The theory of preschooling
The theory of preschooling
A baby isn’t born with a fully developed brain. As it develops, its neurons make up to 15,000 complex connections with each other. This wiring of pathways readies the brain for all future tasks, and is most vigorous in the first six years of life. Pathways used often are strengthened; those not used gradually eliminated. This ‘use it or lose it’ principle of brain develÂopment is the key argument for preschools, as formal schooling begins only at age four or so.
Checklist: 10 must-haves
.Teacher-child ratio of 1:10
.20 children or less per room (more…)
Neither Rotten NOR FORGOTTEN
Neither Rotten NOR FORGOTTEN
A little thought spared during the buying and storing of vegetables goes a long way in avoiding wastage. You can use them fresh and also ensure variety and quality to the dish.
The allure of vegetables is such that it coaxes one to buy indiscriminately. Unlike groceries or other necessities, vegetables are kept enticingly in open baskets. Their colour, freshness and abundance too prompt even the prudent buyer to do some reckless buying.
After struggling home with the overloaded vegetable basket, one often finds that the items bought do not fit into the menu, either because the dish gets repeated or because the accompanying vegetables are absent. Neither do they find a place in the fridge. (more…)