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  English has become an integral part of our academic and work life and thus introducing children to the language at an early age is crucial. Although there are many ways to improve a child’s English speaking skills, let’s learn how puppetry can help kids learn the language. Puppetry is a way to open windows to a whole new world of imagination and fun for children. It teaches the children through scenes, actions and dialogues while making it more interesting. But how does puppetry help with learning English and improving speaking skills? Attention-grabbing - Puppets are attention-grabbing, especially for children, because of their colourful and creative appearance. Imagine a child seeing a puppet speak and act, that excitement is bound to engage children more. Thus, when something is taught through puppet play, it grabs the attention of children, helping them learn faster. Striking Imagination - A talking person is someone that a child sees every day, but how about a talking pupp...

  As parents, we want to give our children a good start in their journey of education. Especially with the increasing trend of enrolling children in English medium schools, they must learn the language in which they will be studying various subjects for the next 15 years of their academic journey. One of the most effective ways of doing this is by enrolling them in an online English class for kids . Learning English at a young age sets the stage for their future success. Here are a few benefits of learning English: Enhanced Cognitive Development Learning a new language, like English, stimulates brain development. It improves memory, problem-solving skills and critical thinking. Children who learn English early often perform better in other academic areas due to this cognitive boost. Improved Communication Skills As one of the most widely spoken languages in the world, learning English early, helps children communicate effectively and with a larger number of people, broadening their...

  There are several reasons to encourage your child to participate in the Spelling Bee. Spelling Bees are not only fun but they provide valuable educational experience for your child. Let’s look into the benefits: Makes them Proficient in Grammar - Spelling Bees do not merely involve rote learning. The preparation for Spelling Bees is a comprehensive learning process that allows children to learn the definitions, pronunciations and roots of the words. Increases their Confidence - Spelling Bees help children gain the confidence they need to speak in public and accept their mistakes, while also receiving applause for their hard work. Initially, children may feel scared and make many mistakes, but their confidence grows as the competition progresses. Helps them Gain Knowledge - Learning words can get students interested in the language leading them to trace the origin and etymology of words. This can enhance the child’s knowledge base and motivate them to develop a keen interest in...

  From making friends to building confidence in school, there is a lot to learn when starting school. Children learn a lot through play, but in present times reading skills are the main focus when it comes to schools. Read on to find out how you can teach phonics in a fun way to kids in this blog. Begin with Phonemic Awareness - Starting with phonemic awareness means helping kids listen to and play with sounds in words. They learn words that are made with different sounds and use these sounds to create new words. Introduce Alphabets - Introducing the alphabet is the key step in phonics instruction. At this stage, the goal is for your preschooler to recognise and name all the letters in the alphabet, both uppercase and lowercase. Introduce Letter Sounds - This is when kids start learning the letter names and their associated sounds. Since your kids are already aware of phonemes, they can start learning how to identify letter symbols and the beginning of sounds of spoken words. Use...

  All responsible parents aspire to provide the best for their children. They seek to witness their children growing into successful, responsible young adults who can confidently face life’s challenges. Achieving these goals involves instilling good habits early on, with gaining financial literacy being the most crucial skill that young kids should have. Teaching young kids proper money management from an early age empowers them to make wise financial decisions. Begin by introducing them to basic financial concepts such as savings, budgeting, cash flow, etc. Here are 5 steps to instilling financial literacy in kids: Introduce the Concept of Money - Teach your children about the concept of money at an early age, explaining how different denominations work and how money is exchanged for goods and services. Introduce short-term and long-term financial goals to help them plan their finances when the time comes. Short-term goals help in achieving objectives like short trips or buying a...

  Kidpreneurs can have bubbling ideas to start new businesses, but to make the cut it requires real commitment to conduct business the right way. That’s why teaching business ethics is very important. Teaching them honesty, accountability, integrity and a caring attitude helps them become better entrepreneurs. Defining Ethical Business Conduct for Kidpreneurs Here are a few values that kidpreneurs must imbibe to become successful entrepreneurs: Honesty - Truthfulness in their interactions and operations. Fairness - Treating employees, partners, vendors and customers equitably. Integrity - Matching actions with values, doing the right thing without any compromise. Accountability - Admitting mistakes and correcting them. Being transparent about their business practices. Respect - Respecting everyone’s humanity, privacy, intellectual property and right to fair compensation. Compassion - Conducting business kindly. Caring about the well-being of people and the planet. Responsibility - ...

  Learning Grammar can be a perfect adventure for your little one in the universe of words. Here’s a short guide on how teaching “Phonics” can be a joyful experience for you and your child. Practise little and often - Keep it short and simple. Help them practise blending in the morning for 10-15 minutes. Get them ready to write a list - Help your child sound out or have them write their shopping lists, gift lists, grocery lists and thank you cards, providing them with opportunities to practise spelling and handwriting. Phonics Chef - Get your child engaged while cooking or baking. Sprinkle flour on the table and have them practise writing out the letters or words. Spot the tricky word - Tricky words such as ‘the’, ‘was’ and ‘are’, frequently found in Children’s books and writing, are harder to sound out. Day by day, have your child point out tricky words. You can ask them to circle it while reading or writing out stories. Make any game a phonics game - You can play your child’...