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Children’s Social-Emotional Wellbeing: Why It Matters

August 27, 2020

When you watch Akili Kids! with your children, you can look out for moments where a character has a trait you would like your child to emulate, like honesty, and take a moment to have a conversation with your child about it. Ask a question like:

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The Challenges of Being a Rastafarian Mouse

August 11, 2020

I try really hard to be kind, thoughtful and friendly, and share those values with all the other kids who watch my TV show. But many times, there are people who see that I’m a Rasta, and think because of my accent or the color of my hat, that I am a bad mouse.

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Cat looking at mirror and sees itself as a lion. Self esteem or desire concept.

How to Raise a Successful Child: Part Three

July 4, 2020

If you can help a child to live in a growth mindset, it’s a gift that will serve them well for the rest of their lives. Your child can do anything they put their mind to, but in order to actually do it, they need to imagine and believe that they can succeed. Akili Kids! can help…

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How To Raise a Successful Child: Part Two

June 27, 2020

Continuing the series on How To Raise a Successful Child, I thought it important to address the challenge of fear and its impact on learning. “Would my child learn more if they were not afraid?” Well actually, yes, they would…

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How To Raise a Successful Child: Part One

June 16, 2020

When we nurture a child’s whole being, we open doors to endless possibilities ~Susan Wright Are you familiar with the concept of a well-balanced diet? Essentially saying that if you want to be healthy, there are foods you need to eat from all the food groups; meat, fish and beans for protein (building muscle); rice,…

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Gratitude and Mum’s Day

May 10, 2020

As a Mum of three, I look forward to this annual celebration, being recognized by my sons and daughter for my contributions and sacrifices for the year. I love every moment of it, but truth be told, when I think about my own Mum I always get introspective

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