Parents

🧠 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 …

😱 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, …

✍️ 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 …

🚨 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, …

✋ Why hand strength matters long before your child starts writing Long before your child writes their first letter or number, they need one thing: strong hand muscles. Weak fine motor skills are one of the most common reasons children struggle with writing, drawing, colouring, and even using scissors. Yet …