From a Parent to a Parent

As parents, we've all been there-watching our child struggle to remember a lesson from school, only to perfectly explain how a volcano erupts after watching a 5-minute cartoon. It makes you wonder, doesn't it? "Is my child learning better this way?"

Let's explore the two major learning styles-traditional and visual/practical-and figure out what might suit your child best. Because at the end of the day, we all just want to support our kids in the way they understand the world best.

What Are the Different Learning Styles?

Kids don't all learn the same way-some are little professors in the making, while others are born tinkerers.

• Traditional Learning: This is what most of us were accustomed to growing up. Think textbooks, classroom lectures, repetition, and memorization.
  
• Visual/Practical Learning: Here, children absorb knowledge through images, demonstrations, hands-on activities, videos, and real-life examples.

A Quick Note on Howard Gardner's Theory

Renowned developmental psychologist Howard Gardner proposed the Theory of Multiple Intelligences, which suggests that intelligence isn't just about reading and math. He identified eight different types of intelligences, such as:

• Visual-spatial (learning through images and space)
  
• Bodily-kinesthetic (learning through movement)
  
• Musical, Linguistic, Interpersonal, Intrapersonal, and more
  

This theory supports the idea that children may thrive using different learning methods, and traditional schooling may not tap into all their strengths.

How to Tell Which Style Suits Your Child

Look at your child's natural behavior:

• Do they enjoy watching animated videos, drawing pictures, or building things?
  ➤ Likely a visual or practical learner.
  
• Do they love reading, making notes, or listening to stories quietly?
  ➤ More of a traditional learner.
  

You might also notice a mix of both, and that's completely okay. Most kids benefit from a blended learning approach.

Pros & Cons of Traditional Learning

Pros:

• Follows a structured syllabus (helpful for school success)
  
• Builds discipline and routine
  
• Easier for parents to track progress

Cons:

• Can feel rigid or boring to some kids
  
• Doesn't always encourage creativity or curiosity
  
• Struggles to engage those who learn through doing

Pros & Cons of Visual/Practical Learning

Pros:

• Makes learning fun and engaging
  
• Boosts retention by using visual memory
  
• Helps develop critical thinking and problem-solving

Cons:

• May need more effort and planning at home
  
• Doesn’t always align with school exams or formats
  
• Difficult to scale in large classrooms

How Parents Can Blend Both at Home

You don't have to choose one over the other. The real magic happens when you blend both styles.

• Use educational cartoons or YouTube videos to support textbook lessons
  
• Get creative with DIY projects or science experiments
  
• Encourage role-playing or storytelling for better concept grasp
  
• Help them build a routine that includes both structured and fun time
  

And don't forget-what your child wears also plays a role in learning.

How Guugly Wuugly Supports Every Kind of Learner

At Guugly Wuugly, we know that learning doesn't stop when the bell rings. Whether your child is a curious question-asker, a hands-on explorer, or a quiet thinker, what they wear, how they feel, and the environment around them play a big role in how well they learn.

Our comfortable, skin-friendly cotton t-shirts and outfits are designed to help kids focus on what matters most- exploring the world their way, without discomfort or distraction. Whether it's a classroom, a playroom, or the dining table during homework time, we make sure your little one stays cool, confident, and ready to learn- even in 40°C heat.

Want more parenting tips, educational insights, or real-life solutions for everyday kid problems?

Explore our Guugly Wuugly Blog where we talk about everything from screen time to school stress, learning styles to lunchbox ideas-from one parent to another.

Final Thoughts

There's no "right" way to learn- only the right way for your child.

So observe, experiment, and support them in the journey of discovery. Whether they thrive in a traditional classroom or need visuals to spark understanding, your encouragement is what truly makes a difference.

Let them learn in their style, just as we learn to parent in ours.

With love from Guugly Wuugly ❤️
From a Parent to a Parent

Note: Certain images in this blog have been created with the help of AI to visually support the content.