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Games that help consolidate maths skills

Maths is everywhere. From cooking and shopping to planning a holiday, we may not be conscious of it, but we use maths daily. As adults, we know that maths is not every child’s strong suit so it can often be a struggle to get children to enjoy and practise it. One of the best ways to encourage children to learn maths is by making it enjoyable, and that is exactly what maths games are for! Nothing beats fun maths games that help teach and consolidate maths skills. Read on to discover 3 entertaining maths games you can try at home with your child!

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How extracurriculars help build confidence

Is your child itching to try something new or interested in developing a newfound passion? Whether it be a new hobby, sport, or activity, extracurriculars are a great way for your child to improve their social skills, develop their interests, try new things, and most importantly, build confidence. There are many benefits of enrolling your child in extracurricular activities, from channelling their creativity and energy, to giving them an opportunity to learn and try new things. This blog explores how extracurriculars play a significant role in boosting your child’s confidence.

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Becoming a resilient learner

Resilience is the key to helping young learners manage stress, anxiety, and uncertainty. Those who are resilient have the courage, motivation, and confidence to face challenges, while maintaining a positive mindset. As adults, we know that children face many challenges in early stages of life, from adapting to a new school, to the stress of homework piling up, or just the uncertainties that are part of life. When faced with challenges, resilience helps children to thrive and overcome setbacks, which is why it is important to teach our children how to become resilient learners from a young age. Read on to discover more.  

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How confidence helps young learners

Confidence breeds success. Those who have the confidence to believe they can succeed, will succeed. Confidence empowers young learners to step out of their comfort zone and take risks, become more resilient when handling setbacks, and embrace their full potential in and out of the classroom. As parents and educators, one of the greatest gifts we can give our children is instilling a strong sense of confidence in them, to have faith in their abilities and achieve their goals. This blog explores the importance of having confidence and how it helps young learners succeed. 

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3 benefits of building confidence

Confidence doesn’t always come easy. Some children might inherit natural confidence or have confident role models, while others may need that extra boost. As long-time educators, we know the key to a child’s success is confidence. It is important that we help our children build confidence in themselves and their abilities, to succeed in and out of school. Building confidence can help children become resilient learners, increase their motivation, and improve their self-esteem. This blog explores the benefits of building confidence for children - read on to learn more.

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