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I’m Angry, and I’m Unhappy
By Principal Wong Kwun Wa | 04-11-2019

As children grow up, they experience many emotions every day. Emotions are like the weather—sometimes sunny, sometimes cloudy, sometimes stormy. There’s no right or wrong in how we feel. When children face threats, teasing, hurt, or unfairness, anger naturally arises. It’s a normal human reaction. In fact, anger often comes hand-in-hand with unpleasant experiences. At school, those who lose their temper easily often struggle to get along with others, because classmates may feel unfairly affected by their mood and think they’re being “difficult” or “unreasonable.” If teachers and students don’t know how to manage it, both sides can easily “explode.”

Growing Up Series – Be an unbiased parent
By Principal Wong Kwun Wa | 02-10-2019

When I used to teach, I taught mostly upper-grade students almost every year. At the beginning of each term, I would look for chances to ask students about their relationship with their parents. Very often, their replies were, “They’re always so biased,” or “Mum always dotes on my little brother and says that as the older sister, I should give in to him.” It turns out that when parents handle everyday matters involving their children, they often, without realising it, put themselves in a position where neither side feels satisfied.
I have two lovely daughters. My elder daughter is nine years old — generous, open-hearted, and loves to share. My younger daughter is six — thoughtful, caring, and easy to get along with. Most of the time, the two sisters get along well, but sometimes they do argue. Usually, after Dad steps in to sort things out, they are soon playing together again, arms around each other.

Sometimes you need to stop to go further
By Principal Wong Kwun Wa | 30-11-2018 | Ohpama

I have two lovely daughters. My older daughter is nine years old. She is kind-hearted and very understanding. My younger daughter is six. She is innocent, lively, and often makes people laugh. My older daughter is quiet and thoughtful, with deep emotions. She thinks carefully before doing anything. She is curious about new things but not always brave enough to try them. My younger daughter, on the other hand, charges ahead without hesitation. Although my two daughters have completely different personalities, they have never thrown tantrums since they were born. When they are happy, they laugh out loud; when they are upset, they cry freely. After a hug and a kiss for Daddy, they feel better. Even at such a young age, both of them can express their emotions very well.

Cheerfulmindhk Cheering for Dads Series Part 1: Love During Your Child’s Difficult Times
By Principal Wong Kwun Wa | 12-08-2016

I have two lovely daughters. My oldest is seven and just finished a tough first-grade year. My youngest is four, full of energy, and always makes people laugh. The oldest is quiet and thoughtful. She feels things deeply and thinks carefully before trying new things. The youngest is brave and jumps right in without thinking. Even though they are very different, my daughters have never thrown a tantrum. They are caring and think about others. When they are happy, they laugh out loud. When they are upset, they cry, then feel better after a hug. Even at such a young age, they can show their feelings clearly.