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When children become the teachers to their parents

Kids may say the darnedest things, but their words wake us up to see the banal truth in a totally different light, says the writer.
Kids may say the darnedest things, but their words wake us up to see the banal truth in a totally different light, says the writer.

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JC or poly: How I guided my daughter to make a choice

It is decision time for teens after the release of the 2025 GCE O-level exam results on Jan 14.
It is decision time for teens after the release of the 2025 GCE O-level exam results on Jan 14.

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Things can get scary for a nine-year-old in Primary 3

In 2019, MOE removed all forms of formal grading for Primary 1 and 2 pupils, so as to focus on holistic learning.
In 2019, MOE removed all forms of formal grading for Primary 1 and 2 pupils, so as to focus on holistic learning.

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Measuring family connectedness with the Bird Test

American psychologist John Gottman has found that parents who are involved with their children’s feelings raise kids who are better equipped to handle life’s challenges.
American psychologist John Gottman has found that parents who are involved with their children’s feelings raise kids who are better equipped to handle life’s challenges.

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The challenge of keeping Christmas simple, meaningful and joyful

The year-end holidays can be a frenzied and exhausting period, and it can be expensive, says the writer.
The year-end holidays can be a frenzied and exhausting period, and it can be expensive, says the writer.

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50 things I will always be grateful for

This gratitude list helps the writer reflect on the significant moments in his life.
This gratitude list helps the writer reflect on the significant moments in his life.

Minor Issues: What I wish I knew before my children entered primary school

To foster the love of learning, parents can follow a child’s interests, celebrate effort instead of perfection, and allow imaginative and outdoor play.
To foster the love of learning, parents can follow a child’s interests, celebrate effort instead of perfection, and allow imaginative and outdoor play.

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The myths of December family holidays that we keep subscribing to

We love to travel because we want our children to see the world and explore new places.
We love to travel because we want our children to see the world and explore new places.

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My younger son never had us parents to himself alone, until now

Each only-child period in our life has added something to our marriage and family, says the writer.
Each only-child period in our life has added something to our marriage and family, says the writer.

Minor Issues: The promise of a father’s love for daddy’s girl

The writer believes the bond between father and daughter is special.
The writer believes the bond between father and daughter is special.

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.