You’ve got a friend in me
Friendship is essential at almost every age, and making friends is an important developmental goal for children. In fact, making […]
Benefits of playing games with kids
Children of all ages learn through engaging with many different forms of media, including games. Games include board games, video
A year in lockdown: How perspectives on homeschooling have changed
Reflecting on the last 365 days of lockdown in South Africa, it’s clear that education has undergone immense changes that
Impaq can help you make the switch to full-time homeschooling
The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted all aspects of human life. It has made people across the globe think differently about
How to support a child diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder: tips and strategies
After receiving an autism spectrum disorder (ASD) diagnosis, it can be overwhelming for the parents or caregivers of an autistic
Autism 101 – what is it and what should you look for?
What is autism? Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a range of developmental disorders that impair a person’s ability to communicate
Video games: good, bad, or both?
Although lockdown restrictions have been eased, many parents are still choosing to keep their children at home for safety reasons.
How important is it to revise your work regularly?
We talk about learning sciences as something that has appeared recently or is new to the educational world – this
The benefits of art therapy for children
“Art is a place for children to learn to trust their ideas, themselves, and to learn what is possible.”– MaryAnn
You don’t need to be a teacher to homeschool: former teachers share their tips
While most public schools opened this week, many parents are still rightfully concerned about sending their children back to school.
The future is female – women in STEM in South Africa
When people think of science, technology, engineering, or maths, they tend to think only of bespectacled old, bearded men. The
What to do when your teen wants to start dating
The prospect of your child wanting to date is a little unnerving – what if they get hurt, are manipulated,
Multigrade teaching made easy
In most mainstream schools, teachers tend to teach one subject to one grade – which generally consists of learners of
Helping your child set goals for the new year
It’s a new year and, for many, that means New Year’s resolutions. Children don’t necessarily need resolutions – after all,
Impaq: Your guide to homeschooling in 2021
The continued surge of coronavirus cases in South Africa has many parents rightfully concerned about sending their children back to
How to foster resilience in children
Our children have been through a very tough year having to deal with unforeseen circumstances and having to adapt to
Three R’s to focus on during summer
(Almost) everyone is familiar with the three R’s of education: reading, ‘riting (writing), and ‘rithmetic (arithmetic). As an undoubtedly challenging
Homeschooling in 2021? Here’s how to prepare
As the year is ending off, many of us are letting out a long sigh of relief. There is, however,
A parent’s role in exam prep: the do’s and don’ts
I think we all agree that this year has been the most challenging yet for our children, especially when it
Teaching kids how to plan
As parents, we want our children to do well, succeed and be the best they can be. However, one critical
How to help a child manage depression
Coping with emotions is part of life. Everyone feels happy and sad at different times. Feeling sad can be a
How our childhood personality affects us as adults, and why it’s important
Much research has been done into how our experiences during childhood shape both our personalities as children and, later in
How to reward your kids the right way
In an age of materialism and instant gratification, it can be tricky knowing how to reward our children appropriately for
How to help a learner prepare for university
University presents learners with a range of challenges whether they will be moving out or staying at home, so prepare
How to change a learner’s perception of difficulty to achieve success
In the days of old, children were expected to go to school, do their homework, study for tests and do
There’s more to life than academic achievement
While a degree is still considered as a measure for skill and talent by many, employers – including some of
Life after matric – guiding your child during this next chapter
At this point in their education, your child’s mind is most likely preoccupied with passing their final school year –
New normal, new routine
Every parent understands the concept and value of routine – it brings comfort and consistency to children’s lives. But as
Smart study hacks for the exams
Examinations can be nerve-racking and stressful. And while a little stress can sometimes serve as a strong motivator, too much
Field trips turn virtual
It is undeniable that COVID-19 has changed life as we know it. But as every industry around the world adapts
