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PSLE Maths TOTW ~ Speed
In this lesson, we'll solve a speed question using 2 different methods: (a) Distance ratio & speed ratio (b) Using...
PSLE English TOTW ~ ‘Spoil’ & ‘Spoilt’ Speak Up
'Spoil' and 'Spoilt' are seriously sore. Breaking from the ranks of commonly misused words, the embittered duo got in touch...
PSLE Science TOTW ~ Fire-Water Balloon Common School Question
You may find this question familiar, or have had head-scratching moments pondering over the answers given to your child —...
PSLE Maths TOTW ~ Ratio Man-Day Problem
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PSLE English TOTW ~ Tip-Top Oral Tips
In a few weeks, the PSLE will begin with the English oral examinations on 17 and 18 August. The Oral Communication exam,...
PSLE English TOTW ~ Who or Whom?
Do you know your who-whom rules? Not sure? Try out the questions below! Example A: [Who/whom] is responsible for these...
PSLE Science TOTW ~ The Real Explanation for Surface Area & Heat Loss Adaptation
Teacher: The jackrabbit's big ears provide a large surface area to increase the animal's rate of heat loss to its...
PSLE Maths TOTW ~ All About Estimation
The following Multiple-Choice Question (MCQ) appeared in the 2015 PSLE Mathematics paper. Which of the following is likely...
PSLE English TOTW – How To Lie Correctly
9 out of 10 PSLE candidates will answer at least one of the questions below incorrectly. Choose the right word in the...
Schooling Students in Maths ~ How Fast Did Schooling Swim?
In earlier articles, we discussed the role of trigger activities in sparking students’ interest in doing maths. If you...
PSLE Science TOTW ~ Is Gravitational Force Constant?
One of the questions that frequently trip students up is whether gravitational force acting on a body is constant...
Mad Maths ~ 4 Steps to Cracking Currency Exchange
It’s nearing the end of the year. Are you planning to book or have you already booked a vacation with your family? As the...