Supporting Your Child’s Growth Together
Find tips, Activities, And Tools To Nurture Your Child’s Development Both At School And At Home.
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Smart Parenting
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Empower your child’s growth with love, patience, and mindful guidance. Build lasting connections through meaningful activities. Together, nurture a bright and confident future.
Parenting Essentials
Healthy Snack Ideas for Kids (Kerala Style)
Banana Slices with Honey
Banana Slices with Honey
Locally sourced ripe bananas drizzled with a touch of honey or jaggery syrup.
Idli Fingers
Idli Fingers
Steamed idlis cut into strips, lightly sautéed with ghee and a sprinkle of grated coconut.
Veggie Sticks with Coconut Chutney
Veggie Sticks with Coconut Chutney
Carrot, cucumber, and raw mango sticks paired with mildly spiced coconut chutney.
Chakka Varuthathu (Jackfruit Chips)
Chakka Varuthathu (Jackfruit Chips)
Homemade crispy jackfruit chips prepared with minimal oil.
Aval Nanachathu (Sweetened Beaten Rice)
Aval Nanachathu (Sweetened Beaten Rice)
Flattened rice mixed with grated coconut, jaggery, and a pinch of cardamom.
Pazham Pori (Banana Fritters)
Pazham Pori (Banana Fritters)
Ripe bananas dipped in a rice flour batter and shallow fried for a traditional Kerala treat.
Sukhiyan
Sukhiyan
A sweet snack made with green gram, jaggery, and coconut wrapped in a crispy batter.
Tender Coconut Malai with Fruits
Tender Coconut Malai with Fruits
Soft tender coconut pulp mixed with small chunks of seasonal fruits like guava and papaya.
Engaging Activities to Do at Home
Storytelling Time
DIY Craft Projects
Mini Garden Setup
Cooking Together
Practical Parenting Tips for Preschoolers
Create a Routine
Create a Routine
Establishing a consistent daily routine helps children feel secure. In Kerala, traditions like having a set time for prayers, meals, and play can make children feel more connected to their cultural roots while fostering discipline.
Encourage Independent Play
Encourage Independent Play
Allow your child to play independently with toys molds or traditional Kerala wooden toys. This promotes creativity, problem-solving, and independence.
Promote Healthy Eating Habits
Promote Healthy Eating Habits
Offer Kerala's healthy snacks like Puttu, Appam, or fresh coconut water. Encourage your child to eat a variety of local fruits such as mangoes, bananas, and guavas, which are full of vitamins.
Use Gentle Discipline
Use Gentle Discipline
In Kerala, parenting often includes using calm and loving discipline, such as redirecting behavior or explaining why certain actions are not acceptable. Explain the importance of manners like “please” and “thank you” in everyday interactions.
Encourage Outdoor Play
Encourage Outdoor Play
Take advantage of Kerala’s natural beauty by encouraging outdoor play. Take your child to local parks or the beach, where they can explore nature, engage in physical activities, and learn about the environment.
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