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From Distracted to Disciplined: Helping Students Say No
Teaching your students to say “no” is one of the most underrated but powerful lessons you can give...
The Later Trap: Helping Kids Beat Procrastination
Introduction: The Hidden Struggle of Procrastination Procrastination is one of the most common...
Goal Setting: The Secret to Smarter Time Management
Introduction: Why Goal Setting Changes Everything One of the best gifts you can give your students...
Admission List: Merit, Catchment, or Supplementary?
Introduction: The Waiting Game — and What Comes Next For thousands of students who’ve written the JAMB UTME, the next big question is: “Did I make the admission list?” But here’s what most people don’t know: admissions come in waves, and each list (Merit, Catchment,...
3 Ways to Help Your Child Develop a Growth Mindset
As parents, one of our greatest responsibilities isn't just providing for our kids, but shaping how they see the world. More than toys or even good grades, their mindset will determine how they handle life’s challenges, relationships, and opportunities. So what kind...
5 Digital Skills Every Student Needs in a Tech-Driven World
Introduction: Exams Come and Go, But Digital Skills Last a Lifetime In today’s tech-driven world, it’s not enough for students to simply excel in academics; they need to be digitally equipped for life. Whether it's organising school projects, communicating online, or...
Empathy and Parenting: Help Your Child Grow Emotionally
Introduction: Why Empathy Matters More Than Ever When my 7-year-old son came home from school upset that a friend didn’t share a toy, I asked him one question:“How do you think your friend felt?” He paused, shrugged, and then said, “Maybe he was scared I’d break it.”...
University Isn’t the Only Option: Help Students Thrive Beyond Jamb
Introduction: University Isn’t for Everyone — And That’s Okay The recently released 2025 JAMB UTME results have sparked widespread concern. Out of approximately 1.95 million candidates, over 78% scored below 200 out of a possible 400 points, with only 0.63% achieving...
Scratch: 4 Projects Parents Can Create with Their Kids
Introduction: Scratch Isn’t Just for Kids—It’s for Families Who Want to Learn, Bond, and Create Scratch is often described as a beginner-friendly coding platform for children, but it’s so much more than that. For many families, it becomes a tool for connection,...
Beyond High Scores: Teaching Critical Thinking for Life After JAMB
Introduction: Are You Preparing Your Students for Life? Every year, thousands of students across Nigeria pour their energy into preparing for the JAMB UTME. And while a high score is certainly worth celebrating, there’s a bigger question school owners and JAMB centre...
The Confidence Mirror: 6 Ways Parents Shape A Child’s Mindset
Introduction: You Are Your Child's First Teacher As parents, we’ve all been there—watching our child struggle with a puzzle, get frustrated during homework, or burst into tears when something doesn’t go right. In those moments, we often wonder: How can I help my child...
JAMB UTME: Help Your Students to Remember Faster
Introduction: “I Knew It Yesterday!” It’s a classic classroom scene: A teacher asks a question. A student freezes, frowns, and says, “I knew it yesterday, I swear!” We've all been there—when knowledge vanishes into thin air at the worst time. For many students writing...