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Rhyming + Why Your Kids Learn Better Through Rhymes

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Children Reading Books

A ‘rhyme‘ is a repetition of similar sounds (or the same sound) in two or more words, most often in the final syllables of lines in poem and songs. Rhyming consists of rhythm and repetition, and through being exposed to songs or poems that rhyme, a child’s language skills begin to develop even before they’re able to verbalise actual words.

Rhymes have such a great positive impact on a young child’s language and literacy development. Some of its benefits are: Continue Reading…


Why You Should Read Storybooks to Your Child

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Dad Reads Storybooks to Child

Whether you are a full-time working parent or a stay-at-home Mom/Dad, I believe you have a desire to forge a close bond with your child. One of the ways you can build this bond during their childhood years involves a bit of your time, effort and energy. It is manageable and achievable, so do take some time out of your busy schedule to commit to this activity: Reading storybooks to your child. Continue Reading…


Phonics and the Benefits of Teaching your Child How to Read

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Girl Reading Learn Phonics

If you’re a parent of a young child, I believe you want your child to learn how to read efficiently and have an early head start in acquiring the skills to do so before they enter Primary 1 (I know you’re thinking about their education way ahead of time!). As a preschool educator specialising in Phonics, it is my goal and desire to impart my knowledge and techniques to young learners, and in doing so, I hope to inculcate a love of reading in each and every one of them. On top of that, I also wish for these children to be encouraged enough to eventually strive towards mastering the English language. The good news is that your child can begin his/her learning journey on how to read (and write!) through Phonics education. Continue Reading…