We considered a fictional scenario in which people need to be given written instructions that they can easily understand and act accordingly. One of the most useful real-life writing skills is learning to write clear instructions . We see instructions everywhere—on clothing labels, in DIY guides, or when putting together a piece of IKEA furniture! When instructions are unclear, even simple tasks can become frustrating. Now imagine a more serious situation—a natural disaster w

The Christmas Pig by J.K Rowling I have a confession to make. I don’t enjoy reading fantasy. I survived Harry Potter but that was because of peer pressure. Hence when one of my young reading companions at the book club (Young Readers' Club) highly recommended this book, I wasn’t too keen to pick this book up. But his review and reason why he highly recommended it, stayed in my mind for a long time. I had almost forgotten it, until this amazing book caught my attention, while

Have you ever noticed how reading a great story makes you want to write your own? Or how jotting down your thoughts helps you understand a tricky chapter better? That magical connection between reading and writing is more than just coincidence. It’s a powerful learning tool that can transform how you absorb and express ideas. Today, I want to share with you why combining these two skills creates a learning experience that’s not only effective but also fun and deeply rewarding

A scene in an amazing book set in motion a thought provoking discussion about dogs and safety in public spaces. A complex situation with multiple perspectives. The dog in question is a character in the book Supergifted by Gordon Korman. She could not stand by watching her favorite person get punched by another boy. She reacted by pouncing on the attacker to protect her favorite person. The boy who punched had a small bruise as a result. His parents were rightfully upset seei