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  Parenting is the most exacting job any human being could ever undertake. It is a 24/7 job that does not come with a rule book or a training manual. You are pretty much on your own when raising your children. That said, there are some characteristics that all good parents share. ·       The first characteristic of a good parent is patience. Patience is required when dealing with tantrums, mood swings, teenage rebellion, and the many other challenges that come with parenting. A good parent is one who can remain calm in the midst of a storm and not lose their temper. ·       The second characteristic of a good parent is consistency. Children thrive on routine and predictability. They need to understand what to expect and what is expected of them. Good parents provide structure and stability in their children’s lives. ·       The third characteristic of a good parent is unconditional love. A good parent loves their child unconditi...

  A child's working memory refers to how they hold on to the information stored in their short-term memory. It is the memory they use when learning different things as they grow. As a parent, you can help improve it by incorporating simple exercise into their daily routine.   You can do these exercises at home or enrol your child in a Central Board of Secondary Education (CSBE) boarding school. CSBE boarding schools include these exercises naturally into the student activities.   Develop your child’s visualisation skills Children can create a picture in their minds based on what they read or hear. One good exercise is to describe to your child a specific situation and ask them to draw it. You can also read stories and let your child tell you the details of how they imagine the story set to be.   Help your child practice active reading Reading out loud, helps your child process the information and unconsciously assess their reading and pronunciation s...

  As a parent, you want to develop your child’s potential and make them the best that they can be. Mental and sensory exercises stimulate and create cell connections in the brain. Allowing your child to experience stimulations at an early age, will accelerate their brain development. Take note of these three parenting strategies that help you raise a smart child.   Help your child’s learning start early.   Learning starts in the crib. There are activities for babies and toddlers that support early brain development. Talking, singing, and gesturing a lot to them will develop their responsiveness. As they grow, you can also sing numbers and letters in a rhythm that they can respond well to.   Even when they cannot reply with complete sentences, communicate with your baby to develop their vocabulary and encourage them to express themselves. Once they learn to talk, ask them questions and appreciate their answers. It will not only boost their self-esteem but ...