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Choose Your Hard – A Simple Truth for Parents of Little Ones
Some things in life are just plain hard. But here’s what we often forget: everything has its hard. You just have to decide which kind you’re willing to live with. Marriage is hard. Divorce is hard.Exercise is hard. Living with aches and pains is hard.Being disciplined...
Enjoying the Summer with your Preschooler (Without Losing Your Mind!)
The summer holidays are here, and the days feel longer than usual. The sun is blazing, kids are bouncing off the walls, and somehow, there are always snack crumbs everywhere. And then comes the classic line: “I’m bored!” Instead of handing them a screen or stressing...
The Value of Growing Up in a Bilingual Atmosphere
For decades, English has been seen as the key to success, leading many parents to prioritize it over their mother tongue. While fluency in English certainly opens doors, the cost has been steep—many children today grow up speaking only one language, even when they...
Annual Day cum Graduation Ceremony 2025
Annual Day cum Graduation Day 2025 On January 19th , we celebrated our Annual Day cum Graduation Ceremony in Kids Joy School. We were honoured to have Mrs Padma Ayyar principal of Naval Kindergarten School, as our chief guest.Every child in the school from Nursery to...
2025 – A Year to Prioritize Family
2025 – A Year to Prioritize Family The New Year is a perfect opportunity to set fresh goals. For some, it’s a time to reset; for others, it’s a chance to refine or continue building on past aspirations. Many parents feel guilty about not spending enough time with...
The Christmas Story for Preschoolers
Christmas is one of the biggest celebrations of the year, full of twinkling lights, joyful carols, and gifts wrapped with love. But in all the excitement, have you ever paused to think about why we celebrate this season? Behind all the festivities lies a beautiful...
Creative Ways to Use AI with Preschoolers
Technology has become a big part of our lives, and tools like artificial intelligence (AI) can open up some surprising new ways to help our little ones learn, play, and explore! While AI may sound complex, it’s essentially just technology that can interact with us in...
Let Them Be Bored! The Surprising Benefits of Not Entertaining Your Preschooler
“I’m bored,” said Cara for the seventh time that day. “Pleeeease, can I watch something? If you want, I can even watch Number Blocks.” With a sigh, her mum gave in, reluctantly telling herself that at least it was educational. This was after trying to offer Cara...
Understanding Your Child’s Emotions – Looking at the movie ‘Inside Out’
Parenting a preschooler can feel like being caught in a whirlwind of emotions. One moment your child is bouncing with joy, and the next, they’re crying over something that seems so inconsequential. It’s hard to keep up with these quick changes, and it can be even...
Easy Storytelling Activities for Busy Parents with Preschoolers
Introduction Storytelling is a really good way to develop your child's imagination, language skills, and emotional intelligence. It also helps to connect with your child and spark their imagination. Even if you're busy, you can still enjoy some simple fun storytelling...
Mindfulness Activities to Develop Focus and Calmness in Preschoolers
In today's fast-paced world, even preschoolers are not immune to the stresses of modern living. From busy schedules and overstimulation to the pressures of learning new skills and social interactions, young children can experience stress and anxiety. This is why...
Managing Separation Anxiety in Preschoolers
The start of a new school year is an exciting time, but it can also be challenging for both children and parents, especially when it comes to separation anxiety. Separation anxiety is a normal developmental stage where children experience distress when away from their...