As any parent of a preschooler knows, there are moments when a child gets bored and everything you suggest is met with a resounding "no," or they want to draw with crayons—but only if Mom or Dad is right there. It can feel like "independent play" is a parenting myth, but that’s not true! ........

“Time and tide wait for none” sensitizes all of us about the importance of time. We all have such busy lives, and there is always more to be done, and not enough time to do it. Does this sound familiar? Let’s take a step back to examine why punctuality ........

More than just a chance to have fun, play is serious business when it comes to a child's health and development. From peek-a-boo to pat-a-cake and hide-and-seek to hopscotch, the many forms of play enrich a child's brain......

Lifelong learner is a term to describe someone who desires to be a forever, student. They’re always exploring, thinking, creating, wondering, discovering, questioning – maybe about a particular subject or generally. Every parent would like their child to learn, but I wondered: what’s the value of being a lifelong learner? ......

Family routines set out how families organise themselves to get things done, spend time together and have fun. Routines help family members know who should do what, when, in what order and how often.........

For children to be successful at school, they need to learn how to concentrate and focus. That ability starts to develop during their earliest years when their brains are more sensitive to the environments ......

The first few weeks of a child settling into a preschool setting is a time of crucial importance to their later happiness in the setting. All children are individuals and while some children will adjust fairly......

In today’s accelerated world, art has become more important than ever before. It is widely recognized that a child’s education plays a crucial role in shaping their........

Celebrating milestones in early childhood is a wonderful way to acknowledge and support a child's development. These milestones represent important achievements and growth stages in ......

Yes, is a controversial topic. While some parents are of the belief that young children don’t need technology, it can actually play a positive role in a child’s learning and development......

Gerard Puccio, chair, International Center for Studies in Creativity defines Creativity as “the ability to see new opportunities, to produce original ideas, to flexibly adapt to changing situations, and apply one’s imagination......

When it comes to children we want to give them the best possible start in life. Teaching them how to think outside the box in school and life will be a valuable tool you can impart.......

It is a well-known fact that regularly reading to your young child can enhance your relationship with them. Spending time with your child is one of the most significant ways to positively influence their development......

It is a well-known fact that regularly reading to your young child can enhance your relationship with them. Spending time with your child is one of the most significant ways to positively influence their development......

Children do well when they have parenting that’s nurturing, warm, sensitive, responsive and flexible. .....

The holidays can be a fun time to spend with your child and maybe even let your inner child loose. However, it can also be a difficult period for children, as boredom.....

We often talk about peer pressure among youth. But no one talks about pressure among parents. Being a parent is not easy and social media has made parenting far more challenging. .....

Today it is a growing trend among parents to be in a highly coveted competition to win the trophy of a good parent.The definition of ‘a good parent’ .....

Positive two-way communication is essential to building your child’s self-esteem. While children thrive with words of encouragement and praise.....

When children play alone, they're learning many valuable lessons which they carry with them throughout their lives. Solo playtime helps your child.....

Work-life balance is the relationship between your work and the other important things in your life, like your family, sport and social life, household chores, volunteer...

A recent study undertaken by Niti Aayog highlighted that students of Grade V were unable to read Grade II level text in several government schools. A clear sign that our education system needs restructuring and remodeling and the change must begin at the...

The digital world is growing and changing very fast. With tech companies releasing products so rapidly, there is little time for anyone to stop and think of issues that might arise with their use. Too often when we purchase a new digital technology, we only look at all the bells...

Literacy begins at birth and builds on relationships and experiences that occur during infancy and early childhood. Introducing a child to books at an early age contributes to a later interest in reading. It takes intentional planning to provide meaningful early learning experiences...

It is almost impossible to overstate the benefits of reading. Whether it is increasing your pre-schooler’s knowledge...

We all instinctively know from birth that food is essential to our own survival. Studies show that a nutritious diet will make your child healthier and better able to learn. Children can be picky eaters. For many parents, picturing a toddler stubbornly throwing a piece of broccoli to the floor...

Every mother works. No option here! The only thing that varies is whether you work at home or in an office, whether you get paid or not. A lot of women in positions of relative power have highlighted multiple perspectives on being a working mother. “Living your choices...

As children move from preschool to primary school, things do get more formal, more structured, and more demanding. Most children are easily able to navigate the changes but for some it can be quite daunting. A ‘successful transition’ enables children to adapt...

The opening day of school for the first timers or for children returning to a new classroom in the ‘old’ school can be an anxious experience both for them, and their parents. Some children look forward to the first day of school with excitement however quite a few of them...

Screen time is an inescapable reality of modern childhood, with children of every age spending hours in front of iPads, smartphones and televisions even as young and 2 years old...

For young parents, the idea of setting limits for their pre-schooler is often challenging. Doctors and child psychologists say that a child understands the world better when rules and discipline are reinforced...

As a parent, you are the major provider of your child’s education from birth through adolescence. You guide the development of her character and mental health and help form the foundation from which she’ll develop lifelong...

With an increasing rate of news related to sexual abuse and harassment cases being commonly aired on social media, voiced by family members and family friends, and showcased on headliners of today...