Homeschooling can be tricky. On some days, you feel like you’re finally making progress with math lessons; on other days, it feels like you’re trying to herd a litter of hissing cats to the vet. The truth is you’re not alone. Even the most seasoned homeschoolers have their off days too. However, we’ve compiled some…
In the world we live in today, you don’t need to first reach a physical classroom to learn a subject or a new skill. Learning can happen anywhere and at any time. With the advent of learning apps, there is a huge evolution in the education landscape. Generally, learning is becoming more innovative and meaningful!…
Are you a parent struggling to improve your relationship with your children? There is no doubt that it is hard to be a perfect parent. Being a parent is among one of the most challenging roles. Despite being careful and responsible, parents can make mistakes sometimes. Here are some of the parenting mistakes that often…
by Dr. Shanthi Thomas Amy Chua, a Yale Law Professor and the daughter of Chinese immigrants, in her 2011 memoir Battle cry of the tiger mother, did indeed unleash a tiger among the thinking parents of the world. It got them into thinking whether they were also tiger mothers or fathers or someone far less…
A dooring accident will occur when a vehicle’s occupant opens the door of their car carelessly. Failure to see if anyone is heading towards their car may inadvertently cause a cyclist or pedestrian to collide with their door and tumble. Cyclists are vulnerable to dooring incidents, but motorcyclists may be even more at risk in…
Having a pet or pets can help to develop a child’s empathy. We can use the emotions of the dog or cat to help children learn about the feelings of other living beings. For example, when you have a new puppy, he can’t go everywhere with you initially and starts to whimper when you go…
While learning in school, kids usually dream of becoming a doctor, engineer, artist, scientist, lawyer, or anything else. But their interests, passions, and career choices change when they get older and move to a higher class. However, some students are capable enough to choose a career on their own, but some students need guidance from…
Potty training is one of the most important milestones in one’s life. Yes, while you – the parent – will no longer have to change dirty diapers, teaching your child how to pee and poo in the toilet is imperative for their growth. But how can you ensure that you’re doing potty training the right…
It is hard to find parents who are not worried about their toddler’s eating habits. It’s natural for parents to worry when their child does not eat anything at all, as the absence of nutrients can hamper their physical and mental development. Furthermore, the age of 1 to 3 years is the time when toddlers…
Carry pants that are easy to clean, comfortable, and light. Neutral can blend with any outfit; you will not need to worry about matching them to the rest of the outfits. Pyjamas play a vital role by protecting you from insect bites, like bed bugs, mites. Introduction No matter the destination you are headed to,…
Cartoons are a huge part of any child’s life. They provide an escape from reality and introduce kids to new worlds and characters. While there are many new cartoons on the air today, there is a resurgence of old cartoons that are gaining popularity with kids. Here are 5 old cartoons that are having a…
by Dr. Shanthi Thomas Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder or ADHD as it is commonly referred to, is an illness characterized by inability to focus, hyperactivity and impulsiveness. Most of us would have encountered some children who exhibit any or all of these symptoms. But do we know what happens inside the brain of a child…
