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There are bound to be days when your child feels a lack of motivation for something they used to love to do. For example, they may look like they are losing interest in sports, or begin to engage less and less in their favourite craft activities.
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STEAM takes the idea from STEM education and takes it to the next level, combining the foundations of this approach with an added discipline: art. It is thought that these subjects, taught by engaging students in hands-on, interdisciplinary learning, will provide students a more comprehensive understanding of the most vital skills and disciplines that the world’s workforce needs today and in the near future.
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While most people think of February as the month of love, some places celebrate it as friendship month. And what better way is there to celebrate friendship than by making some heartfelt gifts for your best friends? Working on creative crafts is beneficial to young children at the PYP level. Not only does it engage kids and nurture their creativity, it also improves their fine motor skills and builds confidence.
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It might be Phase 3 in Singapore, but huge gatherings are still out of the question. In the past years, the Lunar New Year may bode wonderful times of house-visiting and soaking in the atmosphere at Chinatown. However, this year, many are turning to digital alternatives to stay in touch and take part in the festivities!
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There is a common belief that learning an additional language is best done earlier. But does that mean learning a new language in high school or beyond is futile? Definitely not! There are still plenty of benefits to picking up a new language a little later in life. Not only does it benefit you when travelling, but it is also a great advantage for one’s cognitive skills or academic and career opportunities.
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Raising a child can sometimes be overwhelming. Parents and caregivers need to pay attention to the child’s physical growth and also academic growth to ensure they grow up healthy and smart. From linguistic development to higher-order thinking skills like problem-solving – there’s just so much to keep track of. Continue reading “A Handy Guide To Goal Setting For Your Child In Kindergarten”
It’s the December break again, and time to get into the festivities! However, the learning doesn’t stop here, even as IB schools close for the year end. In fact, the best learning doesn’t feel like learning! Continue reading “Learning Through Play During This IB School Holidays”
From developing physical fitness, coordination, and even teamwork, we all know how sports can be a very beneficial activity for children to participate in. Sports have also been found to be an effective mood-enhancer, with positive effects on one’s mental and emotional health. Continue reading “Can Sports Help To Nurture Creativity In IB Schools?”
Mathematical concepts are all around us, and they don’t all involve complicated concepts. Simple activities like counting and observing sizes can be easily done around the home to pique your child’s interest and confidence in numbers! As math is the foundation to much more difficult science concepts children will learn later on, getting the fundamentals down pat is crucial.
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The natural curiosity of children leads them to enjoy exploring and discovering new things every day. Letting them experience a wide range of activities that engage all their senses is a great way to feed their curious little minds!
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