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About my son

Listen to Ron talking about his young son and how this new member of the family has changed how his life.

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Studying in the UK

Do you study or have you studied in another country? If not, would you like to? Listen to Ella talking about her time studying in the UK.

Encouraging your teenager to communicate

Teenagers often find it difficult to talk about how they are feeling and this can cause anxiety for the whole family.

Positive discipline

Most parents have times when they struggle to discipline their children, but there are things you can do to encourage good behaviour.

Entertaining children in the holidays

When children are off school, it can be difficult to stop them getting bored.

Starting primary school

Parents often worry about their child’s first day at school and how they can help to make it a positive experience.

Holidays for separated parents

School holidays can be a difficult time for all parents, but particularly for single mothers and fathers who are raising children alone. Read the article for practical advice about sharing childcare and improve your language skills as you complete the activities.

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Healthy eating

Does your family have a healthy lifestyle? Listen to this conversation between a mother and a school nurse.

A birthday party

Watch and listen to the video, which shows how children often celebrate their birthdays in the UK. You can practise your listening skills as you complete the activities

Why dads matter

Sometimes dads feel a bit left out when it comes to bringing up children.

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