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Should I buy a Tesla? I Musk not.

A post from Elizabeth Warren (@SenWarren ) on X reads: "I won’t share RFK Jr.’s lies about autism. It’s disgusting and dangerous. If he had a shred of decency, he would apologize and resign. Autistic people contribute every day to our nation’s greatness. To every kid with autism, I’m in this fight all the way for you."

What RFK Jr. said was reprehensible. He should be ashamed of himself and step down.

Marie Maynard Daly co-discovered the link between high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and the clogged arteries that can cause heart disease and strokes. She also investigated the damage that cigarettes have on the heart and lung circulatory systems. adalovelaceday.subst...

He can’t be seen to be remotely soft on Europe - remember Labours win was shallow.

Trump has been suckered by Putin. Great to see Zalensky refuses to be suckered by Trump.

Some of today’s builds. #PlayIsTheWay

It’s a coup. It’s a strategic alliance with Putin. It’s the end of the post-war international order. It’s the triumph of lies over truth and in Putin’s case, evil over good. We are through the looking glass & we all now have to decide who we are & what we stand for

The cowards are the one bending over for Putin and lying about Zelenskyy.

Felon 47 can only dream of being as courageous, intelligent and steadfast as Zelenskyy. Felon 47 will always be remembered for dodging the draft and hiding his fat ass in underground bunkers.

I do get that Sue but no to really.

title graphic - more than a fair test - the different types of science enquiry

More than a Fair test: The Different Types of Scientific Enquiry in Primary Science
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UNICEF right of the child no. 38 - take note USA, Israel, Russia and others. From For Every Child UNICEF

“The number one priority is to stop the bloodshed.”

FULL INTERVIEW with Senior Director for Counterterrorism and Deputy Assistant to President Donald Trump, Sebastian Gorka, speaking live from the White House about yesterday's Ukraine announcement.

#Newsnight

www.youtube.com/watch?v=TXa4...

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It’s a superb podcast.

Many thanks.

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The staff of Claremont Primary, Manchester do a great job planning and considering science skills.

graphic - teaching resources for safer internet day 2025

Teaching Resources for Safer Internet Day 2025 : Ideas for Live Lessons for Primary Schools
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Have seen a few different websites that are running Live Lessons and Assemblies for British Science Week next month. I've collated them all into this blogpost
www.sciencefix.co.uk/2025/02/live...
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From the archive: Preparing for an OFSTED Deep Dive in Primary Science https://buff.ly/4es8JF1

Do you Americans just let anyone into the organs of the state - clearly yes?

Just created Early Years Outdoors starter pack. Please ask if you are passionate about this aspect of EY practice. It includes #eyoutdoors #playworkers #forestschool #childrennature #riskyplay #naturekindergarten #forestkindergarten #outdoornurseries #pre-school
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So true it’s the punitive nature of inspections which needs to change.

My little learners looked for lichen today with our outdoor learning teacher. They love a treasure hunt!

The public has a distorted view of science, because children are taught in school that science is a collection of firmly established truths. In fact, science is not a collection of truths. It is a continuing exploration of mysteries.

- Freeman Dyson

I don't know whether students training to be teachers still study Vygotsky and Social Constructivism, but I wrote this in 2013 to explain what it is—and what it isn't: mantleoftheexpert.com/blog-post/wh...

Care and education for England’s youngest children: the need for developmentally informed policy and practice Education adviser Ruth Swailes considers sending toddlers to school from the perspective of her 30-year experience

Excellent article from @ruthswailes.bsky.social. Full of useful details and with the children firmly at the centre. #EYFS ⬇️

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From the archive: Writing an AI Policy for Your School: A Guide for School Leaders https://buff.ly/47PWkse

Jan 6 must be fully & conclusively adjudicated in a court of law if this country is to ever move forward.

They can't just wish it away unless we let them.

BBC teach is running a live lesson with @maddiemoate.bsky.social for Safer Internet Day. Details here www.bbc.co.uk/teach/live-l...
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Phizzi enquiry: parachutes - The Ogden Trust A primary science enquiry linking learning about Earth & space, and forces.

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