What bullying looks like and what to do about it
Bullying has three defining characteristics – it is deliberate (a bully intends to hurt someone), it is repeated (the behaviour continues […]
A day in the life of a homeschooling family
So, you want to know what a typical day is like for a homeschooling family? That’s one of the best things about home education (also known as homeschooling) – there are no typical days! When educating your children at home, a “typical day” is as unique as each of the families choosing this education option.
With Impaq, learning to read is fun
Learners in the Foundation Phase (Grade R to 3) should be introduced to reading in a fun and engaging way.
To be, or not to be a homeschooling family: Our experience
Dené worked hard and obtained her National Senior Certificate through Impaq at the end of 2012. She got accepted to the University of Pretoria and started her BA Drama in 2013. Dené has passed her master’s degree in Drama and Film Studies from UP with distinction – with the feedback that she achieved the highest mark in the department’s history! She shares her advice to current and future Impaq learners, parents, guardians, and tutors:
Will your preschooler cope with the demands of school?
When your child turns 6 it usually means that it’s their last year in preschool. In a year, your child will need to start primary school, but how do you know that your child will cope with the formal demands of school? Or be able to function to his/her full potential? As a parent, you may have lots of questions about this new phase in your child’s life. You would want to know that your child is ready to start their learning journey. If your child is not ready, it could influence his/her academic performance.
Impaq helps learners prepare for the real world
Home education (or homeschooling) helps learners prepare for the real world as homeschool learners learn the art of self-study. Ravon Venter, an Impaq alumnus, says that studying through Impaq helped him develop better self-discipline. He also credits Impaq with giving him the qualifications he needed to find a job he is passionate about.
Impaq’s Top Achievers Share Their Advice
While most matrics are getting ready for the preliminary examinations, we thought we would look back at Impaq’s top achievers for 2018 to see if they have any advice for this year’s matrics.
PARENTAL SELF-CARE
In the previous articles I have spoken about the ADD/ADHD child but what about the parents? As the last of these articles, it is important to talk about parents of children with attention deficit disorder (ADD) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). It is hard work having an ADHD child and few parents who do not have one understand and recognise this. ADHD children can impact hugely on family dynamics and the parental relationship.
How to help your child make their subject selections in Grade 9
This time of the year Grade 9 learners need to make their subject selections for next year, but parents often do not know how to guide them. Educational psychologist, Lizette Erasmus, share some insightful guidelines on subject selections and how they will guide your child’s career choices in South Africa.
Why choose Tourism as a subject?
As tourism is such an integral part of any country’s marketing strategy, it has become vital to offer it as part of our learning package. Not only do learners discover the “treasures” of our country, but also how to manage and use these “treasures” responsibly to the benefit of all. Tourism teaches learners to promote South Africa locally and internationally, and to ensure that tourists experience, appreciate and value our country.
Three reasons why it may be unfair to make your child choose a career in high school
The world of work is changing more rapidly than ever before. Shifts in economies and the advent of the Fourth Industrial Revolution leave parents anxious about their child’s future. This anxiety can often lead to frustration and conflict in the parent-child relationship, which seems to exacerbate both party’s concerns. From a career counselling perspective, here are three reasons why I believe it may be unfair for your child to commit to a career in high school.
THE POSITIVES OF ADHD
So far, I have written about some of the difficulties experienced in raising and parenting one’s ADHD/ADD (attention deficit hyperactivity
Don’t tell your kids they are smart!
The school report can elicit many feelings among parents and students; feelings of failure or feelings of achievement. As an
Top Tips on How to Ace Your Physical Sciences Exam
The June Examination might already be underway but that does not mean that you can’t still ace your Physical Sciences exam. The affordable Quanta Book series for Grade 10 to 12 learners makes Physical Sciences interesting and fun! The preparation books, available in English and Afrikaans, contain bite-sized explanations that are easy to understand, and to-the-point summaries enriched with hints and tips. The books also come with DVDs containing cartoons, animations and demonstrations to help you visualise difficult concepts.
The Power of Positive Recognition
“I believe the children are our future. Teach them well and let them lead the way. Show them all the
Parenting tips for ADHD
At least one in 20 children in South Africa suffer from attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). This is according to
Mother tongue education matters
Your husband is transferred to a small town and you have some difficult choices to make – one of which
The Notre Dame fire and its impact on society
The world watched in shock as the famous Notre Dame cathedral went up in flames on the evening of 15
MIGHT MY CHILD HAVE ADHD?
If you are wondering about the answer to this question, then it’s most likely that your child is in preschool
Cyberbullying
Bullies have always existed. However, in the digital age, the bullying we are seeing is worse than ever before. This
Help your child develop with a balanced lifestyle
Today, more and more children are expected to do more and perform better. However, parents need to remember that children
Practical tips on how to keep your kids safe online
If you have been on any social media platform these past few weeks you might have seen the terrifying image
The benefits of using a curriculum provider
Using a curriculum provider is a convenient, straightforward and effective option for home education parents – all you need to do
A successful start to your (home) school year!
Home education is a wonderful, worthwhile journey, but knowing where to start can be overwhelming. So, whether you are just
Overwhelmed by all the “teachers” out there
We live in a time where there is an information overload through social media and the internet. Everyone has access
Mathematics and Music – Is There Really a Connection?
Is there really a connection between Mathematics and music? And, if there is – is it a relationship in both
Bilingualism – Empower your child
South Africa is a multilingual community, and mastering more than one language is not only important for today’s children, but
Back to learning roots
How the future of learning will incorporate ancient wisdom. Nowadays, things are changing faster than ever before. Most industries are experiencing
10 strange holiday traditions from around the world
Whether you are celebrating a religious festival, such as Christmas or Hanukkah, or something more secular, you are sure to
Home Education – Is it a possible solution?
There’s a scrimmage of 40 Grade 1 learners in front of their new class. They bundle in and sit on
