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In an age where children's days are dominated by digital screens and indoor activities, a surprisingly simple practice is quietly revolutionising how kids learn and connect with the world around them. According to recent research highlighted by educator Youki Terada, nature journaling—the practice of observing and sketching the natural world - offers profound benefits that extend far beyond a typical art activity.

OpenAI's ChatGPT Study Mode claims to transform AI from cheat sheet into learning partner by making students work for answers instead of giving instant solutions. But critical questions remain: Can students be trusted to choose the educational path when shortcuts are one click away? We examine the promise, the concerns, and the overlooked issues educators aren't discussing about AI's role in learning.

The UK government's writing framework recognises that learning to write is one of the hardest challenges pupils face at school, but it's vital for success across all subjects, not just English. The framework provides evidence-based guidance for teaching writing from reception through primary school, with implications for secondary education.

New MIT brain research reveals 83% of students can't remember what they wrote with AI help vs only 11% who wrote independently. EEG scans show reduced brain activity when using ChatGPT. But timing matters: students who wrote first, then used AI, showed increased brain activity. The key? Think first, AI later.