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Presence: The secret ingredient for successful online homeschooling

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Online homeschooling offers a wealth of opportunities for learning, but it also comes with unique requirements. With the constant barrage of digital distractions, maintaining focus can be a daunting task. However, there is a secret ingredient that can transform the online homeschooling experience: presence. Being fully engaged, attentive, and intentional in learning is the key to […]

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A guide to choosing the best preschool for your child

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Sending your child to preschool is one of the most significant milestones in their early years. It sets the foundation for their learning journey and development. Choosing the best preschool can feel overwhelming, but by focusing on a few key aspects, parents can ensure they find a preschool that aligns with their child’s needs and

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A powerful story of courage and change

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International human rights activist, speaker and author Zulaikha Patel is set to release her second book, Brave Like Me!, published by Pan Macmillan SA. The book is an inspiring story of courage, resilience and the power of young voices. At just 13 years old, Patel became a national symbol of youth activism when she led

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Two Oceans Aquarium: Saving the African penguin

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The African penguin is in crisis, recently listed as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List and potentially facing functional extinction by 2035. The role the Two Oceans Aquarium can play in this urgent crisis is to do what it does best: create awareness and opportunities for education. The Two Oceans Aquarium has been working

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Celebrating roots and voices: The heart of International Mother Language Day

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As an educator and parent at Dibber International Preschool, I carry a deep sense of pride and emotion when I think about the incredible tapestry of languages and cultures that define our community. 21 February, International Mother Language Day, isn’t just another date on the calendar for us. It’s a reminder of the roots that

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From shelves to minds: The vital role of paper books

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The Paper Manufacturers Association of South Africa (PAMSA) has released findings from its 2024 survey on book ownership, revealing that 31% of respondents own fewer than 10 books – a modest improvement from 41% reported in 2022. However, access to books remains a significant challenge for many South Africans. The survey also found that approximately

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How messy play supports toddler development

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Messy play is more than just chaotic fun; it’s a gateway to creative exploration, sensory stimulation and developmental growth for toddlers. Dibber International Preschools champions the power of play, including the wonderfully messy kind, to nurture holistic development in young children. “Messy play is about more than making a mess; it’s about giving children the

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How nature helps South Africa’s fatherless boys

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In western philosophy, the concept of ‘the healing power of nature’ dates to the father of medicine, Hippocrates. However, the conviction in the restorative capacity of being connected to nature is reflected also in indigenous knowledge across the world. While modern science delivers ample evidence that nature is good for body, mind and soul, people

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What do parents really want from their child’s education?

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Most parents are looking for safe school environments where their children can learn and thrive. But for many, the expectations go beyond academic scores and subject choices. Underlying these basics of what we expect from schooling are deeper aspirations that include their child’s social and emotional development, as well as the hopes that through their

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