40% see +ve gains from Parent’s Handbook so far

Shameless self promotion - but I am proud to share that over 40% of all the reader of Parent’s Handbook have reverted back to me with thank you notes saying that they have benefited from the eBook in more than one ways. Close to 10% of them have already got seats in good schools in Delhi ranging from Birla Vidya Niketan, DPS (Mathura Road - not sure?) and few others not so populars.
Most of them benefitted from the form filling advices and that earned them more points (upto 20 points) than what they could have scored without those tips.
Clost to 20% of them, have confirmed that they are more confident in appearing in admission interactions after reading the handbook and have better understanding of admission process, point system and lags in there.
I am really happy to hear all those comments and I guess quick amendments with in one month helped everyone.
Good luck again!
NOTE: For those who are interested in knowing how many copies have been distributed/sold so far then the total is 93 as of today which includes eBooks sold on eBay and also the copies that I distributed to my friends, colleagues. 60% of buyer never reverted back with any feedback so I am really not sure if they benefitted or not….

New Year Gift from SPYDER to all Fellow Parents!

New Year Gift from SPYDER to all Fellow Parents!
Giving away the free copies of Parent’s Handbook. Offer limited to100 copies (total 64 copies were distributed and offer is CLOSED now!) only and cannot be clubbed with any other offer available on thiseBook. Offer is valid from 09:00am IST 31st Dec 08 until 2400 hrs (midnight) on 4th Jan 09.

Just register and send an e-mail toSpyderIndia@gmail.com with subject “New Year Gift - eBook” with Your Login ID. Your Full Name and Your residence address.
-: Important Notes :-
eBook will be sent to your e-mail id. No other requests would be entertained.Handbook will be sent in password protected eBook (PDF) format only. Only one copy will be sent to one e-mail address. eBook is copyright protected and all rights (worldwide) are reserved by the authors. eBook will be sent via e-mail within 7 working days from the day the e-mail is received. No claims or any other concerns shall be entertained related to eBook, including but not limiting to corrupted file, loss of data, version etc.Offer is valid for Indian citizens only!

(20th Dec 2013: Update: http://blog.nurseryadmission.net/2013/12/download-nursery-admissions-delhi.html)

New stories....on old topic.....

TIMELINE of 2008-2009 Nursery Admissions in Delhi

Nursery Admissions begin in Delhi....... Sep 07
Nursery Admissions Guidelines are out... Oct 07
Parents worries start for admissions.... Nov 07
Confusion over Admissions process....... Dec 07
Parents help parents through internet... Jan 08
Admission lists are out and parents in trouble... Feb 08
First ever nursery admission helpline started for parents by parents...Mar 08
Schools open...few get to school, and other make important decisions...Apr 08
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No news, no stories in media and no real work being done by DOE....... Jun 08
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Lots of things were planned by parents, some joined hands and came forward but lack of real support made it difficlt to continue with helpline. Parents blamed that media was more interested in "stories" than anything else. They chased parents to get "breaking" stories but I guess we all could certainly do better if we all could have met at least few more times and hold our spirits higher.

The spark is still there, fire will broke out again and helpless parents will start running around but do you think govt. has learned a lesson from this year's faliure? No! because they dont think that it was a faliure....they have made history.

We here are planning to launch this again at a bigger level this time, we are inviting parents (as usual) and for a change, we are involving teachers, principals, and schools (all sort of schools) who think a like on this education, admissions system and are willing to make a difference. Hope the efforts will go in right direction....ameeen!

Cheers!
Spyder

Congratulations on your (n your kid's) 1st day at school

Congratulations on the first day at school and here are some tips, suggestions that you may find useful in preparing yourself and your kid to new school, new friends, and a new milestone if the life.

Whether it's first day at a school nursery, or first day at pre-primary school, it's going to be an emotional time, and hopefully an exciting time too...it is a big day! You might find you're more nervous than they are! But whether your child is laid-back or nervous about starting school this day is a real milestone in both of your lives. Your child may be anxious about what to expect on the first day at school.

If so, one way of helping them is to talk through their fears:
+explain where they'll be going, what they'll be doing, and for how long
+answer questions, and iron out any fears by asking what they think the school might be like
+emphasise the things they may enjoy doing
+Don't dismiss your child's fears - things that seem obvious or silly to an adult can seem like terrible obstacles to a five year old.

Tips for starting school...
+For that first day, remember to find the camera the night before and put it out ready!
+Talk to your child about what they will do if they need the toilet or want a drink of water during the day - who they should tell. You will probably be able to go in with them and you can show them where the toilets are and where they will put their coat.
+Trousers with an elasticated waist, and socks rather than tights for girls, might be easier to start with. If they need a belt, the snake elasticated ones with 'S' buckles just pull up and down with the trousers. There's lots more clothing tips on the 'getting ready for school' page.
+Make sure they can undo their lunchbox themselves, and cope with their clothing - check it fits before that first morning! As it gets colder, you will need to help them learn to put on their coat and do it up, or it will take them ages to get out at playtime!
+You might occasionally want to take an apple or raisins to eat on the way home if the journey is a bit of a trek - help boost their energy levels. Some mums do this everyday for the first year or so.
+Expect them to be tired and perhaps a bit grumpy at home as they get used to the new routine!
+If you have a younger child too, they might find it strange that the older one is gone for longer periods now. Plan to make a special fuss of them - give them lots of attention until you all get used to it!
+Try to say hello to a different mum every day as you collect (not easy to do, but just stand nearby and make a friendly comment - see what happens!). Or if you're feeling shy, just smile a lot and people will talk to you. Once you've got to know a few people it gets easier for you and for the children.
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