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Nigerian parenting style
The Nigerian parenting style and its influence on the child

Does parenting style influence a child significantly? What’s the “Nigerian parenting” style and how does it affect children, especially their academic work? A Brief Introduction to Parenting Style Parenting style can be described as all strategies (behaviours, attitudes and values) parents use to interact with their children and influence their physical, emotional, social and intellectual […]

How to Prevent Cyberbullying
How to Prevent Cyberbullying in the Age of Social Media

In a time when smartphones and social media have become major tools for oppression, internet safety is a top priority for every parent or guardian as every child is at risk. Therefore, it’s understandable why many parents are asking the question “how do I know if my child is being cyberbullied and what can I […]

5 Challenges of Vocational Education in Nigeria and the Way Forward

“I want my child to attend a school that will make him or her educationally sound.” “I want my child to attend a school that will help him or her achieve high test scores in aptitude exam.’’ “I want my child to attend a school that will help him or her gain admission into Ivy […]

Foods for Brain Development
10 Foods for Brain Development You Should Serve to Your Children

You are likely aware that at the tender age, children’s brains are in the early stages of development. But are you aware that the foods given to children affect their brain development? Therefore, in order to ensure that your children fully develop their brain and be ready for the vigour and rigour of life, it […]

6 Myths About Greatness That Have Been Debunked

Without wasting your time, below are the misconceptions about being great. 1. Greatness is due to good fortune When opportunity meets preparation the offspring is usually called good fortune or luck. Greatness does not depend on the luck factor. Life is governed by the laws of cause and effect. The seeds that we plant determine […]

potty
The Ultimate Potty Training Guide

Potty-training, according to Johns Hopkins Medicine, is teaching a child to recognize his or her body signals for urinating, having a bowel movement and using a potty-chair or toilet correctly and at the appropriate times. The timing and the process involved in potty-training is different for every child. There is no right age, but the […]

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9 Essential Life Skills to Teach Your Children Before Age 10

Are you teaching your children to be independent? What are the life skills for kids that parents need to teach their children? These are the questions we will be answering in this article; the aim is to enlighten you, as a parent, on the essential skills to teach your children before age 10.  Read the […]

Recipe for Homemade Oatmeal Bars

In the bid to promote eating healthy yet yummy meals, here is a quick fix recipe. What you will need to prepare your homemade oatmeal bars: 3 small bananas or 1 large banana 1 (raw) egg 3 tablespoons of skimmed powder milk ½ cup whole grain rolled oats ½ cup of water 1 handful of […]

9 Good Reasons Your Child Should Attend a Montessori School

Back in 2016 Prince George, the son of Prince William and the Duchess of Cambridge, was enrolled in Westacre Montessori School in Norfolk. His proud mum photographed him and posted the picture on Instagram. Any wonder why the royal family selected a Montessori school for their kid? Obviously, they want the best for their kids. […]

Parenting
4 Parenting Styles: Which one is the best for your child?

Have you noticed that the vast majority of people inherit their ideas, interests, and abilities from their parents? Of course, there are situations when children don’t like the personalities of their parents, and they are trying to be completely different. But, on this quest to be different, they are always taking their parents as role […]