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The Irish Sun
8 hours ago
- The Irish Sun
What age can a child legally babysit another in England over the school summer holidays?
WITH the school holidays here, many parents are wondering: What age can your child legally babysit another in England? The long school summer holiday is here - and with it comes the juggle to find childcare while you're at work or out for the evening. Advertisement 4 In the UK, there isn't a legal minimum age for a child to babysit Credit: PA 4 But NSPCC warns that under-16s shouldn't be left in charge of younger kids Credit: Getty Formal childcare options such as childminders, holiday clubs and play schemes can prove pricey - especially over six long weeks. That's why many parents turn to older siblings or trusted teens to step in - but knowing where the law stands on it can be a grey area. And while leaving a 14-year-old in charge might seem convenient - experts warn it's not always safe or sensible. What are the laws? In the UK, there isn't a legal minimum age for a child to babysit. Advertisement However, the That's because they're unlikely to have the maturity, experience or legal responsibility to cope in an emergency. Every child matures differently, so it would be almost impossible to have a "one size fits all" law. Leaving a child with someone who isn't able to care for them properly could be classed as Advertisement Most read in The Sun So, while teens might be keen to earn pocket money or help with siblings this summer, it's up to parents to judge whether they're truly ready. At what age can a child be left home alone? Infants and young children aged 0-3 years old should never be left alone - even for 15 minutes while you pop down the road. Three new family-friendly summer events that kids will love from Disney hunt to walking tour This applies not just to leaving them home alone - but also in your car while you run into the shops. For primary school children, the NSPCC wouldn't recommend leaving a child under 12 years old for long periods. Advertisement And children aged 6-12 years old are usually too young to walk home from school alone, babysit, or cook for themselves without adult supervision. Once your child reaches Free summer holiday activites You don't need to spend a penny to keep your kids entertained this summer... Museums - Some museums offer free entry to some exhibits, and also host events for kids. Parks - Head to your local park to enjoy the playgrounds, games areas, courts and splash pads. Some even have trails for kids to enjoy. Beach - It doesn't have to be sunny to enjoy the beach, you can go rock pooling, crabbing, make sandcastles, or enjoy a walk along the headland. Library - If the weather is awful, head indoors and borrow books, audiobooks, dvds. Cooking - Have your own mini bake-off, or Come Dine With Me challenge. Playdates - Invite friends over for an afternoon of socialising. Boardgames - Enjoy a little sibling rivalry with rounds of Monopoly or stretch your brain with Scrabble. Whether they are 12 or 18 years old, there might be reasons that they don't feel safe in the house alone. Some might not be ready to look after themselves or know what to do in an emergency. Advertisement You should never leave a child home alone if they don't feel ready, or if you don't feel they are ready. Sometimes it's better to leave them with someone - particularly if they are nervous or have complex needs. Top Tips for finding the right babysitter "It might be that you leave them with your child for 30 minutes in the house while you're in another room to make sure you feel confident and comfortable, and your child feels confident and comfortable. Advertisement "As a parent, you'll know if something doesn't feel quite right, so trust your gut and don't go along with an arrangement if it doesn't feel right." Helen also advised leaving clear, written instructions so the babysitter knows exactly what's expected. That includes what time the kids should go to bed, what their routine looks like, whether there are any She also stressed the importance of leaving your contact details and at least one other emergency number in case something goes wrong. Advertisement If your child has any allergies, medical issues or complex needs, the babysitter should be fully briefed - including where to find any medication and what to do in an emergency. It's also a good idea to set some ground rules before you head out. Be clear about whether the babysitter can have friends over, or if your children are allowed to invite anyone round while you're gone. Read more on the Irish Sun And if you're leaving your child with a teenage babysitter, Helen suggested letting a neighbour or friend know your plans. Advertisement That way, if there's a problem and you can't get home quickly, someone nearby might be able to step in. Tips for keeping organised during the summer holidays IF you aren't sure how to keep organised during the summer holidays, then you've come to the right place. Senior Fabulous Writer, Sarah Bull, has shared her top tips... FOOD: One thing I find difficult is keeping on top of my kids' constant requests for snacks. Despite the fact they have one break time at school and then lunch, their demands for food during school holidays seem to be 24/7. To make things easier, I've decided to bring in snack baskets for them. They each have a certain amount of food (the same so that there's no arguments) and once it's gone, it's gone. Not only does it make my life easier, it teaches them that they have to spread things out - and to maybe see if the 'hunger signals' are actually ones of hunger or thirst. ACTIVITIES: It can be hard to keep your kids entertained - and six weeks can feel like an awfully long time. One thing to take advantage of is having an outside space. If you have a garden, you can put bikes or scooters in there, or even a trampoline. It keeps them entertained and also makes sure they're doing some kind of physical activity every day. If you don't have the space for a climbing frame or added activities, why not give the kids a bucket of chalk and get them to draw on the paving slabs? Or another one I did was to give the kids a 'magic solution' I needed painted on the wall (it was just water and washing up liquid) to protect it. They spent a good hour doing that! CLOTHES: One thing I've used from when my daughter, now six, started school is to use clothing drawers for her and my son, who's 10. On a Sunday, I put all of their clothes, underwear, socks etc in the corresponding drawer for the week. Usually it's uniform, but I still use the drawers during the holiday too. It just makes things easier, more organised and less stressful - for all of us. 4 Helen also advised leaving clear, written instructions so the babysitter knows exactly what's expected Credit: Getty 4 Once your child reaches secondary school age, you should talk to them about how they would feel if they were left alone at home Credit: Getty
The Sun
8 hours ago
- The Sun
What age can a child legally babysit another in England over the school summer holidays?
WITH the school holidays here, many parents are wondering: What age can your child legally babysit another in England? The long school summer holiday is here - and with it comes the juggle to find childcare while you're at work or out for the evening. 4 4 Formal childcare options such as childminders, holiday clubs and play schemes can prove pricey - especially over six long weeks. That's why many parents turn to older siblings or trusted teens to step in - but knowing where the law stands on it can be a grey area. And while leaving a 14-year-old in charge might seem convenient - experts warn it's not always safe or sensible. What are the laws? In the UK, there isn't a legal minimum age for a child to babysit. However, the NSPCC warns that under-16s shouldn't be left in charge of younger kids - especially for long periods or overnight. That's because they're unlikely to have the maturity, experience or legal responsibility to cope in an emergency. Every child matures differently, so it would be almost impossible to have a "one size fits all" law. Leaving a child with someone who isn't able to care for them properly could be classed as neglect - meaning the blame will fall back on the parent. So, while teens might be keen to earn pocket money or help with siblings this summer, it's up to parents to judge whether they're truly ready. At what age can a child be left home alone? Infants and young children aged 0-3 years old should never be left alone - even for 15 minutes while you pop down the road. Three new family-friendly summer events that kids will love from Disney hunt to walking tour This applies not just to leaving them home alone - but also in your car while you run into the shops. For primary school children, the NSPCC wouldn't recommend leaving a child under 12 years old for long periods. And children aged 6-12 years old are usually too young to walk home from school alone, babysit, or cook for themselves without adult supervision. Once your child reaches secondary school age, you should talk to them about how they would feel if they were left alone at home. Free summer holiday activites You don't need to spend a penny to keep your kids entertained this summer... Museums - Some museums offer free entry to some exhibits, and also host events for kids. Parks - Head to your local park to enjoy the playgrounds, games areas, courts and splash pads. Some even have trails for kids to enjoy. Beach - It doesn't have to be sunny to enjoy the beach, you can go rock pooling, crabbing, make sandcastles, or enjoy a walk along the headland. Library - If the weather is awful, head indoors and borrow books, audiobooks, dvds. Cooking - Have your own mini bake-off, or Come Dine With Me challenge. Playdates - Invite friends over for an afternoon of socialising. Boardgames - Enjoy a little sibling rivalry with rounds of Monopoly or stretch your brain with Scrabble. Whether they are 12 or 18 years old, there might be reasons that they don't feel safe in the house alone. Some might not be ready to look after themselves or know what to do in an emergency. You should never leave a child home alone if they don't feel ready, or if you don't feel they are ready. Sometimes it's better to leave them with someone - particularly if they are nervous or have complex needs. Top Tips for finding the right babysitter Helen Westerman, the NSPCC's strategic campaigns boss, said: 'Introduce your child or children to that person, and maybe have a little trial run. "It might be that you leave them with your child for 30 minutes in the house while you're in another room to make sure you feel confident and comfortable, and your child feels confident and comfortable. "As a parent, you'll know if something doesn't feel quite right, so trust your gut and don't go along with an arrangement if it doesn't feel right." Helen also advised leaving clear, written instructions so the babysitter knows exactly what's expected. That includes what time the kids should go to bed, what their routine looks like, whether there are any screen-time rules, and how to comfort them if they get upset - for example, with a favourite toy or blanket. She also stressed the importance of leaving your contact details and at least one other emergency number in case something goes wrong. If your child has any allergies, medical issues or complex needs, the babysitter should be fully briefed - including where to find any medication and what to do in an emergency. It's also a good idea to set some ground rules before you head out. Be clear about whether the babysitter can have friends over, or if your children are allowed to invite anyone round while you're gone. And if you're leaving your child with a teenage babysitter, Helen suggested letting a neighbour or friend know your plans. That way, if there's a problem and you can't get home quickly, someone nearby might be able to step in. Tips for keeping organised during the summer holidays IF you aren't sure how to keep organised during the summer holidays, then you've come to the right place. Senior Fabulous Writer, Sarah Bull, has shared her top tips... FOOD: One thing I find difficult is keeping on top of my kids' constant requests for snacks. Despite the fact they have one break time at school and then lunch, their demands for food during school holidays seem to be 24/7. To make things easier, I've decided to bring in snack baskets for them. They each have a certain amount of food (the same so that there's no arguments) and once it's gone, it's gone. Not only does it make my life easier, it teaches them that they have to spread things out - and to maybe see if the 'hunger signals' are actually ones of hunger or thirst. ACTIVITIES: It can be hard to keep your kids entertained - and six weeks can feel like an awfully long time. One thing to take advantage of is having an outside space. If you have a garden, you can put bikes or scooters in there, or even a trampoline. It keeps them entertained and also makes sure they're doing some kind of physical activity every day. If you don't have the space for a climbing frame or added activities, why not give the kids a bucket of chalk and get them to draw on the paving slabs? Or another one I did was to give the kids a 'magic solution' I needed painted on the wall (it was just water and washing up liquid) to protect it. They spent a good hour doing that! CLOTHES: One thing I've used from when my daughter, now six, started school is to use clothing drawers for her and my son, who's 10. On a Sunday, I put all of their clothes, underwear, socks etc in the corresponding drawer for the week. Usually it's uniform, but I still use the drawers during the holiday too. It just makes things easier, more organised and less stressful - for all of us. 4 4
Forbes
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Forbes
‘Word Play' Review: Scrabble Meets Balatro In This Bargain Game
Word Play combines Scrabble-like spelling with roguelike elements It's not all that often that word games are bobbing near the top of the Steam charts. Word Play has been hovering near the top of the Popular New Releases since it was launched earlier this month and after a few hours playing the game you can see why it's earned a 92% rating on Steam. Word Play is Scrabble meets Balatro, a game where you score more points for plonking down long words, but with a roguelike element to it. Like Balatro, you have to earn a target score before you can advance to the next round, and there are all kinds of perks and modifiers that can increase the score of the words you play. Also like Balatro, it's disgustingly addictive. Word Play Gameplay At first glance, World Play looks more like another popular word game: Boggle. Your letters are arranged in a four-by-four grid and you're looking for the longest words. Four letters is the minimum, but there are bonus points on offer for five-letter words or longer. The scoring is identical to Scrabble – ten points for the Q and Z, a point each for the vowels and common consonants, and so on. However, the real scoring comes from the perks (similar to Balatro's jokers) that you obtain as you move through the rounds. These add scoring bonuses to the words that you play or apply other power-ups that help you play. For example, you might get a 3x bonus score for the second letter in every word, or a +4 bonus if a word contains an E. Those bonuses can carry over, so the +4 becomes +8 if the next word you play also contains an E, for example. To get through the harder rounds, you're probably going to need to find perks that synergize with one another. For example, there's a perk that refreshes your letters if they don't contain an E, which works very nicely with the perk mentioned previously that cranks up your score for words containing that letter. In addition to the perks, there are upgrades (think Baltatro's tarot cards) that can permanently increase the score of letters in your bag or allow you to switch one letter for another. There are modifiers that vary the rules of the game, such as turning a Q into a Qu to make it easier to play. There are gifts and special tiles that make it easier to score points. Like Balatro, it all sounds quite complicated and finicky when you write it down, but after a few rounds of play you'll quickly get the hang of it. Winning Word Play Some rounds make you play the highlighted letters The aim of the game is to progress through the rounds, accumulating enough points to move on to the next, until you've won the final round. Some rounds have special rules, such as forcing you to play a certain letter or only allowing words that are six letters or longer to make it more challenging. You only get a limited number of 'plays' in each round, and there are only so many tiles in your bag, so you've got to make sure you're scoring heavily each time you play a word in the later rounds, or else you'll bust. It's a clever, cleanly designed game that will run on practically anything – PC, Mac or Steam Deck. The only thing I don't like about it is the irritating music, but that's easily switched off. For less than $10, Word Play is a B-A-R-G-A-I-N (yes, only ten points scored, but you should see my perks).
The Star
4 days ago
- Business
- The Star
MALAYSIA'S NEXT SCRABBLE MOVE
FOR a country to flourish and succeed, it should be able to achieve sustained economic growth. It must move beyond basic production and begin creating more complex, high-value products. This requires not only exploring new areas of growth, but also shifting from a reliance on comparative advantage, as coined by David Ricardo, to building complexity advantage, as advocated by Ricardo Hausmann. However, Malaysia's 'National Beta' – the ability to generate returns utilising our inputs of land, labour, and capital – remains mixed. Our inputs currently deliver moderate, broad-based outcomes, rising living standards, maturing infrastructure, an expanding middle class, but muted returns on capital. Despite our structural strengths, Malaysia must move up the ladder within the global supply chains – from basic production to more complex, high value activities in order to transition to high-income status, where Malaysia must raise its GNI per capita from US$11,670 to at least US$13,935, in line with the World Bank's threshold. Achieving this will require accelerating innovation, enhancing industrial capabilities, and expanding into higher-value segments of the global economy. The Scrabble theory of economic development To understand the nature of this phenomenon, imagine a game of Scrabble. When you form short words like 'cut', 'tin' or 'man' using common letters like the vowels of 'a', 'e', 'i', 'o' and 'u', you get low points. These are the legacy sectors from the Roaring 90s – plantations, basic manufacturing and commodities – that continue to play a role. But to get higher points, one needs to form more complex, higher-value words using 'q', 'x' and 'z', letters harder to manage but yield far more points. This is likened to the emerging sectors: Robotics, semiconductors, advanced manufacturing, among others. Malaysia has been forming the same words with the same old letters. To compete, we must also explore new letters, while also exploiting existing ones. That means investing in new capabilities, new institutions and new return streams, while optimising existing companies. The scarcity of new 'letters' in Malaysia is evident in the inertia of our capital markets. Over the past 15 years, only a third of FBM KLCI constituents have changed, with banks, utilities and plantations still dominating the index. In contrast, the S&P 500 has seen a higher turnover rate, driven by the rise of digital and AI-led businesses. To revitalise Malaysia's capital markets, we need more than just growth, we need a renewal — pipeline of new firms which operate in the sectors of the future. More new firms among top-listed companies, underpinned by a shift toward future-oriented sectors, is no longer optional. It is a transformation we must now deliberately cultivate. The hotel economy: Hosting without rooting Much of Malaysia's constraints comes from the model that brought us here. For decades, we relied on foreign direct investment (FDI) to industrialise. We offered low-cost labour, stable governance and geographic advantage. Multinational corporations (MNCs) 'checked in', setting up assembly plants and service centres. But they leave without planting deep roots. Profits were repatriated, R&D remained offshore and decision-making stayed in headquarters far away. Even after checking into our 'hotel economy', MNCs retained ownership of the capital, know-how and value creation – with profits and returns captured abroad, often appearing in the S&P 500, instead of the KLCI. We became a stopover, not a destination for deep capacity-building. This model exploited what we had: Labour, land, capital; but did not meaningfully grow our national champions and capabilities. We must harness what we have and grow what we don't. Without strategic domestic capacity, FDI can reinforce dependency rather than resilience. Rewiring for resilience: We must simultaneously explore and exploit To move forward, the nation must shift from a system that only exploits what we already have to one that also explores what we have yet to become. Exploitation focuses on improving existing assets, cost optimisation, incremental upgrades, dividend extraction. Exploration requires risk-taking, experimentation and bold bets on the unknown. The key is doing both simultaneously, which is aptly captured by the metaphor of a tree. The tree of ambidexterity: Rooting stability, reaching for renewal A healthy tree has roots that represent the core (70%) of stable sectors and institutions that deliver services, dividends and reliability. The trunk or stump (20%) supports adjacent growth areas that connect the core to future possibilities. The branches (10%) are fragile and risky, but essential for upward growth and renewal. Thriving economies and institutions maintain these ratios, which reflects the thinking of Michael Tushman and Charles O'Reilly – pioneers of the organisational ambidexterity theory on how to exploit existing strengths while exploring new frontiers. At Khazanah, this philosophy guides how capital is allocated, both across exploit and explore activities. At the core 70%, we manage strategic holdings that benefit all Malaysians. Investments in Tenaga Nasional power the nation, airports and airlines connect us to global markets, telecommunications expand digital access and banks deliver financial inclusion and generate stable returns. The adjacent 20% supports firms helping Malaysia move up the value chain. These are the mid-tier companies in the semiconductor ecosystem and regional enablers like UEM Lestra in green energy and Iskandar's infrastructure. In the exploratory 10%, we place bold, long-horizon bets through venture capital (VC), not tied to any one outcome, but open to frontier areas such as Web3 and artificial intelligence. This is where Jelawang Capital comes in. Jelawang Capital: Rooting the future, branching out Launched in October 2024 under Dana Impak, Jelawang Capital is Malaysia's national fund-of-funds to catalyse the next generation of innovators and fund managers. It addresses the early-stage capital gap, aims to strengthen the venture ecosystem and fuel the risk appetite of Malaysia's capital providers. By June 2025, Jelawang moved from blueprint to execution through two anchor programmes: The Emerging Managers Programme (EMP) commits up to 30% of fund size (capped at RM50mil) to local VC fund managers to boost traction and co-investor confidence. While the Regional Managers Initiative (RMI) backs foreign VCs with global reach to attract their portfolio companies into Malaysia and link our startups to international capital. This dual strategy is deliberate – local VCs understand Malaysia's regulatory environment and founder journeys. Foreign VCs bring scale, structure and cross-border access. Both are vital to support the growth of innovative Malaysian companies. This approach helps uplift Malaysia's 'National Beta' by offering startups paths to grow globally to address the muted public market returns and limited dynamism. Jelawang blends local and global capital, roots and branches, into one catalytic platform. It is also a Scrabble strategy in action, combining different letters. No single manager, fund, or country has all the letters. But together – 'x' from Kuala Lumpur, 'q' from Shenzhen, 'm' from Penang, 'z' from San Jose – we can build longer, stronger economic sentences. That's the essence of improving our national collective knowhow — unlocking more productive combinations by pooling diverse capabilities. This is exactly what VC enables. VC-backed entrepreneurs reorganise land, labour, capital and ideas into new engines of growth. They raise Malaysia's 'National Beta': Our capacity to extract more value from what we already have. They create the firms that will drive tomorrow's exports, jobs and resilience. These firms need capital that embraces risk. Through Jelawang, we aim to make that risk-taking possible, so more founders can build boldly and more value stays rooted in Malaysia. Systemic reform: From one tree to a forest However, Khazanah cannot solve this alone. Jelawang Capital is just one spark. A true innovation economy needs the full capital stack to shift. Today, most government-linked investment companies (GLICs) lean heavily on exploitation, harvesting dividends and preserving legacy portfolios to meet their return requirements. We must exploit smarter, not just for dividends, but to boost local ROEs and reinvest for future growth. These exploit roles are necessary, but when they dominate, exploration is crowded out, capital stagnates. Exit paths close. Talent leaves. Competitive jobs for young people dwindle. A national rebalancing of capital If we want a more vibrant and future-ready economy, we must rebalance capital across the nation. Every GLIC, pension fund and allocator should reflect on its own explore-exploit mix. This does not mean abandoning safety. Exploitation activities like investing in mature, stable companies provide the financial returns and institutional resilience needed to support Malaysia's long term national goals of higher productivity, which translate to higher income per capita. Just as important is making room for discovery, investments in VC, tech transfer, growth-stage companies and mission-aligned capital. Conclusion: Writing the next sentence The Malaysia of the future cannot be written with the same letters we've always used. It will require new letters, new entrepreneurs and new institutions. That is what Jelawang Capital aims to ignite, even if we start small – a more innovative, connected and self-sustaining national economy. The question is not whether we can afford to explore. It is this: Can we afford not to?
The Irish Sun
17-07-2025
- Lifestyle
- The Irish Sun
I'm a teacher and there's 7 end-of-year gifts I absolutely HATE – please don't get us flowers for a start
THE school year is coming to a close and parents across the country are scratching their heads over what gift to give their child's teacher. Gifts may seem sweet, but trust me - we don't want a wilting bouquet or another mug saying 'Best Teacher Ever'. 5 I reveal the gifts I can't stand as a primary school teacher Credit: Henna Sharma 5 I love tea - but I've got enough mugs to open a café! Instead, a homemade treat made with love is always appreciated Credit: Henna Sharma I'm a part-time reception class teacher at a primary school in There's no better gift than watching the little ones grow, learn and gain confidence throughout the year. Sometimes parents want to show their appreciation with gifts, which is lovely, but it's the personal touches that mean the most. While I'm grateful for a thoughtful gesture, there are seven end-of-year gifts I secretly can't stand… and yes, more on teacher gifts 1. Flowers - the last-minute easy option They may look and smell lovely, but they're high-maintenance and can be messier than a glitter craft session - especially lilies as they stain! Plus, most bouquets start wilting faster than my patience on a school trip to the farm. 2. Notebooks & Calendars - simply practical My pencil cases are practically bursting with planners and to-do lists! There are only so many notebooks with 'Boss Babe' or 'Stay Positive' I can pretend to love. Most read in Fabulous 3. Stationery - useful but predictable Trust me, I've got more Sharpies than sense. A novelty pencil sharpener or rainbow highlighters seemed handy – until I realised every parent had the same idea. 4. Teddies - cute but no Until I have kids, teddies are just going to collect dust. I'll thank you kindly - but then wonder where to put yet another '#1 Teacher' bear. 5. Chocolate - sweet but safe Our staffroom is already a sugar bomb waiting to explode with endless sweet snacks and post-it notes from teachers saying: "Please take it or it will go in the bin!" Don't add to our collection. Free summer holiday activites You don't need to spend a penny to keep your kids entertained this summer... Museums - Some museums offer free entry to some exhibits, and also host events for kids. Parks - Head to your local park to enjoy the playgrounds, games areas, courts and splash pads. Some even have trails for kids to enjoy. Beach - It doesn't have to be sunny to enjoy the beach, you can go rock pooling, crabbing, make sandcastles, or enjoy a walk along the headland. Library - If the weather is awful, head indoors and borrow books, audiobooks, dvds. Cooking - Have your own mini bake-off, or Come Dine With Me challenge. Playdates - Invite friends over for an afternoon of socialising. Boardgames - Enjoy a little sibling rivalry with rounds of Monopoly or stretch your brain with Scrabble. 6. Mugs - too generic I love tea - but I've got enough mugs to open a café. Ones with quotes are cute, but after the tenth one, they start to lose their charm. 7. Books - to unwind? More like rewind Sweet idea – but unless it's a personal fave or a signed copy, I might not read it. And if it's another What I actually love... I'm not a total gift-grinch. There are some goodies that make me genuinely smile. 1. Handwritten Cards & Letters - guaranteed tear-jerker A heartfelt note from your child (or even you) means the world. It's the kind of thing I tuck away and re-read when I'm questioning my life choices mid-Ofsted inspection. 2. Kids' Drawings - gold star for effort I love a good stickman with wild hair and "Miss Sharma is the best!" scrawled in the child's handwriting. It makes my heart melt. No money can buy a one-of-a-kind piece of art. 3. Homemade Treats - made with love If you (or your little one) can Whether it's 4. Bath Gift Sets & Candles - classic crowd-pleaser Yes, please to anything that smells like Bonus points for personalisation, or if it comes in pretty packaging! 5. I love a leafy pal that lasts longer than a week - as long as it doesn't require a PhD in gardening. Think low maintenance: aloe vera, succulents or a cheeky peace lily. 6. Cute Home Décor - bright and personal A small trinket dish, a funky coaster or even a motivational sign saying "You've Got This" is great for that extra boost of confidence! Little things go a long way. 7. Vouchers - easy yet effective Whether it's Amazon, Costa, or M&S – I'll actually use these. Because nothing says 'I appreciate you' like letting me pick out my own reward and treat myself. So remember - keep it simple, make it thoughtful, and it's not about the money; it's about the message. And if all else fails, say it with wine. 5 It's the personal touches that mean the most Credit: Henna Sharma 5 Cute decor pieces brighten up my space and remind me of the special bond I share with my students Credit: Henna Sharma 5 A child's drawing with their handwriting makes my heart melt Credit: Henna Sharma
