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Becky Gamester-Newton

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About Becky Gamester-Newton

A countryside lover at heart, Becky grew up in the Yorkshire Dales and now resides in West Sussex with her family. She has been living in London for more than 10 years, where she pursued her journalism career before relocating to the countryside in 2019. In her free time, she enjoys watching live sports and drinking tea while being entertained by her chatty toddler and middle-aged cat. She has a Bachelor's degree in Journalism from the University of Central Lancashire.

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Language & Literacy

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Journalism

Education

University of Central Lancashire

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  • Bachelor of Arts specializing in Journalism

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An image of a small gold clock which uses Roman numerals.

Roman Numerals (KS2): Everything You Need To Know

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Take a look at a watch or clock - what symbols are there to represent the numbers that you use to tell the time?

If you see the symbols I to XII, then you are using Roman numerals to tell the time. But where are the Roman numerals used elsewhere in everyday life?

As your Year 3, Year 4, Year 5 or Year 6 child comes bounding home from school with plenty of questions, you get yourself up to speed and armed with answers using our quick and easy cheat sheet.

Ages 7-11Math & Science
A boy sits on his father's lap as they read a book about WW2 art together.

WW2 Art (KS2) Fun Facts And Activities

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The Second World War lasted from 1939 to 1945 and is one of the most important historical events your child will learn about at school

Primary school children in KS2 (Year 3, Year 4, Year 5 and Year 6) will learn about the period in various different lessons, not just history. It could also crop up in design and technology, maths, geography, English, physical education and art lessons.

This fascinating subject is a great way to combine your child's creative side with history. So, we've come up with lots of WW2 art ideas to bring the powerful events of the period to life, and to help you to provide brilliant homework help on the topic.

Ages 7-11History, Geography & Social Studies
A luxurious and nicely decorated Victorian living room in a house belonging to a rich person.

Rich And Poor Victorians (KS2): A Comparison

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Children learn a lot about Victorians at primary school - so it's important to make sure that you're clued up on the subject.

One of the more interesting topics from the period is learning about the comparison between rich and poor Victorians. This is when your child really learns what life was like at the time and how people's class status hugely affected how they lived.

Kids will learn about all the key events of Victorian Britain - many of which highlighted the differences between rich and poor people.

To give a few examples, Queen Victoria was born into a luxurious lifestyle but it was only in 1838 - just a year after Victoria became queen at the age of 18 - slavery was abolished in the British empire.

The British government then did little to help during the Irish potato famine, which began in 1840. Prime Minister Sir Robert Peel resigned in 1846 after the Corn Laws were repealed, but he was remembered as the Prime Minister who gave poor people cheaper bread.

These are just a few examples, read on to discover more about the comparison between rich and poor Victorians during this fascinating period.

Ages 7-11History, Geography & Social Studies
Mum helping her daughter learn about WW2 poems.

WW2 Poems (KS2) Made Easy

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World War 2 is probably the biggest topic in modern history that your children will work on at school.

However, they won't just learn about dates and facts - cultural topics, such as World War 2 poems, will also be taught during KS2. Children will learn about the different types of poetry that were prominent in the period, the techniques used to write them and the most famous war poems.

English poetry reflected the different stages of World War 2, right from the start of the war in 1939, to the Battle of Britain in 1940, right through to victory in 1945. This makes it a fascinating and important topic to learn about.

This guide will help you to discover the basics of English World War 2 poetry so that you can help your child with their KS2 homework. It also provides some ideas and inspiration for how you can explore the topic further together at home.

Ages 7-11History, Geography & Social Studies
Kids making balloon animals

Make Your Own Keyring With These 8 Amazing Ideas

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Hands up - who owns a set of house keys held together by one of those uninspiring, plastic tag keyrings?

Considering we use keys pretty much every day, often little thought is given to keyring designs. Kids, in particular, want their accessories to reflect their personalities, so here are some ideas for making cute keychains and children's keyrings.

Kids will love these cool keyrings, they make great gifts, and you may even fancy making one for yourself...
 

Ages 0-99Arts, Crafts & Design
A large model of a stone age animal with very long tusks is standing amongst some trees.

Stone Age Animals (KS2): Everything You Need To Know

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Stone Age Animals are one of the most exciting topics that your Year 3, Year 4 or Year 5 child will learn about at primary school as part of KS2.

The Stone Age started 2.5 million years ago and ended around 5,000 years ago. In this time there were many different animals which lived alongside humans.

Your kids will learn all about these different animals at school, as part of the KS2 history curriculum, and it is likely to be a topic that really sparks their interest.

But, before you break out in a sweat at the thought of being asked questions about bisons and mastodons, keep calm and read our quick and easy guide full of Stone Age facts to help with homework and homeschooling.

You'll be an expert in no time!

Ages 7-11History, Geography & Social Studies
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