Read Also<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n- Should Parents Place A Huge Emphasis On Their Children\u2019s Academics?<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n
- 5 Child-Friendly Tips To Unwind Without Getting Addicted<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n
- 6 Surprising Reasons Why Your Child Is Not Interested In Studying<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n
- Seven Reasons Why CCAs Are Essential To Your Child\u2019s Well-being<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/blockquote>\n
We understand that a healthy amount of stress for a child can be positive. However, excessive amounts are absolutely unfavourable.<\/p>\n
Here are 5 helpful tips<\/span> to help your child manage stress. After applying these tips, your child’s well-being may improve as these tips can help him\/ her to realise ways to overcome stress<\/a>.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n
#1 Tip: Stop Overloading<\/span><\/h2>\nOne major factor which induces stress within your child is overloading his\/ her schedule. Some parents in Singapore often have the \u2018kiasu<\/em>\u2019 mentality which leads to overloading their children, thus leaving them little time to rest.<\/p>\nImagine your child\u2019s schedule on a typical school day. With the pressure of succeeding in their academics and CCA, your child will inevitably feel the stress of managing his\/ her life.<\/p>\n
Children require time within their day to rest and relax. Let your child play in the playground, watch television or even take an afternoon nap.<\/p>\n
Such activities between their busy schedules are essential in rejuvenating them and this helps to reduce their stress level.<\/p>\n
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#2 Tip: Sleep is Important!<\/span><\/h2>\nSleep is extremely important for a child. On average, it is recommended for children to have at least 7 hours of uninterrupted rest in order to for them to feel refreshed and remain healthy.<\/p>\n
Having sufficient sleep has many benefits for your children which include better memory retention and stress reduction.<\/p>\n
Hence, do make sure that your child has ample rest during the night to help improve their academic performance when he\/she is in school the next day.<\/p>\n
When your child is getting ready for bed at night, you can ensure that there are little distractions for him\/her while trying to fall asleep. This includes taking away their mobile devices or switching off all computers and television sets. A conducive environment for sleep is necessary for allowing your child to have a good night\u2019s rest!<\/p>\n
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#3 Tip: Realising the Signs of Stress<\/span><\/h2>\nAs adults, we know how stress feels and the physiological symptoms that follow. Such symptoms can come in many forms such as headaches, being irritable and insomnia.<\/p>\n
Upon noticing such symptoms, we know how to counter them due to our experience.<\/p>\n
However, will our child also realise these symptoms of stress as well as we do?<\/p>\n
As a parent, talk to your child and explain what stress is and the symptoms associated with it. Allowing your kids to understand stress is important as they will be able to recognise the symptoms and counter it.<\/p>\n
Remember, your child knows his\/ her body best. As such, teach your children to listen to their body in order to prevent stress from overwhelming them.<\/p>\n
Stress is a subtle enemy! Confront it before it consumes you!<\/em><\/p>\n <\/em><\/p>\n#4 Tip: Manage Your Own Stress!<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\nMany of us do not realise this but stress can be contagious.<\/p>\n
Picture yourself being in a room full of people who are anxious and stress over a certain situation. Eventually, you may be influenced by them and become anxious as well.<\/p>\n
Similarly, this can happen with your children as well. As parents, your child looks up to you as his\/her role models. So be calm in front of your kids and do not allow your stress to be \u2018transferred\u2019 to your child.<\/p>\n
Alternatively, you can show your children effective solutions when it comes to confronting stress. By setting an example and showing your children how to be calm during a stressful situation, they may learn certain techniques from you and use it to reduce their own stress.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n
#5 Tip: Understanding Mistakes are Unavoidable<\/span><\/h2>\nSome children become stressed upon committing a mistake. They think of the consequences of their errors and as a result, this increases their stress level unnecessarily.<\/p>\n
Teach your child that not all mistakes can be avoided in life and every mistake has a solution.<\/p>\n
Everyone Makes Mistakes. Every Mistake Has A Remedy. <\/em><\/p>\nYour child must learn that mistakes are important and are part of a learning process. Helping your children understand that even adults, such as yourself, make mistakes will allow them to learn to accept their own errors and move on.<\/p>\n
As a parent, help your children understand the cause of their mistake and find a solution together. Such activities not only help you foster a stronger bond between yourself and your child, but also provides your child confidence in facing future problems in life.<\/p>\n
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In conclusion\u2026<\/span><\/h3>\nStress can be subtle.<\/p>\n
Teaching your children the importance of controlling stress<\/a> and understanding the symptoms associated with it allows your children to manage their life better.<\/p>\nAs such, their mental well-being can improve significantly as long as they have you guiding them through such a process.<\/p>\n
Ample rest and managing your children\u2019s schedule are essential in reducing your children\u2019s stress level. Your children are kids after all so let them play and have fun! Arranging \u2018downtime\u2019 within their schedule gives them the opportunity to rejuvenate and relax.<\/p>\n
Stress is unavoidable BUT stress can be controlled.<\/p>\n
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<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":292,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"Students learn<\/span> the topic of Electricity<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0at Primary 5 and many of them find the concepts to be confusing, especially when they are first exposed to this topic.\r\n\r\nAs such, over the next few blog posts, I will be sharing more about the concepts of Electricity<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0that are commonly tested during examinations.\r\n\r\nIn today\u2019s blog post, I will be focusing on the arrangement of the wires in a bulb and relate it to how a bulb should be connected in a circuit.\r\nToday\u2019s Question:<\/span><\/h2>\r\nHow Should The Bulb Be Connected To The Circuit For It To Light Up?<\/strong><\/span><\/blockquote>\r\nThe following question is commonly encountered by students during tests.<\/p>\r\n
![\"\"](\"https:\/\/thesmartstudent.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/ACS-J-Question-1024x630.png\")
<\/a>Question Credit: Anglo Chinese School (Junior)\/ 2015 Primary 5 SA1\/ Question 18<\/em><\/p>\r\nWe can see that the key difference between the four options is the connection of the bulb(s) in the circuit.\r\nRequirements Needed for a Bulb to Light Up<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\u00a0\r\n\r\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/thesmartstudent.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Screenshot-2017-09-17-12.54.25-1024x547.png\")
<\/a>\r\n\r\n\u00a0\r\n\r\nOne wire is connected to the metal casing & one wire is connected to the metal tip<\/u><\/strong>\r\n\r\n\u00a0\r\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/thesmartstudent.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Example-of-a-Closed-Circuit-e1505630926957-1024x665.png\")
<\/a>Example of a closed circuit<\/em><\/p>\r\nWhen the wires in the circuit are connected to the metal casing and metal tip of the bulb, there is a closed (or complete) circuit with the bulb. Electricity will be able to flow through the filament, causing the bulb to light up.\r\nWhat Happens When Both Wires Are Connected To The Metal Tip\/Metal Casing?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\r\nScenario #1: Both wires are connected to the metal tip<\/strong><\/span>\r\n\r\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/thesmartstudent.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Scenario-1-e1506494508837-1024x543.png\")
<\/a>\r\nExample of a circuit when the wires are connected only to the metal tip<\/em><\/p>\r\nWhen both wires are connected to the metal tip of the bulb, electricity is unable to flow through the filament, preventing the bulb from lighting up.\r\n\r\nScenario #2: Both wires are connected to the metal casing<\/strong><\/span>\r\n\r\n\u00a0\r\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/thesmartstudent.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Scenario-2-e1505630899322-1024x545.png\")
<\/a>Example of a circuit when the wires are connected only to the metal casing<\/em><\/p>\r\nWhen both wires are connected to the metal casing of the bulb, electricity is unable to flow through the filament, preventing the bulb from lighting up.\r\n\r\nNow, let us now take a look at the question again.\r\nAnalysis Of The Options<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\nWhen analysing the circuits, students need to take note of one key point:\r\nHow is the bulb connected to the circuit?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\r\nIn the following analysis, I have traced the pathway that electricity flows through (in red) as well so that it is easier to understand why the bulb lights up.\r\nCircuit A<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\r\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/thesmartstudent.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Circuit-A-748x1024.png\")
<\/a>\r\n\r\nBoth the metal casing and tip of the bulb are connected to the circuit, forming a closed circuit. Thus, electricity is able to flow through the wires in the circuit to the filament, allowing the bulb to light up.\r\nCircuit B<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\r\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/thesmartstudent.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Circuit-B-940x1024.png\")
<\/a>\r\n\r\nOnly the tip is connected to the circuit. Thus, electricity is unable to flow through the filament, preventing the bulb from lighting up.\r\nCircuit C<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\r\n
We understand that a healthy amount of stress for a child can be positive. However, excessive amounts are absolutely unfavourable.<\/p>\n
Here are 5 helpful tips<\/span> to help your child manage stress. After applying these tips, your child’s well-being may improve as these tips can help him\/ her to realise ways to overcome stress<\/a>.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n One major factor which induces stress within your child is overloading his\/ her schedule. Some parents in Singapore often have the \u2018kiasu<\/em>\u2019 mentality which leads to overloading their children, thus leaving them little time to rest.<\/p>\n Imagine your child\u2019s schedule on a typical school day. With the pressure of succeeding in their academics and CCA, your child will inevitably feel the stress of managing his\/ her life.<\/p>\n Children require time within their day to rest and relax. Let your child play in the playground, watch television or even take an afternoon nap.<\/p>\n Such activities between their busy schedules are essential in rejuvenating them and this helps to reduce their stress level.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Sleep is extremely important for a child. On average, it is recommended for children to have at least 7 hours of uninterrupted rest in order to for them to feel refreshed and remain healthy.<\/p>\n Having sufficient sleep has many benefits for your children which include better memory retention and stress reduction.<\/p>\n Hence, do make sure that your child has ample rest during the night to help improve their academic performance when he\/she is in school the next day.<\/p>\n When your child is getting ready for bed at night, you can ensure that there are little distractions for him\/her while trying to fall asleep. This includes taking away their mobile devices or switching off all computers and television sets. A conducive environment for sleep is necessary for allowing your child to have a good night\u2019s rest!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n As adults, we know how stress feels and the physiological symptoms that follow. Such symptoms can come in many forms such as headaches, being irritable and insomnia.<\/p>\n Upon noticing such symptoms, we know how to counter them due to our experience.<\/p>\n However, will our child also realise these symptoms of stress as well as we do?<\/p>\n As a parent, talk to your child and explain what stress is and the symptoms associated with it. Allowing your kids to understand stress is important as they will be able to recognise the symptoms and counter it.<\/p>\n Remember, your child knows his\/ her body best. As such, teach your children to listen to their body in order to prevent stress from overwhelming them.<\/p>\n Stress is a subtle enemy! Confront it before it consumes you!<\/em><\/p>\n <\/em><\/p>\n Many of us do not realise this but stress can be contagious.<\/p>\n Picture yourself being in a room full of people who are anxious and stress over a certain situation. Eventually, you may be influenced by them and become anxious as well.<\/p>\n Similarly, this can happen with your children as well. As parents, your child looks up to you as his\/her role models. So be calm in front of your kids and do not allow your stress to be \u2018transferred\u2019 to your child.<\/p>\n Alternatively, you can show your children effective solutions when it comes to confronting stress. By setting an example and showing your children how to be calm during a stressful situation, they may learn certain techniques from you and use it to reduce their own stress.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Some children become stressed upon committing a mistake. They think of the consequences of their errors and as a result, this increases their stress level unnecessarily.<\/p>\n Teach your child that not all mistakes can be avoided in life and every mistake has a solution.<\/p>\n Everyone Makes Mistakes. Every Mistake Has A Remedy. <\/em><\/p>\n Your child must learn that mistakes are important and are part of a learning process. Helping your children understand that even adults, such as yourself, make mistakes will allow them to learn to accept their own errors and move on.<\/p>\n As a parent, help your children understand the cause of their mistake and find a solution together. Such activities not only help you foster a stronger bond between yourself and your child, but also provides your child confidence in facing future problems in life.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Stress can be subtle.<\/p>\n Teaching your children the importance of controlling stress<\/a> and understanding the symptoms associated with it allows your children to manage their life better.<\/p>\n As such, their mental well-being can improve significantly as long as they have you guiding them through such a process.<\/p>\n Ample rest and managing your children\u2019s schedule are essential in reducing your children\u2019s stress level. Your children are kids after all so let them play and have fun! Arranging \u2018downtime\u2019 within their schedule gives them the opportunity to rejuvenate and relax.<\/p>\n Stress is unavoidable BUT stress can be controlled.<\/p>\n Happy Parenting!<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.22.7″ custom_margin=”0px||” custom_padding=”0px||” global_module=”933″][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.25″ custom_padding=”|||” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_divider color=”#898989″ _builder_version=”3.22.7″][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/thepiquelab.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/The-Pique-Lab-Parent-Support-Group-CTA.jpg.png” url=”https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/279058918884463\/” align=”center” align_tablet=”center” align_last_edited=”on|desktop” admin_label=”PSG” _builder_version=”3.23″ z_index_tablet=”500″][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.27.4″ text_text_color=”#333333″ text_font_size=”18px” text_orientation=”center” z_index_tablet=”500″]<\/p>\n Please click here<\/strong><\/a> to join our Parent Support Group on Facebook!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":292,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"on","_et_pb_old_content":"Students learn<\/span> the topic of Electricity<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0at Primary 5 and many of them find the concepts to be confusing, especially when they are first exposed to this topic.\r\n\r\nAs such, over the next few blog posts, I will be sharing more about the concepts of Electricity<\/strong><\/span>\u00a0that are commonly tested during examinations.\r\n\r\nIn today\u2019s blog post, I will be focusing on the arrangement of the wires in a bulb and relate it to how a bulb should be connected in a circuit.\r\n The following question is commonly encountered by students during tests.<\/p>\r\n Example of a circuit when the wires are connected only to the metal tip<\/em><\/p>\r\nWhen both wires are connected to the metal tip of the bulb, electricity is unable to flow through the filament, preventing the bulb from lighting up.\r\n\r\nScenario #2: Both wires are connected to the metal casing<\/strong><\/span>\r\n\r\n\u00a0\r\n Circuit A<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\r\n Circuit B<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\r\n Circuit C<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\r\n#1 Tip: Stop Overloading<\/span><\/h2>\n
#2 Tip: Sleep is Important!<\/span><\/h2>\n
#3 Tip: Realising the Signs of Stress<\/span><\/h2>\n
#4 Tip: Manage Your Own Stress!<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\n
#5 Tip: Understanding Mistakes are Unavoidable<\/span><\/h2>\n
In conclusion\u2026<\/span><\/h3>\n
Today\u2019s Question:<\/span><\/h2>\r\n
How Should The Bulb Be Connected To The Circuit For It To Light Up?<\/strong><\/span><\/blockquote>\r\n
<\/a>Question Credit: Anglo Chinese School (Junior)\/ 2015 Primary 5 SA1\/ Question 18<\/em><\/p>\r\nWe can see that the key difference between the four options is the connection of the bulb(s) in the circuit.\r\nRequirements Needed for a Bulb to Light Up<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\u00a0\r\n\r\n
<\/a>\r\n\r\n\u00a0\r\n\r\nOne wire is connected to the metal casing & one wire is connected to the metal tip<\/u><\/strong>\r\n\r\n\u00a0\r\n<\/a>Example of a closed circuit<\/em><\/p>\r\nWhen the wires in the circuit are connected to the metal casing and metal tip of the bulb, there is a closed (or complete) circuit with the bulb. Electricity will be able to flow through the filament, causing the bulb to light up.\r\nWhat Happens When Both Wires Are Connected To The Metal Tip\/Metal Casing?<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\r\nScenario #1: Both wires are connected to the metal tip<\/strong><\/span>\r\n\r\n
<\/a>\r\n<\/a>Example of a circuit when the wires are connected only to the metal casing<\/em><\/p>\r\nWhen both wires are connected to the metal casing of the bulb, electricity is unable to flow through the filament, preventing the bulb from lighting up.\r\n\r\nNow, let us now take a look at the question again.\r\nAnalysis Of The Options<\/strong><\/span><\/h2>\r\n
<\/a>\r\n\r\nWhen analysing the circuits, students need to take note of one key point:\r\nHow is the bulb connected to the circuit?<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\r\nIn the following analysis, I have traced the pathway that electricity flows through (in red) as well so that it is easier to understand why the bulb lights up.\r\n
<\/a>\r\n\r\nBoth the metal casing and tip of the bulb are connected to the circuit, forming a closed circuit. Thus, electricity is able to flow through the wires in the circuit to the filament, allowing the bulb to light up.\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\nOnly the tip is connected to the circuit. Thus, electricity is unable to flow through the filament, preventing the bulb from lighting up.\r\n
![\"\"](\"https:\/\/thesmartstudent.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Circuit-C-1024x819.png\")
<\/a><\/p>\r\nOnly the casing is connected to the circuit. Thus, electricity is unable to flow through the filament, preventing the bulb from lighting up.\r\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/thesmartstudent.sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Circuit-D-707x1024.png\")
<\/a><\/p>\r\nBoth the metal casing and tip of the two bulbs are connected to the circuit, forming a closed circuit. Thus, electricity is able to flow through the wires in the circuit to the filaments, allowing the bulbs to light up.\r\n\r\nAs the bulbs in circuits A and D will light up, the correct answer is option 4.\r\n