Confidence is an essential ingredient for success and that we as parents are responsible to see to it that our kids do gain confidence in their abilities. So, some of our Primary Six kids have gotten back their Preliminary exam results. Yes, they may not have performed as well as hoped, hence, it’s time to help them create the self-belief in themselves again.
Category: Parenting
Let our kids be kids!
How many bedtime stories you have told your kids? Alright, we’ll be a bit more lenient. How many of our kids are even familiar with such a concept?
How can we teach our kids to think intelligently?
Good questions can emanate only when you have a vibrant mind. The best way to attain such a state of mind is to inculcate the habit of reading. Reading is to the mind what a whetstone is to a sword.
Let’s Practice some Screen Control!
Growing up, our kids are going to inherit a digital world. Digital screens are already invading their lives. We cannot deny their utility. But these screens have the potential to do more harm than good, especially in the case of kids.
Are Your Kids Sleeping Enough?
Make sure that your kid sleeps in a room where she is not disturbed by noise. Another thing to take care of is the lighting. A dark room is best for sleep.
Getting Over the Back-to-School Blues!
Almost all kids have dreams about their future, about the professions that they would like to take up once they grow up. Speak to them about how they need to perform well in school to make their dreams come true. Fill all that in with a bit of motivation.
Happy Father’s Day!
A father is one of the most important people in anyone’s life. You just have to keep this in mind while dealing with your kids. Don’t forget the roles that you need to fulfil. Try to put in some extra hours with your kids. For the better development of our children, may all daddies strive to nurture better relationships with our kids.
Let’s Get the Most Out of the PTM!
It is important to go to these meetings with an open mindset. Do not be too defensive about your kid or turn a deaf ear to the criticism that may be voiced by the teachers. Remember that your parental love may at times make you blind to the shortcomings of your kid. Going beyond the recent examinations or the academic outcomes don’t forget to discuss your child’s behaviour and social skills as well.
Exam Smart Tip #8 – Taking Stress out of Tests
Stress is something that emerges as a constant companion to tests. It can wreak havoc on your preparation. The question on the anxious lips of many parents is, “how do we beat the stress?” This is not a new question. Well ever since we defined what stress was, we humans have always put our hearts and souls into finding means to handle it effectively.
Exam Smart Tip #7 – How to Avoid a Meltdown?
It’s not just the students who are affected by the examinations. Parents are affected in no small measure. At times you may be prone to losing it. Your kid may not be following the plan that you both had charted out.
