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[SAHM_TAN]

I read this book about 8 months ago, but I still feel deeply about it.


Outliners: The story of success by Malcolm Gladwe

It’s an interesting an engaging read. It list a number of factors for success such as being born as the right time (in term of industrial development, world wars), the right months (due to cut off dates for school, as in if cut off date is 1st Jan, those born in the Jan - Mar, tend to have nore opportunities because level of maturity will be view as more capable and be put in better class, learn more, practice more in terms of more homework, etc so begin a cycle of self-fulfilling prophecy), 10 000hrs of practice (to be hardworking and do persistent work, the time to clock to be expert be it in the area of sports, academic, music, biz, etc so as to have the experience and skills), opportunities (people in ur life, even unfavourable circumstances, even luck as in right place right time), cultural legacies.

The bottomline is, though there might be certain historical events that is out of our control, if we are smart enough, go to a good enough school, hardworking and persistent to clock the time to build the expert skills and knowledgde, of our interest, and have the presence of mind to grab opportunities, we can all succeed.

At the end of the chapter, the author analyse why poor kids do poorly compared to rich kids academically in US school. They did a test and found that when the kids are in school they did comparely well for both groups in first year of school. The gap in performance starts to show as the years progress and the cause was determined to be the school holiday. During school holidays, the rich kids go for enrichment programme and have access to resources to improve themselves academically while the poor kids play. Over the years the school holidays provided the extra time for the rich kids to surpass the poor kids academically. There is a KIPP school that target the poor kids (of 12 yrs old), to gain admission is via balloting so they do not select through IQ or test results. The students go through 10 hrs of study excluding homework, even go back to school on Sat and school holidays. As a result more than 80% of them are able to go to college.

Are we reducing our talents when the schools try to find out who are the brightest and who are not in primary schools, ?

Maybe school holidays should be reduced so that kids who need more help can be helped by the teachers.

If school holidays are not reduced then kids who need more time and practice to learn the skills, knowledge and competencies will have to turn to tuition centres or the parents will have to take over. Kids from disadvantaged families will be gradually left behind. Unless they go to the public libraries to read and learn.

Although the findings in the book may not be very scientific, I find it rather logical.

[SAHM_TAN]

WCW:

yes, like the saying u have to born in a rich family then you have win half the battle...

Still have to depend on many factors. If person lazy, then chances of success will be reduced.

[snowball]

hi friends, there is this book i borrowed at national library, and i love it so much that i would like th share with you.


<The Smart Woman’s Guide to Staying at Home > by Melissa Hill

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[SAHM_TAN]

snowball:

hi friends, there is this book i borrowed at national library, and i love it so much that i would like th share with you.


<The Smart Woman's Guide to Staying at Home > by Melissa Hill

Sorry I dont know how to download the picture.....

Is it about SAHM? Will check it out when I next visit the library. Thanks

[Champion]

snowball:

hi friends, there is this book i borrowed at national library, and i love it so much that i would like th share with you.


<The Smart Woman's Guide to Staying at Home > by Melissa Hill

Sorry I dont know how to download the picture.....

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[snowball]

Champion:

snowball:

hi friends, there is this book i borrowed at national library, and i love it so much that i would like th share with you.


<The Smart Woman's Guide to Staying at Home > by Melissa Hill

Sorry I dont know how to download the picture.....

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Hi Champion, how u do it ? is amazing!!! :rahrah: thanks
btw u read this book too? love it ?

[SAHM_TAN]

snowball:

Champion:

[quote=\"snowball\"]hi friends, there is this book i borrowed at national library, and i love it so much that i would like th share with you.


<The Smart Woman's Guide to Staying at Home > by Melissa Hill

Sorry I dont know how to download the picture.....

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Hi Champion, how u do it ? is amazing!!! :rahrah: thanks
btw u read this book too? love it ?[/quote]From the book cover, I like the line about keep your independence, will check which library has it when I get the chance. Thanks

[Champion]

snowball:

Champion:

[quote=\"snowball\"]hi friends, there is this book i borrowed at national library, and i love it so much that i would like th share with you.


<The Smart Woman's Guide to Staying at Home > by Melissa Hill

Sorry I dont know how to download the picture.....

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Hi Champion, how u do it ? is amazing!!! :rahrah: thanks
btw u read this book too? love it ?[/quote]Hi Hi!
No problem; I love to do search in google then download the pic and upload here via the tinypic found at the bottom of the page to share with all . I have not read this book before but will do so if i have the chance :lol:

[Champion]

WCW:

what is the book abt http://www.glitter-graphics.com

http://www.amazon.com/Smart-Womans-Guide-Staying-Home/dp/0091855969

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This guide shows how becoming a housewife can work financially and how it doesn't have to be a life of drudgery and boredom. It tells you how to prioritize your time so that once traditional household tasks have been done there is still time left to nurture your children and enjoy yourself.

[Champion]

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Hello,
Share with you all another great book that I have read but am planning to re-read it again :imcool:

http://www.amazon.com/Five-Love-Languages-Children/dp/1881273652

A very dear friend recommended this book to me a year ago when we were sharing about parenting, kids, schools, etc....This book really came in handy and I learnt and tried to apply what I have learnt towards my children

\"To be their best, children need to feel loved. But if you and your child speak different love languages, your affection might get lost in translation, affecting the child's attitude, behavior, and development. Dr. Gary Chapman's groundbreaking Five Love Languages series has helped millions of couples communicate love more clearly, and Dr. Ross Campbell M.D. has applied the innovative system to children as well. The Five Love Languages of Children gives practical suggestions for learning how your children interpret love and creating a sense of security in which they can thrive\".