Playful Home Education Blog

Ban Heavy School bags for Better Child Health

Eniokos

Pedagogy/Psychology/Parenting

Ban Heavy School bags for Better Child Health

Do you know heavy school bags are possibly damaging your child's future health and happiness? Stand up against it Now.

Mandatory Kannada in schools: why it is a problem for non-native children

Eniokos

Pedagogy/Psychology/Parenting

Mandatory Kannada in schools: why it is a problem for non-native children

Why is it a problem for many non-native families if Karnataka makes Kannada the first or second language at schools?

Kannada made compulsory in schools: how to teach non-native children

Eniokos

Pedagogy/Psychology/Parenting

Kannada made compulsory in schools: how to teach non-native children

Here are the most effective learning techniques for teaching Kannada to non-native children. Tips for schools, teachers, and parents.

Five Play-Based Activities for Panchaadi Approach

Eniokos

Pedagogy/Psychology/Parenting

Five Play-Based Activities for Panchaadi Approach

5 example activities with tips for the 'Play' component of Panchaadi Technique of teaching recommended by the #NCF.

10 Mistakes You May Be Making When Teaching English To Children

Eniokos

Pedagogy/Psychology/Parenting

10 Mistakes You May Be Making When Teaching English To Children

Here are the keys to teaching English as a second language to children successfully. Avoid these 10 mistakes and know the ideas that work.

Indian National Festivals: Independence Day & Republic Day Activities

Eniokos

Art Activities for Preschool Kids

Indian National Festivals: Independence Day & Republic Day Activities

Here are some ideas to celebrate India's Independence Day on 15 August and Republic Day on 26 January with your child.

Makar Sankranti/Pongal Festival Themed Art and Craft Activities For Kids

Reema

Art Activities for Preschool Kids

Makar Sankranti/Pongal Festival Themed Art and Craft Activities For Kids

Makar Sankranti is an important festival in most parts of India. Here are some fun learning activities to do during this festival time.

Christmas Board Books for Infants & Toddlers

Eniokos

Books and Children

Christmas Board Books for Infants & Toddlers

Here are the best lovely Christmas themed board books for toddlers & infants - perfect for listening and early learning.

Eniokos

Books and Children

Christmas Theme Books

Recommended Christmas Books for Kids for Fun and Learning!

Eniokos

Art Activities for Preschool Kids

Christmas Based Activities for Kids

The colourful and giving-spirit of Christmas is perfect for fun-filled learning activities. Here are some ideas.

Reema

Motor Skills Activities and Ideas

Christmas Crafts Galore

Some super simple Christmas crafts for kids!

How to do Drama Activities with Kids at Home: Indian Themes and Story Ideas

Eniokos

Art Activities for Preschool Kids

How to do Drama Activities with Kids at Home: Indian Themes and Story Ideas

Here is how to do drama activities at home with your child - explained step by step, with story ideas.

From Playdough to Pencil Grasp: Developing Fine Motor Skills in Kids

Eniokos

Motor Skills Activities and Ideas

From Playdough to Pencil Grasp: Developing Fine Motor Skills in Kids

What are fine motor skills, why are they important, and how can you boost your child's skills.

Reema

Art Activities for Preschool Kids

Dussehra Activities and Crafts for Kids

Here are some ideas for art, craft, and learning activities to celebrate Durga Puja / Navaratri / Dussehra with your child.

From Phonics to Comprehension: Adapting Reading Instruction for Multilingual Learners

Andrea Gibbs

English Learning For Preschool Kids

From Phonics to Comprehension: Adapting Reading Instruction for Multilingual Learners

When teaching a multilingual child, explore these strategies for adapting reading instruction and watch their language skills bloom!

Art and Craft Ideas for Ganesh Chaturthi

Reema

Festivals Activities for Kids

Art and Craft Ideas for Ganesh Chaturthi

Ganesh Chaturthi Art & Craft Activities for Children

Reema

Art Activities for Preschool Kids

Diwali Activities for Kids

Deepavali/Diwali is one of the biggest festivals in India. Here are some fun filled activities which your child will love to do!

Engineer's Day STEM Activities for Children

Reema

Art Integrated Approach to Learning

Engineer's Day STEM Activities for Children

Here are some learn with fun activities for Engineer's Day.

Teaching Empathy to Kids Through Stories

Eniokos

Books and Children

Teaching Empathy to Kids Through Stories

Tips and book suggestions on teaching empathy to kids in ways that enrich the journey of both the storyteller and the listener.

Eniokos

Art Activities for Preschool Kids

Onam Activities for Kids

Onam is the biggest festival of Kerala. Here are some fun activities and information to celebrate Onam with your child.