Young Parents Preschool Guide is the must have guide for parents who are preparing for their child's preschool years. It contains information on preschool preparation, preschool life & what is beyond preschool. Some key highlights: - How to choose the best preschool for your child - Expert answers to all your preschool problems, from separation anxiety to learning woes - Search for childcare and kindergartens by district – we’ve got the complete listings!
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ready for class? • How do you tell if it’s time to enroll your toddler in a playgroup or nursery school? Start by asking yourself these questions.
get a head start • Preschools in Singapore use a variety of methods to teach kids to read and write. Here’s how to choose the right literacy programme for your little one.
6 ways to teach reading and writing • Use these activities suggested by Dawn Lim, curriculum advisor at Star Learners, to prep your preschooler for Primary 1.
when two is better than one • Many preschools market their bilingual programmes, but what should you look out for before you enroll your child? We asked the experts.
what is montessori? • Many parents like how Montessori preschools teach young children, but what makes this method so unique? We find out.
a preschool for all • With more inclusive preschools sprouting up in Singapore, we take a look at what they offer kids with and without special learning needs.
more than play • In some preschools, arts education is part of the curriculum for a very good reason. We take a look at how it helps kids learn better.
9 fun activities to try
is it necessary? • Are pricey preschool extras such as field trips or concerts necessary or just frills? We find out.
she’s sick again? • Some kids seem more susceptible to colds and flu, especially when they start preschool. Learn how to manage these common medical conditions better.
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mummy, don’t go! • It’s time for you to return to the workplace, but your little one is acting up at home and in school. Manage his tantrums with these strategies.
sorry i said that • Watch what you say to your preschoolers – your off-the-cuff remarks can unintentionally hurt.
please don’t hit • Your sweet baby has turned into a toddler who hits when she doesn’t get her way? Do this before it gets out of hand.
sweet dreams are made of these • What’s stopping your kid from getting a good night’s rest? Check out these surprising sleep-stealers.
is your kid getting enough shut-eye?
1-2-3, let’s sleep!
keep calm, mum • Sometimes, you feel like exploding when your preschooler’s tantrums get the better of you. Try these coping strategies instead.
it’s not a chore • Even if you have a helper, it pays to teach your preschooler to do chores.
hi, i’m new • It’s distressing for your child to change preschool, but you can help her manage the transition with these expert tips.
play all day • There are playgrounds, and there are amazing playgrounds, like the ones at Admiralty Park and Jacob Ballas Children’s Garden. We show you what you can do there.
7 things you must know
mum’s the teacher • Some Singapore mothers’s are supplementing preschool lessons with home learning activities that engage their kids in fun way.
sensory play 101
let them bloom • Overprotecting your kid can backfire in the primary school years, when he must learn to be independent. Here’s how to loosen the apron strings.
I’m not afraid of you • It pays to bullyproof your kid so he can stand up to kids who are aggressive or mean towards him in primary school. Start with these strategies.
dad’s the way • Fathers still play an...