The Power of Purpose-Built Spaces: Inside GIS’ Early Years Centre
Hemala Devaraj
September 29, 2025
Walk into a preschool and you’ll notice quickly that it’s not just the teachers and the children that shape the
Pre-school
The Great Outdoors with GIS’ Jungle School: Why learning in nature matters and what parents can do
Elaine Yeoh
May 20, 2025
[This article was first published on 17th January 2023 and has been updated as at 20th May 2025.] Generations of
Top Teaching Tips for Lifelong Learners
Hemala Devaraj
April 8, 2025
We enjoy hearing children ask questions like, “How many stars are in the sky?” These intriguing inquiries indicate that they’re
How Happy Teachers Can Spread Joy to Kids
Hemala Devaraj
February 13, 2025
Teacher: “You know, happiness and stress can spread really quickly in a classroom.” Child: “Like… a cold?” Teacher: “Kind of!
A GIS Guide to Play Activities for Different Areas of Development
Elaine Yeoh
January 16, 2024
Play is the Work of Children Interesting fact for parents- research indicates that by the time a child turns 5
makchic Preschool Choices Survey- Win Fabulous Prizes!
Seah Lu Sean
January 15, 2024
As parents, we all want the best for our children, and choosing the right preschool can leave us overwhelmed. The
12 Things to Consider When Choosing the Right Preschool – Plus, a Free Checklist!
Editorial
September 13, 2023
So many preschools, so little time to research! How do you find one that meets your standards, by providing the
How to talk to kids about: Voting and the Elections
Elaine Yeoh
August 10, 2023
[This article was first published on 26th October 2022, and has been updated as at 10th August 2023.] Malaysia’s 15th
8 Ways Your Kid Might Be Smart: Understanding Multiple Intelligences
Elaine Yeoh
June 12, 2023
Gone are the days of equating intelligence solely on the basis of IQ tests and an unbroken string of As
Things To Do in June 2023: School Holiday Programmes, Performances and More!
Elaine Yeoh
May 25, 2023
How time flies! And it’s easy to understand why. As mamas, we are constantly on the move as
7 Powerful Life Lessons Your Child Should Learn At School
Elaine Yeoh
May 19, 2023
School isn’t just about textbooks, tests, and academics! It’s also about the valuable life lessons that come with the learning
Ask The Expert with Garden International School: Raising Resilient Kids
Elaine Yeoh
May 15, 2023
Life can be tough – and it’s no different for our kids! From dealing with school pressure, to navigating friendships,
Kids and Their Questions: Why It’s Not A Bad Thing
Elaine Yeoh
April 18, 2023
I don’t know! Please just be quiet for a second!” If you’ve ever found yourself on the verge of exploding
10 Sensory Play Ideas with Items around the House
Editorial
February 23, 2023
During the dark days of Covid lockdown, we had to stay home with our unvaccinated toddler. Worried about her development
Ask The Expert: Respectful Parenting with Raised with Wonder
Elaine Yeoh
October 6, 2022
‘I’m starting to sound just like my mother!’ Anyone hearing snippets of your own mother’s voice when relating to your
8 Tips for Nurturing Your Child’s Hidden Talents
Elaine Yeoh
September 27, 2022
Parents, if you were given the chance to look ahead into the future, would you want to find out where
Let’s Get Lit! Why Children Need Stories
Elaine Yeoh
August 22, 2022
You pick your kids up from school, they get buckled in the car – and the storytelling begins (with no
16 Activity Kits and Subscription Boxes That Deliver Fun to Your Doorstep
Elaine Yeoh
May 24, 2022
If you are a time-strapped mama, or are cracking your head over activities that are both entertaining and educational, look no
makchic Recommends: Children’s Books We Love
Elaine Yeoh
April 22, 2022
Earlier this month, we recommended a list of children’s bookstores for your family’s book-picking and browsing pleasure. Today, Team makchic shares
What to Do: When Kids Fight With Their Friends
Elaine Yeoh
April 13, 2022
Kids fight. Period. Having a fall out is a normal part of friendship, be it with their siblings, classmates, or