Throw a stone and if it lands on a group of youths, chances are that almost 90% of them would be hooked onto their mobile gadgets. Not just youths, but adults are guilty of this habit as well. How long do our kids spend before their gadgets, surfing through the internet? What content do they come across and consume via online platforms? How much privacy should we allow our kids to possess with regard to their online activities?
Category: Childcare
Parenting tips for the 21st century – what you can do for your primary and secondary schoolers
Do you ever feel concerned that as a parent you are not doing enough for your kids? Do you worry that there is something wrong with your style of parenting?
Teaching kids self-reliance in an age of competition
Yes, we have all heard these words at some point in time. But do you happen to notice that they are becoming increasingly true today? We live in an age powered by technology and convenience. But take a look at the workplace, the sphere of academics, and any other field of relevance.
My child has been posted to a new school – help!
Well, well, well, it’s the last 10 days of the year. School postings for Primary 6 students will be out on 22 December 2020, and there is much anxiety all around. How much do we fear the unknown? Are we ready for new beginnings? With the allotment into secondary schools being released soon, for many…
Does my child need tuition?
It is fast approaching 15 December 2020 – half of December has almost flown by. If you tried to pinpoint where exactly time had gone to, don’t be surprised if you find that you have absolutely no clue! Seeing that the new year is approximately a fortnight away, parents are starting to contemplate what tuition options they have for their child.
How can I help my child succeed in the 21st century?
We are living in a time defined by fast-paced technological advances that have changed the way we live and work. To prepare for this future, your child’s education should equip them with the advanced skills they would need to thrive. This includes additional learning resources that can help your child.
Mixing in some Discipline!
During the school term, what goes through your mind when you are racing against time trying to finish an assignment or any other piece of work at the last minute? Does your mind voice say something like, “Oh, if only I had started studying a bit earlier”?
Time To Applaud For Our Super Moms!
Academic research continues to tell us that mothers spend a great deal more time taking care of the children and the household than fathers. The most recent of these studies, conducted by economists from the Universities of Cambridge and Zurich in the month of April reaffirms this. The average mother is spending 6 hours a day on childcare and home-based schooling activities while the average father is spending only a little more than 4 hours for the same.
Helping Your Kids Cope With Staying at Home!
Childhood is one of the most exciting periods of life and in this kind of tough situation, it is important for them to not lose their chill, and most importantly, child-like spirit. Your kids might be missing their friends, or simply be missing playing outdoors.
Is it time to change your tutor?
Is your child’s tuition centre far off from where you live? Do the schedules with the tutor tire your child out completely after his day at school? All these factors can decrease the utility of being tutored.
