All children are born in this world with certain special gifts, which are unique to them. There is no one ‘smart’ gene; many traits contribute to genius. Brain connections grow throughout one’s life span. Since many factors are involved in shaping … [Read more...]
Born to give – nurture it!
Udai’s 6th birthday was coming up. Just like any other 6-year old, he wanted a party! How could I make this birthday more meaningful? The question I asked Udai whether he would like to make the birthday different by asking his friends to give to … [Read more...]
The rights and wrongs of praise
We love our children – and it’s natural to praise their efforts. The right sort of praise builds self -esteem and the traits of success – but the wrong sort of praise can lead to problems. Praise for Effort It’s tempting to tell your child she is … [Read more...]
Tutors – Are they always the right solution?
We moved back from the UK, when my son was 4 years old. He got into a good school in Delhi and adapted to the move like fish takes to water. Moving back to India brought with it the opportunity of getting spoilt by grandparents, a network of friends … [Read more...]
The importance of reading to your child
As parents, you want only the best for your children. You work hard to provide for their physical needs and to nurture their self-confidence and self-esteem. You seek out the best educational opportunities to give them every possible advantage to … [Read more...]
