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MindChamps Nov 2019 Workshops are Open for Registration

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<h4>KiasuParents members&#8217; exclusive: Enter promo code KS10 to enjoy 10% discount on the following workshops!</h4>
<h4><img onerror="kspReplaceCdn(this)" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="alignnone size-full wp-image-71800" src="https://www.kiasuparents.com/kiasu/files/u36736/Monster-Alive.jpg" alt="" width="1560" height="1037" srcset="https://wp.kiasuparents.com/kiasu/files/u36736/Monster-Alive.jpg 1354w, https://wp.kiasuparents.com/kiasu/files/u36736/Monster-Alive-320x213.jpg 320w, https://wp.kiasuparents.com/kiasu/files/u36736/Monster-Alive-800x532.jpg 800w" sizes="(max-width: 1560px) 100vw, 1560px" /></h4>
<h4>Monster Alive Writing Workshop 
<a href="http://workshops.mindchamps.com/#monster-alive">http://workshops.mindchamps.com/#monster-alive</a></h4>
Venue: MindChamps @ Toa Payoh, Toa Payoh HDB Hub East Wing, Level 17
We are brewing something spooky and fun this March School Holiday! Come discover a world of monsters and let your child’s creative juices flow! Here, they will get to be involved in the creative process, learn about concept building, as well as techniques for writing. This monster expedition takes your child on a journey to discover the wonders of creative writing. Discover Adjectives, Conjunctions, Verbs and many more with our Monsters. In this half-day monster expedition, children will get to learn all about creative writing and create their very own masterpiece. Be sure to cheer them on!
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20 Mar
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9am – 1pm
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K2
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$89
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22 Mar
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1pm – 5pm
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Primary 1
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$89
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22 Mar
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1pm – 5pm
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Primary 2
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$89
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<h4>Primary Success Workshop 
<a href="http://workshops.mindchamps.com/#primary-success">http://workshops.mindchamps.com/#primary-success</a></h4>
Venue: MindChamps @ Toa Payoh, Toa Payoh HDB Hub East Wing, Level 17
Let you P3 – P6 child get productive this March Holiday and to be ahead of the curve for 2019, Term 2! Our curriculum for this 2-day workshop is designed to enhance and further polish skills that are taught in school, deepen the understanding of concepts and foster collaborative skills though group or pair work.
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PRIMARY 3
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18 Mar to 19 Mar
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18 Mar
1pm – 3pm: Maths, Concept formation (Patterns)
19 Mar
1pm – 3pm: English, Concept Formation (Reading Comprehension)
3.30pm – 5.30pm: Science, Concept Formation (Magnets)
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$189
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18 Mar
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18 Mar
3.30pm – 5.30pm: Chinese, Concept Formation (Creative Writing)
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$68
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PRIMARY 4
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18 Mar to 19 Mar
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18 Mar
3.30pm – 5.30pm: Maths, Concept formation (Patterns)
19 Mar
1pm – 3pm: Science, Concept Formation (Magnets)
3.30pm – 5.30pm: English, Concept Formation (Reading Comprehension)
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$189
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18 Mar
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18 Mar
1pm – 3pm: Chinese, Concept Formation (Creative Writing)
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$68
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PRIMARY 5
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20 Mar to 21 Mar
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20 Mar
1pm – 3pm: Maths, Concept formation (Patterns)
21 Mar
1pm -3pm: English, Concept Formation (Reading Comprehension)
3.30pm – 5.30pm: Science, Concept Formation (Magnets)
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20 Mar
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20 Mar
3.30pm – 5.30pm: Chinese, Concept Formation (Creative Writing)
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$68
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PRIMARY 6
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20 Mar to 21 Mar
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20 Mar
3.30pm – 5.30pm: Maths, Concept formation (Patterns)
21 Mar
1pm -3pm: Science, Concept Formation (Magnets)
3.30pm – 5.30pm: English, Concept Formation (Reading Comprehension)
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20 Mar
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20 Mar
1pm – 3pm: Chinese, Concept Formation (Creative Writing)
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<h4>Thinking Cap Workshop 
<a href="http://workshops.mindchamps.com/#thinking-cap">http://workshops.mindchamps.com/#thinking-cap</a>
Venue: MindChamps @ Toa Payoh, Toa Payoh HDB Hub East Wing, Level 17</h4>
BACK BY POPULAR REQUEST
Through MindChamps’ proprietary Thinking Cap Programme, you can empower your child with the crucial learning, thinking and communication skills needed to excel in school and beyond. This fun-filled workshop is specially designed to introduce the Champion Mindset to P3 – P6 students. Students will gain self-directed learning skills, creative problem-solving, divergent thinking skills and boost their confidence though exciting activities.
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18 to 19 Mar
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9am – 6pm
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Primary 5 &amp; 6 (Combined)
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<h4>Actors Centre Kids Workshop 
<a href="http://workshops.mindchamps.com/#ack">http://workshops.mindchamps.com/#ack</a></h4>
Venue: MindChamps @ Toa Payoh, Toa Payoh HDB Hub East Wing, Level 17
Join us this holiday as we take your N1 to P3 kid on a magical journey through various theatrical scenarios. Using skills learned in the programme, we will provide your kid with confidence, the creativity skills to think out of the box and, more importantly, collaboration skills. Let your kids learn the use of vocal expression to give life to characters and develop their mindset and imagination through fun and challenging exercises and activities.
N1 &amp; N2
This is a theme-based programme that uses: stories; songs, discussions; drama activities, craft work, movement, music and improvised adventures to develop Confidence, Creativity and Collaboration. Each day, your child will take home a craft created in class that is related to and used in their themed adventure activities.
In this workshop, your child will:
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<li>Learn to build characterisation through acting techniques based on the individual themes.</li>
<li>Improve emotional control through emotion-based explorations.</li>
<li>Improve vocal projection and oral language skills by speaking in front of their friends and in group settings.</li>
<li>Develop the confidence to express their ideas through open discussions, storytelling and improvisation.</li>
<li>Develop gross motor skills through drama, songs and movement.</li>
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K1 &amp; K2
This is a creativity and acting skills-based programme that uses stories, discussions, drama activities, movement, music, improvised activities, scenes and adventures to develop Confidence, Creativity and Collaboration. Your kid gets the opportunity to use, explore and engage with various props and costume pieces from the Creativity Chest. These items are used as a stimulus to create monologues, dialogues and improvised scenes.
In this workshop, your child will:
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<li>Learn and expand characterisation through acting techniques based on the individual mini themes.</li>
<li>Improve and build emotional control through emotion-based acting explorations.</li>
<li>Improve vocal projection and oral language skills by learning proper vocal projection techniques, speaking in front of others and in a group setting.</li>
<li>Develop the confidence to express their ideas through open discussions, storytelling and improvisation.</li>
<li>Explore spoken language and their ideas by taking part in interactive storytelling and discussions.</li>
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P1 to P3
This is a creativity, improvisation and acting skills-based programme that uses stories, discussions, drama activities, music, movement, improvised activities, scenes and adventures to develop Confidence, Creativity and Collaboration. Your kid will get the opportunity to use, explore and engage with various props and costume pieces from the Creativity Chest. These items are used as a stimulus to create monologues, dialogues and improvised scenes. The Creativity Chest allows children to push their creative limits and lets their ideas soar!
In this workshop, your child will:
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<li>Learn and expand characterisation through acting techniques based on the individual mini themes.</li>
<li>Improve and build emotional control through emotion-based explorations.</li>
<li>Improve vocal projection and oral language skills by learning proper vocal projection techniques, speaking in front of others and in a group setting.</li>
<li>Develop the confidence to express their ideas through open discussions, storytelling and improvisation.</li>
<li>Explore spoken language and their ideas by taking part in interactive storytelling and discussions.</li>
<li>Develop collaboration skills by actively listening, accepting the ideas of others, and developing teamwork through a multitude of theatrical activities.</li>
<li>Develop and cultivate creativity through improvised practical activities, scenes and adventures.</li>
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20 Mar
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10am – 11.30am
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Primary to Primary 3 (Combined)
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22 Mar
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9.30am – 11am
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N1 to N2 (Combined)
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$98
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22 Mar
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11.30am – 1pm
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K1 to K2 (Combined)
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$98
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MindChamps March Holiday Workshops are Open for Registration

I grew up watching martial art movies. You know, the type where the pugilist learnt some awesome “killer move” (绝招) that would whip the bad guys into muted submission (In those days, they seldom die. Violent deaths were not as cool then as they are now).
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I incorporate this pugilistic mentality into my teaching programmes and lessons. My strategy is best characterized in 2 words: street fighting. Street-fighting is chaotic pragmatism in action. It is best described as an unorthodox mix of elegant, masterful strokes (knowledge and application) plus an array of nasty tricks equivalent to throwing sand in the eyes, heel on the toes, knee to the gr**n etc. So, if you are looking for some seriously awesome exam tips that will get you from F to A, I would suggest you stop reading now. If you are still with me, let me share my list of 5 wacky exam tips that might just save a few precious marks and move you up a couple of grades.
5. Execute your favourite move first.
No one ever says that you need to do an exam paper from front to back. All of us have our pet topics and our hated ones. Do your favourites first. This will prevent a rushed job on them right at the end and messing up due to carelessness.
4. Approach stranger with care.
Picking a fight with a stranger is always fraught with danger as you will never know if you just challenged a  nine-dan karate expert. In an MCQ exam, never choose an answer that you don’t anything about. Always work through the options that you know and narrow down your options. Between one that you are NOT SURE about and one that you KNOW NOTHING about, NEVER choose the unknown.
3. Spar to find out the best approach.
Many students expect to see a question and immediately arrive at an answer in their head, the equivalent of what I termed as a KO. At A-level, it’s almost never happens. Most questions require students to work at it to find a way to solve it. Remember, Floyd Mayweather Jr becomes arguably the greatest boxer of all times not by KOs, but by sparring and working out the best way to win. 
2. Pick your battles. 
Skipping difficult questions is one of the most underrated skills in the exam halls, and one of the most important. Rather than spend a disproportionate amount of time on getting the hard marks, always pick up the easy ones first. As what we always hear in those old-school kung-fu movies, 三十六计，跑为上计. In short, run and fight another day.  
1. End it fast.
In kung-fu movies, there is always a scene with the heroes facing impossible odds, like 1 vs 100. In the movies, the heroes inevitably win (think Avengers fighting the hordes of Ultrons) But in real life, you’d most likely end up in a pulp. In the exam hall, when faced with an impossibly difficult question, end the fight as soon as possible (like throwing sand in the eyes).
Write the shortest possible answer based on the marks allocated and get out of there. You’ll be amazed how well this works.
The next time you step into the ring (exam hall) for another bout of action, keep these pointers in mind. May the force be with you!
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Feeling inspired? Lessons at Aspen are always interesting and enriching. This coming holidays, we have a wide range of Maths and Science workshops and programmes for PSLE, Secondary and JC students. This is where we develop the real “kung fu” of our students and help them achieve outstanding outcomes: both academic and holistic ones.
<h2>Exclusive Offer ONLY For Members of KiasuParents</h2>
(i) Enjoy 25% off course fees for workshops and 2018 classes
(ii) Enjoy a waiver of registration fee
Limited vacancies only, so hurry!
*Terms and conditions apply.
If you are interested in our programmes and lessons, you can reach us at 6883 2338 or email us at <a href="mailto:enquiries@aspen.com.sg" target="_blank">enquiries@aspen.com.sg</a>. For timely updates, tips and information, do check out our <a href="https://www.facebook.com/aspenlc" target="_blank">Facebook page</a>.

Kung-fu inspired exam strategies: Tips from Aspen Learning Centre

There is no escaping the digital revolution that is upon us, and coding is the literacy that will help our children make sense of the technologies around them. Whether it leads to a career in the high growth areas of software development, data analytics, cybersecurity, or robotics, coding is invaluable in developing computational thinking skills that children can apply to any subject in school as well as in life.
:: Interested in a trial coding workshop for the Dec 2017 holidays by <a href="http://www.duinokids.com" target="_blank">Duino Kids</a>? Read on to the end of the article to get the exclusive promotion for KiasuParents readers. 
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<h4>Block-Based vs Text-Based Coding</h4>
Before enrolling your child in a coding course, it is important to distinguish between block-based and text-based coding. Block-based coding which is graphics-based, involves using pre-set blocks of instructions that a child can drag and drop into a code editor. It is used by schools and most enrichment centres to introduce young children to coding. On the other hand, text-based coding involves typing actual text with a keyboard, which is how coding was originally done and is still being practised by professional programmers today.
Here at Duino Kids, we train our students in the C programming language, one of the oldest and most commonly used text-based coding languages. C programming and its offshoots are still widely used in the world today – Microsoft and Apple use C++ and Objective-C respectively. Using C programming, students are taught to code within the Arduino Integrated Development Environment (IDE) which consists of a text editor and other essential functions to upload their programmes.
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<h4>What It Really Means To Start From Scratch</h4>
Compared to text-based coding, block-based coding is a relatively recent development that allows learners to dispense with writing a single line of code. As seen in the popular Scratch platform, students can bypass the need to learn the basics of a formal programming language. However, the name of the platform – Scratch – is a misnomer because for students to truly start from scratch, they must understand the fundamental principles of programming. If the foundation is absent, children will not be able to grasp the essential concepts and come up with innovative codes to creatively solve problems.
Although block-based coding may generally be the preferred approach to kickstart learners’ interest in coding, it may hold true only for very young children. Once they advance in their years, they will feel they are not really doing ‘real’ coding and will be limited in terms of expressing their creativity. Here at Duino Kids, our programmes are meant for children aged nine and above. Studies have shown that this is the ideal age for understanding the concepts of coding. There is also research done to suggest that users of block-based coding when switching to text-based coding, do not recognise the importance of precise syntax and may as a result become demoralised when their codes repeatedly contain errors and become unusable.
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<h4>The Lasting Benefits Of Text-Based Coding</h4>
By not taking shortcuts to learning coding, children will acquire the strong foundation of being able to think through how to arrive at a desired outcome and the discipline to spot errors in spelling, correct letter casing and formatting. In addition, they will gain six computational skills that will put them in good stead when solving complex problems in their school subjects as well as in daily life:
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<li>Logical Thinking – the rules of logic and cause and effect, when assimilated, will allow for more accurate results and conclusions</li>
<li>Algorithmic Thinking – the ability to arrive at a solution through clearly defined steps</li>
<li>Scientific Thinking – applying the scientific method of experimentation to form testable hypotheses, question ideas and determine if something is true</li>
<li>Conceptual Thinking – thinking at an abstract level and applying insights to any given situation which is an essential leadership skill</li>
<li>Solution-Based Thinking – involves evaluating a current problem or situation and determining reasonable, practical solutions for it</li>
<li>Innovation Thinking – coming up with new methods, ideas, or products</li>
</ol>
Four of these computational thinking skills; Logical, Algorithmic, Conceptual and Solution-Based Thinking, will directly aid your child in Mathematics, while all six of them will enable your child to avoid making careless mistakes, and apply their creativity to solve complex problems in all their school subjects. When your child grows up, these thinking skills can be applied throughout many occupations, e.g., engineering, finance, legal, marketing, corporate services, scientific research, and many others.
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<h4>Engaging &amp; Fun Workshops For Your Child</h4>
Here at Duino Kids, our low trainer-to-student ratio of 1:4 ensures that your child will benefit from the individual attention of our expert and patient trainers. Students will be taught how to programme and download codes into the Wink – a 5cm by 5cm micro robot – which will be theirs to keep after the course. The Wink is a mini vehicle – unlike the micro:bit which is a small circuit board – and is highly manoeuvrable via differential steering using two tiny motor shafts.
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Seeing the Wink perform tasks in response to their codes is a great thrill for every child! There are many engaging games and activities that your child can programme the Wink for, such as the Zombie Apocalypse Game where an ‘infected’ Wink goes around infecting others (see video below), and the Police Car Siren Game where it can be programmed to sense moving lights (e.g., from a torchlight) and chase them with sirens wailing!
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With all these engaging activities at hand, you can be assured of your child’s active involvement and their subsequent sense of fulfilment in accomplishing the various projects. 
<h4>School Holiday Workshop Promotion </h4>
For our upcoming school holiday workshops, we will be offering a special rate of $49.90 (U.P. $129.90) for the Duino Kids holiday trial workshop, use promo code &#8220;DKKSP1017&#8220;.
To reserve a place for your child, please SMS “DKKSP1017&lt;space&gt;Name&lt;space&gt;Mobile No.” to 9633 1842 or visit <a href="http://www.duinokids.com" target="_blank">www.duinokids.com</a> / call 6528 8359 to quote.
Special rate at $49.90 valid till 31 Oct 2017.

No Shortcuts To Learning Coding – How A Strong Foundation In Text-Based Coding Will Benefit Your Child

Choosing a suitable enrichment programme to keep your child occupied during the school holidays may be as difficult as choosing which confectionary to buy from the bakery. They all look good and you wish you could have them all.
However, if you could only pick just one holiday camp for the 2017 mid-year break, the fun-filled June Holiday Enrichment Camp at The Grandstand can be an excellent choice. Here’s why we think so.
<h4>#1 An 8-in-1 enrichment programme for mind &amp; body</h4>
Held at The Grandstand, the largest family lifestyle destination in Bukit Timah, this holiday enrichment camp will see different tenants of the mall coming together to offer a unique four-day programme targeted at children aged 7 to 12.
From craft work to language immersion, programming to sports and exercise, there will never be a dull moment during the camp. Running from 12 June to 15 June 2017 (9:30am to 5:00pm daily), the camp will give children a first-hand taste of a wide spectrum of activities – a refreshing change from most other holiday camps which usually focus on just one subject or activity.
The following 8 children enrichment centres will conduct short workshops and classes during the camp.
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Computhink: ScratchThinker Programming Class to teach kids about coding and to create minigames, animations or story projects of their choice
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JH Kim Taekwondo: Learn the basics of blocking, striking and kicking and let your child pick up basic self-defence techniques from experienced instructors
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GIM Sports: Basic gymnastics games and skills
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Bricks 4 Kidz: Be exposed to the exciting Bricks 4 Kidz themed camps and have a fun and educational time making characters from Pokémon, Mindcraft, Frozen or Minion using LEGO® bricks
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The LPN Art School: Learn to create artworks, inspired by great artists such as Van Gogh, Miro, Kandinsky, and Picasso
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Yang Language School: Learning Chinese idioms (成语) through games and calligraphy
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Fidgets World: Have fun with an ice-breaking game, followed by free play and a 60-minute craft session
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San Merinos: A 3-hour workshop to teach the basics of sewing by making a cute pencil case 
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<h4>#2 Don’t worry, eat happy</h4>
In order to fuel up their energy for the full line-up of activities, this holiday camp doesn’t forget to satisfy participants’ appetites too. A delectable selection of lunch options catered daily from F&amp;B tenants at The Grandstand will pique the appetites of even the pickiest little eaters. The menu for the four days includes Japanese fare from Restaurant Hoshigaoka, local delights from Canteen, treats from the Fidgets World Café and pasta and other delights from Carnivore.
<h4>#3 Overall a good deal, dollars-wise</h4>
Following a random check around the market, we found out that a certain learning centre, well known for its mind-mapping methods is charging $600 for a 2-day holiday camp; 5 sessions of coding classes at another centre’s summer camp programme will cost $570. So assuming that you sign your child up for both these camps, you will be paying over $1,000 in course fees – and don’t forget that it’ll only be for two specific subjects.
On the other hand, The Grandstand’s holiday camp costs $499 and covers eight interesting activities in one camp, with lunch provided. The participants get the opportunity to learn a variety of skills and make new friends at the same time. Parents needn’t worry about having to ferry your children to different locations for their enrichment classes – plus parking is always free at the sprawling The Grandstand car park! Sounds good? You do the math!
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Holiday Camp Details
Date: 12 – 15 June 2017 Time: 9.30am to 5.00pm (meet at the Concierge at 9:00am) Cost: $499.00
<h4>Sign up by 9th June 2017 to enjoy an exclusive early-bird goodie bag worth over $80! While stocks last. </h4>
Registration and payment (cash/nets) must be done at San Merinos (#01-32A) from: Mon-Sat 10am to 7pm, Sun 11am to 7pm, closed on public holidays.
Terms and Conditions:
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<li>All prices are inclusive of GST.</li>
<li>Registration &amp; payment (cash/nets) must be made at San Merinos before commencement of camp, accompanied by the registration form. Operating hours of San Merinos are: Mon &#8211; Sat 10am to 7pm, Sun 11am to 7pm and closed on public holidays.</li>
<li>Payment of $499.00 for the camp is strictly non-refundable.</li>
<li>Cancellations must be in writing at least 1 week before commencement of camp.</li>
<li>Cogent Land Capital Pte Ltd and its participating partners reserve full rights to cancel the camp, to change the date, time, proceedings and/or venue of the camp where deemed necessary without prior notice and compensation.</li>
<li>Cogent Land Capital Pte Ltd and its participating partners will not be held liable for any mishap or injury to, or any loss or damage suffered by the participants during or as a result of the camp.</li>
<li>Cogent Land Capital Pte Ltd and its participating partners reserve the right to carry out photography and/or video recording of the person/s within the facility of Cogent Land Capital Pte Ltd at any time it deemed necessary. The images obtained are considered properties of Cogent Land Capital Pte Ltd and its participating partners, and reserve the right to use it in any way it deemed necessary.</li>
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For further enquiries, please email <a href="mailto:marketing@cogentland.com.sg">marketing@cogentland.com.sg</a>.
Schedule
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Reasons Why The Grandstand June Holiday Camp Satisfies the Mind, Appetite & Wallet

<h2>“Coding is the language of the future for all, not just future computer scientists. Teach it to kids in school.”</h2>
Excerpt from the recent article in <a href="http://www.straitstimes.com/opinion/add-coding-to-basic-skills-taught-in-schools" target="_blank">The Straits Times</a> last Thursday (May 11&#8217;17)
Recently, there has been much hype about Coding with the Government’s push on introducing coding to schools in Singapore, especially with Python to be tested as an ‘O’ level subject starting from 2017 in 19 schools in Singapore. But what is Coding, really? And why do our kids need to learn how to code?
Coding Lab is an award-winning (Yes! They were Voted Best in Coding Curriculum by Parents) school which grooms children aged 4-16 in 3 different countries (Japan, Perth and Singapore).
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Foo Yong Ning, Founder of <a href="http://www.codinglab.com.sg/" target="_blank">Coding Lab</a> shares with us some insights on how learning to code early can help children to become better problem-solvers and logical thinkers.
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A Coding Camp at Coding Lab’s Flagship Campus at Upper Bukit Timah Road.
Read on to find out how you can give your child a head start:
<h2>1. Rapid Growth in the Technology Sector</h2>
Information Technology was one of the top five highest paying sectors in Singapore in 2016. [1] Technology-related careers increasingly command top dollar, thanks to the Government’s push in the infocomm sector. With initiatives such as the ICT Learning roadmap (a push from IMDA to boost MOE schools’ ICT clubs capabilities) as well as IMDA Pixel Labs, almost every child in Singapore will now have a brush with technology sometime or the other.
<img onerror="kspReplaceCdn(this)" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-34934 aligncenter" src="https://www.kiasuparents.com/kiasu/files/u133359/coding-group-e1495027863629.jpg" alt="coding lab group" width="718" height="480" />Participants at TECH Saturday 2017, organised by IMDA. They created their own Bumper Car App.
With the Smart Nation Drive, Singapore is accelerating its trajectory in going digital, sharing information that improves the quality of life. (Eg. myTransport mobile app – making catching a bus a breeze, and passport renewal notifications). [2]
<h2>2. Technology is pervasive in almost every industry</h2>
There is no doubt that in today’s society, one cannot go through a single day without using a computer device. Whilst we do not expect every child to grow up to be a programmer, we know that future managers and professionals in the workforce will need to be able to communicate with developers.
Computational Thinking is getting into almost every single traditional discipline of Science, Math, Engineering and Finance. We use Computational Thinking to expedite the sequencing of human genome in Biology, analyse fMRI images in Medicine, model chemical reactions in Chemistry, perform weather forecasting in geology, provide the four-colour theorem proof in mathematics, perform aerodynamics tests of aircrafts with computer simulation in Aeronautics, perform quantitative trading in Finance and many more.
<h2>3. Early Technological Literacy Makes Children Smarter</h2>
Whilst evidence has shown that reading is the cornerstone of a child’s development later in life, there is overwhelming research that suggests that early math skills are an better predictor of academic success than early reading skills.
In an article by the Californian Kindergarten Association [3], they found that early math skills were the strongest predictor of academic performance. Reading was second, followed by attention – all of which are important components of learning computational thinking.
Research by Tufts University showed that young children who learned coding significantly improved their sequencing skills, which in turn is known to help with reading comprehension [4].
Today, in countries such as the UK, Nursery-going kids have started learning coding at school, which have left many parents baffled and unable to keep up with the tech jargon spouted by our preschoolers as young as 3.
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/CodingLabAsia/videos/1354640127954078/" target="_blank"><img onerror="kspReplaceCdn(this)" decoding="async" loading="lazy" class="wp-image-34853 alignleft" src="https://www.kiasuparents.com/kiasu/files/u133359/image-e1494999586169.png" alt="image" width="249" height="272" /></a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/CodingLabAsia/videos/1354640127954078/" target="_blank">Our 4-year olds with their Mother&#8217;s Day Animation at Pororo Park Singapore!</a>
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<h2>4. Pick Up Computational Thinking, a critical Life-skill</h2>
Computational thinking is a way of thinking which allows you to solve problems and arrive at a solution which can be easily and accurately executed by a computer (or another human). It is critical that children learn this powerful strategy in life.
Previously introduced only as a tertiary level subject for Engineering or IT undergraduates, the traditional programming curriculum was one with a very steep learning curve.
With the strong need to first understand the syntax (the grammar, punctuations and vocabulary) of the programming language, many an aspiring programmer has had sleepless nights debugging their code, only to realise that a simple error such as an extra bracket or a missing semi-colon would prevent the program from compiling.
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Old: Text-based programming Language
With the introduction of drag-and-drop programming software such as Scratch Junior (Ages 4-7) and Scratch (Ages 8-12) which focus on fostering logical thinking skills with instant, attractive output such as games, colours and animation, children can now start as young as 4 and now go straight to the more important aspect of coding – the computational thinking behind the algorithm, instead of being bogged down by the syntax.
Imagine 9 year-olds learning Genetics, Cell Division or Projectile Motion, in Coding Class! That is now a reality, by integrating Information Technology with mainstream subjects – enabling students to learn advanced concepts readily.
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What our 9-year olds learn in our weekly classes: Programming Projectiles with Rainbows
<h2>5. Get a head start at school</h2>
From 2017, 16-year-old students will be able to take programming as part of their O levels subjects. [5]
This follows the trend globally, where many countries have started to introduce Computer Science as a compulsory subject starting from Elementary School.
United Kingdom
In 2014, UK introduced compulsory computer science curriculum for children aged 5 to 16. Many parents are amazed by the tech vocabulary that their nursery-age kids are sprouting [8]. By the age of seven, all children will now be expected to be capable of writing and debugging a simple program. By 11, some will be exploring concepts once considered appropriate for undergraduate [6].
Japan
In Japan, computer programming will be a compulsory subject at primary school in 2020, with the aim of improving children’s ability to think logically and creatively [7].
Australia
In Sep 2015, Australia announced that Coding will soon replace History and Geography under their revamped national curriculum. Australian students will begin coding at age 10 and computer programming at age 12 [8].
Most importantly, students have so much fun whilst learning a critical life skill!
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Watch our students as young as 8 create a voice recognition app, anti-dengue campaign and so much more!
At Coding Lab, children begin their journey into digital literacy and computational thinking, enabling them to become confident creators of technology. With an MIT-inspired Curriculum, Tech-immersive environment and small class sizes, our workshops cultivate logical problem-solving skills and foster creativity of expression in children.
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We are also voted the Best Coding Curriculum by parents (Parents World Magazine, 2017-17) – awarded only to the best enrichment centres in Singapore.
Coding Lab is offering Kiasuparents readers an exclusive 15% off all their June Holiday Camps. Use code KSP15 at checkout when you purchase any camp slots.
To view our camp schedule, visit <a href="http://www.codinglab.com.sg" target="_blank">www.codinglab.com.sg</a> or call +65 6528 2282. Camps run from 29 May – 23 June 2017. Spaces are running out fast! They take in only 8 students per class.
“Everybody should learn to program a computer because it teaches them to think” 
– Steve Jobs.
<h3 style="text-align: center;">&lt;TESTIMONIALS FROM STUDENTS &amp; PARENTS&gt;</h3>
 Students: &#8220;Coding is very useful, especially at school as I can get a head start on Algebra  which I&#8217;m only supposed to learn it in P6.”, Jake, 8 years old <iframe loading="lazy" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Pm1XQQa8g8Y" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe>
&#8220;In Coding, we use a lot of Mathematics and think a lot. I have to figure our what the different problems are, and how to make them smaller so that they are easier to solve.&#8221; Tobias, 10 years old.
Parents: &#8220;When I first heard about this course, I was quite skeptical… It seemed quite “Heavy Duty” and I was wondering if a child from age 8-12 could appreciate this kind of (programming course). I was caught by surprise when they enjoyed the course so much! It teaches them how to analyse, break down problems into smaller parts. It (can be) applied to their daily life, in schoolwork, even in music scores where they can break it up into pieces and play better. It helps to develop (my) child’s potential!&#8221; Eng Chor Yong, Mother of 3 (2 sons attended Coding Lab&#8217;s classes from 2016-2017)
&#8220;I started looking for a Coding class for Khair because he was interested in sketching, drawing and he had done very simple app animations. In terms of problem solving, coding helps him in realising what works, what doesn’t work, and also the thinking process behind it.&#8221; Nurbakyah Mohd Shaw (Son Khair attended Coding Lab&#8217;s Classes)
View More Testimonials <a href="http://www.codinglab.com.sg/about/testimonials/" target="_blank">here </a>
Like our facebook page for more <a style="color: #0000ff;" href="https://www.facebook.com/CodingLabAsia/videos/1030398367044924/" target="_blank">tips </a>on learning to code with your child. 
This article is brought to you in partnership with Coding Lab.
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<li><a style="color: #0000ff;" href="http://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/smart-nation-report-card-lets-get-digital" target="_blank">http://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/smart-nation-report-card-lets-get-digital </a></li>
<li><a style="color: #0000ff;" href="http://www.tkcalifornia.org/resource-library/resources/files/why-math-matters.pdf" target="_blank">http://www.tkcalifornia.org/resource-library/resources/files/why-math-matters.pdf </a></li>
<li><a style="color: #0000ff;" href="http://ase.tufts.edu/DevTech/publications/aera%20handout%20sequencing.pdf" target="_blank">http://ase.tufts.edu/DevTech/publications/aera%20handout%20sequencing.pdf </a></li>
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5 reasons learning to code gives your child a headstart in life

Coding, the process of programming a computer to perform tasks, promotes computational thinking, which helps your child to tackle complex problems by breaking them down into smaller manageable sequences. Even if your child never becomes a professional software engineer or app developer, learning coding is an extremely useful skill to have as its fundamental principles will help them solve problems in almost any subject in school, and in life.
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The world is becoming more digitally entrenched by the day. To thrive, young children must learn to design, create and express themselves with digital technologies. It is a new literacy that is essential for career pathways in the ever-growing sectors of software development, data analytics, cybersecurity, and robotics.
In 2014, at the launch of Singapore’s Smart Nation initiative, PM Lee said, “We must get our children in schools exposed to IT, exposed to programming. It is a long way for us, but in some countries, all kids are required to learn to code, at least the basics.”
The government also launched the Code@SG movement to nurture interest in technology among young Singaporeans and to continue developing coding and computational thinking as a national capability.
Benefits Of Text-Based Coding
It is important to make a distinction between text-based coding and graphics-based coding. Also known as block-based coding, graphics-based coding is a drag-and-drop approach that is used by schools and many enrichment centres as a way to introduce young children to coding.
Here at Duino Kids, we believe that text-based coding is the superior approach as it is the basic building blocks of coding used by professional programmers and it has no limitations on creativity unlike graphics-based coding which is dependent on pre-set coding blocks.
By learning the proper approach, children will acquire the strong foundation of being able to think through how to arrive at a desired outcome and the discipline to avoid and spot errors in spelling, correct letter casing and formatting, which would render their code unusable. In addition, your child’s ability to touch type will naturally improve as a consequence of working on the keyboard extensively!
Computational Thinking Skills For All School Subjects
By learning text-based coding, your child will acquire the following six computational thinking skills:
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<li>Logical Thinking – the rules of logic and cause and effect, when assimilated, will allow for more accurate results and conclusions</li>
<li>Algorithmic Thinking – the ability to arrive at a solution through clearly defined steps</li>
<li>Scientific Thinking – applying the scientific method of experimentation to form testable hypotheses, question ideas and determine if something is true</li>
<li>Conceptual Thinking – thinking at an abstract level and applying insights to any given situation which is an essential leadership skill</li>
<li>Solution-Based Thinking – involves evaluating a current problem or situation and determining reasonable, practical solutions for it</li>
<li>Innovation Thinking – coming up with new methods, ideas, or products</li>
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For children in school, four of these computational thinking skills; Logical, Algorithmic, Conceptual and Solution-Based Thinking, will directly aid them in Mathematics. What is more, all six computational thinking skills will enable your child to think through in a disciplined fashion, pay attention to fine detail, avoid making careless mistakes, and apply their creativity to solve complex problems in all their school subjects as well as beyond, in their daily life.
Computational thinking skills are transferable and when your child grows up, the skills can be applied across various fields ranging from engineering to finance, legal, marketing, corporate services, and scientific research, amongst many others.
Fun In Programming Micro Robots
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 Here at Duino Kids, your child will receive individual attention from our expert trainers – we have a low trainer-to-student ratio of 1 : 4. As text-based coding can be an intricate process, our trainers are patient and flexible. Students will be taught how to programme and download codes into the Wink, a 5cm by 5cm micro robot. Seeing these micro robots perform tasks in response to their codes is a great thrill for every child!
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About Duino Kids
Duino Kids is a fun and interactive coding workshop for children aged 9 and above. It exposes children to text-based coding using the Arduino Integrated Development Environment (IDE).
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<h3>To enjoy a special rate of $49.90 (U.P. $129.90) for the holiday workshop:</h3>
Please SMS “DKKSP0517&lt;space&gt;Name&lt;space&gt;Mobile No.” to 9633 1842 
or
 visit <a href="http://www.duinokids.com" target="_blank">www.duinokids.com</a> / call 6528 8359 to quote &#8220;DKKSP0517&#8221; 
Duino Kids&#8217; workshop is conveniently located at 500 Toa Payoh Lorong 6, HDB Hub #04-40/41, Singapore 310500.