Children are fascinated by Robotic Toys, as it sparks their curiosity and fuels their imagination. If you had to decode what your child is thinking, you would discover all kinds of interesting questions! How does the Robot move forward? What is this noise that this Robot toy is making? Does the Robot eat any food? Does this toy have any superpower? And, many such pondering thoughts culminate in the child’s inquisitive mind.

There’s no doubt that Kids love cartoons and all sorts of animated characters. Similarly, Robots have their own personality and children admire the vivaciousness of this marvelous toy. The latest AI Powered Robots can interact with kids, recognize faces, and even become a great companion.

Coding Robots for Kids by Matatalab Going a step further, Matatalab has introduced a curriculum that familiarizes students with some basic coding tools in sync with the STEAM Learning practice. Through tangible coding products; Matatalab combines technology and education, providing innovative learning experiences to students as young as 2 to 5 years of age, to develop their 21st century skills.

Here are some good reasons to purchase a coding Robot for Kids: Believe it or not in all fun, games and entertainment, Kiddie Robots are more than just devices that move and make noise. They actually teach the fundamentals of programming, while holistically developing the child’s personality.

Playing with Robots Fosters Communication Skills

Kids who don’t have siblings may find a friend in the Robot! They interact with it, read a book together, and even play a game of catch & cook to stay entertained. Parents also become more inquisitive and start asking questions to parents, thereby enhancing communication skills.

Robot Toys Make Coding a Hands-on Practice

Gone are those days where children were required to visit a computer lab and type some codes or drag the pre-defined code on their PC to learn programming skills. This method becomes rather boring and kids lose interest after a while. Quite contrary to this, a coding Robot Toy encourages hands-on practice, and students can see their commands being executed by the Robot, thereby making the process thrilling.

Builds an interest in STEAM learning

Who wouldn’t like the idea of playing with a Robot, while getting to learn something new each day? The advantages of hands-on coding are manifold and children slowly become lifelong learners through fun & games. An innovative mindset is fostered, by encouraging children to practice trial & error methods to make the toy Robot follow different commands. In case there is an error where the Robot is stuck or starts to show some resistance, students start delving deeper and try to find a solution to the problem. Therefore, a problem-solving approach and logical thinking skills are developed.

Spend More Time With Parents

Robot Toys are not only popular in educational institutes, but Home Edition Sets are also available. Parents all across the world, and from developed countries like Dubai in the Middle East, trust Matatalab for purchasing the latest hands-on coding Robot Toys. Some homes have made it a ritual, where parents & children spend 30 minutes daily together and have a great time navigating the Toy Robot around the living room and making it do all sorts of things. Thanks to Matatalab, parents are able to spend quality time with their kids and learn something new together where children become teachers & parents act as passive observers. The Matatalab kit features a booklet filled with ideas to help kids get started. If you wish to learn more about Matatalab and wonder how to get your hands on it based in GCC and UAE, visit our website https://knowledge-hub.com/

Getting Kids Comfortable with the Digital World

IoT, VR and AI are not just fancy terms! They have become a reality today. What seemed as impossible yesterday, is now seamlessly possible due to the such inventions. Playing with Robots will definitely spark an interest towards the wonders of technology & digitalization amongst children at an early age. By the time children enter high school or even college, they would be confident enough to invent apps and use technology to solve important problems that persist.

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Schools across the world, partner with Carolina, who pioneers in supplying Science Lab Kits with a commitment to make study of Biology and Chemistry more exciting. Carolina is a common name in most educational institutes across Dubai in the Middle East.

Thanks to Carolina’s homeschooling kits, virtual science experiments are continuing as usual. While Carolina kits are tried and tested, one needs to take extra precaution to ensure utmost safety to the student and the home environment.

Teachers, parents, and science supervisors can collectively make home science a safe experience for our little Scientists in the making! The idea is not to be scared, but to be cautious.

Here are some practical tips to practice:

Conduct Experiments only under Adult Supervision

If science needs to happen at home, make sure you are around to supervise and guide. Be in the same room where your child is undertaking the experiment and not away in the kitchen or in another room tending to your client meetings.

Follow Step-by-Step Rules

The gradual progression of a Chemistry experiment follows a sequential order and therefore it is wise to abide by rules, especially when at home. If it’s a video conferencing session, allow your kids to use the apparatus and chemical composition, only when the teacher asks them to and not just randomly. Usually schools also share an ‘experiment handbook’ that highlights the stages step-by-step. Parents or guardians can read through the handbook prior to the session and be prepared to follow suit.

Keep All Materials Ready

In a one-hour virtual Home Science Experiment session, there is limited time at hand and students are expected to follow their Lab Teacher’s instructions, to get the best results. Therefore, organizing and keeping all materials ready before class begins, is advisable. Last minute panic and running around to find materials during the lecture, only creates more confusion, and the chances of accidents may increase.

Use Personal Protective Equipment

It goes without saying that Personal Protective gear is a must, even when the experimentation is being conducted at home. Just like you would wear gloves, safety goggles, aprons, and cover your head, before entering the Science Lab at school, the same needs to be followed at home. Also, it is better to wear full sleeved clothes to cover any exposed skin, to avoid getting hurt or burnt.

Get Lab Safety Agreement Signed

Parents need to sign a safety agreement shared by the school. The undertaking will have certain rules and precautionary guidelines to be followed while conducting the experiments with your kids at home. The agreement usually states a clause that if anything goes wrong, the school authorities will not be responsible.

Choose An Ideal Place In Your Home

What’s the ideal spot to safely conduct experiments at home? Choose a space that doesn’t have too much furniture around. Any delicate items like glass frames or showpieces need to be moved away from the place where the experiment is to be conducted. If you are choosing to work in the living room, make sure that part is cordoned off using a blanket, so that other kids & adults moving around do not accidently bump into each other and create chaos. Ensure utmost peace and make arrangements for extra newspaper sheets, cotton cloth, and paper bags.

Clean-up Immediately

Students usually get excited when their ‘litmus test experiment’ comes out correct and can’t wait to share this experience with their friends. In all the fun and frolic, they may just the place without clearing-up the mess. Cleaning-up is as important as organizing material orderly at the beginning of the session. Instruct them to dispose liquids carefully in the sink, use a cloth to wipe the table, and throw the used pincers & droppers in the dustbin.

Whether you are learning at school or at home, lab safety is very important. Carolina also promotes safety supplies, being the world’s leading one-stop platform for all science lab essentials. If you reside in UAE or any other GCC country, consult your school administrator to get more details or go through our website to learn more: Carolina Biological 

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Globally, a lot of misconceptions surround the concept of Dyscalculia. While a lot of people think it’s just a ‘numbers dyslexia’, it’s not. Dyscalculia goes beyond just having difficulty in writing the correct numerical answer. It is used to describe learning difficulties that are related to the overall concepts of math. While this is commonly found among students in all across the world, Dyscalculia is treatable and apps like Mathseeds make it even easier.

How to notice Dyscalculia

While it can look different for every individual depending on their age, circumstances and mental development. Here are a few symptoms that are commonly found:

• One finds it challenging to comprehend wider concepts of math such as algebra, geometry, greater-than & less-than etc.
• Difficulty in remembering functions such as addition, multiplication, subtraction, carry-forwarding a number, or dividing a sum.
• Difficulty in understanding the sequence of a sum or remembering the steps that are needed to find an answer to an equation, no matter how simple it is.
• One faces consistent trouble in expressing their mathematical knowledge or completing mathematical homework.
• It is also more likely to diagnose Dyscalculia in children and adults who also face anxiety, ADHD, depression, or dyslexia. However, a lot of more research is required in order to detect a firm cause.

How to manage and treat Dyscalculia

A lot of you may ask ‘can it actually be treated?’ The answer is YES. Dyscalculia can be managed and treated. There are a wide range of options available for both children and adults that can help them combat it. A few easy strategies for children include:

• Continuous practice of basic concepts of math. Sitting with students one-on-one and going over practices such as addition, subtraction etc. can prove to be quite helpful.
• Breaking down complex concepts and modules into smaller bits of information so it becomes easy for them to comprehend.
• While giving personal attention to the child can prove to be fruitful, it is also highly recommended to teach small groups of students together, which can facilitate easy understanding and higher relatability. Most IB Schools all over, including Dubai and GCC, follow a practice of conducting after school classes for students who need extra support, and even arrange for a shadow teacher who is specially appointed for the child suffering from Dyscalculia and pays individualized attention to bring out the best in the child.
• Going over the same concepts over and over again in a demonstrative manner can prove immensely helpful as it encourages deeper understanding among children.
• A lot of students in UAE in the Middle East are also using the Mathseeds app that allows kids to learn mathematical concepts in an easy and interactive manner. It combines highly structured lessons with motivational prompts so the children are not only engaged in learning but also develop a positive approach towards the subject.
• Consulting an education specialist is also a great way of managing Dyscalculia as they can help you with mental exercises and educational resources as per your needs.

While it can be relatively challenging for children and adults to learn mathematical concepts with Dyscalculia, but on the brighter side, it is treatable. Diagnosing it at an earlier stage can make a big difference so don’t shy away from speaking to a credible consultant doctor or child psychologist about this.

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