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Screen-Free Play Ideas That Spark Imagination
Last week, my daughter and I had one of those long evenings. She was scrolling through cartoons. I was scrolling through guilt. I said, “That’s it,...
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Play vs. Worksheets: What Really Builds Brainpower?
In Indian households and classrooms, the debate between the value of play and the utility of worksheets in early childhood education is ongoing. In the last...
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Milestones vs Individual Growth: Understanding Your Child’s Pace
In most Indian homes and schools, parents are often anxious about whether their child is “on track” with their developmental milestones, such as walking, talking, reading,...
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Immersive Learning: Taking Children Beyond Books
My daughter came home from school one day and said, “Amma, I touched a star today.” I laughed. But then she explained. The teacher had switched...
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How to Start a Profitable Low-Investment Business in India: A Step-by-Step Guide
It is the post-COVID era, and India’s entrepreneurial landscape is undergoing significant evolution. For the first time, a growing number of individuals are seeking to start...
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How Everyday Objects Can Become Learning Tools
When my daughter was four, she made a “kitchen” out of some boxes, bottle caps, and spoons. She mixed water and turmeric and told me it...
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How Children Learn Best: Curiosity Over Rote Learning
In India’s educational landscape, rote memorisation has long been the cornerstone of learning. Like many eastern cultures, education has always been considered the topmost priority among...
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How Art Helps Children Express Emotions They Can’t Yet Name
Most evenings look the same at my home, like most homes with kids. The school bag is on the chair, the shoes are invariably in the...
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Everything You Should Know About Preschool Franchises in India
The early childhood education sector in India is experiencing significant growth, driven by increasing parental awareness and demand for quality education. As a result, preschool franchise...
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Creative Confidence: Why It’s More Important than Creativity
Yesterday evening, my daughter pulled out old clay, a few bottle caps, and some dal from the kitchen. “Cupcakes for snacks today,” she said, arranging them...