Due to the pandemic crisis worsening, several circuit breaker measures have been introduced by our Government to ensure that the spread of Covid-19 remains as mild and as contained as possible. With children spending most of their time at home, what can parents do to make effective use of this time?
How to help my child prepare for DSA interviews?
However anxious we are, time cannot stand still, and the Direct School Admission interviews are around the corner. In a time when Covid-19 has instilled fear and uncertainty amongst all of us, some parents are hoping that the DSA interviews will provide a safety net for their Primary 6 children this year.
Celebrating Hari Raya in 2021!
Selamat Hari Raya! It’s time again to welcome one of the most significant days in the Islamic year – Hari Raya Puasa, which teaches us the importance of togetherness and sacrifice in one’s life after a month of fasting.
How can writing by hand make my child smarter?
In this age of technology, there is less need to write anything by hand. With classes being virtual and notes sent online, there is no need for children to write anymore. People now think of writing by hand as some primitive activity, having no intentions to use a pen and paper unless absolutely necessary.
How to cope up with exam stress and learn effectively?
It’s exam time once again, and parents and students are feeling the pressure. Everyone is busy preparing for it. But, students and parents both need to make sure that the preparations go on well and not end up as wasted efforts. For this, ensure that the stress is not getting to you and you’re not distracted by things around you. Also, working hard doesn’t cut it anymore. You have to make sure your child inclines more towards working smart.
New PSLE Scoring system : Selecting the best school for your child
The scoring system has been implemented to follow the MOE’s plans to shift away from an overemphasis on academic results. Students will now have a wide range of choices that might be more suitable for them. The new system puts less stress on students to perform academically well and work for the top percentage. It gives them more time to focus on co-curricular activities and developing their soft skills.
How to help my kids cope during Covid-19?
Covid-19! Now, that’s a pandemic that has definitely outstayed its welcome. A good one and a half years spent in this new and unfamiliar situation, stuck in the country, working from home, putting us in very unfamiliar territory. Many articles and news are going on about how the ongoing Covid pandemic is creating havoc across…
Parents, is your phone usage affecting your child’s studies?
You might be aware of how a child’s smartphone usage might affect their studies and development. “But, how does my phone usage affect my child?” you might ask.
Life lessons to teach your children
“It is easier to build strong children than to repair broken adults.” – F. Douglas.
This quote, hits adults at the heart, but so painfully true isn’t it? It definitely gives every parent some food for thought. Often we see people trying to get rid of their faults and try to change themselves. No parents want their children to end up in that situation. As parents, you want your children to grow up to be successful, kind, and upstanding individuals who make you (and themselves) proud.
How to set routines?
“The secret of your future is hidden in your daily routine.” – Mike Murdock
That’s really true – isn’t it? It’s now Week 5 of Term 2, and we are in the middle of all the chaos. Whether it is preparing for mid-year examinations, or having weighted assessments, the key to excelling in them is to ensure that there is consistency.
