Most preschools introduce foundation literacy and language lessons to young children when they enter playgroup or nursery. To enhance their learning beyond the classroom, you can look into enrichment classes that provide holistic learning in a fun environment to encourage your child to be a lifelong learner. However, if you’re stumped by the assortment of enrichment...
Many parents wonder whether their children are ready to learn to read. Different children grow at different paces, and while not every child will achieve the same milestones at the same time, here are some signs to look out for as you assess if your child is ready to take the next step in word...
In the competitive business world today, one of the key factors that lead to a company’s growth and expansion lies in its drive to pursue innovation. To celebrate this innovative spirit among firms in Singapore, The Straits Times, together with Germany-based global research firm Statista, conducted a study to uncover the fastest growing companies in...
Reading is an essential skill that needs to be cultivated in early childhood to increase cognitive and emotional development. Through reading, not only will a child’s vocabulary be extended, it piques their curiosity too which leads to improved concentration and better ideas. Children also gain vital communication and social skills by understanding the interactions between...
Many kids enter school with an enthusiasm for reading and for listening to stories – but what about writing? It may seem like a daunting task for our young ones to learn to come up with their own storylines and characters. However, just like how a muscle is exercised and becomes stronger, our kids can...
‘Phonics’ is a common parenting buzzword these days. You might have seen the word pop up when you were researching about enrichment classes for your kids. Or maybe you have passed by a banner or a poster advertising teaching of phonics classes for children. But what exactly is phonics? What sort of benefits does it...
Writing is one of the most important skills a child needs not only in school, but in life as well. Some parents in Singapore may think that writing is only applicable to get through the exams, especially in primary school, but many adults still struggle with writing even in the corporate world. In reality, research shows...
Author Kate DiCamillo once said, “Reading should not be presented to children as a chore or duty. It should be offered to them as a precious gift”. This could not have been said any better. What is the difference between reading programmes for kids and a phonics class? Most people invariably link reading to phonics...
Creative writing classes in Singapore are a dime in the dozen at the moment, thanks to the growing emphasis in schools towards creative writing. With so many choices, it can be difficult to pick the best one for your child. Here are some important elements of good creative writing classes in Singapore that you can...
Excelling in creative writing can be a challenging task – after all, it is not something you can study for and grades can be very subjective. As schools introduce more creative writing into the curriculum, it is only natural that parents start drilling their children to help improve their writing. However, the usual methods of...
