How Book Clubs Improve Reading Comprehension — And Why It Matters More Than You Think
Reading comprehension is one of the most assessed skills in the Trinidad and Tobago primary school curriculum. It appears in English Language Arts examinations at every standard.
Children's Book Clubs in Trinidad and Tobago — What to Look for and Where to Find Them
If you have ever tried to get your child to read — and been met with resistance, indifference, or the now-familiar phrase "reading is boring" — I want to offer you a different approach.
The Benefits of Joining a Children's Book Club — What Every Parent Needs to Know
If you have ever tried to get your child to read — and been met with resistance, indifference, or the now-familiar phrase "reading is boring" — I want to offer you a different approach.
My Child Is Not Behind — They Are Bored: What to Do When Your Child Is Capable of More Than School Is Asking
There is a particular kind of parental frustration that does not get talked about enough.
The Confidence Gap: Why Your Child Knows More Than They Think — And How to Help Them Show It
Two parents left reviews for The Desha Academy recently. They did not know each other. They were not asked any specific questions. They simply shared their experience — and both of them, independently, used the same word.
The Benefits of Tutoring for Primary School Children — What Every Parent in Trinidad Needs to Know
If you have ever sat at a kitchen table watching your child struggle with homework — frustrated, defeated, or simply switched off — and wondered whether tutoring might help, this post is for you.
The Question I Get Asked Most — And Why It Is the Wrong One
The question I get asked most is: "Is my child too far behind?"
Nobody Teaches Parents How to Teach — But Here Is Where to Start
Most parents want to help their child learn at home. The problem is that no one ever teaches parents how to teach.
The Quiet Child Nobody Asked
I was the child who never raised her hand; not because I didn't know the answer, but because I did not feel that my answer mattered.
What Parents Often Misunderstand About Standard Three
Many parents enter Standard 3 expecting it to be similar to Standard 2, just with a little more work.
Why Scaffolding Matters in Creative Writing
Many parents want their children to become better writers.
When Parents Ask for “Proven Strategies” for Comprehension
Recently, I came across a parent asking for help with Comprehension for her child. One particular phrase stood out for me.
Why Some Children Can Read Fluently but Still Struggle with Comprehension?
Many parents feel relieved when their children finally begin to read fluently. The words are flowing smoothly, the child sounds confident, and the reading sounds “good.”
Beyond the SEA: Why Life Skills are the Real Secret to Your Child’s Success
If you walk into any primary school across Trinidad and Tobago right now, you can practically feel the "buzz." It’s the sound of SEA preparation; the scratching of pencils on practice tests, the drills on Long Division, and the constant hum of Comprehension exercises.
The "Great Unplugging": Why Sweden is Swapping Tablets for Textbooks (And Why It Matters for Your Child)
In an era where "digital-first" has been the golden rule, the world’s most tech-forward nation is doing something radical: They are going back to basics.
How Trinidadian Society Compares with Japan and Singapore: A Cultural Reflection
Every society is characterized by its own values, rhythms, and ways of organizing life. Through observations and reflections, I have noticed unique contrasts between Trinidad and Tobago and two Asian countries: Japan and Singapore. These differences are being highlighted to demonstrate how history, culture, and social expectations shape people’s daily lives.
Caribbean Parenting Mindset: How Shifting Your Approach Helps Children Thrive
I grew up in a home where children followed instructions without asking questions, where a certain look was enough to make you sit up straight, and where adults didn’t always explain; you just did what you were told.
Why Your Child is Falling Behind in School - And It’s Not Because They’re Lazy
One of the things that a parent dislikes hearing is: “They’re lazy.” “They’re not trying.” “They could do better if they wanted to.”
Test Anxiety in Primary School Children: How Parents Can Help at Home
As a primary school teacher with over 20 years of classroom experience, I can say this with confidence: many children know more than they are able to show during a test.
One of the biggest reasons is test anxiety.
My Child Hates Reading - What Parents in Trinidad Can Do (That Actually Works)
If you’ve ever heard, “I don’t like reading.” or watched your child avoid books, rush through reading time, or get frustrated the moment a book comes out; this blog is for you.