he needs a good smack.

hugs

2. Rule #37 of teaching: Homework is meant to reinforce what was learned in the classroom. If Boo already understands the classwork, then extra homework isn’t going to help him understand it any better.

3. You’re absolutely right about the most important aspect of primary school education. I see kids every day who love to learn, and I see kids every day who hate it. The ones who love it see school as an opportunity to learn and explore. Encouraging them to learn and explore on their own is good; forcing them to do more work than necessary only leads to resentment and boredom.

4. You’re absolutely right that DH is only trying to put on a show and pretend to be involved. Make sure you document this and can cite the exact date when he first took an interest in his ELEVEN YEAR OLD son’s education. A judge might find that bit of information interesting.

5. I wish the court system paid more attention to the feelings of the child in cases like yours. All too often, children are forced to spend time with a bad parent simply because the parent has “rights”. Bullshit. If a child feels that strongly about not spending the night at his father’s house, there is obviously a reason for it. The court should acknowledge that, and recognize that forcing him to spend time there isn’t going to fix anything.

6. Your photos are stunning. Every one you’ve posted here captures the pure essence of childhood in every way. I wish I could hire you to come here and photograph my girls.