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Raising smart children: How one mum created a love of learning at home

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A mum teaching her children at home. (Courtesy/iStock)

Winnie Nyambane is a mother of two - a seven-year-old son and a girl aged four years. Makori, the son has a quiet and reserved personality. He hates any form of active sports but loves football and is an ardent follower of Manchester United.

On the other hand, Makori's sister, Nina is a happy little angel, a very playful girl. She loves playing hide and seek. Nina loves teasing her mother and while she will not cry when being punished for some wrongdoing, she will cry her eyes sore when seeking attention from her mother.

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