Children Grow with Every Attempt

Sunday, 05/07/2026, 11:07 (GMT+7)

There is one lesson early years educators learn every day: to wait just a little longer and give children the opportunity to do things on their own.

To wait a little longer while a child is figuring out how to fasten a button.
To wait a little longer while they try to hold their own cup.
To wait a little longer before stepping in to help them finish a task.

Sometimes, just a few extra seconds are all children need to find their own way. Those moments are often the most meaningful part of learning.

Throughout our “Joy of Trying” learning week, our little Vinsers were encouraged to take on challenges that were thoughtfully designed for their stage of development.

**Luna – Vega (12–36 months)** began building early self-help skills, from holding their own cups and feeding themselves to using their hands with greater confidence during everyday activities.

**Leo – Mira (3–5 years)** took the initiative in completing familiar tasks, embraced physical challenges, and persevered to accomplish goals through their own efforts.

**Primary Starters (5–6 years)** continued developing independence through activities that encouraged planning, collaboration, and persistence while working towards shared goals with their classmates.

In this week’s, parents may notice many small yet meaningful moments.

A child pauses for a few seconds to figure out how to complete a task independently.
A child gives it another try after an unsuccessful attempt.
A proud smile appears as a child says, “I did it by myself!”

Every time children dare to try, choose to try again, or accomplish something on their own, they build greater confidence in themselves.

Along the way, children learn an important life lesson: they do not have to get everything right the first time. What truly matters is having the courage to begin and the determination to keep trying.