Olajumoke Akin-Dada, Author at Parental Pal

November 12, 2024

ParentFest 2024: A Time of Fun and Networking

As a parent, one of the major plans that takes up the bulk of your goals for the year revolves around the children and the home. But what if you can get a chance to be just an adult without thinking of the children for…

The Academic and Social Impacts of Bullying

As we ease closer to The International Day Against Violence and Bullying at School including cyberbullying. It is time to face the elephant in the room: bullying. Let’s look at the underlying issues that cause bullying, what it means, and how to stop bullying in…

Why Parents Should Get Involved in Their Child’s School Activities

Even though it is quite clear that one cannot force a parent to be actively involved in their child’s school activities, it is still worth trying to communicate why it is important that parents get involved in their children’s school activities. One of the most…

Tutoring Etiquette: Tips That Every Tutor Should Know

The art of teaching is as old as time and because of this, there are certain tutoring tips that every teacher should know when engaging their students. Tutoring is not set in stone. There are various methods to it, and as a result, parents must…

September 30, 2024

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The Importance of Child Education in Today’s World

In a world where parenting has become so mediocre and children are growing up with low morals, the importance of child education cannot be overstated. Education is a process in which one person obtains or imparts fundamental knowledge to another. It is also where a…

September 23, 2024

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The Different Styles of Tutoring: A Must Read

Since every child is distinct and has an individual style of learning, the different styles of tutoring must be introduced and known to all parents. In this article, I highlight the different styles of tutoring with a focus on the most prominent styles used by…

September 5, 2024

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How to Mentally Prepare Your Child for a New School Year

As a parent, have you ever thought about how you can mentally prepare your child for a new school year? What does mental preparation have to do with anything? You say. Well, you are in for a long ride. I recall as kids, many of…

August 26, 2024

How To Prepare Your Child For the New School Year

As the new school year draws near, every parent whose child is still enrolled in either primary or secondary school will be getting ready for the upcoming term. There would be a lot to do to make sure that the transition from a long summer…

August 19, 2024

The Do’s and Don’ts Of After School Tutoring

After-school tutoring is essential for students who wish to excel in their academics and gain confidence among their peers. Therefore, parents and students alike must learn the dos and don’ts of after school tutoring. Every parent must ensure their child receives extra tutoring outside of…

August 12, 2024

Should Children Be Taught Life Skills? Yes or No

Do you think children should be empowered with life skills? Our generic answer will be Yes, they should. And you are correct. This is because life skills must be instilled in kids from an early age as they will contribute to their overall success and…

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