Multiple Intelligences start with the premise that 'every child is smart'....we just need to help them find out what they are smart in and capitalize on their preferred learning style(s). As an educator, the Multiple Intelligences (MI) Theory (developed by Dr. Howard Gardner, a professor of Education at Harvard University 40 years ago) is not new to me. In fact, I enjoy using Multiple Intelligences strategies in my classrooms to engage my students in learning.In a nutshell, there are at … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2013
What’s a parent to do when your child’s having a fever…
The princess came down with a bout of fever out of the blue on the first Sunday of September. Despite our efforts at sponging and self-medication, her temperature spiked above 40 degrees on two consecutive nights. We became panicky and heeded differing advice offered by well-meaning friends. Being the anxious parents that we are, we started her on a course of antibiotics prematurely which resulted in runny stools for several days after. She's since recovered (Praise God!) but I'll share … [Read more...]
{Giveaway} Swensen’s Brand New Disney Planes Ice-Cream Cakes!
Dana recovered just in time for us to catch Disney's latest blockbuster 'Planes' over the weekend. Not surprisingly, she loves it. The themes of friendship, courage, perseverance and good sportsmanship shone brightly and helped our Princesses' spirits soar. Little did she know that after the movie, there was a little surprise awaiting her at home.The kind folks at Swensen's has delivered a big Disney 'Planes' Ice-Cream Cake just for her! In conjunction with the movie, Swensen’s … [Read more...]
Hai Di Lao Hot Pot: One Pot, Endless Smiles
Today was one of the rare days that Daddy was able to get off work earlier. We decided on a whim to go for dinner at this steamboat restaurant that many of my Mommy friends have been raving about. We both love steamboat and today's wet and rainy weather presents the perfect opportunity to enjoy some steaming hot soup!A screen-grab from Daddy's Facebook...The name 'Hai Di Lao' 海底捞 is catchy and I suspect it might be a pun on the Chinese idiom '海底捞針'. We were warned that this … [Read more...]
To Teachers with Love…
Dana came home from school last week and excitedly reminded me that we need to get gifts for Teachers' Day. So Mommy decided that this year, we will bless the teachers with something simple but heartfelt. I involved Dana in the preparation of these homemade Double Berries Jams - from dicing the fruits, stirring them continuously to bring to a boil, to placing the finishing touch by sticking the gift tags on. We hope that as the teachers relish the jams (with bread, scones, waffles or … [Read more...]
Say it with Disney Planes! 飞机总动员
From the world above “Cars”, descends Disney’s "Planes”! This time, come meet several very remarkable planes full of personality and witness their stories of friendship, courage and action as they take you on a journey of a lifetime! "Planes” features Dusty, a good-natured, fast-flying crop duster who dreams of competing in the most exciting round-the-world air race in history. However, Dusty has to first overcome his fear of heights (acrophobia) before he succeeds!Join Dusty as he pursues his … [Read more...]
Meet The All-New Furby BOOM!
Last Christmas, hordes of parent holiday shoppers snapped up Furbies as Christmas gifts for their kids to the extent that it was out of stock. We never really understood what the hype was about until Dana claimed her classmates have it and so does her playmates in the neighbourhood. For the uninitiated, a Furby is a furry, electronic plush resembling an owl-like pet, complete with a speaking capabilities and, like any pets, a 'mind of it own'.Last month, … [Read more...]