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http://www.readaloud.org/why.html There is an easy way to improve your child's chances at school. It will entertain and delight him. It will strengthen the bonds between him and you. And it is virtually free. Sound too good to be true? Actually, it isn't. The magical method: taking time to read aloud to your child. Read to your child every day for at least 20 minutes in any language.  In an era of high-stakes testing and education reforms and revolutions, research has repeatedly proved that one simple parenting technique is among the most effective. Children who are read aloud to by parents get a head start in language and literacy skills and go to school better prepared. "Reading aloud to young children, particularly in an engaging manner, promotes emerging literacy and language development and supports the relationship between child and parent," concluded a 2008 review in the Archives of Disease in Childhood. In other words, reading that bedtime story may not only entertain and soothe Johnny, it may also develop his vocabulary, improve his ability to learn to read, and - perhaps most important - foster a lifelong love of books and reading.  A child’s early years are critical in shaping their development and lifelong learning potential. However, if a young child struggles with reading, they risk falling behind and may never catch up. In fact, if children don’t get the help they need to learn to read, then the gaps between struggling and strong readers widen and worsen as they grow. Poet and author Emilie Buchwald wrote, “Children are made readers on the laps of their parents.” Children who were read to at least three times a week by a family member were almost twice as likely to score in the top 25% in reading compared to children who were read to less than 3 times a week. Denton, Kristen and Gerry West, Children’s Reading and Mathematics Achievement in Kindergarten and First Grade (PDF file) , U.S. Department of Education, NCES, Washington, DC, 2002. Poet and author Emilie Buchwald wrote, “Children are made readers on the laps of their parents.” Make reading enjoyable for your child!

SAMPLE SCHEDULE 7:30am – Wake up & free play. Breakfast (Build, physical skills, social skills and language 8:45am – Playful learning time* (refer to activity lists below) 10:00am – Snack 10:30 am - Sensory/messy or fine motor activity then free play 12:00pm – Lunch then nap 2:30pm – Nap Ends then Snack 3:00pm – Playful learning time* (refer to activity lists below) 3:45 pm - Free play with toys or siblings (adult facilitation/supervision maybe required) 5:30pm – Dinner /Bath / Family time / (Read a book) 6:30pm – Bath and Pajamas /Dinner 7:20pm – (Read a book)  and 7:45pm – Lights Out *PLAYFUL LEARNING TIME: REFER TO ACTIVITY LISTS BELOW, USE 1-3 PER DAY Refer to activity lists below for ages 12-18, 18-24 and 24-36 months Conversational interaction with parent/caregiver Read a book Role play or pretend play Take a walk OTHER RESOURCES TO SUPPORT LEARNING AT HOME Sensory activity resources: Messy play is extremely important for a child's development. It provides children with an exciting tactile and sensory experience that inspires their curiosity, allows them to explore the world around them and enhances their learning, language and creativity. This sort of play is important because its lack of a focus on making or producing something leaves the child free to explore all sorts of possibilities. It taps into children's innate curiosity about the world around them and their strong desire to explore and find out more. Download the guide to Learn More:

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Discovery Clubs Discover hidden talents, unleash creativity, and forge friendships through our diverse clubs. At Discovery we believe in nurturing well-rounded individuals by providing a wide range of extracurricular activities. Explore Your Passions: Join a School Club Explore a world of possibilities with our vibrant club scene. From the thrill of athletic pursuits to the grace of performing arts, we offer a diverse array of clubs tailored to ignite your passions. Immerse yourself in the camaraderie of like-minded individuals, hone your skills, and discover newfound talents that will enrich your school experience. JOIN MEET OUR COACHES This is the space to introduce the business and what it has to offer. Define the qualities and values that make it unique. Mr. Munyaneza Fidele Rwandan traditional dance Munyaneza Fidele is a Rwandan traditional dance instructor and choreographer. He is the founder of Inzovu Ndende Cultural Village, which promotes Rwandan culture. He is an experienced instructor of the following Rwandan dances: Intore; Umushagiriro; Igishakamba; Icumu ry’ubuganza; Ikinimba, Inyakibuye and Nkombo. Fidele has a decade of experience as a traditional dance instructor in a number of Kigali schools. He has been a member of Inyamibwa Cultural Troupe since 2010. Mr. Ngandu Bienvenue Basketball Ngandu Bienvenue is a professional basketball coach and former professional basketball player He is currently an assistant coach with the Rwandan Basketball League title holders, REG BBC. He has won silverware as a secondary school basketball coach. From 2007 to 2012, he played as a professional player in Angola, Rwanda, and the DRC. Since then, he has garnered experience as a professional coach at the senior and youth levels. Mr. Victor Shyaka Football Victor Shyaka is a youth football coach and former professional football player. Victor holds a C coaching license from the Confederation of African Football (CAF), as well as a C coaching license from the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) Victor has been a head coach for multiple youth football clubs and school teams During his career as a professional player, he played for different first and second division teams in Rwanda, including Police F.C. From 2007-2009, he was also a player-coach for second division outfit Pepiniere F.C. Ms. Gaelle Izere Rwandan traditional dance Gaelle Izere is an experienced Rwandan traditional dancer. She specializes in teaching Rwandan dance styles such as Intore, Igishakamba, Nkombo, Umushagiriro, and Ikinimba. Gaelle is a coach with the acclaimed Inganzo Ngari cultural troupe She is also a dancer within Rwanda’s national traditional dance ballet, Urukerereza. Gaelle has taught traditional Rwandan dance at a number of schools in Kigali. Ms. Evelyne Mukashyaka Ballet Instructor Evelyne Mukashyaka is a ballet instructor, performer, and choreographer. Evelyne is part of the Elite program at Mashirika Performing Arts and Media Company, and she is passionate about impacting young talented dancers in Rwanda. She started dancing at the age of 15 in a modern dance group called World Changers that performed in churches throughout East Africa. Evelyne also attended a ballet and contemporary dance training program in 2015. She then worked as a dance instructor for 4 years ballet, and contemporary dance at City Arts and as a private instructor. Over the past 2 years Evelyne has trained dance instructors. She has also been working as a dance teacher and choreographer. She has experience teaching dance classes at various international schools Mr. Samuel Habimana Robotics, coding & 3D Design Samuel Habimana is a STEM instructor specializing in robotics, coding, programming, 3D designing and printing, and the Internet of things. He holds a Bachelor of Science with honors in Computer Engineering, specialized in Software Engineering at the University of Rwanda, College of Science and Technology. For more than 5 years, Samuel has been teaching children aged 5 years and above. He has worked with multiple Kigali schools and organizations such as the Code Factory, The French Institute and the Kigali Public Library and is passionate about teaching STEM skills to children. Mr. Pie Byukusenge Martial arts Pie is well versed in multiple martial arts like Kung-Fu, Karate,TaeKwondo, and Judo. Pie Byukusenge is a professional Karate practitioner and instructor He is a 4th Dan black belt approved by the Rwandan Karate Federation. He has been a martial arts instructor in several Kigali schools.