The left hemisphere is described as analytical because it operates in linear and sequential pattern by moving from one point to another in a step-by-step manner. It is most efficient in processing verbal information (language).

The right hemisphere is the creative section where it seeks and constructs patterns and recognises relationship between separate parts. It does not move linearly but processes simultaneously. It is most efficient at visual and spatial processing.

In order to mould a child effectively, perhaps parents need to know the following stages of brain development:

Contrary to common misconception, a child should learn in a relaxed and happy environment instead of ¡®military¡¯ learning style where the coursework is rigid and dull.

Meanwhile discipline is important but it is not the most effective way to bring out the inborn potential of a child.

It is important to lay a firm groundwork for a child during pre-school and all the way to secondary education.

To guide them to the right path in early stages is crucial because in order to correct them later, it will be more difficult and enormous effort is needed.

To guide them to the right path in early stages is crucial because in order to correct them later, it will be more difficult and enormous effort is needed.

BC believes that every child can excel in life without having to succumb to stress and a mountain-load of homework.

COMMON CHALLENGES FACED BY PARENTS TODAY¡­

Your child is stressed out at school¡­ Your child is not enthusiastic¡­ Poor memory and concentration¡­ Poor social skills and lack of confidence¡­ Confused and not knowing where their inborn talent lies¡­

While some of these problems are self inflicted, it is also caused by the rigid education system and high social expectation.

The ultimate aim of BCL is to mould a child with positive mind to conquer fear and to make learning fun. The ideal learning environment should not be stressful but stimulating, exciting and far away from the stress (photos) above.

GOALS & OBJECTIVES The purpose of BCL is not to teach knowledge but to create a well-balanced child with vast abilities, creativity and to cultivate the habit to use their brain¡¯s potential to achieve:

The chart below shows the average improvement of a student after attending BCL¡¯s classes for a year.

¡°The purpose of education in the future will not be to create people with heads crammed full of knowledge, but to rear children who know how to efficiently use the whole brain. Rearing children with enormous ability, rich creativity and the capability to make use of a high proportion of their brains should be the goal of child rearing.¡± Professor M Shichida (Japan)

What is balanced-brain Learning method?

Left Brain People Guided by the left brain, theories suggest that left-brain people respond in sequential, logical ways and this group of people are strong in math and science, and can answer questions quickly.

¡°Most people in modern world operate as left-brain people due to the education system in school which focus on left brain training¡­¡±

Right Brain People On the contrary,right-brain people are dreamers who are led by intuition and creativity. Right brainers think deeply and may have high level of intelligence. Right brainers make great students of arts and social science. Besides being more spontaneous than the conservative left-brainers, right brainers are intuitive and prefer to follow their own gut feelings when it comes to decision making.

Mid Brained or Balanced-Brain People??? Having to know the characteristic of both hemispheres, one may raise questions such as ¡°Can a person possess the qualities from both hemispheres and operates both effectively instead of being one-hemisphere oriented?¡± At BCL, the answer is ¡°Yes¡±. ¡°Scientists have discovered an important mid zone in human¡¯s brain which is the communication platform of both brain¡¯s hemisphere. However this zone is in its hibernation state in most people¡­¡±

This mid-zone is a vital link that serves as a ¡®bridge¡¯ to connect the left and right hemispheres. Once it is ¡®awaken from its hibernation¡¯ hence information will exchange more efficiently in between both hemispheres.

Unlike many children, students of BCL possess qualities from either hemisphere because they benefit from analytical abilities from the left and creativity from the right hemisphere

THE BENEFITS OF BRAIN-CHILD LEARNING BC is a mind development programme targeted at children between 6 to 15 years of age. It is designed to equip your child with lifelong skills and the right mindset toward learning.

Every child is unique and every child will excel in different field. Therefore, the 3-way approach is made simple for parents to thoroughly understand the process of:

Conducted at Mental Fitness Centre, children will go through the followings:

STEP 1 (DISCOVER Stage) Prior to attending any classes, parents will know the (innate ability of their child through our state-of-the-art myDNA Dermatoglyphics (fingerprints) technology.

With 95% accuracy, this report will reveal the actual talent and potential of the child.

Once parents are given this insight into their child, hence they can adopt a more effective approach in grooming their child.

STEP 2 (UNLEASH Stage) Dubbed as the ¡®key to start the engine¡¯, this 2-Day Workshop is the pre-requisite to all classes.

It is designed to awaken the hibernating brain of a child (to stimulate the thinking pattern and power of visualisation) It activates the communication platform between the left and right brain (more effective in exchanging information between both brain hemisphere)

STEP 3 (POLISH Stage) Step 3 consists of many unique modules (24 months) to equip a child with vital foundation in areas of:

Memory Concentration Analytical Skills Confidence Building Creative Learning Abilities Attitude & Communication Skills Reading & Comprehension Skills

Once a child¡¯s brain is awakened from hibernation, hence they will be able to grasp any learning method easily and efficiently.

Having read your article, I was in complete awe. The exact same thing happened to my 2.5 year old son. I send my boy to a very loving, warm and caring babysitter everyday since I work fulltime. But I panicked when she announced that she is expecting another grandchild (from her daughther). This mean that this 50 year old lass has to take care of her daughther in confinement, the new born baby, her own 4 year old granddaugther and my 2.5 year old, active and strong willed boy. Seems to me that is such a big task! So with the tough of not wanting to burden the "makcik" I went on a quest to look for my son's pre-school. I was hoping to send him to pre-school in the morning (since morning is the busiest time of the day for a confinement lady)and let him at the makcik's place in the afternoons. I have been to almost all of the pre-schools in the surrounding area, from the moderately cost to the most expensive (RM800 per month for 3 hour/day). I finally decided to sent my son to what I thought was the best pre-school amongst those I have searched. During my searching, I had prepared my son for school. Almost everyday I told of my search progress; was the school nice, were there lots of friends, etc. Even when I was already decided on which school to send him, I sort of involve him in the decision making and made it seems like it was his idea (of which school he likes). He was pretty excited on the first day. he woke up very early, had his shower and proudly wore his new, crisp uniform. When I drop him off, I asked him if he wanted me to stay with him and he confidently answered (in Malay) "That's okay Ummi. You go on to work. I'll be allright" Didn't want to show that I doubt his confidence, I left with a very heavy heart. I still remember how restles I was throughout that day. I couldn't anything right at the office, worrying about my son. How's he coping? Is he happy? Am I making the right decision for him? An hour before I'm supposed to pick him up, I just learned there were 6 missed calls on my handy. I panicked when I saw it was ALL from the principal? What happened? Did he get in trouble? When I finally reached the principal by phone she told me that my son was crying pretty bad. She went on and say that is normal for all new children and that I shouldn't be worried. I hurriedly went back to pick up my son. At the front door, one of the teachers was carrying a boy, seems so unspirited and sad. I told myself...poor boy. Suddenly the teacher handed him over to me..I nearly fainted when I learned it was my Amirul! Never in his entire life I see him so down and lifeless! He was completely not himself. Instead of elaborating what exactly happen to my poor child, the teacher were babbling about Amirul had finished all his milk and rice. I don't give a d**n about the food! I need to know what have you done that made him so sad and not in high spirit? When I hold Amirul, he smiled and proudly said "Ummi, I had a good time at school". As his mother, I can tell very well that he was lying and that he was faking his smile. I shutter when I thought that this was all my fault. I was putting so high of expectation that he had to lie to impress me. During the trip home, I didn't want to interogate him with questions and I don't want him to re-live the whole trauma. I decided to give him space and time and hopefully when he's ready, he will confide and tell me what's wrong. The next day, I woke him up early again reminding that he needs to go to school. He made some excuse and refuse to wake up. I calmly told him "Obviously there's something about the school that is bothering you. How about if I take the day off today and join you. That way I can see for myself what is wrong with your school. Would that we allright?". He happily agreed with my suggestion and off we went. After spending the half day at school with my son, I ended up being even more miserable than he was, I think. Too bad I was too ashamed to cry. I felt like screaming at the top of my lung "This is NOT the way you treat children!!! For God's sake please LOVE the children" The following day I decided to not to send my son there. My son happily agreed and told me to look for another school whose teachers are more friendlier.

What happend, one might ask. What was so bad about the school? Here I quote again, your article because these are the exact thing happened and dampen my boy's spirit:

My child asks questions all the time. At school, he is to remain quiet in class.

My child is free to pursue his own interest. At school, my child has to follow a fixed schedule.

My child runs and jumps as he likes. At school, my child is confined to his table and chair (most of the time, doing nothing).

My child always looks forward to the next day, as he normaly has plans. With schooling, he simply refuse to even wake up.

No doubt, I had to spend endless hours explaining to the principal why I think her school is not the best for a child. I kept on telling her "Throughout the duration I was at your school; I couldn't help but feeling pity for the children and their parents". I bet none of the parents have given such feedbak before!

I am so glad that I was gifted with the ability to really "listen" to my child especially when he is really "telling" me that something is wrong. And instead of expecting him to comform to the school, I went out to investigate and try to see things through a child's propective. Had I not done all these, my Amirul would still trying to make excuse not to go to school and perhaps I might have diminished his high spirit and enthusiasm on life all together despite my kind intention.

Thanks for sharing, Shila