2019 PSLE Discussions and Strategies (Children born in 2007)
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1. Brain Food: Salmon
Fatty fish, such as salmon, is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids that are needed for brain growth and function. Getting enough of these fatty acids can help kids improve their mental skills.
Make salmon sandwiches (on whole wheat bread) instead of tuna for a healthy alternative.
2. Brain Food: Eggs
Eggs are a great source of protein, and their yolks have choline, an important nutrient for memory development.
Try a homemade breakfast burrito, loaded with veggies for a quick and healthy breakfast before school.
3. Brain Food: Peanut Butter
Kids love peanut butter, and that's a good thing since this healthy snack is packed with vitamin E, an antioxidant that protects nerve membranes. It also has thiamin, which is good for the brain, and glucose which gives energy.
Peanut butter makes a great dip for fruits such as bananas, and for veggies such as celery.
4. Brain Food: Whole Grains
Whole grains such as breads and cereals provide glucose, an energy source the brain needs. Whole grains also contain B vitamins, which are good for the nervous system.
Add whole grains to most meals by switching to whole grain breads, wraps, and crackers.
5. Brain Food: Oats/Oatmeal
Oats and oatmeal are excellent sources of energy and brain \"fuel.\" Oats are packed with fiber to help keep kids feeling full so they don't snack on junk food. They are also an excellent source of vitamins E, B complex, and zinc to help kids' brains work their best.
Oatmeal can be a base for almost any topping such as apples, bananas, blueberries or even almonds.
6. Brain Food: Berries
Berries can help improve memory and are packed with vitamin C and other antioxidants. Seeds from berries also contain omega-3 fats that help with brain function. Look for strawberries, cherries, blueberries, and blackberries - the more intense the color of the berry, the more nutrition it has.
Berries can be used in smoothies or just as they are for healthy snacks or desserts.
7. Brain Food: Beans
Bean, beans, good for the heart� so the saying goes. They are also good for kid's brains since they have energy from protein, complex carbohydrates, fiber, and vitamins and minerals. They can keep energy levels high. Kidney and pinto beans are good choices as they contain more omega-3 fatty acids that other bean varieties, which are important for brain growth and function.
Add beans as a salad topper, as filler for lettuce wraps, or even add them to spaghetti for a more nutritious meal.
8. Brain Food: Colorful Veggies
Vegetables with rich, deep color are an excellent source of antioxidants to keep the brain cells healthy. Some veggies to include in your child's diet are tomatoes, sweet potatoes, pumpkin, carrots, or spinach. It's easy to sneak veggies into spaghetti sauces or soups.
Replace potato or corn chips in your child's lunch with baked sweet potato wedges or easy-to-snack-on veggies such as sugar snap peas or baby carrots.
9. Brain Food: Milk & Yogurt
B vitamins are necessary for growth of brain tissue, neurotransmitters, and enzymes, and dairy products are a good source for these nutrients. Low fat milk or yogurt is great sources of protein and carbohydrates foe the brain. Dairy is also an excellent source of vitamin D, which children and teens need in greater amounts than adults.
Low-fat cheese sticks make a great to-go snack and are a good source of calcium.
10. Brain Food: Lean Beef (or Meat Alternative)
Lean beef or meat alternatives are excellent sources of iron, which helps kids maintain energy and focus in school. Beef is also a good source of zinc, which aids memory. Vegetarian kids can get their iron from black bean and soy burgers. Beans have what is called nonheme iron, which needs vitamin C to be absorbed so have them eat their veggie burgers or beans with good sources of vitamin C such as peppers or orange juice.
Grilled lean-meat kabobs or grilled black bean burgers make a tasty and healthy alternative to regular hamburgers and hotdogs for your next barbeque.
http://www.webmd.com/add-adhd/childhood-adhd/features/brain-foods-kids
http://www.bbcgoodfood.com/howto/guide/10-foods-boost-your-brainpower -
any other school got Chinese Show & Tell, this year ?
can share what P2 Topics, for Show & Tell, besides Chinese New Year ? Thanks -
comrades,
We should also start to buy a big A4 sized file, get ready to collect any certificate to help our piggies build up portfolio, to present for DSA interview, in 2019 P6 July / August.
We have time, from now until next 4 years, to help them consolidate their portfolio.
piggies who have yet to start a Cca :
time to explore which Cca is suitable. -
icy_mama:
You are my ksp version of Nigella Lawson - your menus are :drool:
Oops, seeing my nick is like seeing a walking piece of steak?
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phtthp:
I think academic portfolio can start in P4. Anything before is moot.comrades,
We should also start to buy a big A4 sized file, get ready to collect any certificate to help our piggies build up portfolio, to present for DSA interview, in 2019 P6 July / August.
We have time, from now until next 4 years, to help them consolidate their portfolio.
piggies who have yet to start a Cca :
time to explore which Cca is suitable.
Personally I feel the best at this age is to explore and encourage their interests - art, dance, chess, sports etc. it serves as both an outlet and a creative stimulant, plus it is a healthy hobby. Any achievements can of course be recorded in the form of certificates or photos.
Remember everyone is going to be mugging for PSLE. DSA is looking for that INDIVIDUAL with spark. I know not everyone will agree with this, but I feel to get in through DSA in an area that is not of one's interest is a burden, a burden to be carried for the next 4 years. A teacher friend was telling me about a student who got into a top girls school via sports. The student told my friend - Ms X, the thing is I don't even like (the sport). The student was not happy, but resigned.
Our children mostly try to please us. But our best gift to them is to help them be true to themselves or they may find themselves very lost later in life. -
Tingxie, spelling, coming up every week.
Tingxie getting hard now : got to write in one full complete sentences, no longer 1 or 2 word in P1
Do you all have moxie, besides tingxie ? -
phtthp:
Spelling already started this week. 10 + 2 bonus words.Tingxie, spelling, coming up every week.
Tingxie getting hard now : got to write in one full complete sentences, no longer 1 or 2 word in P1
Do you all have moxie, besides tingxie ?
Tingxie list haven't distribute yet. I am not chasing it though
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Why got 2 bonus words ?
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phtthp:
Why got 2 bonus words ?
Bonus words = impromptu -
phtthp:
so sorryy.. i choose p2, 2014.. and i actualy downloaded 2013 files.. faintz.. so blur..
Thanks, comrademicollh:
http://www.java-samples.com/testpapers/index.php
i got it from here. choose P2, 2014
But return \"No results found\", for 2014 P2 (English, Maths, Chinese)
But other level like P6 : got a lot of 2014 P6 Test papers found.
or 2013 P2 : also a lot of Test papers
But not for 2014 P2 : No results found
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