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This category includes articles about special education needs, the importance of reading and writing, enquiry-based learning, International Primary Curriculum and many more...
Diversity in Books
At Astor International School, we ensure that we provide young children with books that reflect their surroundings.
Xin Rong
Nov 19, 20222 min read
Benefits of LEGO play
Working and playing with Lego either individually or in a small group can be beneficial to children in multiple ways.
Jasveena Kaur
Nov 4, 20222 min read
Choosing the Right Book for Read-Aloud
Reading-Aloud increases vocabulary and nourishes children's fantasy. Learn more about its benefits from Astor International School.
Mitra
Oct 16, 20222 min read
Game-Based Learning in the Classroom
One of the best methods to get a comprehensive education is through game-based learning.
Rachel Vassanthan
Oct 3, 20223 min read
Benefits to Visiting the Library
Read about the benefits of visiting a library and learning about borrowing books.
Chloe Lister
Sep 15, 20222 min read
Reading at Home Can Make a Huge Difference!
Building a love of reading in your child by reading aloud at home strengthens their language, vocabulary and comprehension skills. In...
Chloe Lister
Jun 12, 20222 min read
Benefits from Playing Board Games
At Astor International School we offer Board Games as an Extracurricular Activity (ECA), as board games offer great opportunities for...
Chloe Lister
Jun 9, 20221 min read
How to Get Students Engaged in Online Learning?
Over the past 2 years COVID-19 has turned the world upside down, we have had to make so many changes to stay safe and healthy, and...
Shannon de Winnaar
May 29, 20223 min read
The Benefits of Positive Reinforcement
We so often resort to a negative comment, consequence or discipline with children when we either want the desired outcome or see an...
Shannon de Winnaar
Mar 16, 20222 min read
The Benefits of Mindfulness in Children
Not knowing the answer to a question when you’re called on in front of the entire class. Forgetting your homework. The kid behind you...
Azouline Schweitzer
Mar 9, 20223 min read
Why Do We Emphasize on Importance of Phonics?
What Is Phonics? Phonics is a way of teaching children how to read and write. It's a reading and spelling tool for teaching the basic...
Chloe Lister
Feb 16, 20223 min read
Building Positive Relationships with Children with SEMH Needs
Building Positive Relationships with Children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) Needs in School is an important and yet...
Vanessa Ford
Feb 9, 20222 min read
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