As a mother, one of the biggest worries you can have revolves around supporting your children. Of course, every parent's dream is to give their child more than they had growing up. But, in a world where we are more aware than ever regarding getting support when we need it, who should you be … [Read more...]
Play Subtraction Sack – Math Activity for 5 to 7 Year Olds
Your child will be a whiz at subtraction with this simple kinesthetic learning device. The subtraction sack game will help her to memorize basic concepts of subtraction. She'll also be able to self-test and gain a better understanding of how subtraction works by adding and subtracting counters that … [Read more...]
15 Minutes A Day for Math Improvement! Smartick Review
I will begin with sheer honesty - Math isn't one of my strongest skills! Perhaps that is why I take extra efforts to instill math skills in my kids. While I am able to guide my 6 year old effectively, teaching my 12 year old is a whole different issue. No surprise then that I was super happy when I … [Read more...]
50 Creative Journal Writing Prompts for Kids Aged 4 to 8
Writing prompts for kids not only encourage kids to write but also get their creative juices flowing. They are very helpful in igniting children's inherent creativity by forcing them to think about things outside of their comfort zone. Kids' imaginative minds begin to consider various possibilities … [Read more...]
Fun, Everyday Ways to Improve Maths Skills in Kids
When I see my little one naming all the colors of her nesting blocks and say to myself - "Education would be so much more easier if was always this fun!" I don't know how it is going to shape up as they grow, but right now, I do all I can to make it fun for them. I believe the best part about being … [Read more...]
Exam Tips for Students
It's exam time! From Grade 1 to the dreaded (they shouldn't be!) Board Exams, all students are gearing up for an evaluation of their studies. Two of my kids are of school going age and will be appearing for Std 1 and Std 6 exams in a couple of days from now. I am sharing some exam tips for students … [Read more...]