Literacy is defined as a lack of the reading habit. It turns out, many folks that can read, don’t want to read. The lessons that follow help children find a love of reading. Creating readers that want to read is a matter of giving kids choices, Kids need a wide variety of appropriately leveled books […]
If you are a parent or a coach, I believe it is critical that we have a good understanding of why kids play, and why they quit. It is also crucial that we have open lines of communication with our athletes, so we can spot some of the red flags and right the ship before […]
Preschool and kindergarten are a child’s first taste of school, entry points for the years of education that lie ahead. Some children find school a thrilling experience: They wave their hands in the air to answer questions, belt out songs during group sings, and are the first to sit down for snacks. Other children are […]
Seasonal Greetings! By the time you read this newsletter, most, if not all of you, have already been to our school. Maybe we have already met and now you have some idea of our wonderful Bava School community. It is a small, neat family school based on child-oriented care and education. Despite the trying weather […]
We want our children to learn from their mistakes and not repeat them. So the natural thought is to send them to the time out corner or up to their room to think about what they’ve done. Except they don’t. And they’re going to keep doing the same behaviors despite the punishment. So how do […]
As a parent, you want to make sure your child is always safe, happy, and healthy. But there are some things that go beyond your control. In one particular example, you have no control over your child’s dreams. And as much as you wish he doesn’t get a nightmare, this is just something that happens […]
It is the role of the parents to help guide their children to become better individuals when they get older. Even though each child’s circumstance may differ, it all boils down to how good his upbringing was. One of the ways you can teach your child to be a better person is to know how […]
In today’s world, it’s common to find someone sharing a photo of their child on social media. While many of these photos may be cute, it’s not always a guarantee that the other person looking at the photo will think the same way. And with predators on the loose, it’s important that you protect your […]
While your child is young, it’s good that you impart good behavior in him. This includes being respectful of other people (especially older ones), showing courtesy, and even cleaning up after himself. It’s never too early to start teaching your child these things so you can instill good behavior in him. Here are a few […]
Math is one of the subjects that will really stick with your child when he gets older. Sadly, a lot of people dislike math because of the way they were taught. They believe this is a difficult subject that they won’t need when they get out of school. As a parent, it’s important that you […]
