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Social Emotional Learning (SEL) & Why It Matters for Students

Posted on April by Admin

Today's schools are increasingly multicultural and multilingual with students from diverse social and economic backgrounds. Educators serve students with different motivations for engaging in learning, behaving positively and performing academically. Social and emotional learning (SEL) provides a foundation for safe and positive learning, and enhances students' ability to succeed in school, careers, and life.

5 Qualities to Look for in a Good Preschool or Nurser

Posted on March by Admin

It’s that time, when you need to make that next big decision – that of finding the right nursery or playschool for your little one to commence his or her academic journey. It’s never too early to start preparing for your child’s early childhood education, because studies have shown that those kids who engage in preschool perform better over time than those who do not. Enrolling your child in preschool is important — and it’s even more important to choose the right school.

Useful tips that help your child to cope with bullies

Posted on March by Admin

All of us have been victims of bullies at some point of time in our lives. And we need to accept the fact that someday, our kids are going to be subjected to bullying as well. A bully can turn something like going to the bus stop or recess into a nightmare, even impacting Kids’ mental health. And in extreme situations, it can involve violent threats or someone getting seriously hurt. Fortunately, timely intervention by parents, family, trusted friends and teachers can go a long way in helping kids deal with bullies.

It's Happening: What to do When Your Child Throws a Tantrum in Public

Posted on Feb by Admin

Imagine you’re travelling by flight with your toddler when suddenly in mid-air he begins to throw a tantrum. He screams, he cries, he shouts and everyone’s staring at you, snickering and pointing fingers while you’re dying of humiliation inside.

Helping Young Children Develop Strong Writing Skills

Posted on Dec by Admin

Why is writing important? Right from sending a message on your phones to drafting a college thesis, writing plays a vital role in our day to day communication. If writing skills are developed at an early age, children will feel less intimidated by the process of writing. Get a head start by helping your kids develop writing skills in kindergarten with interesting activities. Here are our recommendations!

It's Mine! - How To Teach Kids About Sharing

Posted on Dec by Admin

Why is it important for children to learn to share? So that they can learn to cooperate, understand teamwork, compromise and make friends. After all, sharing is caring, and it can be instrumental in helping toddlers and preschoolers get along with each other.

Role of a Teacher in Early Childhood Education

Posted on Nov by Admin

Contrary to what people might think, teaching preschool children is a very challenging job. Early childhood educators hold the responsibility to mould impressionable toddlers and influence their physical, intellectual and emotional growth positively. Teachers therefore, play a pivotal role in the development of children.

Benefits of developing kids’ communication skills online

Posted on July by Admin

Introducing children to languages at an early age is crucial to their development. They can absorb information at an incredible pace which is why it’s all the more important for them to learn to communicate and read early on. Reading, in particular, is known to improve children’s cognitive, creative and social skills to help them gain a deeper understanding of the world around them.

Focus on Kids’ Mental Health During COVID

Posted on May by Admin

While it’s important to ensure that learning doesn’t take a backseat during the pandemic, what you need to focus on, as parents, is your kids’ mental health. Are you wondering how is COVID affecting children’s mental health? Lockdown and social distancing are taking a toll on kids as they experience the impact of lack of outdoor group activities, isolation from friends and restricted movement. This is, therefore, a very crucial time for parents to help their children form a strong foundation for good mental health to enable them to deal with their emotions. Here are a few things that can help alleviate the impact of COVID-19 on children.