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Ending homework battles over spelling and grammar requires a transition from rote memorisation to story-based learning methods. Traditional drills and repetitive flashcards often lead to cognitive overload and emotional friction between parents and children. This article examines why conventional literacy instruction fails during home study and introduces narrative-driven strategies to …

Does your child seem sad or hide their face when people say well done? Do they give up on their homework before they even start because they think they are not clever enough? Many parents today are worried because their children feel bad about themselves. This is called low self-esteem. …

The class clown is a student who consistently uses humour and disruptive antics to gain attention and entertain their peers. They often employ jokes, pranks, and theatrical behaviours to elicit laughter, sometimes at the expense of classroom decorum. While their intentions are often not malicious, their actions can disrupt the …

An apathetic student is characterised by a lack of interest, motivation, and engagement in learning. This student often appears indifferent to academic tasks, classroom activities, and even their own educational progress. They may exhibit a general sense of listlessness or detachment, showing little enthusiasm for anything related to school. It’s …

Gentle parenting, a philosophy gaining traction, emphasises empathy, understanding, and respect in raising children. However, a common misconception is that it equates to permissive parenting, leading to undisciplined and entitled children. To truly harness the power of gentle parenting, it must be implemented with a focus on fostering discipline, obedience, …