A Red Kite from underneath holding flesh in its talons and looking down at it

Look at the face! 😍
I was thrilled to get this shot of a gorgeous Red Kite today near Steart Marshes in Somerset! 😀
It was holding the flesh of some creature in its talons and was eating it as it flew right over my head! 😮
Zoom in and just Look at the face! 😍🐦
#birds 🪶

Peacock butterfly on hemp agrimony flower

In February, peacock and small tortoiseshell butterflies can often be seen on sunny days. They lay their eggs on nettles, a vital source of food for the caterpillars. In fact, a nettle patch can support 40+ species of insects – so please them grow!
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Two yellow and dark green kitchen sponges

Kitchen sponges like these release microplastics that end up in the sea – harming marine environments and the animals that live there. And they can't be recycled, so remain in landfill for hundreds of years. For eco-friendly sponges see: littlegreenspace.org.uk/reviews/seep...

Could This Approach Help Your School Reduce the Risk of Exclusion? Permanent exclusion is rarely about a single incident. More often, it reflects unmet needs, escalating pressures, and a lack of time to step back and understand what a young person is communicating th...

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A Robin, perched on a twig, staring somewhat intensely straight down the lens.

Rise and shine, it's the final day of #BigGardenBirdwatch!

Remember, you can still take part even if you haven't signed up.

Help us spread the word: share this post, text someone, or tell the whole table over your Sunday roast.

The more data we get, the better 🧑🔬

Plastic grass

White clover in long grass

Harebell in long grass

Frog sheltering in long grass

Plastic grass is one of the worst things you can put in your garden. Instead, let patches of grass grow long, and give wildflowers a chance – boosting biodiversity, benefitting pollinators, and filling your patch with colour and life. More: bit.ly/3liIFWv

Image showing 3 women and header "Three Wise Women", listed under the little image is: Would have asked directions Arrived on time Helped deliver the baby Brought practical gifts Cleaned the stable Made a casserole and there would be Peace on Earth.

Probable in an alternate universe...

A group of Puffins all looking in opposite directions

Puffins looking for Monday motivation.. 😁
#birds 🐦🪶

You can buy your 2026 Birds calendars here; (I have Puffin calendars too! 😀)
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Blue Tit perched on a bunch of blackberries

Blue Tit on blackberries! 😍
Taken this weekend at RSPB Greylake in Somerset. 😊🐦
#birds 🪶

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Why it's time to stop saying the c-word when talking about suicide

The word 'commit' is tied to criminal acts. Suicide has been legal for more than 60 years, but our language hasn't changed.

Really excellent blog on handwriting development from @ruthswailes.bsky.social. A must read for #EduSky in all phases. ⬇️

Ladybird on a green plant

This autumn, please consider leaving dead plants in your garden rather than 'tidying' them up. Over the winter they will provide sheltered spots for hibernating ladybirds and lots of other creatures 🐞

it's real support from actual racists

I recently read this book, can't wait for the Netflix series!

Searching for participants! If you could please share with your schools I’d be very grateful!

This morning on LBC, I spoke about the importance of balance. Children absolutely need need structure, yes, but also need warmth, reasonableness, & trust. I argue that over strict rules risk pushing pupils away & increasing exclusions. Listen here:
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Male Blackbird on a wall with his tail cocked

I just love when Blackbirds land and their tail cocks for a couple of seconds! 😍😊🐦
#birds 🪶

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‘It’s a disaster’: drought measure to suck water from River Wharfe met with anger Campaigners accuse Yorkshire Water of negligence and say plan to top up reservoirs will kill the river’s fish

‘It’s a disaster’: drought measure to suck water from River Wharfe met with anger

Jackdaw amongst pink sea thrift

Jackdaw in the pink! 😍
Taken recently on Skomer Island. 😊🐦 #Birds 🪶

You can buy my exclusive 2026 Birds calendars here;
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Hi everyone! 👋
To encourage people to buy their 2026 calendars a bit early, anyone who orders any TWO of my calendars at the same time during the month of August will get my birds colouring book absolutely free!😀
You can order your calendars here;
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Looks like we’ll have to raid a lot of retirement homes after today.

Two yellow and green kitchen sponges

If you want to reduce plastic use, avoid yellow kitchen sponges like these. They're made of plastic, can't be recycled, don't break down in landfill – and release microplastics into the sea. Eco-friendly, compostable alternatives are available – see: bit.ly/42rwUOX

Three bottles of Miniml body wash next to a lavender plant

We've put together a list of our favourite eco-friendly bath and shower products. These are plastic free or refillable, and use natural ingredients – and some support environmental or community projects:
littlegreenspace.org.uk/reviews/eco-fr…
#cleanbeauty

So sad. His voice was amazing during the fair well show. Can't believe this has happened.

Ozzy Osbourne dies just weeks after farewell show The heavy metal star reunited with his Black Sabbath bandmates on stage at Villa Park earlier in July.

Wow. He’s actually gone. Rest in peace, Prince of Darkness. news.sky.com/story/ozzy-o...

RIP John Michael "Ozzy" Osbourne (3 December 1948 – 22 July 2025)
Thank you for Champion campaigner against Trophy Hunting 🦁 🎸

Yellow sunflower

2024 was the worst year on record for the UK's bumblebees. Bumblebees struggle to forage in hot weather, so growing plenty of easy-to-access, nectar-rich plants – eg sunflowers, sedums & lavender – can really help them to survive.
More: littlegreenspace.org.uk/features/hel...
#heatwave #nature

TRIGGER HAPPY TV 25th ANNIVERSARY TOUR
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DOWNLOAD: “I Can” Lists for Confidence Building | Pooky Knightsmith Get more from Pooky Knightsmith on Patreon

Excited to share “I Can” Lists - a simple printable to help kids celebrate wins and build confidence

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Inspired by my daughter overcoming “I can’t.”

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Revealed: 5,000 English nature sites at risk under Labour’s planning proposals Exclusive: Planning bill includes mechanism for developers to ‘pay to pollute’ valuable ecosystems, experts warn * Ten top jewels at risk from the bill * ​New approach could help nature survive More than 5,000 of England’s most sensitive, rare and protected natural habitats are at high risk of being destroyed by development under Labour’s new planning bill, according to legal analysis of the legislation. The Guardian has examined the threat the bill poses to 5,251 areas known as nature’s “jewels in the crown”, as some of the country’s most respected wildlife charities call for a key part of the bill to be scrapped. Continue reading...

Revealed: 5,000 English nature sites at risk under Labour’s planning proposals