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Story Stream: The Art of Storytelling That Brings Joy of Learning
Published 30 April 2022 at 04:20
All children love stories! The wonderful images and places, dramatic characters, mysterious creatures, and fascinating adventures illustrated in a story engage kids immensely. Listening to narrated stories can trigger a child’s imagination and transport them to places beyond their environment in their minds. Besides being entertaining, the art of storytelling is one of the oldest and most powerful educational tools. However, with so much kids’ content available out there, it can be tough to separate brain-numbing videos from the enriching ones.
ReadThe Improv Company: introducing youth to the fascinating world of improv
Published 20 March 2022 at 08:25
Improvisation (or improv for short) is the art of creating theatre on the spot, which has evolved into a method of teaching and learning during the past decades. Not only improvisation is fun, but it is also a powerful tool for developing life skills useful far beyond the realm of performing arts. If you want to enrich your child’s life in a new and exciting way, improv can be the most rewarding and enjoyable activity you could pick.
ReadJoyful March and Easter Holiday Camps in Singapore
Published 21 February 2022 at 08:00
Sign your kid up for some of the most enriching and engaging Spring and Easter holiday camps in Singapore! We've rounded up some of the top-notch educational camps for kids of all ages and interests so you will definitely be able to find the one that catches your kids' fancy.
ReadSTEMSmart: Inspiring the Next Generation of Tech Innovators
Published 02 December 2021 at 03:13
As more and more products and services are digitised, the world becomes increasingly reliant on technology and the Internet, causing the demand for professional coders and developers to multiply. What is more, programming is no longer a competence limited to the tech industry only. Just like computer literacy, coding is steadily becoming an essential skill employers search for. So, it comes as no surprise that most parents wish to set their children up for future success and introduce them to coding from a young age.
ReadLittle Shepherds’ Schoolhouse: Building Virtuous Leaders of the Future
Published 21 November 2021 at 03:36
As parents, we always wish the very best for our children, especially when it comes to early years education and the first steps in nursery or kindergarten. The importance of preschool education cannot be overemphasized as it prepares a solid foundation for kids’ personality growth and ensures a smooth passage to primary school. For parents who are looking for a kindergarten that offers both academic success and holistic development in virtues and harmony, Little Shepherds’ Schoolhouse is an ultimate choice!
Read7 Best Year-End Holiday Programmes for Your Child at United Square Shopping Mall
Published 16 November 2021 at 10:00
When it comes to amusing and enrichment activities for children in Singapore, United Square Shopping Mall is the ultimate place to go. The Mall is fully packed with kid-friendly features, entertainment venues, and services to cater to the family needs. Positioned as A Kids Learning Hub, the Shopping Mall gathered a plethora of well-known enrichment brands under one roof!
ReadAt Kinderland Preschool, The Wonders of Learning Never Cease
Published 26 October 2021 at 12:40
Are you looking for a preschool in Singapore that offers quality childcare along with a rich, holistic curriculum? Finding a right preschool or childcare centre, which ticks all the boxes, does take time and research. To spot the right one among many, nothing works better than visiting a potential preschool before enrollment. For this reason, Kinderland, the leading provider of preschool education, invites you to join a virtual tour of Kinderland’s centres! As the number of meeting slots is limited, early registration is highly recommended.
ReadSherlock at Home by Oops Odelia is Out Now
Published 09 January 2020 at 17:31
Hang on! What’s that? You haven’t discovered Oops Odelia yet? A manager and co-founder of GRAM’S Learning Centre Mrs Yvonne Teo returns again to the TickiKids Childhood Reading department with the latest instalment of the Oops Odelia series. If your little reader hasn’t read any of Oops Odelia's spellbinding short stories, don't worry – it’s in no particular order. With the help of a new children's tale Sherlock at Home and its heroine Odelia, GRAM’S Learning Centre continues to help younger audiences go through a transformative time socially and educationally.
ReadAnnouncing a brand new book release in the Oops Odelia series ‒ “It's Okay to Shout”
Published 31 July 2018 at 17:18
GRAM’S Learning Centre is to launch the Oops Odelia series' first book in August 2018 to coincide with National Day of Singapore celebrating the 53d anniversary of Singapore’s Independence. TickiKids is pleased to present this brand new picture book for pre-schoolers and toddlers entitled It's Okay to Shout, which is all about introducing your kids to first everyday experiences, and developing positive patterns of behaviour in response to a particular situation. This gently educational book with a child-centred sense of fun helps them to consider what is, or is not, appropriate behaviour towards others.
TickiKids has decided to help your adorable toddlers take their first big steps in their journey to becoming life-long readers. There is no better chance to start on a journey than with the most recent series from GRAM’S Learning Centre.
ReadHalf Ghost and The Island in the Caldera - brought to you by BooksActually
Published 31 January 2018 at 22:53
Two young adult novels that are bound to capture your child's imagination brought to you by reading experts BooksActually!
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