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Connecting with Nature Through Acrostic Poetry
Learning how to write an acrostic poem about nature is an enjoyable and educational experience that fosters creativity, sensory awareness...

Ethel Ng Sining
Jul 112 min read


Bringing History to Life
History is more than just reading about the past, it’s about experiencing it! At Astor International School, Year 5 and 6 students dove...

Jasveena Kaur
Jul 102 min read


The Benefits of Outdoor Learning
At Astor, we believe that education extends beyond the four walls of a classroom. Outdoor learning allows children to engage with nature,...

Saranya D/O Vasudevan
Jun 32 min read


The Importance of Inquiry-Based Learning in the Classroom
Education is constantly evolving, moving away from traditional rote learning to more engaging, student-centred approaches. One of the...

Saranya D/O Vasudevan
May 81 min read


Flower-Pounding: A Creative Craft with Big Benefits for Primary-Aged Children
Flower-pounding is a simple yet captivating activity that allows children to explore their creativity, learn about nature, and develop...

Xin Rong
Apr 253 min read


Using Hands-On Activities to Teach Procedure Writing
At Astor International School, we believe that learning should be engaging, interactive, and meaningful. One of the most effective ways...

Jasveena Kaur
Apr 252 min read


The Benefits of Using Cloud Dough to Learn Multiplication
Teaching multiplication concepts can be an exciting and interactive experience for Lower Primary students when combined with a hands-on...

Ethel Ng Sining
Apr 252 min read


The Benefits of Integrated Math and Motor Skills Activities
For Lower Primary students, learning about money, especially counting in cents, can be an engaging and enriching experience when...

Ethel Ng Sining
Mar 282 min read


What a Wonderful World
At Astor International School, we believe that fostering curiosity and an understanding of the world around us is one of the most...

Jasveena Kaur
Mar 172 min read


The Subtle Benefits of Gardening
Gardening is often seen as a leisurely pastime, something to do on weekends or during free time. However, when incorporated into an...

Xin Rong
Mar 124 min read


Bringing Books to Life in the Classroom
Transforming books into interactive, immersive experiences can profoundly enrich learning in the classroom. By engaging students in...

Saranya D/O Vasudevan
Mar 92 min read


Using Games to Help Learners with Reading and Vocabulary Skills
Incorporating games into education has emerged as a powerful strategy for enhancing young learners' reading and vocabulary skills. Games...

Ethel Ng Sining
Mar 72 min read


Play-based learning
"Play-based learning" is a term frequently associated with primary education. It is an approach that allows students to actively and...

Saranya D/O Vasudevan
Feb 202 min read


Learning Sight and Sound
At Astor International School, we believe that science is not just something to be read about in textbooks; it is a subject to be...

Jasveena Kaur
Feb 172 min read


Valentines Day Craft Ideas
Valentine’s Day is a time to show appreciation and love for the special people in our lives. At Astor International School, the Year 5...

Jasveena Kaur
Feb 172 min read


The Benefits of Sensory Play in Learning Mandarin
Sensory play engages a child's senses—touch, sight, sound, taste, and smell— and offers a dynamic approach to language learning. In...

Ethel Ng Sining
Feb 42 min read


Active Learning: Integrating Movement into the Classroom at Astor International School
At Astor International School, we recognise the importance of keeping students physically active and engaged throughout the school day,...

Rachel Vassanthan
Jan 262 min read


The Importance of Mixed-Age Group Teaching and Learning in Schools
Mixed-age group teaching and learning is a dynamic approach to education where students of varying ages learn together in the same...

Saranya D/O Vasudevan
Jan 262 min read


The Role of Guest Speakers in Modern Education
Guest speakers enrich education by bridging theory & practice and fostering skills. A vital tool for modern learning.

Priscilla Suen
Nov 19, 20242 min read


Promoting A Growth Mindset In Maths
Fostering a growth mindset in maths at Astor International means using open tasks and celebrating mistakes, building confident.

Annmaria Patteri
Nov 8, 20242 min read
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