Foreign Language Classes

New classes are available for children and adults who are interested to learn foreign languages. Suitable for all levels. Commencement of classes is subject to the availablitiy of the teachers. At present, we are offering Mandarin, Japanese, Korean, Czech, German and French. Lessons are taught by experienced teachers.

English Course for Adults

Basic English Course for Adults is held every Sunday from 2.30 p.m. to 4.30 p.m. This course is suitable for graduates and adults, who wish to converse, write and listen in English effectively.

English Speech and Drama

In collaboration with BluBricks Learning Studio (www.blubricks.com), we bring you Speech & Drama for children aged 7 to 10 years. Children get to learn whilst having loads of fun. It is an introductory session to speech and drama comprising theatre activities, role playing and a short movement piece.

This programme will be held on 9 December 2008 (Tuesday) from 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. The fee is RM40 per student.

English Remedial Classes

Remedial Classes is an intensive course for school-going students who are weak in English, not able to catch up with the school syllabus or those who require special needs. This course is also suitable for those who would like to prepare for 2009 syllabus. We offer group as well as private remedial classes. For private classes, our teachers will put together materials suited to the child’s needs. This course runs for six weeks, comprising 12 sessions, each at 1.5 hours. We also provide home tuition upon request.

English Holiday Programme for Primary School Children

Children between the ages of 7 and 12 will get exposure on the following:-

Recycling

As global warming is becoming a much discussed issue with the leaders of the world, it is important that our generation and the next generation understand the importance of recycling in order to preserve the earth. The first week of our holiday programme entails group discussion, brain storming activities and exciting worksheets on recycling issues. Children will also learn to make a craft from used materials to bring home!

Creative Writing

In week two of our holiday programme, children will be taught the art of writing a composition creatively. They will learn to analyse the structure and organization of different forms of text, focus on the language appropriate forms of text, construct their own rules for the writing of different forms of text, and modify and extend their rules in the light of further experience. Having learnt the art of writing creatively, children will find joy in writing!

The Art of Writing a Fairy Tale & Story Telling

Fairy tales have always been a big part of a child’s growing up years. In week three of our holiday programme, children will be exposed to different types of fairy tales, myths and legends. They will be coached on how to narrate a story using proper intonation, face expression and body gestures.

This programme runs every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 2 p.m. 4 p.m. for three weeks, starting from 18 November to 4 November 2008. The fees are RM80 (1 week), RM140 (2 weeks) and RM180 (3 weeks). 10% discount will be given for group registration of at least 3 students. Transport will be provided at a nominal cost of RM20 per week, whereby pick-up and delivery points for the child/children must be arranged between the parents/guardian with the centre.

English Holiday Programme for Pre-Schoolers

This programme is suited for children between the ages of 4 and 6 (or 7 depending on their level of maturity). They will learn using all five senses; touch, taste, smell, sight and sound. Children will participate in exciting activities which include pasting, drawing and making their own scrap books. They will also develop their language and thinking skills as our teachers narrate stories and the children take turns to anticipate what will happen next.

This programme runs every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday between 10 a.m. and 12 noon for three weeks, starting from 18 November to 4 November 2008. The fees are RM80 (1 week), RM140 (2 weeks) and RM180 (3 weeks). 10% discount will be given for group registration of at least 3 students. Transport will be provided at a nominal cost of RM20 per week, whereby pick-up and delivery points for the child/children must be arranged between the parents/guardian with the centre.

English & Japanese Holiday Programmes 2008

ICAS ENGLISH 2008

Literacy World congratulates the following participants who have sat for the English 2008 International Competitions and Assessments for Schools (ICAS), held by the University of New South Wales, Australia:-

Distinction –

NATASHA ALIA (STD 3)
SAMIRA OLEI (STD 5)
NATASHA YAP (STD 5)
LYDIA POW (F 1)
NATALIE YAP (F 1)
VALERIE NGOW (F 2)
VICTORIA NGOW (F 3)
ANG PEI-HSIA (F 4)

Credit –

ASHLEY LIEW (STD 3)
WAFA OLEI (STD 3)
VANESSA CHEW (STD 5)
KOICHI NAKAJIMA (STD 5)
AMIRTHAM MANIVANNAN (STD 6)
CHEN RONG JIIN (STD 6)
JOHAN ARIFIN (STD 6)
GAN HUAN MIN (F 1)
KELLY LOW (F 1)
QUEK KYE VERNE (F 1)
THIAN YAO FU (F 1)
LIM HUI SAAN (F 2)
EMILY CHEW (F 3)
DANIEL CHEW (F 3)
SEAN RICHARD GORTER (F 4)
QUEK KYE SHANE (F 5)
DANARAJ NAVARATNAM (F 5)

Participation –

FELICIA LEOW (STD 3)
SATISH KUMAR (STD 4)
DAVID CHEW (STD 6)
ERIKA CHEN (F 2)
LIM JAE HAAN (F 3)
SARAH LOKE (F 3)

ICAS MATHEMATICS 2008 RESULTS

Literacy World congratulates the following participants who have sat for the Mathematics 2008 International Competitions and Assessments for Schools (ICAS), held by the University of New South Wales, Australia:-

High Distinction -
WAFA OLEI (STD 3)

Distinction -
JOHAN ARIFIN (STD 6)
KELLY LOW (F 1)

Credit -
ANG PEI-HSIA (F 4)
ASHLEY LIEW (STD 3)
CHEN RONG JIIN (STD 6)
DANIEL CHEW (F 3)
GAN HUAN MIN (F 1)
NATASHA ALIA (STD 3)
VALERIE NGOW (F 2)
VANESSA CHEW (STD 5)
VICTORIA NGOW (F 3)

Participation –
AMIRTHAM MANIVANNAN (STD 6)
DAVID CHEW (STD 6)
EMILY CHEW (F 3)
ERIKA CHEN (F 2)
NATALIE YAP (F 1)
NATASHA YAP (STD 5)
QUEK KYE SHANE (F 5)
QUEK KYE VERNE (F 1)
SAMIRA OLEI (STD 5)
SATISH KUMAR (STD 4)
THIAN YAO FU (F 1)

Free Thursday

Free Thursday has been launched in mid-September 2008 to provide free lessons to our students. Our objectives are as below:

1) To enable the weaker students to catch up in school
2) To prepare the students for the following year's school curriculum
3) For our teachers to guide the students in their school work
4) To encourage the students to utilise our library comprising over 1,500 books and magazines
5) To forge teacher and student relationship

Free lessons are provided every Thursday from 9.30 to 11 a.m. and 4 to 6 p.m. Kindly call us for appointment.

ICAS Science 2008 - Top Scorers

From top; Left to right, Natasha Alia (Std 1) and Johan Arifin (Std 6) scored Distinction and Higher Distinction respectively, Valerie Ngow (Form 2), Gan Huan Min (Form 1) and Victoria Ngow (Form 3) scored Distinction.

ICAS SCIENCE 2008 RESULTS

Literacy World congratulates the following participants who have sat for the Science 2008 International Competitions and Assessments for Schools (ICAS), held by the University of New South Wales, Australia:-

Hish Distinction -
JOHAN ARIFIN BIN ROSLAN

Distinction -
GEORGE ROBINSON
VICTORIA NGOW YINGQIN
VALERIE NGOW YINGLI
GAN HUAN MIN
PAULINE ROBINSON
NATASHA ALIA BT ROSLAN

Credit -
QUEK KYE SHANE
KELLY LOW JIA LI
QUEK KYE VERNE
AMIRTHAM MANIVANNAN
NATASHA YAP
VANESSA CHEW LI SHAN
THAM YEE WAN

Participation -
ANG PEI-HSIA
EMILY CHEW
DANIEL CHEW SHIN JIN
JAMES ROBINSON
NATALIE YAP
DAVID CHEW SHIN REN
KOICHI NAKAJIMA
SAMIRA OLEI
SATISH KUMAR MANIVANNAN
WAFA OLEI

How to Effectively Praise Your Child

Parenting experts tell us that it is important to praise your children regularly, and that praise affects behavior patterns more than discipline does. And one of the best ways to show your love and concern to your children is to give them positive feedback. Here are some tips and ideas about effectively praising your child.


1. Tell the child specifically what they are doing, or what they did, that you are happy with. For example, "Taylor, I appreciate how you are sharing your toys with Steve." Or, "Kara, it made me feel good today when I saw you go out of your way to clean up after your little sister."
2. When you praise them, make direct eye contact so they know they have your full attention. Giving them a little pat on the shoulder or a squeeze of their hand or arm will further reinforce your positive feedback.
3. Make sure the comment you make is all positive. Sometimes as parents, we may be tempted to insert a little sarcasm or negativity. Have you ever found yourself saying something like "Good job on cleaning up your room, Sam. After all my nagging, it's about time you did it on your own." Leave out the negatives and your child will hear real praise.
4. Consider using a double dose of praise. This one you can do with your partner or another adult. First, praise the child alone. Then, later, tell your partner or another adult about the good deed. Then, the other adult gives positive feedback also. This "double dose" concept sends an extra strong message of positive reinforcement.
5. You can also praise with non-verbal methods. A hug, a smile, a wink, or a pat on the shoulder can also communicate love, acceptance and appreciation.


Tips:
1. Try to find at least three opportunities every day to praise your child. The more praise, the better.
2. Often, children need attention; even negative attention is better than no attention at all. Giving frequent praise can avoid the need for children to act out inappropriately to get parental attention.
3. Always try to reprimand in private, but praise in public.

Source: http://fatherhood.about.com/od/effectivediscipline/ht/effectivepraise.htm?nl=1

Teaching Children to be Grateful

1. Make a List
From time to time, we take some time as a family to make a list of the things we are grateful for. Our kids have usually said things like a favorite toy or food. But sometimes they will express thanks for a family where they feel safe or for a dad's income that lets them have a few luxuries. The older ones almost always mention access to a car or the concern of a parent. It is fun to watch their priorities change as they grow older.
2. Set the Example
Parents have to model behavior they hope their children adopt as their own. A simple, sincere expression of gratitude when the kids do something they were asked to do is always appropriate. Taking an extra moment to thank a sales clerk at the store or to tip your news carrier for getting the paper on the porch every day lets them know that gratitude is acceptable and encouraged.
3. Don't Demand Thanks
"I work my fingers to the bone every day for you, and I never hear a word of thanks" was a popular litany in the home of one of my friends when I was a youngster. Avoid demanding thanks from your children. They will internalize example much more than they will threats or humiliation. If you offer it sincerely to them, they will learn the skills of gratitude.
4. Teach Through Role Playing
If you notice a lack of the gratitude attitude, consider a little role playing. Have the kids act out a scenario where someone went out of their way for someone else, and have the receiver express gratitude. You might even consider a negative example and see how the giver feels when his or her giving is ignored.
5. Establish Family Traditions
In our home, dad gives a "speech" before every holiday dinner (at mom's insistence). I always talk about the blessings we have in our family (even if it's not Thanksgiving). Some families at Sunday dinner go around the table and ask each child to name one thing they are thankful for. Still others write thank you notes after every birthday and Christmas. By having family rituals that center on gratitude, children learn to express thanks.
6. Offer Service
My wife's elderly uncle lives a few blocks away and we have volunteered as a family to weed his front flower bed now that he and his wife are less able to keep up. They are so appreciative of our service, and the kids feel good when we spend the morning working at Uncle Lavon's. Try taking the family to a nursing home or a homeless shelter to volunteer. They will often find that a little selfless service tends to make selfishness go away.
7. Try Going Without
From time to time, have a family project that involves going without something important. For example, try making bread for a week rather than buying it, or try walking to any destination less than two miles away. A little sacrifice causes us to miss things that we take for granted and helps us be a little more humble and grateful when the thing is restored.
8. It's the Little Things
A little common courtesy can go a long way, and taking time to notice the little acts of service in a family or a neighborhood can be so positive. Look for ways to say thank you often.

Source: http://fatherhood.about.com/od/valuesandspirituality/a/gratitude.htm?nl=1

Think Kid Safety at Home

For parents who work full-time, their children may spend school breaks with childcare providers or babysitters, or even at home with older siblings for short periods of time. How can we arm our kids to help them stay safe during these breaks from school?
1. Leave two emergency phone contacts, including that of an at-home neighbor, if possible.
2. Tell your child who they are and show them where the information is posted.
3. Even the youngest child should know when and how to dial 9-9-9. Most emergency operators are experienced in dealing with young children and can comfort and reassure a young caller while help is on the way.
4. Provide specific activities that can keep them safely busy while you are gone. A game, puzzle, an art project, or a scavenger hunt can provide hours of fun and keep little hands busy.
5. Let your child or his sitter know want play to be restricted to inside or if you are comfortable with outdoor play while you are gone.
6. If you have a no-friend-over rule while you are gone, make that clear to your child and the sitter. You are the best judge of whether your child is old enough to handle the company of a friend without your direct supervision.
7. Before you leave, put away all matches and candles and any other objects that curious minds might want to explore.

Source: http://childcare.about.com/od/childsafe2/a/schoolbreaks.htm