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Priscilla Suen
May 10, 20232 min read
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, 20233 min read
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, 20233 min read
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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Xin Rong
Apr 19, 20232 min read
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, 20232 min read
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, 20233 min read
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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Jasveena Kaur
Mar 30, 20233 min read
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, 20233 min read
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, 20232 min read
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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Rachel Vassanthan
Feb 23, 20233 min read
Student-centered classrooms
Students actively participate and are involved in their own knowledge acquisition in student-centred classrooms at Astor International Schoo
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Priscilla Suen
Feb 21, 20233 min read
Having Autonomy in the Classroom
Fostering autonomy in the classroom is important so students will become more independent and can complete tasks.
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Jasveena Kaur
Feb 17, 20232 min read
Encouraging the Love for Reading with Roald Dahl
Roald Dahl is a well-known British author of children’s books. He believed in stories that captivated young readers.
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Xin Rong
Jan 18, 20232 min read
Chinese New Year Crafts
Chinese New Year is an important festival for people of Chinese descent! In a multi-racial country like Singapore, everybody would have...
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Chloe Lister
Dec 1, 20222 min read
Benefits from learning another language
As an adult, anyone who has tried to learn a new language knows how challenging it can be. Research has shown that childhood is the best...
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Rachel Vassanthan
Nov 26, 20223 min read
A New Approach to Personalised Learning
What do you imagine when you hear the word "school"? If you picture a teacher standing in front of the whiteboard, with students staring...
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Xin Rong
Nov 19, 20222 min read
Diversity in Books
At Astor International School, we ensure that we provide young children with books that reflect their surroundings.
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Jasveena Kaur
Nov 4, 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.
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Mitra
Oct 16, 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.
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Rachel Vassanthan
Oct 3, 20223 min read
Game-Based Learning in the Classroom
One of the best methods to get a comprehensive education is through game-based learning.
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Chloe Lister
Sep 15, 20222 min read
Benefits to Visiting the Library
Read about the benefits of visiting a library and learning about borrowing books.
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