By Siyona Varghese Discipline is often misunderstood as punishment, but for 6-year-olds, discipline is most effective when rooted in connection not control. At this age, children are navigating a complex mix of growing independence, emotional swings, and a stronger sense of right and wrong. They’re curious, social, and eager to be understood. They test boundaries […]
By Siyona Varghese In today’s digital age, even the youngest members of society are navigating the online world. From interactive learning apps and animated videos to digital classrooms and games, children as young as six are becoming familiar with the internet. While this opens up exciting educational and creative possibilities, it also raises important concerns […]
By Siyona Varghese As children grow and begin to explore the world beyond their immediate families, they encounter a range of new environments—classrooms, playgrounds, extracurricular activities, and online spaces. In each of these settings, trust becomes an important theme. Who can they rely on? Where do they feel secure? And how can they tell the […]
By Siyona Varghese At age six, children are filled with curiosity, energy, and strong emotions. They’re learning how to manage impulses, make choices, and behave in ways that are respectful of others. But this doesn’t always come naturally especially when they’re excited, frustrated, or tired. That’s where self-control comes in. Self-control is a critical life […]
By Siyona Varghese Teaching consent and body safety to six-year-olds is a vital step in helping them grow up with self-respect, confidence, and strong personal boundaries. At this age, children are developing a clearer sense of their own identity, emotions, and relationships with others. They are also learning to understand the difference between safe and […]
By Siyona Varghese At six years old, children are beginning to explore their world with greater independence. They are walking to school bus stops, visiting friends’ homes, using playground equipment, and participating in more structured group activities. With this growing independence comes the need to understand and follow basic safety rules. Teaching safety at this […]
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 forming the emotional and social foundations that will guide them through school and life. This is a key time to introduce the values of respect and empathy—not just as abstract ideas, but as daily practices. Teaching children how to treat others with kindness, listen with […]
By Siyona Varghese In early childhood, particularly between ages 5 and 7, children begin to develop deeper social awareness. Friendships become more selective, and group dynamics start to take shape. During this time, it’s common for children to form tightly knit peer groups—what adults might describe as “cliques.” While the term often carries negative connotations, […]
By Siyona Varghese At six years old, children are navigating a new social world filled with games, group activities, classroom rules, and shared spaces. While these experiences help them grow socially, they also introduce inevitable conflicts. Disagreements over turns, rules, or personal space are common at this age—not because children are misbehaving, but because they […]
