Reading is one of the most important skills that students need to learn in order to succeed both in school and in life. However, many students find it difficult to read critically and understand what they are reading.
National Service – A Brief Look
With the recent blog post on university admissions, we must not leave out the next stage of life for the boys! After tertiary education (or in some cases after secondary school), boys (above the ages of 16.5 and under the ages of 40) are made to enrol and fulfil their duties towards the nation. The National Service has been an important part of Singapore’s history since its inception in 1967. The NS aims to instil a sense of national identity and pride, develop self-discipline, and inculcate values such as teamwork, resilience and endurance. Till now it has helped shape generations of young men into responsible and committed citizens. Let us take a brief look into the details.
What does a university education mean?
If anyone thinks that having an education is just about getting a degree or diploma, they could not be further than the truth! Education is not just about that. It’s about developing oneself as an individual, and honing one’s intellect and creativity.
Blessed Good Friday!
Good Friday falls on the 15th of April in the year 2022. For Christians all over the world, the day of Good Friday is one of the holiest but also, a sad day for all Christians all over the world. It is a day of utmost significance and piety. It is vital that everyone understand the significance of this day.
Help, my child doesn’t want to sleep!
In the current technology-driven era, most children prefer staying up late watching movies and playing games on TVs and smartphones rather than heading to bed to take a proper nap. During our childhood days, we too played a lot of games, but most of them were outdoor. It wasn’t just a healthy routine, but it also ensured that we were tired at the end of the day, and made us sleep peacefully and easily at night.
Help! My child seems to be bullying others. What can I do?
Well, kids bully because adults bully. In SIngapore, it was found that more than 1 in 4 of 15 year-old students reported getting bullied. This permissive culture is propagated by avoiding this conversation with the younger generation.
How can I help my child be an independent learner?
When it comes to education, the ultimate aim of parents and teachers is to make children self-sufficient and able to think for themselves. One of the key steps you can take in that direction is to nurture independent learning in children. So, what is independent learning?
Happy April Fools’ Day!
All Fools’ Day or April Fools’ Day falls on the first day of April in most parts of the world. Even though this day has been observed as the day for pranks, its true origins are clearly not known.
How to encourage your child to enjoy their Mother Tongue?
In Singapore and other Asian countries, it is common for people to be bilingual. Children often grow up learning at least two languages – their mother tongue and English. Most use English for communication, and once they step outside their home, the usage of their mother tongue becomes scarce.
How can I teach my child to manage time better?
Time is what life is made up of, it is the one thing we all have in common. The way you utilise the time that is available to you determines where you end up in life.