What is social intelligence and why its development is important for a child's personal growth
Did you know how important social intelligence is for a child's future? But what is it? And how to develop it? What is social intelligence Social intelligence is the ability to understand other people and easily find a common language with them. A child with developed social intelligence feels the mood of the interlocutor. He knows when it is possible to joke, and when it is better to be quiet. Can [...]
How to explain Valentine's Day to a child: history, traditions and symbolism of the holiday
The history of St. Valentine's Day begins in ancient Rome, in the 3rd century. St. Valentine was a Christian priest in the city of Terni. In those days, Emperor Claudius II forbade young soldiers to marry. He believed that married soldiers developed «weaknesses». Wife and children interfere with thinking only about service. But Valentine thought differently. He believed that love makes a man [...].
Financial literacy becomes part of the school curriculum
In the past, school simply taught math, but not how to pay bills or save for a big purchase. Today, financial literacy in school has become the norm. Children are encountering money earlier and earlier: Learning financial literacy as a child empowers a person to manage money properly throughout their lives. As part of financial literacy education, children learn not [.....]
How to help your child cope with fatigue and regain strength
Many parents think, where can fatigue in a child come from? He sleeps a lot, does not go to work and he has no responsibility. However, fatigue in the child arises not only from this. The modern child is faced with every day: All this requires energy. And the nervous system of the child is not yet very resistant to stress. The causes of child fatigue often lie [.....]
Academic freedom and teaching without ideology
The term «Academic Freedom» is being heard more and more often in the world. But what is it? And how does it affect our children? What is Academic Freedom Academic Freedom is teaching in which the teacher can explain the material as he or she sees fit. This means that an educator can show different points of view on controversial issues and teach [...].
5 mistakes when teaching children to read and how to avoid them
Many parents face difficulties in teaching their children to read without realizing the reasons why. More often than not, difficulties arise because of inflated expectations. The desire to teach a child to read by the age of three or comparing his or her progress to «gifted» peers destroys any aspirations But not only these mistakes when teaching reading can prevent a child from loving the process. Mistake 1: Starting before a mature [...]
Early child development: what this concept includes
What is early development in its healthy manifestation? Early development does not mean «early childhood education» in the academic sense. Before the age of three, a child's brain is organized differently than an adult's. He learns not through memorization, but through emotional connections and repetition of actions in a playful way. True early development is beneficial precisely when it respects the natural rhythms of maturation [...].
How much a child should sleep: sleep norms by age
Quality sleep is the foundation of a child's health and development. However, many parents do not fully understand how many hours of rest their baby really needs. Modern children sleep 1-1.5 hours less than the recommended norms. And very often it affects their mood, academic performance and even physical development. What are the norms of sleep in children? How to determine the deficit [....]
What to do if a child uses foul language
When a child utters a foul word for the first time, many parents have a mixed reaction: shock, confusion, and sometimes even involuntary laughter. However, it is important to understand that children's speech and mat - this is not a sign of «bad upbringing», but a signal that requires a conscious approach. What to do if a child swears? With this question is faced by almost all families. The main thing is not to panic and [...].
Online education in the U.S. is gaining more acceptance
Many people used to think that studying online was easier. But it's not the same as «real» studying in a regular university. Today, this opinion is changing. Especially in the USA, where online learning has become a full-fledged part of education. And even gets into the national rankings. A striking example is Webster University. According to Webster, six of its online programs in 2026 were included in the [...]
