Teaching SATPIN Alphabetical Order is Beneficial for Reading

SATPIN refers to the letters s, a, t, p, i, and n, and teaching ' them in this order has proven effective for early reading development. 

Here's why:

1. Quick Word Building:

High frequency sounds: The letters in SATPIN represent sounds that occur frequently in early reading words.

Rapid word formation: Children can quickly combine these sounds to form simple words like sat, pat, pin, and sit, boosting their confidence and motivation.

 2. Solid Phonics Foundation:

Letter-sound correspondence:  By focusing on these six letters initially, children establish a strong connection between letter shapes and their corresponding sounds.

Decoding skills: This foundation helps children develop essential decoding skills, allowing them to sound out and read new words independently.

3. Enhanced Phonological Awareness:

Sound isolation: Breaking down words into individual sounds (phonemes) is crucial for reading. SATPIN practice helps refine this skill.

*Blending and segmenting:  Children learn to combine sounds to form words (blending) and break words into sounds (segmenting), improvingtheir overall phonological awareness.

4. Accelerated Reading Progress: 

Early success:.  The ability to read simple words early on creates a positive reading experience.

 Increased motivation: Early success motivates children to continue learning and exploring more complex words and texts.

5. Efficient Use of Learning Time:

Targeted instruction: Focusing on high-frequency sounds maximizes learning time and avoids overwhelming children with too many letters at once.

Gradual progression: As children master SATPIN, new letters ca n be introduced systematically, building upon their existing knowledge.

By starting with SATPIN, educators provide a structured and effective approach to teaching early reading skills, setting a strong foundation for future literacy development.

 Some effective methods and techniques for teaching SATPIN phonics to our children. 

Spark your child's love of learning with this engaging Phonics  coloring book!

Join Miss E, a teacher with over 20 years of experience guiding young learners and English language beginners, on a colorful journey through phonics. This book focuses on introducing the essential sounds: s, a, t, p, i, and n.

Designed with big, clear letters and simple illustrations, this book helps children:

• Master key phonics sounds in a fun and interactive way.
• Develop letter recognition through engaging coloring activities.
• Build a strong foundation for reading with confidence.

Miss E's gentle approach ensures that young learners won't feel overwhelmed, allowing them to focus on phonics mastery at their own pace. So grab your crayons and get ready for a learning adventure!

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The Consistency Counts : Tips for Parents to Foster Academic Success

 Consistent habits are the foundation upon which academic success is built. By establishing a daily routine, students can develop good study habits, prioritize tasks, and manage their time effectively. This, in turn, leads to improved organization, reduced stress, and increased productivity. Consistent habits also help students stay focused, avoid procrastination, and maintain momentum throughout the semester. Moreover, a consistent routine enables students to develop self-discipline, responsibility, and accountability, all of which are essential for achieving academic goals. By prioritizing consistency, students can break bad habits, create healthy ones, and cultivate a growth mindset. This, in turn, fosters a love of learning, boosts confidence, and promotes overall well-being. Furthermore, consistent habits help students navigate challenges, overcome obstacles, and stay motivated, even in the face of adversity. By making consistency a habit, students can achieve academic excellence, reach their full potential, and set themselves up for long-term success. In short, consistent habits are the key to unlocking academic achievement, personal growth, and a brighter future. By embracing consistency, students can take control of their learning, develop a strong work ethic, and make their academic dreams a reality. So, let's make consistency a priority and watch academic success soar!

Here are some additional tips for parents on consistency:

1. Model consistent behavior: Children learn from what they see, so make sure you're modeling consistent behavior yourself.

2. Set clear expectations: Establish clear rules and expectations, and communicate them consistently.

3. Create a routine: Establish a daily routine that includes time for homework, chores, and activities.

4. Be predictable: Consistency is about being predictable, so try to respond to situations in a similar way each time.

5. Use positive reinforcement: Praise your child when they exhibit consistent behavior, like completing homework on time.

6. Be flexible: Life is unpredictable, so be flexible when circumstances change.

7. Make it a team effort: Involve your child in creating routines and setting expectations.

8. Use visual reminders: Create charts or schedules to help your child remember what's expected.

9. Offer choices: Allow your child to make choices within reason, like "Do you want to do your homework now or after dinner?"

10. Stay calm and patient: Consistency can be challenging, so stay calm and patient when your child resists or struggles.

11. Make it fun: Incorporate fun activities into your routine to make consistency more enjoyable.

12. Celebrate milestones: Acknowledge and celebrate your child's progress and achievements along the way.

Remember, consistency is a journey, and it's okay to make mistakes. By working together with your child, you can help them develop the skills and habits necessary for success in school and beyond!

 The Little Red Hen story is a classic tale that can be used to illustrate the importance of consistency. 

Here's how you could relate the story to consistency:

In the story, the Little Red Hen finds a wheat seed and asks for help from her farm friends to plant, tend, and harvest it. However, each time she asks for help, her friends refuse, saying "Not I!" in unison. Yet, when the wheat is finally baked into bread and the Little Red Hen asks who wants to help her eat it, her friends eagerly say "I do!"

The moral of the story can be applied to consistency in several ways:

1. Consistency in effort: The Little Red Hen consistently puts in the effort to plant, tend, and harvest the wheat, despite her friends' lack of help. This teaches us the importance of consistently putting in the work to achieve our goals.

2. Consistency in responsibility: The Little Red Hen takes full responsibility for the wheat, from start to finish. This shows the value of being consistent in taking ownership of our actions and their consequences.

3. Consistency in accountability: The story highlights the consequences of not being consistent in our commitments. The farm friends who didn't help with the work aren't entitled to share in the reward.

By relating the Little Red Hen story to consistency, you can drive home the message that consistent effort, responsibility, and accountability are essential for achieving success and earning the rewards that come with it.

You Possess Strength

All of the mix emotion and thoughts staying back here again in Singapore to work and provide for my family , away from my children and husband cause of  the COVID-19 pandemic. 

 Thank you Singapore for keeping us safe. 

# when you felt like crying, but seems like there’s no point of crying .

# when your tears just keep on flowing , even you think it’s for no reason.

# when your trying to keep it all and not show, but you can’t just hide it.

# when your heart feels heavy, and your not even sure why.

# when you feel like talking about it, in the other hand you choose not to, as silence is much comfortable.

# when you’re trying not to thinks about it, however it just get stuck on your brain like those tiny cells and they keep on popping like a mushroom .

# when you’re trying to be busy to forget about it, but you’re actually not a machine not to stop being busy. 

# when your heart felt heavy, and your not sure how to let it go. 

# when your anxious of lots of things, your just getting lost.

# when you have millions of thoughts, and you become unsure of your emotions. 

# when you're unsure if to smile or to be grumpy on dark days. 

# when you’re all confused, and feel strange, and just keep trying to let it go  with deep breaths. 

# sigh, sigh, sigh, hundred of times, you will even say….. why???

# when you thought it’s all sorted, but you’re worried to be so comfortable, so your telling to yourself “don’t let your guard down”

# when you knew it’s coming , but still worried that it might take a different turn. 

# when your full of love in your heart , and you don’t know where, how, and to whom to give it out.

# you know you are loved, but still feel empty.

# when you know that you are finally freed, but still sad. 

# and when your just sad.

# when your not sure until when.

# when you feel empty inside, not sure how to fill it.

# when you can’t hug and kiss your love one's everyday, and those every single day feels like something stuck on your throat .

#  when your worried of your love ones , but you know  you can’t do anything.

# when you know you are powerless.

# when you feel like you loose, because you feel lost. 

# 

Title: Embracing Emotions: Navigating Life's Uncertainties Amidst the Pandemic

In the quiet solitude of my room, amidst the bustling streets of Singapore, I find myself engulfed in a whirlwind of emotions. It's a peculiar mix of gratitude and longing, of strength and vulnerability, all intertwined in the fabric of my existence during these unprecedented times of the COVID-19 pandemic.

As I gaze out of the window, watching the cityscape glittering under the moonlight, I can't help but feel a heaviness in my heart. It's a weight that seems to have settled there, uninvited yet unwavering. I try to pinpoint its origin, but it eludes me like a fleeting shadow in the night.

There are moments when tears threaten to spill from my eyes, seemingly without reason or rhyme. It's as if my soul is trying to release the pent-up emotions that have been bottled inside for far too long. Yet, even as I wipe away the tears, the ache remains, a constant companion in this journey of uncertainty.

In the silence that envelops me, I find solace. There's a certain comfort in the stillness, in the absence of words and explanations. It's as if silence understands what words cannot express, embracing me in its gentle embrace as I navigate through the maze of my thoughts.

But try as I might to distract myself, to bury myself in tasks and busyness, the weight in my heart refuses to budge. It's a reminder that I am not immune to the storm raging within, that I am human, vulnerable and raw.

In moments of anxiety, when the world feels like it's spinning out of control, I find myself grappling with a myriad of emotions. It's like trying to hold onto sand slipping through my fingers, each thought fleeting yet profound in its own right.

And amidst it all, there's a longing, a yearning for something elusive yet essential. It's a craving for connection, for the warmth of a hug, the reassurance of a kiss. But in a world where physical distance is the new norm, such simple gestures seem like a luxury beyond reach.

Yet, amid the chaos and confusion, there's a glimmer of hope, a flicker of light cutting through the darkness. It's the realization that even in moments of despair, there is love – love that binds us together, love that gives us strength to endure.

So, as I navigate through this labyrinth of emotions, I remind myself to embrace it all – the tears and the laughter, the fear and the hope. For in the tapestry of life, every thread, no matter how tangled, adds to the richness of the whole. And in the end, it's our ability to feel, to love, to endure, that makes us truly human.

"Utilizing Play-Based Learning to Foster Your Child's Education"

I feel  incredibly fortunate to be a member of a team that embraces the "Learning Through Play" approach for young learners. This paradigm shift has profoundly altered my perspective and goals regarding teaching younger children. The advantages of Learning Through Play for our little ones are numerous and significant.

Learning Through Play

• It Encourages Communication. Play allows children the opportunity to develop speech and language skills as well listening skills.Children talk and listen while they play, communication take a big part in developing social skills of children when they go to the big world. At school listening to my learners talk to each other always fascinate me. Always give me a wide eye, it is very interesting listening to them. misunderstanding and disagreements are always a part of it. but we teach and guide them how to solve their own problems.
• Play Improves Cognitive Development. refers to how a person perceives, thinks, and gains understanding of his or her world through the interaction of genetic and learned factors. Among the areas of cognitive development are information processing, intelligence , reasoning, language development , and memory. Children who engage in pretend play tend to have more sophisticated levels of interaction with others.Moreover, if children are deprived of play, their long-term capabilities related to problem solving, social skills and academic areas (e.g. literacy, math and science) could be lessened.
• Play Encourages Relationship Building. there are a lot of Social skills benefits for children specially when they go to school. 
•  it helps them on sharing- its can go along way than sharing toys, most important is helping other kids and making friends.
• cooperating kids that can work together with other kids can succesfully get along with other bigger community and contribute a lot from the classroom to the playground in and outside the school.
•  listening does not only mean being quiet. it takes a lot from respecting to absorbing what others are really saying. it takes a big part in communication and important role for his studies academically in future.
  
• following directions , well as part of listening if they can't listen they can't follow directions and vice-versa. It can be a big problem. simple way to practice this is when you talk to your child ask them some follow up question or simply tell them to repeat what you say.
• respect on others personal space some children just crawl up in others people lap, squiz in and break others children's work. practicing simple house rules like knocking it room doors or saying KEEP YOUR HANDS TO YOURSELF will help a lot.
  
• manners as simple as practicing saying as i so called MAGIC WORDS
•  Excuse me
• thank you 
• please 
• sorry
• Yes (rather than what ,when someone called them)
• no thank you (when they don't want)
• eye contact practicing this at home when you talk to your child take a big part. They will feel more connection and they will understand better.

There are certainly numerous aspects to consider on this topic, and I could undoubtedly delve into it further.

It's essential to always bear in mind that PLAY serves as children's primary means of learning and development. It's inherently self-chosen, self-directed, and highly valued, offering a realm of imagination and endless possibilities for kids to explore.

As guardians, parents, or educators, our role is to guide, assist, help, and support children in their play endeavors. Rather than dictating how play should unfold, we engage them with guided questions, allowing them to maintain autonomy and make decisions within their play experiences.

When it comes to toys, there's an abundance of open-ended options available in today's market. Constructive toys like LEGO are popular choices, but simple loose tools and recycled materials found at home, such as fabrics and large boxes, can also foster creativity and imaginative play.

Books play a significant role in stimulating children's imaginations and nurturing a love for reading. Consider exploring resources like "Children Learning Reading" to support this endeavor. Additionally, if introducing screen time occasionally, opt for educational apps aligned with their learning and developmental needs.

Learning Through Play

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Bella the brave Fairy

With self-belief, the possibilities are endless! Join us for a tale of a fairy with delicate wings and a big dream. Experience this mindful journey crafted and illustrated by Claire Henley. Thank you.









     


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How Bilingual and Multilingual is in Favour?

Bilingual 

Recently I took a 5weeks course about understanding and helping Bilingual and Multilingual Learners (BMLs).

Ever since Ive always have an interest in learning more about how to teach and help English Language Learners at school. I have few courses (maybe about 5) that I took about teaching English.

But my recent study is called Teaching and Understanding BMLs. which is really interesting. and Ive learn how important it is to encourage parent and learners to speak in their Mother Tongue (MT) while learning English Language, as it will help them a lot to progress more and faster in learning new language. And hits me ,when Ive learnt how important MT is, realising that my own children does not know how to speak my MT or my husband MT and now they fall on as English is their MT which is I'm not very proud of now.. Well it is still not too late! They are both 5 years old now and it is not too late , I'm starting to speak Tagalog with them and my husband Tamil, at the same time they are learning Bahasa Melayu at school.

 Mother tongue is the language which a child starts hearing after being born and thus, it also helps in providing a definite shape to our emotions and thoughts. Learning in your mother tongue also is crucial in enhancing other skills such as critical thinking, skills to learn a second language and literacy skills.

And here is an addition article from our friend Jeffrey Nelson  about:
The Benefits of Bilingual Education: Why Bilingual Kids Are Smarter


The cognitive benefits of bilingual education are many. It gives bilingual children a great number of benefits. Many of these same benefits are not noted in their monolingual counterparts, therefore further reinforcing the decision to educate children in two languages. The benefits of bilingual education are apparent in several areas.

I Love You!

The first of these areas I would like to discuss is the ability for the bilingual child to outperform his monolingual peers in certain mental abilities such as distilling information; filtering out unimportant information and focusing on the important information. This leads to a bilingual child being better able to prioritize and manage multiple tasks according to research done at Penn State in February of 2011 and reported in Science Daily magazine. Prioritization, and being able to work on multiple projects at the same time, is a lifelong skill necessary for success in many different areas of life. This is one of the best benefits of bilingual education.

As one can imagine, this could be very helpful in today's world. We have so much information and so many distractions, that it may be helpful to have an advanced mechanism to be able to filter all of this information. This also aids the bilingual child when learning, as they are able to focus on the important or pertinent information and ignore the less important information. The conclusion of the above referenced study done at Penn State is very simple: being bilingual is good for you. By extension, the benefits of bilingual education are worth pursuing.

Another interesting study was done by the Swedish Armed Forces Interpreter Academy as reported in Science Daily magazine. They weren't specifically looking at the benefits of bilingual education, but we can make certain inferences from their study. At the academy, young recruits learn languages at a very fast pace. They are chosen for their aptitude and taught languages, such as Arabic, Russian, or Chinese, over a span of about 13 months; from no knowledge to advanced fluency. The pace is intense, and as such was a perfect incubator to examine the brain, and what happens to it under extreme language learning. This would hopefully serve as a snapshot of what the bilingual brain undergoes in their everyday lives.

The study found that language learning actually makes the brain grow. The language learner's brains developed in size in key areas: the hippocampus, which is responsible for learning new material and spatial navigation, as well as three other areas in the cerebral cortex.This growth lends itself to the bilingual, again, becoming a superior language learner later in life. With improved concentration, a larger and stronger hippocampus, and an increased ability to distill information, the bilingual has the opportunity to maximize further learning opportunities; even ones unrelated to language.

Another of the benefits of bilingual education is that it exposes babies and young children to flexible thinking through the medium of two languages. Bilingual children learn that things and events in the world can be called two different things. They can then flexibly switch between the "labels" which gives the brain a great workout. This constant exercising of the brain is what helps the bilingual make gains in things like concentration and focus, according to a University of Washington study done in August of 2009.

Covered above are a few of the benefits of being bilingual as it relates to children and their ability to concentrate and learn. Hopefully this article has done some good in helping debunk some of the myths that bilingual children are somehow lesser than monolingual children in terms of scholastic performance. While the bilingual child's environment is a huge factor, and must be properly calibrated, the fact that a child is bilingual is certainly not a precursor to a child having a hard time in educational environments; it's actually the opposite.

Bilingual education, in a formal setting, helps support bilingual education at home. Both parts of the equation are necessary for the child to truly realize their bilingual potential. The benefits of bilingual education are greatest when exposure is realized across all channels; social and academic....
  Jeffrey Nelson is an author and father of a bilingual child. He is fluent in Spanish and English and runs the site LivingBilingual.

Another article that may be of interest can be found here: [http://livingbilingual.com/2013/06/12/what-is-bilingual-education/]

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And Reading is one of the key base on learning any language. 

Get your child to read!

 

It is important as a foundation of Education to have a habit of reading. As a teacher and a mother i know the importance of reading in a child's interest of learning.

But how we gonna begin the habit of reading to our child? 
Here is the article of Bella Kahn about the 20 Fun Tips to get your Child Read

Here are 20 tips to get you started:


Words are all around us! Every moment is a potential education opportunity. On a routine grocery trip, point out the words on signs, food items and the like and read them aloud with your child.

Reluctant reader? Make your child want to read by providing him with comic books or graphic novels. In no time he'll be hooked and ready to move on to "real" books. And if not? Hey, at least he's reading something!

Kids love independence. Take a trip to the local bookstore with your child and let her make her own selections. She'll be looking forward to tackle the pile of books she chose herself.

Read, read, read! You already knew this but it bears repeating- read with your child at every opportunity.

Check out what your local library has to offer. There are often story telling times and similar programs on schedule.

Encourage reading fluency by having your child read a passage or sentence several times. Another great strategy is reading and rereading familiar books- the bedtime routine is an excellent time to incorporate this.

Do you look forward to reading the next installment of a serial in a weekly magazine? Keep your child in suspense by setting aside time each week -or day- to read one chapter of an interesting children's chapter book together.

Get a subscription to an age appropriate kid's magazine. It'll give your child something to look forward to and he'll hone his reading skills without even realizing.

Eradicate the fear of long words. (I'm pretty sure there's a word for that, but I'll spare you in case you suffer from said phobia.) Whenever you come across a word that's new to your child, whether during reading or in everyday conversation, take the time to explain its meaning. Make a fun game out of cooking up sentences together using the new word.

Let's not forget the greatest vocabulary builder of all time- the humble dictionary. In our digital age, this idea is unfortunately not a no-brainer. The greatest gift to your child's growing vocabulary is to teach him how to use one, and looking up words together.

Remember the rare and exciting teacher-student day at school? Nothing like some role reversal to get your child into the reading spirit. Have her read you a story and make a show out of listening raptly. This is also a great way to gauge her reading skills.

Children learn by example. The next time you relax with a fat novel or light magazine, enjoy it thoroughly with no guilt. Why, you're busy setting an example!

Show your child that words are fun. Make up various word games to play with your child. Who can come up with the most words that rhyme? How many words starting with an "s" can you list? The sky is the limit.

Swap a regular story book with a script for a play. Your child and his friends or siblings will have a blast putting up a skit. Reading their lines over and over during practice? As far as they're
concerned, that's part of the fun!



Is your child obsessed with wild animals? Enamored with her princess doll collection? Take advantage of her passion by getting her books on the subject. Watch her devour them.

Which child wouldn't jump at the opportunity for a cozy baking session with mom? Especially when there's chocolate chips involved? Bake up a storm, taking turns reading the instructions and doing the work.

Playing a brand new board game is all fun and no work, right? There's no need to point out otherwise as your child reads the instructions to get started. Bonus points if the game involves cards that need to be read throughout the game.

When reading to your child, let him choose the character that he wants to play. When you get to a part where that character speaks, your child reads that part in a fun voice.

Offer great incentives to get your child to read. You might want to allow her to stay up 20 minutes after her bedtime, as long as she uses the bonus time to read.

Summer is here, and it's a perfect time to learn a new skill or complete an interesting project. Imagine how accomplished your child will feel when he reaches his goal, having followed instructions in a how-to book on the topic of his choice.


The possibilities to get our kids to read- and read well- are endless. Not every child will respond to your efforts by becoming an avid reader. But by utilizing these tips, you will be incorporating reading into their lives, and that's what counts.

And if you ever find yourself demanding that your child put that book down and go to sleep already!, pat yourself on the back. You did it!

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