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- Children Should Be Asked About Their Choice of School - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2012 from Ravi JainEducation has become the key word in every civilized society of the world. It is an important aspect of every body’s life and it needs to be inculcated very meticulously. Admission process has become a big hassle for parents because they are the only one who can take sound decision regarding ...
Views: 676 - What Role Do Discipline and Obedience Play in a Kid’s Life - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2012 from Ravi JainChildren hardly know the rules for sure because they change almost all the time depending upon the frame of mind of their parents. Discipline is followed by a substantial and actual expression of absolute love such as a warm hug. The relationship between disciplined kids and their parents ...
Views: 3378 - Your Child Can Do More than Your Expectations - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2012 from Ravi JainShift is the law of nature. In every walk of life, we have to make adjustments and shifts. Entering to the world of schooling or starting the career with a job are the shift that we make in our life. Though we human beings can accept the changes easily, the degree of acceptance varies from ...
Views: 633 - The Effects of Domestic Violence on Kids - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2012 from Ravi Jain“It was horrible every time to hear those howls from my neighborhood. Many times I had tried to launch a complaint against my neighbors and I even threatened them too. Unfortunately the lady of that house once came and told me not to take any action against her husband because her husband might ...
Views: 699 - The Need of Counselors in School - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2012 from Ravi JainWe think childhood days are the best days in a human being’s life. Though, to some extent it is true because they are free from all the worries of the world. However, a very few of us understand that even they experience depression as well. Now, we will wonder why they are depressed when they ...
Views: 826 - The Need of Math and Science Education in School - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2012 from Ravi JainThe wealth and our well being of the society depend on how well we educate we educate our children and youth. Math and science education imparts them with advance thinking and problem solving skills. Knowledge related to math and science is associated with the success in the 21st century ...
Views: 684 - Steps To Become More Successful Parents - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2012 from Ravi JainThe fragrance of Jasmine still reminds me of my mother, who is thousands of miles away from me. Her every cloth has the same fragrance because she herself is a very big fan of Jasmine. I can confidently say that I can spot my mother from the crowd of millions of people, only by the fragrance of ...
Views: 764 - Helping Children To Develop Concentration Power - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2012 from Ravi JainDuring our childhood days, we used to do many tricks. Developing new tricks was one of our favorite hobbies. One day my friend showed me a trick which he used to call “the magic rays of sun”. He took a magnifying glass and a piece of paper. He asked all of us to see the trick minutely. He placed ...
Views: 815 - How To Check Obesity Among Children - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2012 from Ravi JainFood is the basic need for any living being to survive. It is from the food that our body gets the energy to work. It is like a fuel that keeps the body engine work. In human beings, food not only is the basic necessity, it also has become a brand mark. Metro cities are now a hub of different ...
Views: 850 - Yoga And Its Benefits For Kids - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2012 from Ravi JainIndia is known worldwide for its rich culture and traditional heritage. India has contributed many things to the world. Indian mathematical calculations and geometrical styles are known worldwide for their accuracy and simplicity. In every aspect of life, India can be said to be an effective ...
Views: 990 - English: The Queen’s Language Ruling The World - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2012 from Ravi JainDuring Gandhiji’s stay in South Africa in 1905-06, he, his wife and children used to share a home in Johannesburg with an English couple, Henry and Millie Polak. Later on while writing on his stay in Africa, Gandhiji mentioned about the Polak family. He said that he and Polak often used to have ...
Views: 809 - The Importance Of Emotional Availability In Parent-Child Relation - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2012 from Ravi JainOne day the little Biju was waiting for his father for long hours. As the door bell rung, the little boy ran to the door step to open the door. There was a smile in his face and it seems that he was having something in his mind. As the father entered the house, Biju asked, “Papa, how much do you ...
Views: 997 - Ideas For Decorating Your Child’s World - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2012 from Ravi JainOur surrounding and the place where we live in have a great impact on our personality, character and our thought structure. It also impacts our level of productivity and creativity. This is the reason why big corporate houses spent a good amount of money in decorating the offices. Our visual ...
Views: 729 - The Fluctuating Fees In Schools - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2012 from Ravi JainIf we compare the schools of present days with the schools of earlier days, we can find a number of differences between the two. Schools Many parents cannot admit their children in good schools because of their high fees. In fact, it is quite difficult especially for the middle class parents to ...
Views: 830 - Each One Teach One: Spreading The Light Of Education - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2012 from Ravi JainOnce there was a town called Ignorance. In the town there was no school; in fact the people were unknown about the tern ‘education’. In that town people had ample money, because a gold mine was there near to that. The owner of the gold mine used to give handsome money to all the laborers and ...
Views: 6829 - The Importance of Nurturing Healthy Relation among Siblings - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2012 from Ravi JainGirl- See mom, Rahul isn’t returning my toy that you brought for me yesterday. Mother- He is your brother and you shouldn’t fight over a simple toy every time. Girl- But mom, it’s my toy and se is trying to open it and see what’s inside that. This way he will turn my toy into a ...
Views: 642 - Preparation before Sending your Child to the Boarding School - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2012 from Ravi JainA few days ago we all were at the airport. Every one of our family members who were present there had tears in their eyes. The reason was that my little niece Dustu was going to study in a good school in South India. Dustu was a ten year old little girl, who is the naughtiest member in our ...
Views: 983 - Encouraging shy children at Birthday Parties - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2012 from Ravi JainWhatever time of year, there are always birthdays to be celebrated. Kids love birthday parties and sharing their birthday celebrations with friends and family. Children love and these birthday parties in turn are getting more extravagant, more expensive. While some parents don’t mind flaunting a ...
Views: 1024 - Children’s Response to Parenting Styles - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2012 from Ravi Jain5 year old Karen was the twin sister of 5 year old Katrina. After their mother died, their maternal decided to bring one of the girls up. Karena was adopted by Aunt Malory, while Katrina stayed with her father. Katrina didn’t get to see much of her father. He would drop her at school and then ...
Views: 1112 - Teaching Children the Need of Cleanliness - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2012 from Ravi Jain“You know something? he doesn’t take a bath regularly. Eeewww! His shirt is so dirty. Oh my God! Let’s keep a distance from him or else we will get an infection”. These are the kind of conversations that take place when people, especially women exchange between themselves when they see a dirty ...
Views: 3201 - The Role of Laptops in School Education - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2012 from Ravi JainThe moment we think of a laptop, we consider it mostly for the adults, and that too an office goer. We hardly bring kids into that picture. However, many of us are unaware of the fact that these days, laptops play a significant role in the education procedure of the kids in schools. Earlier, or ...
Views: 1095 - Self-discipline and Responsibility: The Two Important Pillars in Life - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2012 from Ravi JainNo democracy can survive without a self-disciplined population. Preserving our democratic way of life requires that we teach our youngsters the true meaning of patriotism: “There is no freedom without responsibility”. This statement doesn’t mean that a child should be knowledgeable enough to ...
Views: 2390 - Compassion and Forgiveness: The Pillars of Moral Development - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2012 from Ravi JainDuring the spring season the entire forest in Florida looks like the Eden garden. In the summer, different plants and trees blossom with such beauty. It was few years ago when a beautiful red rose blossomed in Florida. There were different kinds of flowers and the rose was one of them. Near to ...
Views: 1184 - The Role of parents in dealing with Peer Pressure and Bad Company - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2012 from Ravi JainRaju was introduced to smoking at the age of 7 when one of his friends told him to just try it out for fun, because he would forget all the problems that he had at home. Raju knew it was bad to smoke but the offer seemed tempting and Raju began with a small puff, but he forgot about his small ...
Views: 1013 - The Perfect Time to Start Childrens Education - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2012 from Ravi JainThere are many parenting magazines which say the best time to start kids’ education is right from infancy. The phrase ‘charity begins at home’ is to some extent applicable here because home is the best place to start childrens’ education as he gets his comfort zone at home that helps them to ...
Views: 728 - School Children’s visit to the Planetarium - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2012 from Ravi JainChildren huddle into their seats in a dark room. Some of them use their cell phone backlights to look for their seat numbers. The teacher in charge tells the children not to disturb the others and to settle down into their seats as fast as possible. Suddenly the dome of the auditorium lights up ...
Views: 801 - Knowing Only One Language Doesn’t Help kids anymore - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2012 from Ravi JainLanguage is a medium with the help of which people express their thoughts, opinions and views to others. Therefore, language is one of the most important requirements of life to communicate and make others understand the thoughts that have dominated your mind. Since we cannot deny the fact that ...
Views: 644 - Preparing a Child Well for School Interviews - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2012 from Ravi JainIrrespective of their class, religion or social status, it is an exciting period for every parent just before their children start their journey of academic career. It is a time when happiness and nervousness mix together. Parents go through a crucial time and face serious problems at the time ...
Views: 595 - Instilling a sense of Patriotism in Children - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2012 from Ravi JainThe present generation badly lacks the sense of patriotism and religious pride. If this situation continues, our nation will be full of future citizens that don’t feel belonged to their country. So it is imperative for parents to try to develop sense of patriotism in their children. Otherwise ...
Views: 3756 - Students Need Help from their Parents for Better Performance - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2012 from Ravi Jain“If you raise your children to feel that they can accomplish any goal or task they decide upon, you would have succeeded as a parent and would have also given your children the greatest of all blessings.” It is indispensable for children to do well in the school in order to develop into ...
Views: 633 - Steps to Nurture Etiquettes among Children - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2012 from Ravi JainThe initial years of a child’s life is the best time to nurture different traits in a child. In this age their minds are flexible to adapt to anything new. Kids are always enthusiastic about the new things that they come across and thus try to explore the world by their own. For this reason it ...
Views: 588 - The Importance of Family Involvement in Education - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2012 from Ravi JainOur family plays a great role in every aspect of our life. Starting from our personal to professional life, the involvement of the family gives us the strength to fight and survive any situation. Our academic success depends largely upon the family environment. It was just day before yesterday ...
Views: 703 - Holiday Activities for the School Children - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2012 from Ravi JainSpecial Holidays We're thinking of you this time of year, Wishing you happiness, joy, and cheer. May all your days be warm and bright, And your nights enhanced by holiday light. Enjoy your delectable holiday foods, As parties and gifts create holiday moods. Favorite people play a ...
Views: 647 - Teachers’ Attention Works as a Confidence Booster - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2012 from Ravi Jain“Attention” is what that every human being runs after. Many people may refuse to accept it but it is true that, everybody seeks attention from somebody. People tend to get disheartened when they do not get the attention that they desire from somebody that they want. When it comes to kids, then ...
Views: 575 - Puppetry: A Great Way to Teach Kids Different Skills - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2012 from Ravi JainOur past always has something special to offer us. When we turn around the pages of the past, we often come across different decisions taken that have made our present life easier. It is true that now we are forwarding our steps towards advanced modernity, but even in this era also, some of the ...
Views: 731 - Organized Sports: Teaching Life Skills to Children - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2012 from Ravi JainPhysical fitness is the key to a prosperous life as it is builds up a sound and creative mind. Much of our physical fitness and strength depends upon the exercises that we do, apart from the food that we eat. There needs to be a proper balance between our food habits and our physical work. In ...
Views: 1212 - Journey of a New Born Baby - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2012 from Ravi JainMy journey in this world starts with the message therapy because this gives me the energy and holistic health. In the initial stage I only eat, sleep and need lots of cuddling, holding, skin-to-skin contact to establish the sense of security and well being. All the treatments to me are given on ...
Views: 736 - The Importance of Homework in a Kid’s Education - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2012 from Ravi JainMonday to Friday, homework hours: 2 hours. Sunday: 4 hours. The homework schedule gave me nightmares all through my school life. Irritating used to be the word when my teachers used to start giving homework, one after another. I used to think I was the only kid who showed his reluctance towards ...
Views: 703 - Report Card is just not a Card - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2012 from Ravi JainBelieve me! Showing the report cards was worse than preparing for exam at the eleventh hour. In fact, the nightmares of results do not let you sleep from the day you have given the exam. It takes a terrible form especially when it is your most disliked subject. It used to happen with me when the ...
Views: 638 - Who can be the Best Teacher of a Child than a Mother? - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2011 from Ravi JainCelebrating Teachers’ Day is not a new concept. In fact, an illiterate person of the country is also aware of the great day of Teachers’ day. Every year on 5 September we celebrate 'Teacher’s Day' since we had Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan was one of the most distinguished diplomats, scholars and ...
Views: 614 - Where Nursery Rhymes have come from? - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2011 from Ravi JainBah, Bah a black Sheep, Have you any Wool? Yes merry have I, Three Bags full, One for my master, One for my Dame, One for the little Boy That lives down the lane. Every one of us comes across many rhymes in the times of our Nursery education. “Bah, Bah a black sheep” is one of the ...
Views: 701 - Importance of Team Spirit for kids - by Submitted on Dec 26, 2011 from Ravi Jain“Coming together is a beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is success”. We human beings are blessed with a very magnificent trait that we can’t live an isolated life. In every walk of life we need partners with whom we can share our feelings and also need their help to ...
Views: 11551 - Helping Children to Cope up with a Loss in the Family - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2011 from Ravi JainDeath leaves a heartache no one can heal; love leaves a memory no one can steal-From a headstone in Ireland No pain, no grief, no anxious fear can reach our loved one sleeping here. To live in the hearts of those we love is never to die Too well loved to ever be forgotten The song is ...
Views: 804 - The Impact of Books in a Child - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2011 from Ravi JainRegular reading of books has a direct impact on children. It has been found that the children complete their schooling without reading a single novel. Researchers said that children coming from a “bookish home” remain in education for around three years longer than young people born into ...
Views: 618 - The changed Role of Teachers in 21st Century - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2011 from Ravi JainEverytime I see Jenny, everytime I find the difference between students of these days and students of earlier days, and why only me, in fact anybody would find the difference. The children of the present days are so much into studies and internal exams that they hardly get time for anything ...
Views: 662 - Good Handwriting adds to the Academic Success - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2011 from Ravi JainIn these modern time children are more involved into texting, tapping and typing on keyboards. It deters them from enhancing their old fashioned skill which is known as handwriting. They just try to keep pace with the fast moving world, so they speed up their move. The children are unaware of ...
Views: 859 - The Best Outdoor Games for Kids - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2011 from Ravi JainOutdoor is always a fun place for kids. They love to jump, to run and to get littered in full dust. In my childhood years, evening was my favorite time, because in the evening we used to go to our nearby playground to play kabaddi and kho-kho. Those days, cricket was not that much popular. We ...
Views: 1643 - Benefits of the Game of Cricket for Kids - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2011 from Ravi Jain“And Sachin just entered the ground holding his bat and it seems that the Master Blaster is ready to hit the ground again with his energetic batting… The spirit of the Indian crowd is also in its zenith…. The opposition also seems to be in their full preparation to beat India at any cost… We all ...
Views: 5973 - The Importance of Debates for the School Goers - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2011 from Ravi Jain"To acquire knowledge, one must study; but to acquire wisdom, one must observe." - Marilyn vos Savant. It is said that a good orator can be a great leader. It is our linguistic skills that make us a good communicator. Communication is nothing but the art of understanding the psyche of the person ...
Views: 745 - Parents Are Becoming Dependent on Schools - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2011 from Ravi JainWho doesn’t want to send their children to the best school of the city? Everybody wishes to do that. And, every parent also looks for the schools where their children can get to learn many other things along with studies. Everybody loves to opt for things that give more facilities. And, when it ...
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