Why the Whole World Fell in Love with "Hedgehog in the Fog"
In 2003 at the International Animation Festival in Tokyo the best cartoon was recognized as «Hedgehog in the Fog». The best in history. And for good reason. Do you remember the indelible impression this cartoon made in your childhood? It used to seem strange and even creepy. But it's much deeper than it seems. Why did the world fall in love with our hedgehog? The cartoon tells us [...]
The Real Woman Behind Anna Karenina: Who Inspired Tolstoy’s Tragic Heroine
Modern writers love to create new characters and new worlds out of their heads. But in the past, many characters and even whole lives were written from prototypes. One such heroine was Anna Karenina. This heroine with a tragic fate is known all over the world. And, perhaps, she even overshadowed another creation of Leo Tolstoy «War and Peace». But from whom was written [.....]
Radwife: The Parenting Trend That’s Changing the Game for Modern Moms
For thousands of years, women have been the keepers of the hearth. They cooked, cleaned, did laundry and raised children. And all this before the age of technological progress. Beginning in the 19th century, women began to fight for their rights and achieved permission to wear men's suits, study and work. And what's the result? As a result, now women have to not only raise children and keep [...].
Why It's Okay for Kids to Get Angry — and What Parents Should Do About It
Anger is normal. Everyone gets angry. But most adults know how to control their emotions. But children have not yet learned to control themselves. Therefore, often, children's anger can be scary. But anger is not something to be afraid of. And it is certainly not worth trying to suppress it in children. Anger is an important emotion that contributes to the formation of [...].
What to do to make a child want to try harder
Motivation and child discipline are wonderful and necessary. But parents so often wish that a child would want to try harder on their own. Even without the constant reminder of parents. That the child would be interested in learning new things. That he himself constantly strives for heights and achievements. Learning is also work for the child. And to make him want to do it can be. [...]
Max Verstappen: Raised to Win — But at What Cost?
Those who follow professional Formula One racing are sure to know the name Max Verstappen. But it is not at all necessary to love cars to understand how a tough upbringing affects the child. Biography of Max Verstappen Max was born in a family of racers in the fourth generation. He was simply obliged to become a champion. Since childhood, he showed phenomenal results. Both in races, and in [.....]
How Overprotective Parenting Can Lead to School Problems
Many modern parents don't want to force their children to do things that are difficult. If a child complains about a task, parents rush to get rid of it. And do it all themselves. The same applies to learning difficulties at school. But what they don't realize is that by doing so, they are taking away the child's opportunity for development and a successful future. Difficulties = development. How does cognitive [...]
“My Child Isn’t Interested in Learning.” What Parents Should Really Be Asking
«My child is not interested in learning.» That's what a lot of moms say. But should study itself inspire a child? In fact, studying is the same work. It requires discipline and labor. Children will never want to learn on their own. They need to be nurtured with study discipline. Only in this way can a child learn to organize himself and succeed in [...].
Why "forcing to learn" is not a crime
What to do if a child does not want to learn? Is it really necessary to force and scold? Nowadays, many parents try to bring up children in gentleness. They consider it a crime to force a child to do what he does not want. But then how to grow independence in the child and develop his personality? Is it worth forcing a child to learn? Every parent should realize that children are different from [...].
How to Motivate a Child Who Doesn’t Want to Study
Do you think diligent children want to learn on their own? Actually, no child wants to learn. They're much more interested in things that are easier to do. Playing and watching cartoons. But then where do children who always get A's and go to all the Olympiads come from? They appear only thanks to their parents. Parents are obliged to properly motivate the child to achieve. And teach [....]
