Communication

When you talk to your kid, it may sometimes seem like they’re speaking another language – one full of slang words and phrases you’ve never heard of. In this age of texting and emoji, you may even feel that your kid is talking a different language all together. When your kid’s using words like “IDK, TTYL, J , and YOLO”, chances are you miss out on what your kid’s trying to tell you. When “sick” means feeling ill to you, but it means “really good” to your kid, you know theirs is a language barrier. Does your child analyze what words he/she uses? How does he/she talk to different people?

Did you know that reading and speaking to your child from a very young age helps them develop into adults who have a richer vocabulary and a better grasp of grammar?

According to the recent research findings, it was found that many kids face troubles getting used to the English language as they start going to school in India. They might be fluent in their mother tongue but might turn shy and quiet as they face the daunting task of learning a new language in school.

Dealing with lying is frustrating and confusing for many parents. Unfortunately, teens and pre-teens often lie or tell only part of the truth. Kids lie for many reasons: to cover their tracks, to get out of something they don’t want to do, and to fit in with their peers. Sometimes kids tell white lies to protect other people.

Cell phones are a great way to stay in touch anytime, anywhere. But is your child old enough to have one? It’s a tough call for many parents because it’s not just about age. Many parents grapple with this question “Is my child ready for a cell-phone?” Here are few things to keep in mind: