No, the snow hasn’t reappeared. But with down to -4 in London last night it was a rather frosty morning. And I can’t resist sharing some of all the lovely Fun in the Snow photos we received from our readers, photos of children enjoying the snowfall we had a few weeks ago. Even though we enjoyed the snow we had we are also very much looking forward to Spring!
Millie age 2
We recently discovered the blog Street Art Utopia, collecting street art from all over the world. Great inspiration and some of it unbelievable cool. We recommend following Street Art Utopia on Facebook for your regular source of inspiration and fun!
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Street Art Utopia is curated by Swedish blogger, Vidar Egnér.
Grand, historical, dynamic, eclectic, buzzing, modern, welcoming and utterly intriguing. After nearly 4 years, living in London with kids, I simply have to admit I absolutely adore this Urban Jungle of creativeness and madness where there’s room for individuals, where everyone mind their own business but still sincerely care.
Yes I’m in love! Of course I do miss the Nordic nature, but hey! No one’s perfect, right?! Happy Valentine!
Some frosty memories from a winter holiday in Norway a few years back. Half term in London and missing the Nordic winter.
Little A is wearing a thermal set from Isbjorn of Sweden underneath her School uniform today. The set is made of SportWool, which is a mix of wool and polyester with a small adding of elastan. The material keeps the child warm when it is cold and effectively transports moist from the skin and out of the garment. So 3 layers today; thermals, school uniform and padded coat. The thermal set is available in red or green in size 86/92, 98/104, 110/116, 122/128 and 134/140 cl. Think Huggle in London might have a few sets still in store.
When arriving at school they all line up before walking in. Today I followed the class to give Little A her lunchbag. I heard lots of giggling as the class had turned the corner and curiously went after to see what was going on. Then realising the teacher pretending it was still snowing by brushing down snow onto the kids when they entered the building. All the kids were laughing with excitement. Wish I was 7 year again and having a teacher like that!
Here’s a few snap shots (iPhone/Instagram) en route to school this am. Happy Frosty Friday -and stay warm!
This morning I attended a World of Work Day at the local primary school in London. The day was attended by a number of working parents and members of the local community with the aim to widen children’s horizons and raise their aspirations as to what career they might follow when they leave school.
I was there as a professional blogger, sharing how it all started and the experiences I’ve had so far, covering everything from the more technological aspect to general chat about social media. I told them to focus on literacy in school and to work hard on improving their storytelling. They all seemed to be quite interested.
It was a real treat to be able to attend and to get to meet some lovely young storytellers and budding professional bloggers!
The majority of Y1 and Y2 knew perfectly well what internet and online meant, already using it for school work. Several of the Y5 and Y6 even had their own blog featuring everything from fashion to video games and they were showing a brilliant understanding of social media and the value of building readership and content in order to become a professional blogger.
I wouldn’t mind going in again, perhaps next time do a workshop with Y5 and Y6 on how to set up and develop a blog. I’ve read that researchers has found that blogging significantly improved the children’s writing abilities, becoming one of the most important literacy skills of the 21st century. Exciting times ahead!
Photos by Monika Elena, source: Molly’s Blog
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The Scandinavian celebration Fastelavn the Sunday before Lent, similar to Fat Tuesday, Shrove Tuesday, Mardi Gras and Carnival, will in 2012 be celebrated on Sunday the 19th of February. We would celebrate by baking Fastelavn Sweet Buns with cream, by having a Carnival and also by decorating our home with Fastelavnsris (originally a Norse tradition). Here is how you can make Fastelavnsris to decorate your home, symbolising the change from winter and hopes for a fruitful spring.
You will need a plain branch collected from the woodland, silk paper, feathers or fabric samples in lots of colours and a vase. Or do it the easy way, save some branches of the poor cherry tree that’s covered in snow out in the garden.
Picture source: vilmelinas liv
And I thought I had left Scandinavia and the arctic winter yesterday only to realise it had arrived in the UK as well while I’ve been gone. The ScandinavianDad and the girls had really enjoyed being outdoors over the weekend, and when driving up the road where we live there were literally a snowman greeting me outside each house house!
Here are a few pictures of Little A yesterday, having fun in the snow dressed properly from top to toe in premium outdoor brand Isbjørn of Sweden. (Isbjørn means polar bear in Swedish). Little A is keeping warm and dry all day wearing the 3 layers:
1. The Kiddie roundneck and pant 2. Rib Sweater and Microfleece pant 3. Padded Winter Parka and Ski Pant
She also has the Knitted Cap “Isbjorn” and the wind and waterproof winter gloves made of recycled soda bottles(!).
School’s open today, but I can’t wait for the girls to come home in the afternoon to enjoy a bit more of fun in the snow!
See our guide on how to dress in layers to keep warm and dry in the snow.
It’s a party! Birthday cake, song and presents, celebration time together with your girls! Happy Birthday, dear ScandinavianDad!
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