Characters in fictional works sometimes encounter strange and fabulous substances in their adventures. These substances can be liquids, like the many potions in the “Harry Potter” franchise, or solids, such as sapient pearwood from the “Discworld” books. Among solid fictional substances, there is a special place for metals. Fictional metals are almost always rare. It
Every teacher desires to promote student-centric learning. They want that positive, inviting atmosphere that allows kids to speak freely what they think and decide how they can learn more. For such a tall order, it entails a lot of tweaks, sometimes drastic ‘break-ups’ from the status quo. If you want to make a real difference
If there are two skills adults should teach their children, it’s reading and writing. These two are crucial in every child’s development, as studies have shown how reading skills alone can contribute to reducing the signs of depression. It also allows them to develop stronger empathy toward others. It’s essential now more than ever to
A 2013 report from CBS News said that four out of 10 driver’s license examinees fail the exam for the first time. That number changed significantly in the past six years, but failing the driver’s license exam is still a problem for many. Anxiety in taking driver’s license exams is a very serious thing, and
The importance of elementary school to a child cannot be overstated. For your kid to do well in elementary school, he or she needs support from both teachers and parents. This is in addition to being educated in the right school. As a parent, how do you make your child motivated and enthusiastic about education?
Are you worried about being a newly-single father? Is it a struggle to find purpose in your life while still fighting for the happiness and growth of your child? Do you feel lost and unaware of your own true mission because you think you aren’t doing enough? Here are some myths about single fatherhood that
We live at a time when the world is now just one global village. Breakthroughs in travel and communication have made interaction among different nationalities a common and natural occurrence. With the internet, it is possible to communicate with people from other countries at almost no cost. This has helped employers and employees expand their
A kids’ care franchise is becoming a lucrative business the past years, and that’s understandable. The market is growing as well. In a 2011 Child Trends data, only 5% of children between 5 and 8 years old were left in their mother’s care. Only 10% were supervised by non-relatives. More than 13% of them were
The recent bribery scandal involving different colleges, universities, and Hollywood celebrities sheds light on how far parents are willing to go to send their kids to the best schools. After all, graduating in top universities guarantees not only bragging rights but also lucrative opportunities and even financial security throughout their children’s lives. The scandal isn’t
Not all parents know the benefits of sending their children to preschool. This is an idea that needs to change. Preschool is an essential step in your child’s education. It allows your child to build the confidence and social skills required in life. While some parents argue that this can also be achieved with proper