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30th of April - 7th of May 2007

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FROM THE EDITOR

Sudoku Challenge

Visit the SingaporeLearning.com website for some mind-bending, brain-draining sudoku puzzles. There are three levels of puzzles available:

Easy: for all you sudoku novices out there
Medium: for those of you who have gotten a hang of the game and are ready to exercise your brain cells
Difficult: mind-boggling puzzles to satisfy the cravings of the most avid sudoku addicts (You know who you are!)

Each week, we will be putting up two new sudoku puzzles for each level of difficulty.
So, if you feel up to the challenge, click here right now!

SingaporeLearning, the Official Singapore Kids’ Portal

SingaporeLearning.com is proud to announce its new status as the official Singapore Kids’ Portal awarded by the Infocomm Development Authority of Singapore (IDA). Expect to see both fun and educational features on this website.

For the children:

Play educational games and even create your own games.
View finished e-projects undertaken by various local schools.
Enjoy free Cyber Safety course (for all members).
Participate in contests and win prizes.

And, No! We haven’t forgotten about the adults:

Keep abreast of the latest education news and policies from the MOE and other official bodies.
Read interesting articles to increase knowledge on parenting and other general issues.
Shop till you drop at our Edushop. Make online purchases from a list of educational e-products available for your children.

We look forward to bringing children many hours of intellectual fun and delight along their e-learning journey! We will soon include features that will allow children to share their thoughts, opinions and games with others through our blogs and forums.
Keep a lookout for more updates!

Singapore Learning is offering free access to our Cyber Safety Course to all members as a gesture of goodwill.

This free course aims to help you understand and be aware of the dangers that lurk within the Internet. This course is useful for those who are not familiar with these dangers and also for parents eager to know what protective and preventive measures can be taken to ensure the safety of their children while on surfing the Internet.

Our Cyber Safety Course covers the following topics:

1. Internet Technology
2. Viruses and Other Menaces
3. Computer and the Law
4. Content Guidance for Children
5. Harmony and Safety in the Cyber Community

Check it out today!

EDUCATION NEWS UPDATES

Balance Your Work and Family Life
Are problems at home and at work causing you fatigue and stress? Before you tear out your hair or pack the kids off to grandma’s, check out The Family & Community Development Town’s website. This government e-service portal provides information and services on a wide range of important family topics.

Highlights from the website:

Read MOE Press Release on Enhancing Language Learning

Read 2nd Reply by MOS Lui Tuck Yew on Holistic Education

Trim and Fit and MINDEF Physical Fitness Performance Awards 2006 Press Release

EXCITING E-SERVICES @ YOUR DOORSTEP

Science in the Café
Now you can explore and exchange ideas in Science and Technology over a cup of coffee or a chilled glass of wine. Science in the Café is an informal forum organized by the Singapore Science Centre, with the objective of promoting public engagement and awareness in Science and Technology.

This event is held outdoors at several cafés (click on the link below for a list of venues), usually starting at 7 pm and ending before 9 pm.

Things to expect from a session:

A short presentation (an introduction) by the invited speaker – usually a scientist or a technologist, writer, artist, etc.
Q&A session for anyone to ask those burning Science and Technology questions they’ve always had: What is Life? Time? Intelligence?

To register for a session, just fill in an electronic form (Terms and conditions apply). Click here.

Recommend a Book
Came across a good book lately? Then share your find with the National Library Board (NLB) so that NLB can add this title to its collection. All you have to do is access the NLB’s Recommend a Title e-service. Take a few minutes to fill in the electronic form there. This service is also useful if you can’t find a title you’ve been eager to get your hands on.

Visit A Fire Station
Attention all teachers! Wondering where to take your class for the next excursion? Then look no further than the Singapore Civil Defence Force’s Fire Station Open House. Learn more about the roles of SCDF and the sophisticated Civil Defence system. Now, making a request to visit the fire station closest to you is just one click away. Just fill in and submit an electronic form. Note: Approval of visit is subject to the stations’ schedule.

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	New! Foundation English Course PAVE Education is pleased to offer our latest assessment series of “Foundation English” for Primary 1 to 4. This is a concise guide aimed at strengthening the child's command of the English language. Topics include comprehension, cloze passage, grammar, vocabulary etc. This series sets itself apart from other assessments by its focus on analytical thinking and attention to providing clear and comprehensive guidelines on grammar usage. Now available at $6.99 per book.

SCHOOL SHOWCASE UPDATES

Pop into the School Showcase and view the works done by our enthusiastic students.

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