Homework and studying serve an important purpose. Parents should take an active role by supporting and encouraging their children. We have collated eleven easy ways to help your child study at home for better academic outcomes. #1. Think positively Having the correct mindset can have a significant effect on the study outcomes of children. Here […]
There is a high increase in the use of the internet, especially with children. The number of children using tablets, phones, computers and other electronic devices is constantly rising, which is why parents need to stay ahead and be aware of safety issues. According to Child Wise (2016), a market research firm, “children aged 5 […]
It seems that children can’t resist watching TV. Whenever there is some children movie or cartoon, they are hypnotized. There is nothing wrong with watching TV, but doing this for a long period of time on a daily basis can have negative effects on the health and development of our children. Now that children have access […]
Talent discovery – finding the sweet spot of children – has become a major and widely discussed topic online and beyond. The gospel of “what does my child do best?” has become increasingly important. Popular questions and topics around talent discovery include: What does my child do easily and naturally well? What can my child […]
The child-parent relationship is one that sets the foundation for identity and character formation in any given individual. To say the least, it is one of the most powerful bonds that can exist between two people. The right words and actions can go a long way to inspire self-confidence, positive behavioural patterns and acceptable social […]
Parents provide children with their first learning experiences, starting with eating, sitting, walking, colouring at kindergarten, writing and reading at school etc. Since parents help their kids in establishing their basic developmental milestones in life they can also help them do well at school. Therefore reinforcing a strong parent-teacher partnership would be an indisputable strategy […]
It is always a stressful process for parents when it comes to choosing a secondary school for their children. By the time students are in Year 6, also referred to as Primary 6, most parents are usually agitated about the choice of secondary school. Often times, they are quick in making irrational decisions without considering […]
Health Education in Nigerian schools should be given priority. This is because it helps school students learn skills they will use to make healthy choices throughout their lifetime. How Important is Health Education in Nigerian Schools? The following facts highlight the importance of health education in Nigerian schools: A lot of health challenges that […]
It is not always a straightforward process deciding the right education path for your child, and for many parents, there are few decisions more significant than whether to choose a day or a boarding school. There are several reasons for selecting either day or boarding school. Most times, parents opt for boarding school because of […]
Montessori education is an educational approach developed by Italian physician and educator Maria Montessori based on her extensive research with “phrenasthenic” or “special needs” children and characterized by an emphasis on independence, freedom within limits, and respect for a child’s natural psychological, physical, and social development. Although a range of practices exists under the name “Montessori,” the Association Montessori Internationale (AMI) […]
