Where would we be without our makan? The importance of food in Singaporean culture is hard to underestimate. But we all know that char kway teow and curry puffs, while delicious, aren’t the healthiest choices for every meal, especially for growing children! What food should they be eating? It can be hard to figure out…
Category: Parenting
Give your Primary School child a HEADSTART to 2019
“The videos are fun and entertaining, and I love that I can learn things faster than my friends!” Isra L, a 9-year old child, quipped with her eyes glued to the screen. The final year examinations are over, and the school holidays have just begun! Unsure of how to keep your kids occupied during these six…
How to Motivate Children to Study Without Forcing Them – Part 1
As a parent, you have a crucial role in your child’s learning. But before you do anything about it, you need to understand why your child is not willing to study. Understand That Every Child Is Different Every child is unique and has a different way of learning. While motivating your child to study, it…
Family is not an important thing, Family is Everything
Michael J. Fox once said, “Family is not an important thing. It’s everything.” At every new juncture of our lives, family takes on a different meaning—from when we were doe-eyed teenagers declaring that we have found the loves of our lives, to grandparents who have seen generations transform before us. Family has different meanings to…
How to Motivate Children to Study Without Forcing Them – Introduction
Admitting your child to the best possible school and ensuring they get all the facilities they need doesn’t end the duty of a parent. Every parent has to ensure that his or her child is actually making use of those facilities! But sometimes, just bringing children up to date with the classes they attend and…
