Growth & Development

bachpan manao campaign

Childhood is a Celebration: The “Bachpan Manao” Campaign by EkStep Foundation

Play, Growth & Development  

Bachpan Manao (Celebrate Childhood) is a campaign, and a celebration, to recognize the importance of early childhood years for the 0 to 8 year-olds in India. Spearheaded by Mrs. Rohini Nilekani of EkStep Foundation the campaign’s vision is to enable every child in India to grow and learn to their full potential during the early […]

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5 Amazing Benefits of Jigsaw Puzzles for Kids: Fun & Learning – Combined!

Activities, Cognitive, Toys  

Jigsaw puzzles offer young tender minds a fun and enjoyable way to develop essential abilities during the early years. Apart from building curiosity, promoting creativity, encouraging social engagement, and building self-confidence; the benefits of jigsaw puzzles for kids also include their positive influence on the development of three major domains in young children during their

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5 Key Benefits of Wooden Toys That Can Transform Your Child’s Playtime

Play, Newborn, Toys, Upto 1 Year, Upto 3 Years  

Parents want the best for their children, especially when it comes to playtime. Toys are more than just entertainment, as they shape a child’s early learning experiences. While plastic and electronic toys dominate store shelves, these days, many parents are rediscovering the benefits of wooden toys. Unlike mass-produced plastic alternatives, wooden toys offer a natural,

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benefits of yoga for young children

The 10 Powerful Benefits of Yoga for Young Children

Behavioural, Cognitive  

Yoga offers a simple yet powerful way to support a child’s overall growth. The benefits of yoga for young children extend beyond physical fitness, improving their focus, confidence, and emotional well-being. As young learners navigate school life, they face academic challenges, social interactions, and physical demands. With its ability to enhance both body and mind,

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Having conversations is one of the many ways boost your child's confidence

7 Effective Ways to Boost Your Child’s Confidence And Unlock Hidden Potential

Behavioural, Parenting  

Building confidence in young children is one of the most important steps in helping them grow into resilient and happy adults. Confidence allows children to explore their surroundings, take on challenges, and build meaningful relationships. As children enter school, especially primary school, their understanding of the world is just beginning to develop, which necessitates creating

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Young girl brimming with smile with math and geometry symbols behind her and books in front of her

Discover How To Make Your Child Good at Math in 4 Simple Ways!

Cognitive, Growth & Development  

As a parent, and a teacher myself, I’ve met countless parents who’ve told me: “Math isn’t meant for my child” or “My child just isn’t a math person.” What is even unfortunate, is that I’ve seen kids who label themselves that way, very convinced that math is some kind of talent they just don’t have

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2 Teachers and 4 Children Sitting on the Floor and Meditating

2 Powerful Benefits of Chanting Sanskrit Mantras for School Kids

Cognitive, Growth & Development, Parenting  

Native to India, Sanskrit is one of the oldest languages in the world. The Binary Number System, which is the basis for modern day computing, originated from Sanskrit. Combinatorics, which is a stream of mathematics that deals with the study of permutations and combinations, and has incredible number of applications in modern designs and technology

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16 Different Types of Play in Early Childhood and Their Benefits

Play, Growth & Development  

“Work is play”: This is what two among the 7 important contributors and founders of early childhood education in India, Friedrich Froebel and Maria Montessori famously said about what play is – when it is seen through the eyes of a child. It therefore becomes a crucial responsibility for the adults to learn about the

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The Alarming Impact of Screen Time on Child Behaviour – According to Indian Study!

Growth & Development, Behavioural, Upto 3 Years  

According to a new India based study, the impact of screen time on child behaviour is very concerning to say the least. The growing dependence on mobile phones among young children and teenagers has led to a surge in behavioural issues, including and not limited to anxiety. What is alarming, is that children as young

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Language Development Milestones in Early Childhood

The Real Reason Why Children Have Short Attention Spans – And What Parents Can Do About It!

Behavioural, Cognitive, Growth & Development  

As a teacher or parent, you would’ve noticed that children often struggle to stay focused, even when they’ve understood what they need to do. While this would’ve made you wonder why their attention seems to drift so quickly from the task at hand, understanding the reasons behind this can help you better support the child’s

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Why Parent Teacher Meetings Are Important

8 Critical Reasons Why Parent Teacher Meetings Are Important

Growth & Development, Parenting  

While there are many reasons why parent teacher meetings are important, the fundamental reason is that parents and teachers together play a vital role in the growth and development of a child, including and especially the learning abilities in the child. Parents have to play a key role in terms of balancing and maintaining effective

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How To Improve Creative Intelligence In Children

10 Powerful Ways To Improve Creative Intelligence In Your Child

Growth & Development, Cognitive  

Thanks to break-neck pace of development in AI (Artificial Intelligence), many parents today wish they knew the secret to equip their child for the new era. Their anxiety is indeed justified, as by 2030, a vast majority of all mundane, repetitive and highly labour intensive jobs around the world will be taken over by robots

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