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Tips To Prepare Your Kid For First School

Sometimes, it is really interesting to see young kids neatly dressed into their uniforms and going to playgroups. Most of them would be seen crying incessantly as, for majority of them it is the first time that they are stepping outside of their comfort zones. It is quite important that you prepare them for their very first encounter; so they find it easy to adjust in the new environment.

A mother of two and a pre-primary school teacher for 14 years of my life; I have been into pre-primary education, wherein I have spent most of my time with some of the leading nursery schools in Mumbai. All this years of experience has helped to gain some insight into the young and budding minds. In this article I have tried to articulate some of the techniques which you apply to prepare the kids for their first day at school.

Articulate more about the positive aspects of going to school:

As stepping into the preschools marks the child’s first step outside – it is important that you articulate the positive things that the child will get to do there. Talk about the new toys that they would get to play or talk about the creative activities. This will create an enthusiasm in the kid therefore, would not find it difficult to adjust in the new and unfamiliar environment.

Using examples of other school going kids:

In my little tryst as an instructor in Playgroups in Mumbai I saw that kids who had elder school going siblings are very prone to accept the new setting and get easily along with the changing environment.

Introduce them to books:

Introducing young kids to colorful and illustrative books can help you to prepare them psychologically to step outside the cozy environment of their home. Buying colorful board books and make the children familiarized with the basic like alphabets, shapes, colors, animals, birds, vegetables, fruits will be interested to find the same in playschool too.

Create a routine and change their timings:

There is no such thing like routine for kids – Therefore, it become very difficult for them to get up early and follow a strict routine such as going to the school. So, the best way to prepare the child is to bring a change in their routine at home according to school timings. Change the time of their meals according to the preschool. A sudden change in timings of rest and food will certainly led to resistance.

Visit the school a few times with your kid:

I have personally seen in metro cities; especially with kid going to the nursery schools in Mumbai that most of them are dropped and picked up either by the caretakers or drivers. No matter how busy you are, take out some time for the first few days and make sure to visit the school with the child. Make the kid acquainted with the teachers, so that they do not find them as strangers on the first day.

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3 Car Insurance Add-Ons That Can Be Helpful During the Monsoons

The arrival of the monsoons brings much-needed respite from the heat of the months gone by. Yet, the mucky roads and low visibility can spell trouble for motorists who are not careful. Trends show that road accidents peak during wet weather months. Now, you might drive carefully and maintain your vehicle in preparation for the rains but all it takes is one careless motorist driving with bald tyres to turn things awry.

So, what can you do to stay protected in such situations?

The answer lies in having comprehensive car insurance. This type of coverage for your vehicle will help safeguard you from such uncertainties that can lead to major financial loss. Now, while it is important to opt in for a good insurance plan, one must remember that the coverage has certain limitations. However, you can easily overcome these limitations by choosing add-ons to complement your plan. With that in mind, here are 3 car insurance add-ons that can be helpful during the monsoons.

Roadside assistance
This add-on ensures that your vehicle gets a tow to the nearest authorized service center. The driver of the vehicle and passengers get a ride too in a cab arranged by the insurance provider. Moreover, this add-on may also offer benefits such as fuel delivery in an emergency and flat tyre servicing. These benefits are truly worth their weight in gold as you would not want to be stranded in the heavy rains in the event of a mishap or vehicle breakdown.

Consumables cover
When your car goes for repairs arising from an accident, the consumables do not get covered under your claim. Consumables include things like oils (engine oil, break oil, etc.), nuts and bolts, screws, gas for vehicle air conditioner, and vehicle lubricants, among others. These items can run up a pretty high cost that could take a chunk out of your savings. So, be wise and include the consumables cover add-on in your car insurance policy.

Engine protection cover
Floods can lead to your car getting submerged in water. This in turn can damage your vehicle engine and leave it in need of repairs. Now, most people are not aware that engine repairs are not covered under a comprehensive car insurance policy. Therefore, you need to add engine protection cover to your base plan. This add-on is especially important if you live in a city / area that is prone to regular flooding and waterlogging. The extra protection this add-on brings will ensure that the cost of engine parts like the pistons, cylinders, and gearbox do not come out of your own pocket.

Having a basic car insurance is mandatory for all vehicle owners in India. However, it does make sense to upgrade to a comprehensive plan that offers better coverage. When buying car insurance, make sure to read the policy terms and conditions well so that you have all the details in place before paying your premium. We hope this article will help you out. Drive safe.

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Significant Considerations for Entrepreneurs before Social Media App Development

Today almost everyone uses social apps, in this era of the internet. So, do you know how many social media users exist today? In the U.S. alone, there were about 243.6 million users in the year 2018 and there will be approximately 257.4 million users till the year 2023, as per a report generated by Statista, a well-known online search portal for statistics.

These exponentially growing statistics have provoked entrepreneurs all over the world to invest in social media app development. These apps dominate the app usage because they are a great source of good-quality online content and they harness the desire for social validation of the people. Social apps are being used more than gaming or messaging apps. Due to all such reasons, these apps have become a top target for entrepreneurs.

In this article, we will have a look at what the entrepreneurs need to know before they begin with the app development.

Things entrepreneurs need to know about social media app development

Why to go for social media app development?

Today, social media acts as the major medium of communication and so, a large number of people use it all over the world. One single social media app that is attractive, engaging, custom-built and properly branded can make the entrepreneurs touch the sky in a short time. Many entrepreneurs have entered the list of wealthiest persons by investing in a social app. So, investing in these apps can be a smart decision and can ensure a handsome market share.

How should the social app strategy be planned?

Here are a few tested and proven steps for planning a good strategy for social media app development.

Figure out the pain area or the idea behind your social app
Define a purpose about how you want to help your audience target that pain area through your app.
Define your audience and identify their preferences, likes, dislikes, etc.
Build the MVP version of the app and release it to the limited users to know its scope.
Collect feedback from users and work to develop the better version of the app step-by-step instead of all in one go.
Make your social app much richer in terms of user experience.

What are the significant elements of a social app?

For developing an outstanding social app, it is necessary to use the following elements or features in the app. These are mentioned below:

Profile creation/ customization
Clear icons
Newsfeed
Push notifications
Audio/Visual/Video sharing
Text Messaging
Ease of connectivity with contacts from different regions
Liking, sharing, commenting features
High security and privacy of user information
Exit button
Along with these basic features, there are a few other optional elements that will make the app more useful and alluring, as mentioned below:

E-commerce payments
Adding links to other websites
Geo-location integration

Why should there be a social media app for iOS?

There are two major benefits of developing a social app for the iOS platform.

iOS has the second largest number of users after Android. So, there will be a good number of users available if the app is on iOS platform.
iOS has a better conversion rate as compared to Android
So, it is commercially a viable choice to go for social media app for iOS.

How to do marketing of the app?

After developing the app, it is of utmost importance to market the app. First and foremost, the app should be meaningful and useful to the users. Then, integrate the QR code to the business website, emails, business cards, etc. Then plan for advertising on social media, go blogging about the app on top blogging sites and mobile advertising. Social networking platforms like Facebook and Instagram can also be used for monetization purpose. Finally, analyse the most effective marketing strategy and work on the one through which you can gain the best results.

Conclusion:

Social apps were introduced as a medium to express us and connect with friends, but today they have evolved to be a huge platform for the individual as well as business growth. Having a social app helps to target and attract the audience, gain a loyal customer base, ensure brand awareness, and much more. As a result, entrepreneurs are attracted to developing these apps. The above mentioned steps will help entrepreneurs to build a top-quality social app.

There are a plethora of social app development services available in the market. Biz4Solutons is a Texas-based software solution provider having rich experience and expertise in developing engaging social apps for diverse industries. If you want to be the best amongst your competitors, develop a social app with us. Biz4Solutons can be your technical partner and guide you right from the first step of analysing the requirement to the last step of the monetization of the app!

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