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School-going children can enhance their understanding of school subjects. They can learn more about the world around them.

Thousands of educational sites wait for you and for them to explore. Choose the right websites.

In addition, you can find out about your country's national school curriculum.

Connection to the Internet
First, you need to have a computer (usually referred to as PC) and that you have to connect to the internet (www). If there are more than one PC (desktop or notebook) you need to install the proper connection through a modem. By doing so, everyone in the family can conduct his or her own particular project. (Note: Of course, you may already know all of these.)

Sometimes we need to unlearn things especially those that do not bring much benefit. But important things learned during primary school education must endure beyond school years.

Web sites on Primary School Learning
What are the educational web sites that can assist your kids in getting ready for primary school education. These are rich in good stuff such as search for subjects, learning resources and so on.

There are search engines (SEs) that let you search by category. Type the keywords in the browser's address box.
For example, enter http://www.yahooligans.com. This is an SE for children.

Another search engine for children is http://www.ajkids.com

Find the closest march for your requirements by checking the list provided by the SE. You can check the relevance by reading the brief explanation.

When going back to a previous web page, always click on the "back" button at the top left hand corner of the page. Or right-click your mouse and click on "back" in the scroll-down bars.


Sites Relevant to Primary School Learning
The following are relevant for children under eleven years of age.

• http://www.bbc.co.uk/education
This web dedicate a section on primary school learning.
• www.quia.com,
a fun learning website for all ages.http://www.nationalgeographic.com/world/index.html
This is a kids Network.

Other Websites You May Want to Investigate
Check the web sites relevant to your country's education.

In Malaysia:
http:/edirectory.business.com.my/dmoz.my?type=cat& path=/Kids_and_Teens/School_Time/
Click on Resources and then on 'Education'

Singapore:
http://www.edupop.com.sg/online-learning-programs.php on on-line tuition.(Note: May not display properly. Asks for installation of adobe floash player. Choose yes or no.


Primary School Learning and Story-telling
Story telling and reading form important part of learning.

Check out the stories in http://hosted.ukoln.ac.uk/stories/ Download long web pages and read them offline. This can keep your bills down.

Make Primary School Learning Fun
You can learn better if you enjoy it. Check out http://www.mamamedia.com. The movements and colours will fascinate you.

Use of e-mails in Primary School Education
E-mails can assist learning. http://www.epals.com connects children of similar age studying the same subjects.

Parents need to control the use of e-mails. This is to prevent children from being addicted to e-mails and internet surfing.

Prospective Secondary School
As parents, you can use the internet to find prospective secondary schools for your children.

Eduwebs such as http://www.eduweb.co.uk.com and http://www.learningalive.co.uk provide valuable information.

Relevance to Career Planning
Many parents consider primary school learning as the starting point of higher education and building the foundation of children's future career.

It is never too early to start understanding the importance of career planning.


Word of Caution for Concerned Parents
As parents you are anxious about the future of your children. You want the best for them.

However, if you opt to make use of online learning, investigate these websites before you allow your kids to enter such sites.

Further, if you are still unsure ask any of your colleagues, friends or family who may know more or are experienced in such things.

Also determine whether this is what you want, that you can afford it, that you can put aside time to check your kids' activities each day, and so on.

Remember that online learning does not replace but supports traditional learning.

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