By Siyona Varghese Age seven is often called a “leap year” in childhood development. Children begin showing sharper thinking skills, longer attention spans, and a growing ability to understand more complex ideas. These sudden improvements often called cognitive jumps are exciting, but they also need the right kind of support from parents and teachers. Here’s […]
By Siyona Varghese Around age seven, something remarkable happens in a child’s mind. Problems that once felt overwhelming suddenly become challenges they want to figure out. Tasks that needed constant guidance begin to shift toward independent thinking. Parents often notice it without realizing the science behind it: their child becomes more curious, more logical, and […]
By Siyona Varghese Seven is a special age. Children are beginning to discover who they are, how they fit into the world, and what they’re capable of. This is the stage where self-esteem the sense of “I can do things, I matter, and I am valued” becomes incredibly important. Healthy self-esteem helps 7-year-olds tackle challenges, […]
By Siyona Varghese Preschoolers make sense of their world not through long conversations or written words, but through play. Whether they’re stacking blocks, dressing dolls, or pretending to cook a meal, every playful moment is a chance to learn, express, and connect. For children in early childhood, especially those struggling with emotions or social interactions, […]
By Siyona Varghese Play is a child’s first language. Long before children can form sentences or express thoughts clearly, they communicate through gestures, laughter, sounds, and imagination. For children with special needs especially those experiencing speech or language delays play becomes an even more powerful bridge to communication. It creates a natural, pressure-free environment where […]
By Siyona Varghese Children with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) are often described as energetic, curious, and imaginative qualities that can make traditional classroom learning a challenge, but also a tremendous strength when approached the right way. Play, which naturally engages attention, movement, and creativity, can be one of the most effective ways to help children with […]
By Siyona Varghese At age six, children begin navigating the exciting world of reading, writing, math, and more formal classroom routines. For some, this transition feels smooth. For others, it can be filled with frustration, confusion, and self-doubt especially if they learn differently from their peers. As a parent, noticing that your child might struggle […]
By Siyona Varghese Leadership isn’t reserved for adults in boardrooms or professionals with years of experience. The foundation of strong, ethical leadership begins in early childhood—with confident, curious, and compassionate children. At around six years old, children begin to assert their independence, take initiative in play, and influence peers through words and actions. This is […]
By Siyona Varghese At the age of six, children are at a pivotal stage of development—bursting with energy, ideas, and an insatiable drive to understand the world around them. This period marks a shift from the imaginative play of early childhood to more structured learning, yet the underlying fuel for both is the same: curiosity. […]
By Siyona Varghese By age six, children are entering a phase of rapid and fascinating cognitive development. Their thinking becomes more logical, their memory sharpens, and their curiosity explodes. They ask complex questions, experiment with cause and effect, and begin to understand time, rules, and social roles in greater depth. This stage lays the […]
