See the Light, Not the Glare

The myriad of records that Singapore has amassed over the years has certainly made our tiny red dot stand tall…

School Maturity vs. School Readiness

Sometimes, we may confuse a child’s level of school maturity with his/her readiness for school learning. No doubt these two…

Some FAQs related to Myopia

1. What is myopia? Myopia is commonly known as “short-sightedness”. A person with myopia is able to see close objects…

Getting Ready for Primary 1

Entering Primary 1 is a very exciting time for a child and the parents but it is also a time…

Does Reading = Comprehension?

In a boxing match, there are lightweight and heavyweight categories. Likewise, in the English exam paper, the section called ‘Reading…

EYE ON CHILD MYOPIA

Remember this typical olden-day stereotype of bookish kids who wore thick glasses being ridiculed by street urchins who thought it…

What’s the Problem in Problem sums?

I’ve heard so many parents complain about the difficulties their child face when doing problem sums, and that practicing on…

Mastering Heuristics Series: Unit Transfer Method In Solving Challenging Upper Primary Mathematical Problems

Upcoming Parents Workshop at mathsHeuristics™ 30th May 2010 Sunday, 2 pm to 5 pm $200 nett, inclusive of a complimentary…

Sparking Excitement in Learning

  Gear Up for the June Hols! Spark has lots in store for your child during the upcoming mid-term break.…

Excelling at PSLE and in Life

When progressive parent Monica Lim searched for an enrichment school for her son Christian, she was looking for one that…