Are you having difficulties with motivating your children? When it’s time for lessons, do kids lose enthusiasm? I have not met yet parents who have not faced this situation. How are parents going through this difficult period? Is it possible to turn homeschooling into collaborative, fruitful work? To answer these questions, let’s look at all…
by Dr. Shanthi Thomas Creativity is one of those soft skills very much in demand in the 21st century modern world. A creative person can solve problems with innovative solutions, think outside the box and think up new ideas to replace outdated ones. It is no wonder that creative people are sought after and treasured…
Many people think that video editing is difficult and not a cup of tea for children and kids. But it is not true at all video editing can be done by kids as well. If children learn the basics of video editing in their childhood, they can become great editors as per their choice in…
by Dr. Shanthi Thomas The English language is notoriously full of words loaned from other languages. English speaking people use these foreign words so freely that they often forget that they are originally from other languages. Read on to see a few of the very commonly used English words that are actually from foreign languages….
TED, a non-profit organization, was founded back in 1984 with the idea of spreading ideas through powerful, short talks (videos of 18 mins or less). These videos are delivered by knowledgeable people who share their stories and talk about things that matter. These stories usually can’t be found in daily classroom books. In the past…
by Dr. Shanthi Thomas Teen age is not an easy time, both for the teenagers as well as their parents. What if this turbulent time is even more complicated by a condition such as ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)? How would parents of a teenager with ADHD help him/her to perform well at school, and…
You have invested in smart toys for the little ones. They provide a fun way to learn while keeping them entertained. Such toys incorporate artificial intelligence, making them interactive. They can learn the user behavior and model appropriate feedback. The benefits of such toys are many. Such include better social skills and help spark the…
Document citation is a good practice because it acknowledges the authors who spend their time to research and write their unique literature. It also helps your readers to confirm your arguments from the source. It is important to know how to correctly cite and use the right format. Children can learn the basics of citation…
Learning online has been a challenge for educators, as well as learners. However, with the COVID-19 pandemic, we have no solution other than to adjust to the new norm of online education. The biggest challenge of online education has been to keep the kids engaged and for them to not lose their attention as well….
Early childhood days are considered to be pretty crucial for every child’s growth and development. Homeschooling and teaching your kids at home can be made interesting for kids so that they enjoy it and learn new things. By implementing the correct techniques you can ensure that they not only enjoy the process but also learn…
by Dr. Shanthi Thomas A euphemism is a polite and inoffensive expression used to replace one that could be considered embarrassing, vulgar, unpleasant or offensive. The English language employs many euphemisms to avoid embarrassment and unpleasantness in communication. Read on to find the most commonly used euphemisms in the English language. 1. Euphemisms for ‘death’…
Foster kids’ creative writing habits with fun contests, software, and games. The more fun they have, the more practice they’ll get and soon you’ll have phenomenal, life-long writers on your hands. Kids enjoy learning, especially if you make it exciting and fun! The practice that doesn’t seem like work at all seems to have great sticking power with children….
