It’s a tough world.  Are you apprehensive about your child’s chances? Do you want to give our child a head start in life?  Fortunately you are at an advantage.  As a parent you have your child for the most significant growth years of their lives.  You are your child’s first responder and most important teacher.  However parents BEWARE!  You face massive competition for that role. Industries have exploded with competing agendas for your child This advantage of having your child with you cannot however be optimized by a vague, uninformed guide.  Rather you require hands-on interaction with your child, their environment and continuous engagement with experts in child development. In these blogs we will not stroke your sensibilities in sugar coating facts; rather we will say it as it is. 
Why?
So you may take drastic action and stop doing whatever it is that is arresting your child’s development and focus your attention towards the very exciting concept of accelerated learning. SO, first let’s go after the agents of EARLY arrested development.
GADGET INVASION
Smartphones and tablets use among toddlers has increased exponentially in the last decade.  Toddlers are likely to respond more to video screens that initiate interaction, hence the pacifying effect of tablets and thus the substitution of human interaction.  This changes the nature of childhood, replacing playgrounds, toys and storybooks. Infants are now walking up to big screens and swiping them thinking they are tablets. At some point, parents have great regard for these gadgets as a way to pacify their children and later as an entertaining and educational tool.  Children are now learning to use gadgets before they can walk or talk. Is this good or bad? Mostly BAD

ACTION PLAN

Immediately limit your toddler’s interaction with these gadgets. 
5 Reasons Why? 
1.Uncoordinated Brain Development
During toddler years, the brain triples in size. If gadget related content constitutes the majority of what the brain consumes, some  of the results will be long term attention deficiency, impaired learning, cognitive delays, increased impulsivity and a decreased ability to self-regulate.    Alternative Shared Activity: Talk to, read to and sing with your children.
2.Reduced Interaction
With gadgets, they could easily play on their own. Communication is stunted since they surround themselves with inanimate objects. This substitutes human interaction and disrupts the normal communication skill development in children. They may copy and transfer the skill of talking from the screen but fail when socializing with other people. The playgrounds necessitates communication and building relationships. Alternative Shared Activity: Role playing, imitations
3.Obesity
Play activity should not be screen based. It should be outside in the playgrounds.  Calories taken have to be burnt. Inactivity leads to obesity, which leads to unhealthy complications such as diabetes and heart related issues. Expose your kids to physical activity then inculcate technology marginally for a healthier lifestyle as they grow. Alternative Shared Activity: Walk together; go swimming, hiking; show them your childhood games
4.Tantrums 
Unregulated use of gadgets will result in behavioral changes. Tantrums are the most common form of manifestation. As they grow older, kids who are hooked to gadgets are more likely to become disagreeable, grumpy, aggressive and confrontational when unplugged. Alternative Shared Activity: Teach them board games, do jigsaw puzzles, treasure hunts
5.Enhanced Pleasure Points
Smart gadgets are marketed on the basis of their space and speed. Massive content at the touch of a finger. Browsing for some children is like running through a toy store sampling every toy. Try replicating that in real life. By over stimulating their brains you’ll be playing catch up in interesting them in more mundane, though important, activities like sitting in a classroom and listening to the teacher.
In a nutshell
Gadgets skirt the normal development of a child.  Given the choice, rather than exploring and learning the ways of the world, kids would rather stay indoors in front of some screen.   Some parents may find technology helpful since they know that the safety of their child while indoors is secured.  However, the downside is that the child becomes a stranger from the natural world of people, animals, plants, rivers, lakes and sky. 
On the up
Gadgets hold developmental potential for toddlers. Technology use by children should be encouraged, age appropriate and moderated.  But bottom line? While you still have them, let their maximum interaction be with you. By Allen Kigira
  It’s a tough world.  Are you apprehensive about your child’s chances? Do you want to give our child a head start in life?  Fortunately you are at an advantage.  As a parent you have your child for the most significant growth years of their lives.  You are your child’s first responder and most important teacher.  However parents BEWARE!  You face massive competition for that role. Industries have exploded with competing agendas for your child This advantage of having your child with you cannot however be optimized by a vague, uninformed guide.  Rather you require hands-on interaction with your child, their environment and continuous engagement with experts in child development. In these blogs we will not stroke your sensibilities in sugar coating facts; rather we will say it as it is. 
Why?
So you may take drastic action and stop doing whatever it is that is arresting your child’s development and focus your attention towards the very exciting concept of accelerated learning. SO, first let’s go after the agents of EARLY arrested development.
GADGET INVASION
Smartphones and tablets use among toddlers has increased exponentially in the last decade.  Toddlers are likely to respond more to video screens that initiate interaction, hence the pacifying effect of tablets and thus the substitution of human interaction.  This changes the nature of childhood, replacing playgrounds, toys and storybooks. Infants are now walking up to big screens and swiping them thinking they are tablets. At some point, parents have great regard for these gadgets as a way to pacify their children and later as an entertaining and educational tool.  Children are now learning to use gadgets before they can walk or talk. Is this good or bad? Mostly BAD

ACTION PLAN

Immediately limit your toddler’s interaction with these gadgets. 
5 Reasons Why? 
1.Uncoordinated Brain Development
During toddler years, the brain triples in size. If gadget related content constitutes the majority of what the brain consumes, some  of the results will be long term attention deficiency, impaired learning, cognitive delays, increased impulsivity and a decreased ability to self-regulate.    Alternative Shared Activity: Talk to, read to and sing with your children.
2.Reduced Interaction
With gadgets, they could easily play on their own. Communication is stunted since they surround themselves with inanimate objects. This substitutes human interaction and disrupts the normal communication skill development in children. They may copy and transfer the skill of talking from the screen but fail when socializing with other people. The playgrounds necessitates communication and building relationships. Alternative Shared Activity: Role playing, imitations
3.Obesity
Play activity should not be screen based. It should be outside in the playgrounds.  Calories taken have to be burnt. Inactivity leads to obesity, which leads to unhealthy complications such as diabetes and heart related issues. Expose your kids to physical activity then inculcate technology marginally for a healthier lifestyle as they grow. Alternative Shared Activity: Walk together; go swimming, hiking; show them your childhood games
4.Tantrums 
Unregulated use of gadgets will result in behavioral changes. Tantrums are the most common form of manifestation. As they grow older, kids who are hooked to gadgets are more likely to become disagreeable, grumpy, aggressive and confrontational when unplugged. Alternative Shared Activity: Teach them board games, do jigsaw puzzles, treasure hunts
5.Enhanced Pleasure Points
Smart gadgets are marketed on the basis of their space and speed. Massive content at the touch of a finger. Browsing for some children is like running through a toy store sampling every toy. Try replicating that in real life. By over stimulating their brains you’ll be playing catch up in interesting them in more mundane, though important, activities like sitting in a classroom and listening to the teacher.
In a nutshell
Gadgets skirt the normal development of a child.  Given the choice, rather than exploring and learning the ways of the world, kids would rather stay indoors in front of some screen.   Some parents may find technology helpful since they know that the safety of their child while indoors is secured.  However, the downside is that the child becomes a stranger from the natural world of people, animals, plants, rivers, lakes and sky. 
On the up
Gadgets hold developmental potential for toddlers. Technology use by children should be encouraged, age appropriate and moderated.  But bottom line? While you still have them, let their maximum interaction be with you. By Allen Kigira

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Are you worried about your child’s exam results? Does your child seem stressed and anxious? It is never too early to start preparing your child for exams. In this article, we’ll be sharing the best helpful tips for preparing your child for their upcoming exam. 

  1. Get All the Information About the Exam

The first thing you must do is to find out what they need to know about the exam, including the exam dates, what material will be covered, and at what level of difficulty it’ll be. From there, you should go over any areas that might have been skipped or not fully understood during their studies. This information will also help plan an effective study time table.

2. Teach Your Child to Ask Questions When They Do Not Understand the Topic 

Make yourself available for your child to ask questions. Don’t be irritated by your child’s (silly) questions. Properly answer them. Asking questions is very beneficial for your child because it helps them learn, revise, and remember the topic. Asking questions will also make your child very confident that they have the correct answers in the exam.

3. Create A Conducive Study Space

Setting up a designated study space at home can make studying easier. When your child is studying, keep the area nearby quiet. Advise their relatives not to disturb them. The child’s bedroom would be perfect for keeping away from distractions. But if it’s not possible, your child can study in a public or school library.

4. Create a Study Time Table

To prepare the most effective study timetable, get to know your child’s school and home schedule. Ideally, they should study for at least 30 minutes every day after homework. Create good study habits by studying from the beginning of the term. Ensure that your child is also learning their school class lessons properly and use the home study time to practice what they learned.

5. Conduct Sample Test Sessions

When you are sure that your child has covered the examination content, give him/her a mock test using past exam papers. Make sure to time the exam and mark the papers together to identify their weak areas. Testing also helps the students to overcome the fear of exams and understand how best to manage their time. Find time to do this beneficial activity that will improve their performance.

6. Use the Good Study Methods

Unfortunately, cramming is not a very effective method for studying because the student does not learn the material. It is also confusing for the student when they are asked a different question than what they crammed.

Some of the best and most effective study methods include: 

  • Mind mapping help to master and understand the study material
  • Memorization and recall techniques
  • Memory expansion skills

These are a few of the skills we teach at the Peak Performance course called the ‘Performance Accelerator Program.’ With these skills, studying will become more enjoyable and improve your child’s exam results. Click here to learn more.

5. Balance Study with Life.

A well-balanced life is a key to student success. Research has shown that a healthy, balanced lifestyle can help students perform better in school and have more energy throughout the day. In addition to academic benefits, this improved mental state can lead to your child’s healthier body and mind. Parents should be mindful of the balance between their children’s social lives and academics as they grow up. Provide opportunities to play sports and socialize so they grow to be wholesome adults.

6. Must Eat Well and Get enough Sleep

When it comes to school performance, nutrition matters! Studies show that healthy foods can improve academic achievement among students of all ages. One study found that students given more nutritious breakfasts with fresh fruit and vegetables had higher test scores in all subjects over an academic year than those provided sugary cereals as their first meal of the day. Teach your children the value of healthy meals and serve more wholegrain foods with many fruits, vegetables and superfoods. Drinking water is also crucial for brain performance.

Similarly, the sleep cycle of your child should be eight hours every day. Proper Sleep helps to reduce stress, anxiety and improves memory.

7. Keep Away Distractions from Gadgets

Young people get easily distracted by Television and phones, iPads and other gadgets. Keep these gadgets away during study time to help them to fully concentrate on the work to be done. Use the gadgets as rewards for finishing a study session well or for improving their grades.

8. Encourage, Encourage, Encourage!

Having taken over 30,000 students through our programs, we have found that the biggest hindrance to better performance is low self-belief and self-esteem. This is why we always begin our programs with the student’s Mindset. This session helps them to identify their limiting beliefs (such as, ‘Maths is too hard for me’) and about themselves (such as, ‘I’m not beautiful/ handsome’) and build empowering ones about their abilities to pass all exams. 

As a parent, your love and support have a significant role in building your child’s self-concept. Therefore, encourage them as much as possible. Even when they fail an exam, tell them they can do better and promote some more.  

In conclusion, parents must play a role in the exam preparation process of your child. However, there are critical skills that students need to have to perform at their highest level. These are the study skills mentioned, accelerated learning techniques, improved self-belief, and exam day preparation methods. Our Performance Accelerator Programs will give your child a great advantage to passing their exams and achieving their dreams! Listen to what past students and parents have said here.
Learn more about the program here.

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