'Children should know importance of education at early stage'

Speaking at a Broadcasters Regional Summit in Mmathethe recently, Portia Nkani the TBO board director said children should learn and realise the importance of education in their lives at their earliest ages.  “Some children, however, may resist your efforts and insist on doing things their way. As a parent, your best teaching tool is your attitude,” Nkani said. 

“Having a positive attitude about reading and a curiosity about learning new things instills similar beliefs in your children. Show them that education is the ticket to fulfilling their dreams and having a productive life.” She encouraged parents to teach the value of education early in a child's life adding that children are naturally curious and observant.