by Dr. Shanthi Thomas 1. Does air make shadows? Yes, air does make shadows by refraction if different regions of air have different indices of refraction. The index of refraction of air can change due to heat, pressure and composition differences. So non-uniform air with different indices of refraction can cause shadows, but uniform air…
It’s no secret that people have different levels of intellectual development, and this difference is noticeable already in childhood. But what is the reason? What factors determine the intellectual development of a person? In this article, we look at the key of these factors and deal with the impact they have. Genetic factors This is…
A modern teacher has the advantage of technology to assist in some of the teaching tasks. It is a far cry from days gone by when the blackboard was the primary teaching tool. Tablets, laptops, and PCs have become common features in most classrooms. From a very early age, students learn to use such devices….
Every parent knows that children are seemingly born with an unimaginable amount of energy and “spark”. In their article about creativity prompts, Craft Whack calls them “inherently creative little beasts” and we think that’s an apt description of what they are in their early years. Of course, as parents you want to cultivate this spark…
by Dr. Shanthi Thomas Math Olympiads are prestigious Mathematical contests that aim to stimulate an interest in Maths and improve the mathematical skills of those who participate. Typically, children all over the world who are Math wizards get to participate in at least one Math Olympiad during their school years. What are the ways in…
It may sound like one huge task raising kids to a level of maturity, but meeting a satisfying level of curbing their curiosity is another different deal. Every mode of parenting must involve the willingness and readiness to help children to keep growing and developing mentally and physically. A child will be so curious to…
Since music classes and performing arts studies are dwindling in our school systems, many parents have turned to put their children into private music lessons. Schools don’t seem to recognize the opportunities that music lessons provide children, and as parents, we strive to have well-rounded children and provide them equal exposure to all interests. Music…
Seeing your child graduate from high school is exciting. With diploma in hand, they’re ready to take the next step into young adulthood. And while many have already chosen their preferred university and been accepted, others may still be wondering if going to college is right for them, especially if they have a learning disability…
by Dr. Shanthi Thomas History is full of strange and unbelievable facts that surprise and educate us. Some of these facts are stranger than fiction. 1. Ketchup as medicine! Did you know that ketchup was once sold as medicine? In the 1830s, ketchup was sold as a remedy for indigestion. Only in the late 19th…
Teenage years can be very difficult because adolescence comes with a number of challenges. One of the main challenges of this period of our lives is socialization. Perhaps, the main reason why teenagers love parties so much is that socializing with peers is extremely important for them. Teenagers are in the constant process of discovering…
Kids soak up foreign languages like a sponge. And the earlier you start teaching them a foreign language, the faster they will master it. Early exposure to a foreign language also improves a child’s learning abilities. According to a study, kids from Spanish families who started learning English at the age of 33 weeks could…
What is the relationship between success in life and the ability to write an essay? What is the importance of child writing? How to teach kids to write? How to write an essay worthy of Stanford? Background In 1980, American sociologist Alvin Toffler coined the term Clip Thinking. It means the perception of information in…
