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Joyanne James-Soyer

Joyanne James-Soyer is an accomplished author and editor with over 25 years of experience in the publishing and education sectors. She manages digital content specialising in Caribbean culture, regional history and education for Sweet TnT Magazine and Study Zone Institute. Her portfolio includes the Study Zone Big Kid Books series, the Improve Spelling and Reading Skills collection, and she is a co-author and editor of Sweet TnT Short Stories and Sweet TnT 100 West Indian Recipes. Holding a Bachelor of Arts Degree in English Language and Literature with Education and being a dedicated mother and educator, James-Soyer specialises in documenting the biodiversity and cultural heritage of Trinidad and Tobago for a global audience, and supporting students, parents, and teachers globally.

Why you must delay screen time learning: Toddlers + crayons = smarter kids

Why you must delay screen time learning and grab the crayons instead.

🧠 The brain-building power of crayons for toddlers In today’s digital world, toddlers can navigate a touchscreen before they can talk in full sentences. But while this might look impressive, here’s what many parents don’t realise: Giving your toddler a crayon is far more powerful for their brain than giving …

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How to decode worded transactions using ALICE accounts: A beginner’s guide to debits and credits

This beginner-friendly guide helps you decode worded accounting scenarios using ALICE: Assets, liabilities, income, capital, expenses.

Decoding worded transactions involves identifying which accounts are affected within the ALICE framework and applying the rules of debits and credits to record the movement of value. This beginner’s guide provides a comprehensive breakdown of the ALICE acronym, Assets, Liabilities, Income, Capital, and Expenses, to help students translate everyday business …

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Why early learning gaps grow and how to close them

Understand the truth about early learning gaps and how daily hands-on activities can build a strong foundation at home.

😱 What are early learning gaps — and why should you worry? The first few years of a child’s life are critical. It’s when their brain is most open to learning language, numbers, motor skills, and social-emotional cues. But here’s the scary truth: By the time some children reach kindergarten, …

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Can’t write, can’t read: The overlooked link between handwriting and literacy

Discover the hidden link between handwriting and literacy. Download free worksheets to improve writing and boost reading skills today.

✍️ Handwriting isn’t just about neatness — it’s about reading too If your child struggles with writing, there’s a good chance they’re also struggling to read. While most people separate these two skills, research — and classroom experience — tells us they are tightly connected. In fact, problems with handwriting …

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Your child still doesn’t know their letters? start these free worksheets tonight

Learn alphabet. Colour ABC. Use these worksheets if your child doesn’t know their letters.

🚨 Warning sign: Your child doesn’t know their letters yet? If your child still doesn’t know their letters by age 4 or 5, it’s time to take action — tonight. Knowing the alphabet is the foundation of reading, writing, and overall academic success. When kids fall behind in letter recognition, …

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