🚂 Ed Express [064]

Good morning, fellow home educators! It's Ed, and I'm excited to deliver your daily dose of home-ed inspiration. Get your coffee ready and let's get started!

MOTIVATIONAL QUOTE

MATHS
Money Matters! 💷🧮

Let's sharpen our financial skills and tackle these real-world money problems!

1. You buy a book for £7.99 and a pen for £1.50. How much do you spend in total?

2. You have £20 and want to buy 3 chocolate bars that cost £0.85 each. Do you have enough money?

3. A shirt is on sale for 20% off its original price of £35. What is the sale price?

4. You earn £5.50 per hour babysitting. If you babysit for 4 hours, how much will you earn?

5. A pack of 6 pencils costs £1.80. How much does each pencil cost?

Bonus Challenges:

• Create a budget for a week's worth of groceries for your family.

• Research different ways to save money and set financial goals.

• Learn about different currencies used around the world.

Share your money mastery on social media using #EdExpress! 💰

FOOD & NUTRITION
Breakfast Bonanza! 🍳🥞🥣

Let's kick-start our day with a healthy and delicious breakfast!

Today's Mission:

• Research and choose a breakfast recipe that includes a variety of food groups (fruits, vegetables, grains, protein, dairy).

• Prepare the breakfast with the help of an adult, following the recipe instructions.

• Enjoy your nutritious breakfast and discuss with your family the importance of starting the day with a balanced meal.

Some breakfast ideas:

• Omelette with vegetables and cheese

• Whole-wheat toast with avocado and smoked salmon

• Fruit salad with yoghurt and granola

• Smoothie made with fruits, vegetables, and protein powder

• Overnight oats with berries and nuts

Bonus Challenges:

• Create your own breakfast recipe using ingredients from different food groups.

• Decorate your breakfast plate to make it look even more appealing.

• Research the nutritional value of different breakfast foods.

• Share your breakfast creations on social media using #EdExpress!

This activity promotes healthy eating habits, cooking skills, and an understanding of nutrition. It's a great way to start your day with energy and focus!

JOKE
A giggle a day keeps the learning blues away!

Q: What do you call a lazy kangaroo?

A: A pouch potato!

Ed - Your UK Home Education Companion

Keep exploring, keep learning, and keep having fun!

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