Why EQ and IQ Development Matters
Raising EQ and IQ is about developing the whole child, not just academic ability.
EQ, or emotional intelligence, helps children understand emotions, build empathy, communicate with confidence and develop healthy relationships.
IQ, or cognitive ability, supports thinking skills, memory, problem-solving, attention and learning ability.
Together, EQ and IQ development can help children:
- Build emotional intelligence and self-awareness
- Develop communication and social skills
- Strengthen confidence and resilience
- Improve memory, attention and problem-solving
- Manage challenges and stressful situations more calmly
- Become more adaptable, curious and active learners
The early years are an important time to support both emotional and cognitive growth, helping children build a strong foundation for school, relationships and life.
What EQ and IQ Skills Will Your Child Develop
Emotional Intelligence and Empathy
Children learn to recognise emotions, understand feelings, build empathy and interact positively with others.
Communication and Social Confidence
Children develop communication skills through parent-child interaction, turn-taking, group activities, storytelling and collaborative learning.
Thinking Skills and Learning Ability
Children strengthen IQ-related skills such as memory, attention, reasoning, problem-solving and information processing.
Together, these skills support emotional balance, confident communication, flexible thinking and lifelong learning.
Why Many Children Develop Stronger EQ and IQ with the Shichida Method
At Shichida, we focus on developing the whole child, not just academic ability.
Our approach engages the heart to engage the mind, helping children build emotional intelligence, social confidence and cognitive skills together.
| Traditional Learning | Shichida Method |
|---|---|
| Focuses mainly on academic results | Develops both thinking ability and emotional intelligence (EQ and IQ) |
| Limited focus on emotional development | Builds empathy, confidence, and emotional resilience |
| Passive learning | Active whole-brain learning approach |
| One-dimensional development | Supports thinking, emotion, behaviour, and communication |
| Learning without parent involvement | Encourages parent-child bonding and shared learning |
The Shichida Method integrates emotional intelligence, social skills and cognitive development to support balanced growth in children.
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What Your Child Will Do and Learn in a Shichida EQ and IQ Class
Each 50-minute Shichida class is designed to develop the whole child, supporting both emotional intelligence and thinking ability.
Depending on your child’s age and class level, activities may include:
- Confidence-building affirmations
- Parent-child bonding activities
- Communication and turn-taking games
- Empathy-based storytelling and social interaction
- Mindfulness, breathing and calming activities
- Collaborative tasks that help children work with others
- Memory, logic and problem-solving activities
- Flashcards, songs and rhythm-based learning
- Sensory play and hands-on learning
- Activities that build emotional control, resilience and self-awareness
These activities help children engage the heart and mind together, building emotional intelligence, cognitive ability, confidence and social skills in a balanced way.
See How Your Child Responds in Their First Class
See how your child responds in their very first class
Your trial class includes:
- A full 50-minute session
- A real classroom environment
- Guidance from a trained instructor
- Opportunity to observe your child’s response
✔ No experience needed
✔ Parent attends with child
✔ No pressure to enrol
What Is EQ and IQ Development
EQ and IQ development refers to supporting both emotional intelligence and cognitive ability in children.
EQ includes:
- Understanding emotions
- Empathy and relationships
- Communication and social confidence
- Emotional control and resilience
IQ includes:
- Thinking and reasoning
- Memory and attention
- Problem-solving
- Learning ability and information processing
Developing both helps children grow into well-rounded individuals who can think clearly, relate to others and approach learning with confidence.
How to Support Your Child’s EQ and IQ Development
Encourage Emotional Awareness
Helping children recognise emotions builds emotional intelligence and empathy.
Support Communication and Social Interaction
Talking and interacting regularly supports communication skills and confidence.
Provide Problem-Solving Opportunities
Activities that challenge thinking help develop IQ and critical thinking skills.
When Should EQ and IQ Development Begin
Children begin developing emotional and cognitive skills from infancy.
The early years are the most effective time to support EQ and IQ development through structured learning and interaction.
Frequently Asked Questions About EQ and IQ
Brain training for kids refers to activities and exercises designed to stimulate and enhance various cognitive functions and skills. The goal of brain training is to optimise brain development and improve cognitive abilities such as attention, memory, problem-solving, creativity, and critical thinking.
At Shichida, our brain training program for kids goes beyond solely focusing on raising IQ. We strongly believe in the equal importance of developing EQ.
IQ refers to a person’s intellectual intelligence, while EQ pertains to their emotional intelligence.
Our brain training approach aims to emphasise the significance of nurturing and enhancing both EQ and IQ. By actively engaging the child’s heart in the learning process, we effectively stimulate their mind.
Through a variety of activities, songs, and games, we provide your child with essential tools for more effective learning, improved collaboration, and enhanced emotional balance through mindfulness practices.
Prof. Shichida believed that every child is born with the ability to harness their unique abilities. These abilities can contribute positively to their community and society as a whole.
Children who can harness their emotional and intellectual intelligence are better positioned throughout their lives to achieve greater success.
They are typically:
- More adaptable
- More focused on continual improvement
- Active and continual learners
- Better at managing stressful situations
- More skilled at problem-solving
- More aware of and concerned with other’s feelings
Overall, children with a high IQ and EQ are more well-rounded and happier overall.
Brain training can start as early as six months. Repeated and targeted early learning activities lay the groundwork for developing a stronger EQ and IQ in your child during their crucial developmental years. By engaging in this program prior to starting school, your child can benefit from a solid foundation that propels their learning and growth within the formal educational setting. Furthermore, our program supports them to thrive and excel in both school and life.
Kids IQ training exercises are primarily fun and involve a variety of targeted activities, songs and games. This may involve puzzles, concentration games, guessing games, breathing exercises and more. Both cognitive and sensory skills are incorporated for a holistic effective approach.
Additionally, we encourage parent participation in our program as a valued component of a child’s learning.
Raising IQ in children refers to strengthening core cognitive skills such as memory, attention, logical reasoning, problem-solving and information processing. These skills form the foundation of learning and can be improved through intentional, high-quality early experiences. Programs like Shichida focus on whole-brain learning, which supports natural increases in IQ over time.
The Shichida Method uses multisensory activities – speed flashcards, memory games, puzzles, rhythm work and logic challenges—to activate both sides of the brain. These activities enhance processing speed, working memory and reasoning, all of which are closely linked to higher IQ scores and long-term academic ability.
Research shows that IQ is not fixed. With the right stimulation – especially in the critical early years – children can significantly improve their cognitive abilities. Consistent exposure to memory training, problem-solving tasks and enriched learning environments can contribute to measurable increases in IQ.
EQ refers to a child’s ability to recognise their emotions, manage feelings, communicate effectively, empathise with others and navigate social situations with confidence. A strong EQ helps children build friendships, adapt to change and develop resilience.
We use affirmations, parent–child bonding activities, turn-taking games, empathy-based storytelling and gentle communication to help children understand feelings and express themselves. Teachers model calm, positive behaviour, helping children build emotional awareness and confidence.
Children with high EQ cope better with challenges, communicate effectively, show empathy and develop healthy relationships. EQ forms the emotional foundation for learning – kids with strong EQ are more resilient, more motivated and more ready to take on new tasks.
Each class blends:
- memory and logic training
- sensory play
- problem-solving tasks
- emotional bonding moments
- confidence-building affirmations
- communication and turn-taking activities
This ensures children strengthen both their thinking skills and their emotional foundations.
Emotional development in early childhood is the process through which young children learn to understand their feelings, manage emotions and build healthy relationships. Supporting emotional development during the early years helps children grow in confidence, develop resilience and navigate social situations with greater ease, setting the foundation for lifelong wellbeing.
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