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The Forgotten Skill: Teaching Children to Ask Better Questions
In today’s fast-paced world, it can be easy to focus on the answers our children are giving, whether that’s in school, at home, or during after-school tutoring. But there’s something just as important that often gets overlooked: the questions they are asking. At NumberWorks’nWords, we see every day how powerful it can be when children are encouraged to ask questions during their one-on-one lesson...
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What AI Can’t Do: Teaching the Human Side of Learning
In today’s world, artificial intelligence (AI) is everywhere. From voice assistants like Siri and Alexa to tools that help us write emails or solve maths problems, AI has become a part of our everyday lives. It’s fast, i...
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Why Individualised Tutoring Can Make a Real Difference for Your Child
No two children learn in the same way. Some children love reading, while others are more hands-on and problem-solving focused. Some need a bit of extra time and encouragement to grasp new concepts, while others are ready...
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Mindfulness for children
You may have heard people talking about the benefits of being mindful. It’s something that western cultures picked up from Buddhist traditions decades ago. Mindfulness is not a religion however; it is...
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Parents and Children: How to Build Resilience
Every child has the potential for greatness. However, there’s no particular success or happiness gene, or a “one-fits-all” formula that does wonders. Being happy and successful means different things ...
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Benefits of Extracurricular Activities For School Students
The question is, what do extracurricular activities mean and why are they important?Here’s a little secret: extracurricular activities are simply any activity you do outside of your school work. Easy ...
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How children gain confidence and turn "I can’t" into "I can"
The single biggest factor for a successful school year is a child’s confidence and self belief. It affects every aspect of their lives, although it is most keenly felt at school, where differences are...
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