is wrong, but because we all have different life experiences and understanding we will all perceive things and understand things differently. Sometimes we just need someone to explain something in a way that makes sense to us.A lot of parents live in fear that if they attempt to explain s...
2025-09-1008 min
The Clara James Approach to learningWhat is the best way to become a tutor: employed, self-employed or franchise?If you are mulling over the idea of becoming a tutor you might be trying to decide which is the best route to go down: self-employed, franchise, employed?In this article I will try to explain the pros and cons of each approach from what I have learned and experienced since I started Clara James Tutoring, started employing tutors to work with me and preparing the business to offer as a franchise.I hope it helps.To read the whole article click here: What is the best way to become a t...
2025-09-0317 min
The Clara James Approach to learningSupporting Your Child’s Reading—Even When You’re Not a Confident ReaderWelcome back to The Clara James Approach Podcast—I’m Dawn, your host. In today’s episode, we’ll explore how parents who don’t feel like confident readers themselves can still create a supportive, fun, and effective reading environment at home. Whether it’s anxiety, neurodiversity, or a lack of confidence holding you back, there’s plenty you can do to help your child flourish.Key Topics Covered:1. Why Reading Can Feel Tough—For Both of YouMany of us remember the pressure of reading out loud in class and how it trigg...
2025-08-2719 min
The Clara James Approach to learningHow do I choose my niche as a tutor?Starting out as a tutor can feel overwhelming — should you work with younger children, teenagers, or exam students? Do you stick to your favourite subject, or go where the demand is? In this video, Dawn shares her own journey of starting with primary-aged children, only to discover her passion (and strength) in supporting GCSE students.We’ll explore:✅ Why specialising can help you stand out and attract the right students✅ How to discover your strengths, style, and what truly lights you up✅ The differences between tutoring younger vs. older students✅ How to balance enjoyment wi...
2025-08-2015 min
The Clara James Approach to learningHow do I teach my child their times tables (without the tears and frustration)Struggling to get your child confident with their times tables? In this video, I share fun, practical, and stress-free ways to help them remember their multiplication facts. From games and songs to real-life practice, these ideas will make times tables learning easier and more enjoyable for both you and your child.Whether they’re just starting out or need a confidence boost, you’ll discover tips you can start using today to help them succeed in maths.📚 Resources mentioned: 👉 Read the whole article: How can I help my child to learn the times tabl...
2025-08-1523 min
The Clara James Approach to learningShould I pay for resources to educate my childIn today’s world, we’re lucky to have a wealth of free educational resources at our fingertips. A quick Google search or a scroll through Pinterest can reveal thousands of activities, printables, and ideas. So, on the surface, it seems like the answer to this question should be yes.But is it really that simple?If you’ve chosen to home educate your child, it’s likely a decision you’ve made with great care, passion, and thought. While you’re not tied to a rigid curriculum, there may still be areas — like maths, English, or sc...
2025-08-0607 min
The Clara James Approach to learningMy child has little confidence in learningIs your child struggling with low confidence in their learning? You’re not alone and there are gentle, effective ways to help them rebuild self-belief.In this video, Dawn from Clara James Tutoring shares calming, heart-led strategies to help children who’ve lost their academic confidence. From starting with strengths to turning learning into play, you’ll discover how to create a safe, supportive space where confidence can grow.✨ Simple, creative games to reduce pressure✨ How to praise effort in a meaningful, authentic way✨ The power of letting your child be the teacher✨ Why yo...
2025-08-0117 min
The Clara James Approach to learningIs tutoring easy money? The considerations people don't want to talk aboutIn this episode, I dive into a common but loaded question: “Is tutoring easy money?” I will try to be honest yet warmth, and with over a decade of lived experience, I will unpack the hidden hours, emotional investment, and behind-the-scenes prep that go far beyond the lesson itself. From myths like “if you can teach, you can tutor” to moments of deep reward and quiet frustration, this is a must-listen for anyone wondering if tutoring could be a quick win, or a meaningful path. Whether you’re thinking of tutoring casually or building a long-term bu...
2025-07-2325 min
The Clara James Approach to learningSupporting Children Who Learn Differently: What to Ask When Considering a TutorIn this episode, we talk about what to look for in a tutor when your child doesn’t learn in the traditional way. Whether your child has a formal diagnosis or you simply know that school hasn’t worked for them, this is for you. We'll cover how tutoring can be adapted to support children with learning differences, how to recognise flexibility in a tutor's approach, and why emotional safety is just as important as subject knowledge.You can also read the full article on our website: https://clarajamestutoring.co.uk/my-child-learns-differentlyor email me on...
2025-07-1619 min
The Clara James Approach to learningDo I need to be a qualified teacher to become a tutor? 🤔The short answer? No — you don’t need to be a qualified teacher to make a real difference as a tutor. At Clara James Tutoring, we believe what matters most is your passion, your ability to explain things clearly, and your desire to support children who learn a little differently.In this blog, we break down what really counts when starting your tutoring journey — and how you can get started with confidence. 👉 Read it here: https://clarajamestutoring.co.uk/do-i-need-to-be-a-qualified-teacher🎁 Ready to take the first step? Grab your Start Tutoring with Confidence pack here:
2025-07-0916 min
The Clara James Approach to learningMultiplying by 9I love the 9x table because there are so many hints to help you to solve the questions. Things like when you hold your hands out in front of you, put the finger related to the number you are multiplying by down, and your answer is there in front of you, or by writing it down you can check your answers as they all line up and go up by 1, down by 1 each time. Or the quick check that you can do: 7x9 =63 6+3 =9. Your answer must be right! So simple. Or by knowing that 4x9, take the 4 and subtract 1...
2025-07-0204 min
The Clara James Approach to learningKeep taking small steps forward - even when you think no one else is listeningIn this week’s episode, I’m sharing something a little more personal. After recording several weekly episodes and seeing very few listens, I found myself wondering if anyone’s actually out there — and whether it’s worth continuing.If you’ve ever started something new — a business, a blog, a course — and felt like you were shouting into the void, this is for you.I talk about what it’s like to keep showing up when you’re naturally introverted, when you feel overlooked, and when it seems like louder voices always get the attention.But...
2025-06-2503 min
The Clara James Approach to learningWhy Confidence Is Just as Important as Knowing the Answer In this episode, we explore the idea that confidence is just as important as knowing the answer. So often, children feel like they’re “bad at maths” or “not good at English” simply because they lack belief in themselves. But when we nurture their confidence, we help them to engage more willingly, take more risks, and enjoy learning again. Through real-life examples and gentle insights, we talk about how parents and tutors can build a child’s self-belief — and why this can have just as much impact as academic revision.
2025-06-1805 min
The Clara James Approach to learningThis week in Clara James TutoringI had intended chatting about something different, but my editing software wouldn't work and I was creating this as well, so I thought why not...This week has been a great week with the proof copy "Become a Tutor" dropping through the door yesterday. I have also been working on the platform for those looking to take up tutoring and we are also intending to take the Clara James Approach from what it is to an entire platform to support primary school aged neurodiverse children in maths. I know that's niche, but if I can achieve it...
2025-06-1104 min
The Clara James Approach to learningPrime NumbersPrime numbers are numbers with only two factors. This basically means numbers which you will only find in the 1 times table of their own times table. For example, 5 is prime because it is only in the 5- and 1-times table, where are 10 is in the 1, 2, 5, 10 times tables so it wouldn’t be prime.If you are practicing the prime numbers (I’ll put a 100 number grid in the 11+ resources today) create a visual table to help you to solve them quickly until you gain confidence.Start by colouring square number 1. This is not prime as it i...
2025-06-0404 min
The Clara James Approach to learningTales from Tutoring: The good, the bad and the unforgettable...The Realities of Tutoring — Triumphs, Challenges & Unexpected LessonsIn this episode, I’m sharing a deeply personal collection of stories from my years as a tutor — the lessons learned, the battles fought, and the beautiful breakthroughs that make it all worthwhile. From the lad who initially refused help and went on to achieve top grades, to the young girl who locked herself in the loo rather than have a lesson — these moments shaped my journey in ways I never expected.There’s laughter, frustration, and the occasional chewed-up Doc Marten, but above all, there’s th...
2025-05-2813 min
The Clara James Approach to learningTrying to remove the dread of reading out loud... I was talking about reading the other day with a mum. Very often the challenge isn’t just in finding something that they are willing to read, but in the actual act of reading itself. A lot of children struggle with reading. Especially reading out loud. All enjoyment goes out of the story as all you can think about is the effort of what is to come. Sounding our words, recognising letters, remembering what the story was about, keeping your place in the text. And people regard this as fun, how!!Since the begi...
2025-05-2106 min
The Clara James Approach to learning3 stupid things I did when I first started tutoringWhen I started Clara James Tutoring back in 2012, my background was education not business and I was incredibly susceptible to mistakes and being led on a wild goose chase... So, from trying to keep the business quiet to nearly being scammed out of over £13k these are 3 things I did when I started tutoring. I hope by speaking frankly and honestly you will not judge but instead stop and think and not make the same mistakes as I did when you get started or look to grow your business.
2025-05-1414 min
The Clara James Approach to learningThe importance of play into learning and boosting confidenceThere's a few things that I'm opinionated on and the importance of making learning fun and relevant comes very high up on that list.When I started studying supporting different learning styles over 25 years ago, one of the things I learned was the importance of creating multiple memories so that it is easier to recall the information when it is needed. Although it was obvious, it wasn't something I had ever given much thought to.But I also firmly believe that the way we learn is unique to each of us as individuals. We all...
2025-05-0708 min
The Clara James Approach to learningHow I Started My Tutoring Business with No Confidence and Built It Anyway"you're not as clever as your brother", "I don't think you have what it takes to work in a school", "who are you to teach me?!"Confidence is not a strong point of mind, I have this huge sense of inadequacy. But when a friend suggested I start tutoring I didn't have the confidence to keep putting her off, so in the end I agreed. That was back in 2012 and the company has grown so much since then. (My confidence hasn't but that's work in progress). If you lack confidence and you're considering becoming a tutor, maybe...
2025-04-3010 min
ExtremePeak Danger: 7. No Man Left BehindAs dawn breaks on a new day, it’s August 2nd 2008. There are nine climbers who are all either trapped, injured…or unaccounted for. Dutch climber Wlico van Rooijen finds himself lost and alone on the mountain. He’s spent one night out in the Death Zone. Can he survive another? The rest of the group is up against the clock as they mount a bold rescue mission. But as they battle for the survival of their fellow climbers, recent tragic history is about to repeat itself. The results will be catastrophic. Feat...
2025-03-0328 min
The Clara James Approach to learningSupporting a primary school child with comprehensionI was asked the other day about supporting a 10 year old with comprehension. My initial response was to brain dump everything then use that as a guide to pull it all together..However, here is my actual advice. I hope it helps. (I created this podcast as a recording of the monthly zoom call within the Clara James Approach. Each month, you can ask a question based around supporting your primary school aged child with their maths or English and we will do our best to help.)I hope you find this helpful. I...
2025-02-1905 min
The Clara James Approach to learningOur hope is to give you even better supportNot everyone has a printer...So, we have introduced a premium level to the Clara James Approach so that we can send you a printed copy of the resources each month with a few other extra bonuses.You would also have access to a 1-to-1 monthly call if you wanted it and the leadership board so that your efforts and progress can be publicly acknowledged (again if wanted).We have endeavoured to keep the price as low as possible, so anyone that joins us now would have the price locked in at £9.97/month with the ability t...
2025-01-2906 min
OH!CAST | Exploring Geek Culture, Fandom and Pop CultureScottish Wrestling: Billy Strachan on WWE, Drew McIntyre, and the Local SceneWhy Should I Watch Wrestling?Host Cal and co-host Kenny welcome Billy Strachan, the host of the Scottish Wrestling Podcast. The episode begins with the classic question non-fans pose: "You know it's all fake, don't you?". Billy’s response is that it’s "Panto". He says the best way to enjoy the Scottish Wrestling Scene is to "Go see it live". He explains that wrestling is "triumph over good over evil in person with Lycra". Ultimately, for two or three hours, you get invested in the characters. You just want to shout and cheer, maki...
2024-12-0657 min
The Clara James Approach to learningBuilding confidence in maths with your child at homeI think many of us have a fear of maths which we then unintentionally pass on to our children.However, there are things we can do which will help avoid that fear. A big part of that is to make it creative, fun, quality time that you can share together, yet on other occasions find the opportunity to incorporate it into everyday life through things like baking.I hope this video proves helpful and inspires youhttps://theclarajamesapproach.co.uk/c...#parenting #maths #primaryeducation #homeeducation
2024-11-0608 min
The Clara James Approach to learningEffective Revision Techniques for your GCSE examsIn this episode, we dive into revision strategies for English, tackling both general revision tips and specific advice for English subjects. Whether you’re just starting your revision journey or looking for ways to boost your effectiveness, this episode offers practical tips to help you get the most out of your study time.Revision Techniques:We start by discussing how to make revision more engaging and effective. Using multiple colours can stimulate your brain and make your notes more visually appealing, helping with memory retention. We also talk about the importance of planning—knowing exactly what you’...
2024-10-2113 minThe Clara James Approach to learningInterview with Claire: A GCSE English Teacher and ExaminerClaire is amazing, with 10 years of experience under her belt there's not a huge amount she doesn't seem to know and she's also happy to share her knowledge which I am truly thankful for.In this episode she share some of her insights into preparing for and sitting the English Language paper.I hope you find it helpful#EnglishLanguage #GCSEEnglish#GCSErevision#Homeeducation#AQAEnglishLanguage#ClaraJamesTutoring#ClaireHarwood
2024-09-1640 min
The Clara James Approach to learningMultiplying 11 by double digitsA few weeks ago, I was working with a lad, he’s brilliant, he’s just finished his GCSEs. We had just a couple of minutes left of the lesson, so we decided on a game of times-tables-noughts-and-crosses.I pulled up the grid and asked what he’d like to multiply by. He answered 11.Considering he was doing the higher paper I agreed but thought I’d ‘be clever’ and make the numbers in the grid double digits to make it harder.But he was still answering them within a flash.I asked if h...
2024-06-1902 minThe Clara James Approach to learningA quick tip for GCSE English Literature - analysing the textsThis is a tip I was given by a lad I was working with last year. It was a suggestion made to him by his English teacher at school. I thought I would pass it on to you as well.I hope it helps. Good luck with the exams
2024-05-1403 min
The Clara James Approach to learningThe Customer JourneyImagine a family has decided to take the plunge and invest in a tutor for their child. It’s not something they’ve ever done before and they’re not sure what to expect. There are so many tutors out there. How should they decide!There are (in all likelihood) two main possible routes that they might take.They might get onto social media and ask for recommendations.Alternatively, they might head to Google and search for tutors in their area.Either way, if they come across you, they will probably end up...
2024-05-0108 minThe Clara James Approach to learningInto the Negative Zone: Demystifying Negative NumbersWelcome to the Clara James Podcast, where we delve into Maths, English, and tutoring. Today's focus is on negative numbers, a topic that stumps many students.Let’s use an analogy involving earth mounds and holes to understand negative numbers better. For instance, if you have 5 meters of earth and remove 3 meters, you're left with 2 meters – simple subtraction. But when subtracting a larger number from a smaller one like 3 minus 5, imagine digging below ground level; this result is -2 because you've gone two meters past zero.Adding negatives can be visualised similarly: starting in a hole...
2024-04-0811 minThe Clara James Approach to learningLearning individual letter soundsToday, let's talk about teaching children the sounds of individual letters like 'a' instead of just their names. This is crucial because when kids learn to read, knowing the sound 'a' makes in words like "apple" is more helpful than simply recognising it as part of the ABCs.In my experience with young learners, including a boy who moved back to England and had to relearn English letters after being abroad, focusing on letter sounds first can be beneficial for many children.A fun activity is creating a scrapbook where each page represents a different...
2024-03-2505 min
The Clara James Approach to learningAdding and subtracting fractions with the same denominatorGood morning, welcome back to our podcast. I was absent last week due to a business retreat and personal celebrations. The highlight from the retreat was a realisation: I can sell our tutoring franchise because selling is simply solving someone's problem, which I do when discussing how we help your child with their maths or English.We discussed franchising costs—£3,000 initially plus £100 monthly for training—which feels right for me. So stay tuned; my first franchise sale may happen soon!Switching gears to academics, many children seem to be working on fractions at school at the mo...
2024-03-1804 min
The Clara James Approach to learningSupporting your child in telling the timeToday, let's talk about telling time. March's bundle from James' cloud series focuses on this skill, so it seemed fitting to discuss it here too.I work with a boy who struggles to tell time. He relies on his phone or Alexa but doesn't see the need for learning analogue clocks since digital displays are everywhere – in schools and even during exams. However, many parents still value teaching their children this traditional skill for situations where technology might not be available.When helping your child learn to tell time, start with the basics: seasons, months, da...
2024-03-0406 min
The Clara James Approach to learningEnglish Language Paper 2 (AQA)Welcome to the Clara James Tutoring Podcast. In recent English language paper 2 prep, we've tackled four key questions: identifying facts, comparing texts, analysing language use, and another comparison. Then there’s section B—writing persuasive pieces like letters or articles. Remember two crucial tips: Use appropriate language for your audience and ensure proper layout—formal for officials in a letter format or relaxed for peers in an article with catchy headlines.Always align your writing style and structure with what's asked of you. For comparative tasks in section A, balance your focus between both sources to scor...
2024-02-2605 min
The Clara James Approach to learningSupporting readingHello and welcome! I'm Dawn from Clara James Tutoring. With World Book Day approaching, many parents are concerned because their children dislike reading. My oldest daughter wasn't keen on it either.At Clara James, we've developed a game called the Dotty Board Game to make reading fun and less intimidating. The game involves sharing reading tasks among players as they move around a board with coloured dots—each colour represents who reads next.The point is not to stress over when your turn will come but to enjoy the process together. Remember, kids don't have to...
2024-02-1810 min
The Clara James Approach to learningSupporting spellingsHello. Recently, I've discussed with parents the challenges of learning and retaining spelling skills. My advice is to make the process colourful, creative, and interactive to engage different parts of the brain.One method is using multiple colours when writing words – a different colour for each letter and varying fonts can help create distinct visual cues. Drawing related images next to words further strengthens memory by adding context.For active learning, painting with water on outdoor surfaces or using chalk can be effective since it involves larger movements. Using materials that are temporary like chalk or...
2024-02-1213 min
The Clara James Approach to learningRevising MathsHello, I hope you're having a good day. Many parents reach out to me after exam results are released, concerned about their child's revision strategies. To help, I've compiled some tips based on my experience in education and tutoring.Firstly, it’s crucial to lay the groundwork for effective studying. I'm preparing a downloadable PDF tailored for the GCSE syllabus; if it's not yet available when you see this, email me at info@clajamestutoring.co.uk and I'll send it to you.Start by listing topics and rating your confidence level next to each one: un...
2024-02-0117 min
The Clara James Approach to learningJengaJenga. How is Jenga relevant to maths or English?I had to ask myself how I could make it relevant, and actually over the past couple of years since it was first suggested as a handwriting aid, we have found multiple ways to incorporate it into both maths and English for both younger students and, believe it or not, GCSE students.In this podcast we will talk you through how you can incorporate times-tables, number bonds, punctuation, grammatical terminology, into this fun (and slightly addictive) game.
2024-01-2905 min
The Clara James Approach to learningCalculating the times tablesHello. Today, I'll discuss times tables as they're fundamental to math, and without them, advancing in math is difficult. It's important for children to have multiple ways of recalling information rather than relying on repetitive worksheets.Parents can help by using various methods like card games or tic-tac-toe with times tables questions. These engaging activities reinforce learning in a fun way.When teaching times tables, it’s better not to follow the order 1-12 but start with easy ones like 2s, 5s, 10s, and then move onto tricks for others like the nines. For instance, wh...
2024-01-2215 minThe Clara James Approach to learningRevision TechniquesBefore Christmas, I spoke with parents about creating revision plans for their kids.So, I thought revision would be a good place to start with these Podcasts as exams catch up with all of us at some stage...I think one of the key things we need our kids to grasp is 'why.' Encouraging them to identify their motivation sets a foundation for focused and purpose-driven study habits. For some it may just be about getting through the exams so that they never need to do that subject again, for others it’s about co...
2024-01-1111 min
A SEAT at THE TABLE: Conversations with Today's Top Industry LeadersHow Every Child Can Be an A+ StudentOne of the most frustrating things a parent can face is watching their child struggle in school.Yet many children hit speed bumps during their early school years. For some children it’s trying to master math. For others it could be tackling spelling and grammar - or reading. What seems like something that should be easy to achieve ends up being a source of daily angst for both the students - and their families. For most parents and teachers the advice is to push the child to try harder … to spend more time on...
2024-01-0736 minThe Clara James Approach to learningWelcome to the Clara James Podcast!Welcome to the first Clara James podcast, aimed at helping you support children's learning. Whether they're yours or not, as a tutor, a parent, or teacher, we'll discuss adapting resources for better accessibility.Years ago in math class, I struggled with something we were learning until my dad used apples and scales to explain it. That personal approach made all the difference. Recognizing that each child is unique—whether they have ADHD, autism, or other challenges—it's crucial to tailor our methods accordingly.I began my career in childcare over two decades ago while raising thre...
2024-01-0413 min
The DisenfranchisedBringing Fun Into Learning - Dawn Strachan - Clara James TutoringWhen learning is enjoyable, it sparks curiosity and enthusiasm.
Infusing elements of enjoyment into education, helps children to embrace continuous learning as a lifelong journey rather than a frustrating task that they are being told they have to complete.
It’s something that this week's guest Dawn Strachan Founder of Clara James Tutoring is passionate about and shares her thoughts on in the latest episode of The Disenfranchised Podcast.
We also talk about:
Personalising tutoring
Growing a business from scratch
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2023-08-1742 min
A SEAT at THE TABLE: Conversations with Today's Top Industry LeadersHelping Children with Learning Challenges Win in SchoolSometimes you just have to take matters into your own hands.That’s exactly what Dawn Strachan did. With her primary school aged daughter and son facing learning challenges - and unable to muster support for them from her local school system, Dawn realised that she would need to find her own solution.So she leaned into her university training in early learning development and education and created her own methods for helping them with math, spelling and reading. Dawn realised two fundamentals: learning needed to be fun in order to keep...
2023-04-0223 min
Scottish Wrestling NetworkScottish Podcast Collaboration presents Scottish MurdersThe Scottish Podcast Collaboration is a group of like-minded creators with Scottish content that everyone should hear about, brought to you by Glasgower and Scottish Murders, in association with Discover Scotland Magazine.
Scottish Murders is a fortnightly podcast dedicated to solved and unsolved murders carried out in Scotland or murders of Scottish people, and is hosted by two Scottish sisters, Dawn and Cole.
In June 1955, 20 year old Sheila married her prince charming in a lavish ceremony. She was the envy of the town having bagged the wealthy and powerful Max. Nobody, least of all Sheila, coul...
2022-12-101h 05
Get BookedMany Many KissingsAmanda and Jenn discuss books for a retired dad who is basically Jimmy Buffett, books never mentioned on the show before, and more in this week’s episode of Get Booked.Follow the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or Stitcher.This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission.FeedbackFloat Plan by Trish Doller and Next Year in Havana by Chanel Cleeton (rec’d by Amanda)Ellie Cosimano’s Finlay Donovan is Killing It and the sequel...
2022-03-1748 min
The Reel Debaters#130 "Pistols At Dawn, Seems A Little Old Fashioned Doesn't It?" A Reel Talk On Sex Scenes, Beavis and Butt Head and James BondThis week on The Reel Debaters join our heroes Mark, Micheal and Charles while they review Hawkeye, Nightmare Alley and The Matrix, marks has new comic books and some of them are pretty expensive, awkward sex scenes and why, new Beavis and Butthead reboot, James Bond title songs, how much would you spend on the star wars all-inclusive trip to Galaxy’s Edge and lots more.HousekeepingFollow us online for your chance to win prizes, stay in the know and watch all the silliness unfold behind the scenes , all of our links are below
2022-01-202h 15The Reel Debaters#130 "Pistols At Dawn, Seems A Little Old Fashioned Doesn't It?" A Reel Talk On Sex Scenes, Beavis and Butt Head and James BondThis week on The Reel Debaters join our heroes Mark, Micheal and Charles while they review Hawkeye, Nightmare Alley and The Matrix, marks has new comic books and some of them are pretty expensive, awkward sex scenes and why, new Beavis and Butthead reboot, James Bond title songs, how much would you spend on the star wars all-inclusive trip to Galaxy’s Edge and lots more.HousekeepingFollow us online for your chance to win prizes, stay in the know and watch all the silliness unfold behind the scenes , all of our links are below
2022-01-202h 15
Shifting PerspectivesEpisode 43: Pandemic Reflections: A Physician's Perspective (with Dr. Dawn Perry Ewing)In early April I had the opportunity to sit down with Dr. Dawn Perry Ewing. Dr. Perry has been practicing as a Consultant Obstetrician and Gynecologist and senior administrative physician in the Turks and Caicos Islands Since 2001. This episode was recorded just after the one year mark of the first diagnosed COVID 19 case in the TCI. We discussed what the first days of the pandemic were like, all the way up to the present. Dr. Perry shed light on many issues related to vaccine hesitancy as well as shared with us what it has been like for health care...
2021-05-081h 09
SWN PodcastUntitled Wrestling Podcast by SWN #8 | Dawn DevlinBilly chats with Dawn Devlin, her time as a referee, wrestling training, anime and thoughts on the upcoming WWE Royal Rumble plus loads more!
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2021-01-261h 27
Scottish Wrestling NetworkUntitled Wrestling Podcast by SWN #8 | Dawn DevlinBilly chats with Dawn Devlin, her time as a referee, wrestling training, anime and thoughts on the upcoming WWE Royal Rumble plus loads more!
*Check out SPRKIX Apparel
*Visit http://sprkix.com and use code ‘SWN’ at checkout
*10% off your order!
SPRKIX manufactures pro wrestling apparel and streetwear so look even cooler than you already do while listening to the SWN Podcast.
2021-01-261h 27
Mucho Soul's PodcastMucho Soul Show No. 563As Broadcast @ www.TotallyWiredRadio.com on Tuesday 11.08.2020Hour One with Ket Shah01. Adeline - Stay Up (Self Released 2020)02. Idris Ackamoor & The Pyramids - When Will I See You Again? (Strut 2020)03. Sister Ivy feat. Marc Hennessey - Imbolc (Lying Pons 2020)04. Victoria Monét - Dive (Tribe 2020)05. Eddie Henderson - Cook's Bay (Smoke Session 2020)06. J.D's Time Machine ft. Lorenzo Owens - When The World Says No (TopNotch 2020)07. Soul Inscribed - Home Is Free (Tokyo Dawn 2020)08. Sly5thAve feat. Sene - Daddy Warbucks (Tru Thoughts 2020)09. Élodie Rama - H.O.M.E...
2020-08-082h 05
SoulsortsThe Soulsorts Something Different Sessions 2020 #5The Soulsorts Something Different Sessions 2020 #5Sunday 19th July 2020The Motion Collective – Into You (Album: Unstuck In Time) 2015The Foreign Exchange – Milk And Honey (Album: Tales From The Land Of Milk And Honey) 2015The Foreign Exchange – Work It To The Top (Album: Tales From The Land Of Milk And Honey) 2015The Foreign Exchange – Until The Dawn (Milk And Honey Pt. 2) (Album: Tales From The Land Of Milk And Honey) 2015RK Fusion – Time Flight (James L’Estraunge Orchestra Remix) (EP: Time Flight) 2020Reel People feat. Tony Momrelle – Can We Pretend...
2020-07-202h 01
Shifting PerspectivesEpisode 10: The Courage of Ownership in Parenting (with Nicole Cox)For this week's conversation I am joined by Nicole Cox. Nicole is the founder of The Dawn Program for Behavioral Sciences, which until September of 2017 was the Applied Behavior Analysis arm of Learn and Lead Educational Center. This organization was created by Nicole and her husband in February 2010 after they received a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder for their son in 2009. Nicole not only walks us through what early diagnosis was like for their family of 5, but shares how through honesty, acceptance and honor we can all take ownership of our own unique parenting journey.Shifting Perspectives...
2020-07-111h 02
Chrome360THE BRITISH HOME FRONT 3 | Fields of Battle, Lands of Peace - Michael St Maur SheilWelcome to the BRITISH HOME FRONT IN THE FIRST WORLD WAR. This series was recorded at the UNIVERSITY OF ST ANDREWS in June 2018 to accompany a conference marking the contribution by the peoples of the British Isles to the national war effort.
In this podcast, photo-journalist MICHAEL ST MAUR SHEIL talks about his photographic exhibition, FIELDS OF BATTLE, LANDS OF PEACE, and picks out some of the images that have a particular resonance for him.
IMAGES (IN ORDER OF REFERENCE)
Ploegsteert Wood at dawn
http://www.westernfrontphotography.com/main.php?g2_itemId=6027
The London Irish football, Loos
https://www.maryevans...
2018-09-2814 min
ChromeRadioTHE BRITISH HOME FRONT 3 | Fields of Battle, Lands of Peace - Michael St Maur SheilWelcome to the BRITISH HOME FRONT IN THE FIRST WORLD WAR. This series was recorded at the UNIVERSITY OF ST ANDREWS in June 2018 to accompany a conference marking the contribution by the peoples of the British Isles to the national war effort.
In this podcast, photo-journalist MICHAEL ST MAUR SHEIL talks about his photographic exhibition, FIELDS OF BATTLE, LANDS OF PEACE, and picks out some of the images that have a particular resonance for him.
IMAGES (IN ORDER OF REFERENCE)
Ploegsteert Wood at dawn
http://www.westernfrontphotography.com/main.php?g2_itemId=6027
The London Irish football, Loos
https://www.maryevans...
2018-09-2814 min
The Donald Strachan ShowReclaim The Night, Galashiels 28/11/15May, 9 year old presenter of TD1 Radio show 'Mayonnaise' attended the 2015 'Reclaim The Night' event in Galashiels and interviewed a number of people including MSP Christine Graham, Dawn and Rachel. This piece was included in 'Mayonnaise' and some other shows at the start of December.
2016-02-0503 min