Guides for parents and students
Written by the Qlive team. For parents: how to spot a gap early, plan for board exams and choose the right help. For students: clear explanations of maths and science topics, language basics and how to revise well.
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CBSE Class 10 two board exams in 2027: how they work and how to plan
CBSE Class 10 now has a main board exam in February and an optional second exam in May. What the rules mean for your child, and how to plan the year around them.
18 October 2026, 5 min read
- English and languages Hindi matras made simple, a complete guide with examples Every Hindi matra explained with Devanagari examples and transliteration, the barakhadi chart, common mix-ups like ि and ी, and a two-week practice plan. 16 October 2026, 6 min read
- Science explained Plant and animal cells explained simply, parts and differences Plant and animal cells explained simply: what each part does, the key differences in one table, microscope practicals, magnification and common mistakes. 16 October 2026, 5 min read
- Learning at home Supporting a child who has fallen behind at school When your child has fallen behind, the way back starts with finding the real gaps. Practical steps for parents, what to say, and how to plan the catch-up. 14 October 2026, 5 min read
- Maths explained Trigonometry basics, SOHCAHTOA explained step by step Learn trigonometry basics with SOHCAHTOA: label a right-angled triangle, find a missing side or angle with sin, cos and tan, and avoid the common traps. 12 October 2026, 5 min read
- English and languages Learning the Arabic alphabet for beginners, letters and vowels A beginner's guide to the Arabic alphabet: all 28 letters, how letters join, the six that do not join forward, short vowels and a four-week practice plan. 11 October 2026, 7 min read
- Learning at home Building a weekly study routine that works for your child Sample weekly timetables for primary, middle and senior school, including Gulf school-week examples, plus tips to make a study routine stick at home. 9 October 2026, 5 min read
- Science explained The periodic table explained simply, groups, periods and trends The periodic table explained simply: atomic number, groups and periods, electron arrangements, metals and non-metals, and the trends you need for exams. 8 October 2026, 5 min read
- English and languages Essay structure for school students, with an annotated example How to structure a school essay: planning, introductions, PEEL body paragraphs and conclusions, with a fully annotated sample essay and a checklist to use. 7 October 2026, 6 min read
- Exams and boards Moving into Class 11 science, what changes and how to prepare The jump from Class 10 to Class 11 in Physics, Chemistry, Maths and Biology is bigger than most families expect. How to choose a stream and prepare well. 5 October 2026, 5 min read
- Maths explained Simultaneous equations explained step by step, with examples Simultaneous equations explained step by step: the elimination and substitution methods, a word problem, common mistakes, and practice questions with answers. 5 October 2026, 5 min read
- English and languages How to write a formal letter in CBSE format, with a full example The CBSE-style formal letter format step by step: addresses, date, subject, body and closing, with a complete example letter, common mistakes and a checklist. 3 October 2026, 6 min read
- Science explained Ohm's law and circuits explained simply, step by step Ohm's law explained simply: V = IR, resistors in series and parallel, and how current and voltage behave in each, with fully worked circuit examples. 1 October 2026, 5 min read
- Study skills Staying focused in online classes, a practical student guide Practical ways to stay focused in online classes: setting up your space, beating phone distractions, active listening and a simple class routine. 29 September 2026, 5 min read
- Maths explained Factorising quadratic equations step by step, made simple How to factorise quadratics step by step: common factors, x² + bx + c, splitting the middle term when a is not 1, difference of squares, and solving. 28 September 2026, 5 min read
- Choosing tutoring How to choose an online tutor, questions to ask any provider Before you pay for online tuition, ask these questions about teachers, assessment, progress tracking, scheduling, safety and fees. A checklist for parents. 28 September 2026, 5 min read
- Study skills How to read exam questions carefully and understand command words What explain, describe, evaluate and justify really ask for in CBSE, GCSE and IGCSE papers, with examples, a reading method and a checklist to avoid lost marks. 25 September 2026, 6 min read
- Science explained Newton's three laws of motion explained simply, with examples Newton's three laws of motion explained simply: inertia, F = ma and action and reaction, with worked calculations, everyday examples and common mistakes. 24 September 2026, 5 min read
- Learning at home Helping your child learn Arabic at school as a non-native speaker Practical ways for non-Arabic-speaking parents in the Gulf to support a child learning Arabic at school, from letters and reading to homework and confidence. 21 September 2026, 5 min read
- Maths explained Ratio and proportion explained simply, with worked examples Ratio and proportion explained simply: simplify ratios, share an amount in a ratio, and solve direct and inverse proportion problems, with full workings. 21 September 2026, 5 min read
- Study skills Time management in the exam hall, how to finish every paper Learn to pace yourself in exams: using reading time, the marks-per-minute rule, the order to attempt questions, and what to do when time is running out. 21 September 2026, 5 min read
- Study skills Managing exam stress, practical help for school students Practical ways to manage exam stress: understanding the signs, a calming routine for exam weeks, breathing techniques, sleep tips and when to ask for support. 17 September 2026, 5 min read
- Science explained Photosynthesis explained simply, the equation and the leaf Photosynthesis explained simply: the word and balanced equations, where it happens in the leaf, what glucose is used for, limiting factors and the starch test. 17 September 2026, 5 min read
- Maths explained Percentages made simple, with step-by-step worked examples Percentages made simple: find a percentage of an amount, write one number as a percentage, work out increases and discounts, and solve reverse percentages. 14 September 2026, 4 min read
- Learning at home Preparing your child for online classes, a practical checklist The device, headphones, space and routine that make online classes work for children. A practical setup checklist for parents, from KG to Grade 12. 14 September 2026, 5 min read
- Study skills How to take good notes in class, Cornell method and mind maps Take class notes you will actually use for revision. Step-by-step guides to the Cornell method and mind maps, with examples and a simple after-class routine. 13 September 2026, 5 min read
- Science explained Balancing chemical equations step by step, explained simply How to balance chemical equations step by step: count atoms, change only coefficients, handle polyatomic ions, with worked examples and practice questions. 10 September 2026, 5 min read
- Study skills Active recall and flashcards, how to use them for exams How to use active recall and flashcards properly: making good cards, the box method for spacing, examples for maths, science and languages, and a weekly plan. 9 September 2026, 6 min read
- Maths explained Adding and subtracting fractions, explained step by step How to add and subtract fractions with the same or different denominators, and with mixed numbers, using worked examples, common mistakes and practice. 7 September 2026, 4 min read
- Moving and schools Switching boards when your family moves back to India Moving from a Gulf school to India often means a new board and a new second language. What changes, which grades are easiest, and how to bridge the gaps. 7 September 2026, 5 min read
- Study skills Making a revision timetable that works, with a 4-week sample Build a revision timetable you will actually follow. Step-by-step method, a full four-week sample table for exam season and tips for when plans slip. 5 September 2026, 6 min read
- Maths explained Solving linear equations step by step, a simple guide Learn to solve linear equations step by step: one-step and two-step equations, unknowns on both sides, brackets and fractions, with fully worked examples. 4 September 2026, 5 min read
- Study skills How to revise for exams effectively, a guide for students Revise smarter with spaced repetition and retrieval practice. Practical steps, a sample one-week plan and a checklist you can start using today. 1 September 2026, 6 min read
- Maths explained Pythagoras theorem explained simply, with worked examples Pythagoras theorem in plain words: what a² + b² = c² means, how to find any missing side, how to test for a right angle, and common mistakes to avoid. 1 September 2026, 6 min read
- Moving and schools CBSE vs IGCSE for Gulf families, a balanced comparison Choosing between CBSE and IGCSE in the UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia or elsewhere in the Gulf? A fair look at teaching style, exams, languages, cost and plans. 31 August 2026, 5 min read
- Exams and boards A month-by-month CBSE Class 10 board exam preparation plan A calm, month-by-month plan for CBSE Class 10, from the first week of the school year to the board exams, with NCERT, sample papers and revision built in. 24 August 2026, 6 min read
- Choosing tutoring One-to-one vs group tuition, a fair comparison for parents One-to-one and group tuition each suit different children and goals. A balanced look at cost, attention, pace and motivation, with questions to help you decide. 17 August 2026, 5 min read
- Using Qlive What a diagnostic assessment tells you about your child A diagnostic assessment shows where your child's understanding is secure and where it breaks. Here is how adaptive diagnostics work and how to read the report. 10 August 2026, 5 min read
- Learning at home How to spot learning gaps in maths before they grow Most maths trouble is an old gap showing up in a new chapter. Here are the signs to watch for at home, simple checks you can run, and what to do next. 4 August 2026, 6 min read