No child is totally perfect. They have good days and bad days. Don’t we all? There is a joy in growing, learning from those bad days and revelling in the good ones. That is life! We moved back from the UK, and my older son took to his … [Read more...]
How to promote good dinnertime conversation?
An important part of language arts is the ability to speak and listen. Not enough instructional time is devoted to the art of conversation. For many students (and adults too) these are skills that need to be practiced. There are many different ways … [Read more...]
The Lost Art for Letter Writing
When was the last time you received a hand-written letter in the mail? In this age of email and texting, letter writing is fast becoming a lost form of communication. I, personally, am not ready to say goodbye. So I urge you to keep this worthwhile … [Read more...]
Safety Measures For Children
Recent instances of gross violations of child rights have shocked the nation and raised questions of safety of our children in homes, schools and public places. Parents are shaken up by the enormity of the crime and the sickening frequency with which … [Read more...]
Social Networking sites- a boon or a menace for kids?
We are living in the 21st century and today’s child is far more intelligent, aware, more well-travelled [I am talking of city kids]. Social media sites, especially Facebook, have become an important part of our lives. Whatever one may say the … [Read more...]
