Jasveena Kaur
Creating a Positive Learning Environment
A positive and nurturing learning environment is of utmost importance when it comes to learning. In school, an exemplary classroom is not...
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Akira
- Jun 23, 2023
- 1 min
How Does Evolution Work?
Introduction Billions of years ago, everything was just one single cell/organism and that cell was the ancestor of everything. Over time,...
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Priscilla Suen
- Jun 21, 2023
- 3 min
Opening Minds with Open-Ended Math Problems in the Primary Classroom
Open-ended math problems are problems that have more than one possible answer. These problems might present an end result and then ask...
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Sophia
- Jun 14, 2023
- 1 min
Why Do Bunnies Twitch their Nose?
Good question, I'm not sure we all twitch our nose sometimes. If you want to find out then read on... Why? Mostly, their noses help them...
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Xin Rong
- Jun 6, 2023
- 2 min
Mandarin as a Second Language: Part 2
This term, during the Mandarin language enrichment class at Astor International School, we are embarking on an inquiry into the different...
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Rachel Vassanthan
- May 31, 2023
- 3 min
Differentiated Learning in Both Classroom and at Home
At Astor International School, we believe each child has a unique style of learning. Catering to the learning needs of individuals...
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Jasveena Kaur
- May 26, 2023
- 3 min
Climate Change and How We Can Help
Climate change has become a huge global issue impacting all humans on the planet. Climate and weather affect every part of our lives,...
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Lina Amin
- May 22, 2023
- 3 min
Celebrating Diversity in Astor International School
Diversity is an essential aspect of living in the present time. It is crucial for children to understand, respect and appreciate...
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Xin Rong
- May 16, 2023
- 2 min
Mandarin as a Second Language: Part 1
Why is learning a new language as an adult hard? Our brains have been wired to tune into the sounds of our native language. When you are...
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Priscilla Suen
- May 10, 2023
- 2 min
Collaborative Work Supports Children’s Overall Development
Teaching children how to work with one another, and creating a variety of learning experiences which enable them to collaborate, is not...
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Rachel Vassanthan
- May 4, 2023
- 3 min
The Concept of Teaching and Learning
Concept of learning Teachers assisting students in learning will emphasise ‘how’, rather than ‘what’ they learn. It occurs when learners...
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Jasveena Kaur
- Apr 26, 2023
- 3 min
Cultivating a Harmonious Classroom
For their IPC units in Term 2, Astor students in the upper primary classes focused on the topic of "Different Places, Similar Lives."...
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Lina Amin
- Apr 22, 2023
- 3 min
Selamat Hari Raya Puasa!
Muslims worldwide celebrate two big events yearly - Hari Raya Puasa and Hari Raya Haji. In this article, let’s learn together at Astor...
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Xin Rong
- Apr 19, 2023
- 2 min
Phonic Games
It would come as no surprise that children learn best when they are having fun. At Astor International School, we aim to help children...
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Priscilla Suen
- Apr 12, 2023
- 2 min
Creating a Positive Classroom Culture
A positive classroom culture is a place where students know that they have the opportunity to speak, offer ideas and take risks with no...
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Rachel Vassanthan
- Apr 5, 2023
- 3 min
Do Children Need a Morning Routine?
Your child is sitting at the breakfast table, staring at the pancake that they are holding, and you have already told them to put on...
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Shannon de Winnaar
- Apr 3, 2023
- 2 min
Easter Egg Hunt and Craft Activities
At Astor International School we take a day to celebrate Easter. We break up into multi aged groups to complete fun Easter activities. We...
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Jasveena Kaur
- Mar 30, 2023
- 3 min
Let’s Learn About Money!
As children grow, it is common for them to witness adults buying things and exchanging coins and notes. It is important for them to...
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Lina Amin
- Mar 22, 2023
- 3 min
How to Make Your Child Say “YES” to You?
“NO!” 2 letters- but it delivers such a strong message. Have you had to go through countless “NO” episodes? Have you ever felt helpless...
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Xin Rong
- Mar 9, 2023
- 2 min
Picking Diverse Books
There are so many books in the world, how do you know which books are good for your child, or in the classroom? Well, you’d have to read...
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