Hong Wen

[hquek]

This is becoming more cheem to me. When my kids are young (and still they are quite young), I only focus on languages - english and chinese. I give them the help I can (read to them, buy books - okay, that part is my addiction).


I tried to coach DS1 in Maths but failed becos he doesn’t catch any ball and I get all worked up. Then I decided to stop and leave it to his kindy teacher. Happily, and I think in part due to his english standard, his maths results have been alright.

[fel2729]

No matter what our stand is. I believe all parents are the same is to gv the best to our children

[fairymoss]

Hi All


I’m a newbie here. I am quite sotong over what to prepare for DS for start of P1 next week. I still couldn’t figure out which gate is which. Where to pick up DS from school etc. Can the kind mummies and daddies here share some information on what to expect for the first few days? DS still doesn’t know how to count money yet and I’m worried that he will have problems with buying food after the 9 days of catered food is over. Looking at DS, I wonder if he will be able to pack his own bag, responsible for his own belongings etc. Although he has been to childcare for K1 & K2, he is still at times dependent on the teachers to remind him of his belongings and often left things behind in school. Gosh, I think I got to buy extra stationery in case he loses them.

Anyone has kids who are in Pro-teach (hongwen)? Can share what they do over there? I tried to access the pro-teach website but it’s blocked.

[lionheart]

Staying Independent


i would like to see a 10-11 yr child to manage this on his own (independent) without any parental intervention.

1. He finished a whole fish … removing bones on his/her own.
2. When he travels, do his own laundry, pack his own luggage.
3. When he does not do well in his studies… he comes to you and said "Dad… i will buck up"
4. No reminder from parent about his homework.
5. Stay cool and courteous. Be Nice.

I believe these are more important things to learn/know than academic excellence. Basically, we can’t be there with our child all the time.

[lionheart]

hquek:

This is becoming more cheem to me. When my kids are young (and still they are quite young), I only focus on languages - english and chinese. I give them the help I can (read to them, buy books - okay, that part is my addiction).


I tried to coach DS1 in Maths but failed becos he doesn't catch any ball and I get all worked up. Then I decided to stop and leave it to his kindy teacher. Happily, and I think in part due to his english standard, his maths results have been alright.

Not cheem lah. Seek professional help; learns the learning profile of your child.

I agree with your appraoch.. \"I tried to coach DS1 in Maths but failed becos he doesn't catch any ball and I get all worked up. Then I decided to stop and leave it to his kindy teacher.\".. It is better not to confuse the kid. leave it to the teacher to do it. That's what i meant.. if we are unsure.. hands off. Leave it to the professional to do it.

[hquek]

hi lionheart,


Yes, before I damage maths for him permanently, I decided to hands off. Better someone who knows the right way to teach than my ‘could potentially be wrong’ methods.

[hquek]

fairymoss:

Hi All


I'm a newbie here. I am quite sotong over what to prepare for DS for start of P1 next week. I still couldn't figure out which gate is which. Where to pick up DS from school etc. Can the kind mummies and daddies here share some information on what to expect for the first few days? DS still doesn't know how to count money yet and I'm worried that he will have problems with buying food after the 9 days of catered food is over. Looking at DS, I wonder if he will be able to pack his own bag, responsible for his own belongings etc. Although he has been to childcare for K1 & K2, he is still at times dependent on the teachers to remind him of his belongings and often left things behind in school. Gosh, I think I got to buy extra stationery in case he loses them.

Anyone has kids who are in Pro-teach (hongwen)? Can share what they do over there? I tried to access the pro-teach website but it's blocked.

hi Fairymoss, welcome to ksp, and to HWS!

okay, HWS should have sent you letter on what to pack for first few days in primary school. So follow that. on top of it, just bring a water bottle for your child (labelled, of course).

If you are picking up/dropping off, it's at the pedestrian gate closest to the zebra crossing. It's right opposite the block of hdb flats. I think it's called gate 6 (but I also sotong). I drive and also like to use that gate (rather than the main gate becos there is a queue of cars waiting to enter the main driveway).

Don't fret too much. if you are worried, for a while after that, pack some food for your kid - buy bread, make bento. If your child prefers to buy, I'm sure he will let you know NOT to make those. As for money, I usually give DS in small denominations - 1qty $1 coin, 1qty 50cent coins, 2qty 20cents coin for example. And I'll top up daily if balance is a bit low - don't want him to bring too much to school.

During the first few weeks after the 9 days, there will be a buddy to help your child with payment etc. After that, I think they are let out a bit earlier so don't have to jostle with the bigger kids (I'm not clear on this last bit, just hazarding a guess). Don't worry, all kids will learn to manage.

For packing of bag, it's good to involve him. Get him to do it and then you inspect. daily wise, not very much re-packing to do. Just remember the storybook.

[lionheart]

hquek:

hi lionheart,


Yes, before I damage maths for him permanently, I decided to hands off. Better someone who knows the right way to teach than my 'could potentially be wrong' methods.

Wait till he reached P4.. you will totally agree of what you had done for him..

[simsl_sg]

The jacket cost $22 from book shop. Dark blue in color.

[lionheart]

simsl_sg:

The jacket cost $22 from book shop. Dark blue in color.

make sure check the jacket..

Last time, there was a parent complained that both sleeves were not equal in Length..

Check before you buy. :).