Why You Shouldn’t Force Kids to Share
Not all young children like to share toys. Sometimes some situations come to tantrums and even fights. But this behavior does not mean that the child is greedy and with this you need to urgently fight. Moreover, you should not force the child to give their toys. After all, toys for a child is not just a thing. Why children do not want to share The reason [.....]
Why Reading in Russian Matters — and How to Help Your Child Succeed
Russian language skills may not always be complete. Sometimes children come to our school with excellent speaking skills. They communicate fluently and understand everything by ear. But when reading, they have big problems. As a result, children who speak at a high level have to go to a beginner's group. After all, in standardized lessons we [.....]
The Pushkin-Dumas Myth: Exploring a Literary Urban Legend
You have probably heard the myth that Alexander Sergeyevich Pushkin did not die in a duel with Dantes. It is said that he hid in France and began to create under the pseudonym Alexander Dumas. In favor of this theory there is a lot of evidence. From the style of writing to the external similarity of the poets. But there are also arguments that say that this is only a myth. Let's [...]
How to Help Your Child Feel Safe Staying Home Alone
It often happens that parents need to go away for a while. But who to leave the child with? And is it worth looking for a nanny if the child is already big enough to stay at home alone for a couple of hours? Let's start with the fact that you can leave your child alone only if he or she is ready for it. - says psychologist Nika Bolzan. And if the child is afraid to stay at home [...].
When Your Child Throws a Fit in Public: A Calm Parent’s Guide
Many children throw tantrums in stores and public places. Some just cry or scream loudly. And some fall on the floor in a tantrum. The child tries every way to get the desired toy or candy. As a result, the parents blush. The reasons for such caprices of the child is not that he does not have enough toys or sweets. The reasons are much deeper. Why children [....]
When Kids Cross the Line: Understanding Childhood ‘Trolling
Raising children is not always easy. Every child is bound to find something to annoy their parents with. Most children from an early age learn to manipulate and provoke. And someone begins to «troll» parents and household. It would seem that there is nothing wrong with this. But sometimes the child's jokes overstep the boundaries. And then it is worth understanding what is the cause of this behavior and how to [...].
Russian Monsters and Western Witches: A Tale of Two Folklores
Halloween is known around the world as the holiday of fear. Nowadays, it is synonymous with fun scares and costume parties. But the roots of this holiday go far into the past. Originally, the ancient Celts celebrated a harvest festival. It was held at the end of fall, and it was the beginning of the «dark» half of the year. Therefore, this holiday became associated with fear. There were legends that in this [.....]
Thanksgiving in Canada and the U.S.: What’s the Difference?
Thanksgiving is a traditional holiday in Canada and the United States. But who do people give thanks to? And for what? And what is the difference between Thanksgiving in America and Canada? The roots of these holidays in the countries are almost identical. But the traditions and history of development are quite different. Thanksgiving in Canada For the first time this holiday was held back in 1578. Then the expedition of the Canadian [...].
The Eternal Battle of Good and Evil in Russian Fairy Tale Adaptations
The theme of good and evil is eternal. And what can better express this confrontation than Russian folk tales? The classic confrontation from childhood fosters in us the desire for good. And old fairy tales from generation to generation parents read to their children. Therefore, even now the screenings of Russian folk tales are still as popular. From year to year on the screens [...].
How to Build the Perfect Blanket Fort at Home
Children love plaid and pillow houses! And adults don't mind sometimes lying down with children in their «secret lair». Remember how cozy it was to create our own fortress of pillows and blankets. We were creating our own world in there. It was just our world. There we brought our favorite toys, arranged the interior. Inside we felt completely [...].
