The Curious Educator
Play is not the opposite of learning
Growing up in India, many of us were taught that education had to look serious, while play was treated as a break or distraction. But when we look back, the subjects we truly enjoyed rarely felt difficult. They became easier because we emotionally connected with them — through stories, imagination,...
Learning Through Play: The Moments That Shape Us
Learning through play doesn’t need elaborate plans or perfect setups. It’s in the tiny fingers wrapped around yours, the giggles during storytime, the songs you sing together. These moments shape your child—and you. As a mom of two, I’ve learned to pause, play, and cherish these little bonds.
The Joy of Unstructured Days: Our Summer Break Story
It's been quite some time since I last wrote a blog, and to be honest, it wasn't due to being busy with other tasks; it was simply a lack of inspiration. With exams and the school routine dominating our days, and then the arrival of summer break, things took a...
Parenting Realization: Breaking the Cycle
15 days into the new year, and my parenting resolutions went down the drain. With school exams beginning, I promised to stay calm, focus on myself, and project a better personality. Three papers down, and I found myself yelling, maybe even resembling Manjulika from Bhool Bhulaiyaa. I hated myself for...