[Update] Please refer to the latest printer and paper recommendation at this post:[Flashcards] What Printer & Paper to Choose I’ve found a way to print flashcards and materials while saving LOTSA time and money. This is a common question that mummies at the recent home practice intensive workshops* asked, so here’re the details for all […]
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Here’s another simple activity that blends right brain and Montessori math… 1. Use a thick marker pen to write numerals on small pieces of card stock. Jae and I worked on 0 to 10 first. Make 2 sets of such cards. 2. Invite the child to stick the corresponding number of dot stickers onto the
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After breakfast, I introduced Vee to a new math activity. A list of simple equations to work out mentally through imaging / memory / intuition (right brain), then check with DIY Montessori hundred board (my free printable is here) and counters. He loves it and blasted through nearly 3 worksheets. He worked mentally, while I
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Here’s how to teach baby multiple languages through flash cards and daily life… Q: Since there are several languages printed on the flash cards, how could we introduce at least the two main Asian languages to the kids in parallel? If the flashcards have both languages, I flash the same cards in English and Chinese on alternate days.
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Heard all the benefits of early right brain education and want to know how to practise it at home? Want to know how to flash cards, how to play memory games, and most importantly, How to have your child run excitedly to you to do home practice? Wish to meet a group of mums enthusiastic about home
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For classic children’s books, I prefer to buy than borrow from the library. This way, they can be read and re-read many times as long as the child enjoys it. Then one day, he starts reciting the entire story word-for-word, such a magical moment! Children’s books with beautiful illustrations and big words are also great for
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Since launching The Ultimate Right Brain Math Program*, I’ve received many enquiries. Here are some of the answers for sharing… Q: What is the difference between the Shichida 63-Day Math Program and the Math Dot printables? A: The Math Random Dots printable consists of dots and numerals 0 to 100, which can be flashed in different
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Wish to give your child a superb headstart in math? Hope that your baby can pick up math concepts easily in future? Want to know how to teach math in a fun way anytime, anywhere? Many of you have asked about Shichida 63-Day Math Program, how to flash math dot cards, etc. After months of preparation,
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On Monday, we’d a whole day of child-led learning that turned out surprisingly well: – The boys spent some time observing a huge crane doing major renovation work at a neighbour’s place. We talked about work safety and diligence. – Vee saw a new poster and recited the times tables – We revised sounds made by
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Here are the top 3 qualities that (I think) make a great sinsei / teacher for young children: 1. Loves children To me, this is the most important because young children are naturally drawn to such teachers. When they’re attracted to the teacher, they’d open up and learn from them. My favourite example is Jae’s Shichida sinsei, whose
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