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Can you name all of these Autumn items? When you have finished, look for their names in the wordsearch below. AUTUMN FUN ANSWERS - NO LOOKING 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1: SQUIRREL 2: HEDGEHOG 3: ACORN 4: PUMPKIN 5: HAT 6: SCARF 7: GLOVES 8: OWL 9: RABBIT 10: UMBRELLA _Q_ IR___ H_D_E___ P__P___ A____ _M___L_A ___ S__R_ G____S _W_ R____T
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WHAT'S ON Spooktacular Indoor and outdoor spooky fun plus pumpkins galore! Various dates throughout October Find out more or book tickets at www.whitehousefarmcentre.co.uk BOO! santa’s enchanted elf journey Come and find out why we are the North East’s favourite Christmas spot! Various dates throughout November and December 8
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EDUCATION & CHILDCARE Outstanding opportunities from start to finish. North East Independent School of the Year Sunday Times Parent Power 2023 Junior School and Nursery Open Morning 21st September Boys’ and Girls’ Schools & Sixth Form Open Morning 28th September Discover more by contacting the Head of Admissions on 0191 275 0608 or visit dameallans.co.uk 11
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CLUBS& CLAS ES No auditions, no drama experience necessary, no fees; just a willingness to give things a go, passion for performing and curious creativity. Open to all young people aged 7–19 years Weekly term time sessions split by age in Tyne Valley and Ashington. To find out more visit: mortalfools.org.uk/ register-with-mfyt or email: info@mortalfools.org.uk Register your interest in joining Mortal Fools Youth Theatre NOW. Mortal Fools have lots of FREE young people’s digital content and films that can be watched at home/in any setting – many with resource packs perfect for youth groups & home educating young people. Browse our content via: mortalfools.org.uk/ experience-our-work mortalfools.org.uk Mortal Fools is a theatre, drama and creative learning charity. We have lots of exciting young people’s events, performances, festivals, creative workshops and Northumberland happenings incoming across 2024 and 2025. Sign up to our Mortal Fools mailing list to be in the know! Sign up via: mortalfools.org.uk/mailing-list 17
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10 AUTUMN JOKES FOR KIDS. 1. Why did the scarecrow win an award? Because he was outstanding in his fi eld! o W o another leaf? “Iʻm falling for you!” 2. What did one leaf say to another leaf? “I 3. Why do birds fl y south in the Autumn? Because itʻs too far to walk! o the autumn wind? “Leaf me alone!” 4. What did the tree say to the autumn wind? “Leaf me alone!” a 5. Why did the bicycle fall over in the autumn breeze? It was two-tyred! I 5 n pumpkin? With a pumpkin patch! 6. How do you fi x a broken pumpkin? With a pumpkin patch! m ite fruit? Straw- 7. Whatʻs a scarecrowʻs favourite fruit? Straw-berries! w 8. Why do trees hate raking leaves? Because theyʻre always getting to the root of the problem! re always getting to the root of the problem g 9. What can a whole apple do that half an apple canʻt do? It can look round. 9. ine in the autumn? They ju 10. How do trees get online in the autumn? They just log in! y
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RARING2MAKE As the leaves change colours and the air turns crisp, autumn provides a vibrant backdrop for engaging and educational projects that can captivate curious young minds. Here are some creative and enriching autumn activities that seamlessly blend fun with learning: 1. Leaf Identification Scavenger Hunt: Transform a walk into a leaf identification adventure. Equip children with printouts of common tree leaves. As they explore, encourage them to identify different leaves. Back home, create a leaf scrapbook and label each specimen while learning about the trees they come from. 2. Pumpkin Maths and Science: Harness autumn by incorporating pumpkins into maths and science lessons. Count pumpkin seeds for a fun maths activity, estimating and measuring their size. Explore buoyancy by predicting whether a pumpkin will float or sink. Carve pumpkins to study the anatomy, discussing shapes, sizes, and the life cycle of a pumpkin plant. 3. Apple-licious Learning: Apples offer a wealth of educational opportunities. Make apple picking a maths lesson by counting the apples collected. Explore measurement as children weigh apples or calculate the circumference. In the kitchen, engage in ‘apple’ science experiments and discuss the effects of heat on apple slices or simply observe the whole process of making apple sauce. 4. Nature-Inspired Art: Bring the great outdoors inside by creating autumn inspired art projects. Use fallen leaves to make pretty leaf rubbings, exploring the textures and shapes of different leaves. Press leaves between sheets of wax paper to create beautiful autumn window decorations. This enhances artistic skills and encourages observation and creativity. 5. Weather Observations and Nature Journals: Autumn brings dynamic changes in weather. So let’s encourage children to observe and record daily weather patterns in a nature journal. Discuss the science behind changing seasons, the migration of birds, and the reasons behind huge temperature variations. This project nurtures a curiosity about the natural world and encourages skills in observation and recording. 6. Storytelling with Autumn-Inspired Tales: Inspire a love for literature by incorporating autumn themed stories into reading time. Choose books that explore the changing seasons, the life cycle of trees, or the adventures of animals preparing for winter. After reading, encourage children to create their own autumn-inspired stories or illustrations, promoting language and storytelling skills. Educational autumn projects for children not only makes learning enjoyable but also deepens their connection to the natural world. Through hands-on experiences and creative endeavors, children can gain a deeper understanding of the scientific and artistic wonders that autumn has to offer. So, let the leaves fall and the learning rise as you embark on these educational autumn adventures with your young explorers. Harvesting Knowledge: Autumn Projects for Kids 2024 Features.qxp_Layout 1 18/12/2023 13:43 Page 11 23
Got an itch? Tummy trouble? Tickly cough? Did you know? Pharmacists across the North East and North Cumbria can offer advice and FREE treatment for a wide range of common conditions* – just like having a prescription from your GP! Please ask your pharmacy team for more details and eligibility. UTI’s non pregnant women 16-64 years Shingles 18 years+ Impetigo 1 year+ Sore throat 5 years+ Sinusitis 12 years+ Infected insect bites 1 year+ Earache 1 to 17 years Additional conditions can be treated, without the need to visit a GP. Ask a member of your pharmacy team about the minor ailments scheme. Head to your local pharmacy. HERE TO HELP Go to your local community pharmacy (chemist) about your illness and they will offer advice. Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 A suitable medicine may be offered to you.* *You qualify for free treatment if you do not pay for your prescriptions. If needed, you will be offered treatment and if you qualify, this will be given free of charge. Find further information at: www.thinkpharmacyfirst.health
Raring2go! Returning to your job after maternity leave or once your children are at school can seem daunting, but it needn’t be. Take some simple steps to regain your confidence in the workplace. STARTING FROM SCRATCH If your employer has kept your job open for you, then you’re entitled to some catch-up days when you will return to keep an eye on how things have been without you. That’s also an opportunity to getcolleagues to fill you in on any gossip or changesthat may affect you. But if this is your first step back into the world of 9-5 for years then no wonder you’re nervous. Relax... GET POSITIVE Don’t imagine that just because it seems all you’ve been doing for years is washing, pushing a buggy and singing The Wheels On The Bus that you are unemployable. Boost your confidence by listing all the skills you used to have, and those you have nowadays. Persuaded a picky child to eat a vegetable? That’s negotiation. Helped out at the school fair? Events organising and teamwork. Raising money in a local pub raffle? That’s sales and marketing. Transfer your talent of problem solving and being creative (keeping siblings happy) into an employment environment and you’re probably more skilled than you first thought. With that in mind, brush up your CV or create one now that reflects the person you are now, not the person you were. If you can’t remember what it’s like to be on your feet all day or sitting at a desk, then practise. Charities, schools, libraries, hospitals and many other organisations are desperate for volunteers. You can meet the public, enjoy adult company and see how you get on. IN THE HOT SEAT Wherever you work, little things may be different – even the way the tea run is done. There could be members of staff you’ve never met, different systems of storing or processing information. Take a moment to learn the new ways and don’t fall into the trap of saying ‘That’s not how it should be’. But nor should you beat yourself up if you don’t pick up all the changes the first time. LOOK AFTER YOURSELF Keep in mind there are many working mums already out there who share your feelings – guilt at leaving their baby, guilt at being delighted they’ve got the chance to leave their baby (!), people existing on little sleep, worried they’re wearing odd socks, or aren’t coping. Invest in a slow cooker or frozen pizza if you’re too tired to make hot meals in the evening. Book yourself time off during the working day or at the weekend so you can look and feel your best – a pedicure, a haircut, meeting a friend for coffee. If you can afford it, get a cleaner. And don’t fall into the trap of buying your child’s affection at the weekends with expensive gifts – your precious time is enough. GETTING BACK to work 25
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