Hello there dear Kid’s Corner readers and a warm welcome to this October edition of your fave column. Well, bright little minds, exams are coming soon, but don’t worry, you’ve got this. Exams are not scary monsters. They’re just a way for you to show how much you’ve learned this year. Remember, ‘you are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem and smarter than you think….’ so, shine bright and give it your best shot! Good luck with your exams!
Competition Rules
- The Editor’s decision is final.
- Prizes will be awarded to the top three entries.
- This competition is open to all children between the age of 5 and 12 years who live in the main distribution area of the LAUDIUM SUN.
- Closing date: Wednesday, November 5, 2025.
- All entries must be hand delivered at the Laudium Sun office, Jhina Centre, Laudium reach us not later than the closing date. CBD, or E-mail: info@laudiumsun.co.za or post to P.O Box 786, Pretoria, 0001 to
- Only entries cut along the dotted line will be accepted, and must include a recent clear photograph of the entrant.
Congratulations To Our Winners
Below are the three Kids Corner readers who really excelled in our September contest and are our chosen winners! And here we stress chosen winners…as the number of entries we receive each month never ceases to astonish us! It is amazing – and the quality absolutely breathtaking (our judges certainly have their work cut out for them!) We are thrilled! To think that such incredible talent lies in the hands of our young readers! What a great thought, knowing that we can expect only great things from you! We’d say, keep it up, but we just know that’s what you plan on doing in any case, without any prompting from us! Let’s rather say, keep us amazed!
**Winners must collect prizes within one month of publication.
Food for thought
Once you have prepared for you exams, think positively and believe that you are ready to do your best.
Study tips for our super kids
- Study a little bit every day… try not to cram all at once.
- Use color… highlight important words and draw pictures to remember things.
- Say it out loud…reading your notes aloud is said to help your brain remember better.
- Take a break… study for 30 minutes, then take a short break.
- Ask, ask, ask… Don’t be shy to ask your teacher, mum or dad for help if you don’t understand something.
- Snack on fruit, nuts and yoghurt and drink enough water. Avoid chips, sweets and sodas.
- Sleep well… your brain needs rest, so try to sleep 8-10 hours each night.
- Do not skip breakfast… A good breakfast including eggs, oats, juice and toast are good options.
- Stay calm…if you feel a little nervous, take a deep breath and remind yourself “I can do this”…
Smile-a-while
Q. What wild animal does well on exams despite not studying?
A. The cheetah.
Q. What sort of exams do witches do?
A. Spelling tests.
Q. What is a math teacher’s favourite snack?
A. Pi.
Q. How do carpenters get certified?
A. They take a board exam
Q. “Why does your geography exam have a big zero over it.”
A. “It’s not a zero, the teacher ran out of stars, so she gave me a moon instead!”
Teacher: “In the exam, you will be allowed 30 minutes for each question.”
A. Pupil: “How long for the answers sir!”
Q. Why did the student bring a ladder to the exam?
A. He heard it was going to be a high-level test!
Q. Why do fireflies get bad grades at school?
A. Because they are not bright enough.