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Written by Russ Gadzhiev, PhD 26 June 2022 Self-esteem is how we see ourselves – what we think of ourselves and to what extent we respect ourselves. The same goes for our children. Whether our children will have good and healthy self-esteem in children will depend on many factors, including how much love, support, and […]

Written by Russ Gadzhiev, PhD 26 June 2022 One of the most important self-management skills for students is time management. Time management means organizing and planning your activities effectively so that you manage to complete all of them. Teaching time management is an excellent way of teaching self-management skills to students. Time management skills include

Written by Chris Litherland 2oth June 2022 In this article, we will think about resilience and discuss what a growth mindset is and what it is not. We will ask why it is important to have a growth mindset and think about how to encourage a growth mindset in your child and look at some

We live in a global and multicultural world. Even though this is our reality, we need to create cross-cultural awareness. This means that we need to think about the way we interact with people from different cultures. It is often the case that we become very comfortable with our surroundings and routine. We may never

Written by Russ Gadzhiev 23 June 2022 Student-teacher relationships are important for many reasons. Let us have a look at some of the most important reasons why: There is simple research demonstrating that if students maintain positive relationships with their teachers, then students tend to significantly improve their academic performance. Furthermore, students are more engaged

With the onset of Covid and the emergence of different strains ever so often, lockdowns and social distancing have become the new norm. As a result, kids, especially, are spending more time at home. Now, more than ever, parents must get creative and innovative when helping their children effectively manage their time. Let’s face it,

Written by Russ Gadzhiev, PhD 21 June 2022 We all want to see our children as confident individuals, who will be able to face tricky situations on their own and will be prepared for adult life. Children’s confidence starts being shaped from an early age so parents need to think early on about what they

‘The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall’ – Ralph Waldo Emerson Resilience is the ability to bounce back from stress, challenge, tragedy, trauma or adversity. Some people fall apart under difficult circumstances while others adapt. So, what is the emotional quality that allows some people

by Russ Gadzhiev, PhD June 13, 2022 Effective communication and relationships between parents and students benefit everybody. It is a key factor in how well your child is doing at school and even at home. Just imagine, you, parents and your child’s teachers are the people he or she sees most frequently. So, obviously, it

Written by Russ Gadzhiev, PhD June 16, 2022 Stress is an essential part of students’ life. While short-term stress can stimulate students and help them get their work done, long-term stress can have a detrimental impact on their physical and mental health. Effects of stress on students include having trouble concentrating on a task, being