MAMF, do you ever find it hard to get the kids to do educational activities when all they want to do is play?

I know what you mean. I actually think poor Rosie learn better when they're enjoying themselves while they're learning.

Does that make sense?

Yeah, completely.

Like, for example, last night, Nellie and Arthur, they was out in the garden for ages playing, but they was playing this horsey game.

I was watching them out the window, jumping over things, but I was thinking,

more now, we need to get in bed time, do you reading?

You know, especially now, Arthur's in year two, everything steps up like he has to do a certain amount of reading per week.

I know, but you're so right.

And actually, something I found that works really well for us is the Tony Box by our podcast sponsor, Tony's.

As I listen as probably know by now, the Tony Box is a musical story box that helps children develop their speech through songs and stories.

You know how much Rosie loves Matilda?

Well, she's learned so many new words from just listening to the Matilda story on her Tony Box.

She's like your own little Matilda.

She is so cute.

Tony's have got loads of other classic stories too, like the enchanted wood, Paddington and the gruffalo.

So there's something for all kids of all ages.

My kids absolutely love Paddington as well as their favourite.

So do mine, mine absolutely love it.

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