The syllabic method was developed by the pedagogues. Both focused on finding a technique that would allow children to learn to read much more quickly and effectively. To achieve this, they developed a method that uses syllables and their combinations to facilitate the learning process. Continue reading “The syllabic method: How to integrate it into classroom?” »

The concept of psychomotricity in society, in many cases, is diffuse. Many people think that this ability of the child consists only in knowing how to move properly. However, the importance of psychomotricity in child development goes far beyond this. Continue reading “Psychomotricity in childhood: Observation and intervention” »

For better or worse, children imitate adults. Almost without our noticing, their childlike gaze studies and analyses us, integrating behaviour, copying gestures and internalising words, expressions, and even roles. Of course, children will never be exact copies of their parents; the impression we leave on them, however, is often decisive. Continue reading “Why do children imitate adults?” »

Most parents want their children to be obedient, attentive, intelligent and pleasant. They want the best for them and, to achieve this, they work long hours and hours and suffer through the setbacks that present themselves. Many also want to stimulate creativity in children. If only they had a magic wand! On this last subject, how can we stimulate creativity in children? How can we make them produce those magic moments when new ideas come to life out of sheer ingenuity? Continue reading “Three key points to stimulate creativity in children” »

Different studies prove the psychological benefits of hobbies, which are entertainment or leisure activities that involve a small mental challenge. Besides being very important for adults, these hobbies are fundamental for children. Continue reading “The psychological benefits of hobbies for children” »

Many psychologists, biologists, and mathematicians have talked about learning and given their input in trying to improve our understanding of the process. So in this context, today we will talk about interactive learning. Continue reading “What is interactive learning?” »

Children want to learn. Their whole reality is a constant discovery of a new world for them. During this whole process, books, letters, and words play a fundamental role, as they will attract all their attention. Although reading comprehension still takes time to appear, family reading can be a wonderful tool to work on it. Continue reading “The relationship between family reading and children’s reading comprehension” »

Do you know everything you need to do to get a memory trail created in your brain? Have you ever stopped to think about the mechanisms involved in learning? Do you think that just by seeing how to bake a cake, ride a bike or recite a poem you would be able to replicate what you have seen? In this article, we will talk about meaningful learning. Continue reading “Meaningful learning: The value of learning by doing” »

Imagine that a child breaks a plate and, quickly, his father or mother runs to scold him. After that, the child decides to lie to avoid the scolding. The atmosphere that is created may end up being unsustainable, and the sincerity in childhood is gradually lost, because children, as well as elders, do not like to receive punishments and reprimands for every mistake they make. Continue reading “Sincerity in childhood strengthens emotional intelligence” »

If you have sons, nephews or children in your care, you have certainly noticed how easy it is to dress up as a princess, superhero or any other character you admire. The use of fantasies never fails as an element of fun during childhood (or even after it, in many cases). Continue reading “Psychological benefits of using fantasies in childhood” »