One of the key life-skills that we set out to inculcate in our daughter as she begins her primary school education is the ability to focus and concentrate. This includes being able to focus during lessons and being able to concentrate to complete all the tasks set before her. Think about it – the ability to focus and concentrate affects an adult’s performance at work too, given how our attention span (according to a Microsoft study) has got reduced to only 8-seconds (shorter than a … [Read more...]
Julius Caesar by Singapore Repertory Theatre
Murder Most Foul. Quite honestly, I wasn’t familiar with the story of Julius Caesar but that didn’t made any difference. This is coming from someone whose knowledge of the play, was about the famous Roman ruler who died in the hands of his infamous friend, and yes, that final phrase ‘Et tu Brute’. In fact my 10 year old daughter’s knowledge of the plot far eclipses mine. Despite that, I enjoyed Shakespeare in the Park: Julius Caesar thoroughly! Here are 5 reasons we think … [Read more...]
Benefits of Slow Juicing with Hurom Juicer
When cancer came knocking “People generally don’t think about what they eat or drink…until cancer hits them.” I was making this remark to a close friend over the weekend. In fact, the truth is, we were like that too. While we don’t purposefully load ourselves with fatty, oily or sugary food, we weren't mindful of the nutrients our body needs to recuperate and rebuild. We had been guilty of being indifferent about diet and nutrition until cancer came knocking. One of the first lifestyle … [Read more...]
{Giveaway} Nanyang Optical – Eyelet Junior For Kids
Singapore has one of the highest childhood myopia rates in the world. More worryingly, Singapore is actually top in the world for having the highest prevalence of childhood myopia in seven to nine year olds! This is somewhat attributed to our digital lifestyle habits. Myopia can be hereditary and may be passed on when these kids themselves become parents themselves one day. Education therefore is key. However, this role cannot only be performed by school teachers or by the … [Read more...]
Shopping for Kids’ Bunk Bed at Star Living
For most Singaporeans, we live in apartments where space is a premium. During our recent move, we decided to get the kids a bunk bed to save space. Yes, although the new home is slightly bigger, the kids are also growing bigger and all needed more living space. Our 9 year-old needs more space for her books, her study desk and even a place for her to read and wind down, while our 3 year-old has taken a strong liking to vehicular toys (read big chunky toys) as well as irregular shaped board books. … [Read more...]
{Giveaway} Act 3 International Presents: The Very Hungry Caterpillar & Other Eric Carle Favourites
In our home, Eric Carle is THE most requested author for bedtime real-alouds. Even our 3 year old Buddy would randomly pick up Eric Carle's books in his free time and mimic reading, much to our amusement. He also could remember the story of The Very Hungry Caterpillar by heart. So it is with great anticipation and excitement when we knew that ACT 3 International is bringing the Mermaid Theatre of Nova Scotia, Canada to Singapore again to present 'The Very Hungry Caterpillar and Other Eric Carle … [Read more...]
PayPal Kids in Tech Code Camp – The Experience
Education is not the filling of a pail but the lighting of a fire” - William Butler Yeats. Fire! This was the Willam Yeats quote that came to my mind when I entered the room at PayPal office, the venue of the Kids in Tech 2017 Code Camp. You could literally see the sparkle in each of the children's eyes as they communicated with each other, putting in the finishing touches to their projects, with some nudging their parents eagerly to come forward and take a peep at their … [Read more...]
{Giveaway} West Side Story in Singapore
West Side Story is one of those hallmark musicals where timeless tunes such as ‘Tonight’, ‘Maria’, ‘America’ and the highly popular, 'I Feel Pretty' originated. It's now back on Singapore shores from 13th to 30 September 2017. Here’s sharing our review: The Music and Songs: With music and lyrics composed by legendary composer, Leonard Bernstein and Stephen Soundheim, it is a real treat to be able to see and hear these iconic tunes performed LIVE (yes, there’s an actual orchestra … [Read more...]
Original Sprout Review & Giveaway
"Natural Organic Vegan hair care, bath, and styling products for the entire Family" Original Sprout was conceptualised and launched in 2003 by Inga Tritt, a master hairstylist and mother from Santa Barbara, California who wanted to create products that were safe for her newborn baby’s sensitive skin and hair. Today, Original Sprout is a globally trusted natural family brand. According to People Magazine, Catherine, The Duchess of Cambridge uses this eco-friendly hair gel to tame Prince … [Read more...]
When ‘Dirt’ is Good – The Benefits of Outdoor Play
Temptation of the Indoors: Singapore’s hot and humid climate can be a strong deterrent for children to indulge more often in outdoor play. Parents we know shun outdoors because of the following reasons: 1) Too hot – Risk of kids getting heatstroke, dehydration or triggering eczema flare reactions from exposure to the heat and humidity. 2) Too ‘dirty’ – Heat, sweat and humidity often make the environment more germy and ‘dirty’. In addition to kids getting soiled, there are always the … [Read more...]
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