By Chew Yu Xuan, Scott Koh, and Grace Ong (Year 12 MarComm interns) Money is a hard topic to talk about. There are a lot of things about money that are difficult to explain to younger children, and it is sometimes challenging for parents to even get their children interested in understanding financial literacy, as…
By Chew Yu Xuan, Scott Koh, and Grace Ong (Year 12 MarComm interns) Let’s start off with a seemingly simple question: What is wealth? For some of us, we may picture a big house, expensive cars, and massive yachts; or designer bags, luxury watches and stunning jewellery; or exotic holidays, lavish parties and so…
by Ms Stephanie Cheah, School Counsellor at HIS Think of the last time when you feared something. Maybe it was something that is going on with your life. Was it a real danger? Or was it something bad you’re thinking that might happen? For most people, it is probably the latter. Everyone has fears…
By Ms Charlotte Butcher, HIS Preschool Coordinator Here are some activities to do with your preschool children over the holiday break. They are very simple, using items that you should have in your home. These activities are simple but still educational! 1. Play Shops You’ll need: plastic bags, old receipts and anything you can find…
I stand and watch helplessly, as my 6 year old screams and kicks on the living room floor because she doesn’t get her way. Her fists are clenched, and she’s gritting her teeth so hard that her jaw is shaking. She starts to throw things around her room to vent her anger. My 12 year…
Every parent has a dream for their child. Not just a dream – but big dreams. The question however remains, is your child’s dream the same as yours? Read on to find out how we start these conversations with them – what should we be mindful of, what do we look out for and how…
According to GSMA real-time intelligence data, there are currently 5.17 billion people in the world who own a mobile device. And with many of us possessing more than one connected device, studies show that there are now over 9.42 billion mobile connections worldwide, surpassing the current world population of 7.75 billion. The Independent reported that…
2 mins read – 3 Steps to Discovering Your Superpower It is very common for people to get stuck in trying to change something that is truthfully beyond our control. Picture yourself driving a vehicle and somehow you found your way into a huge mud pit, and your wheels get stuck in deep mud. No…
8 Tips For Parents Navigating Online Learning With Their Children– Life in all its Fullness @ HIS With virtual learning (or hybrid learning) here to stay, here some quick tips and reminders for parents on how to navigate online learning with their children, especially the younger ones. Have them follow a routine as if they’re…