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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,

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

What to do if a child uses foul language
When a child first utters a foul word, many parents have a mixed reaction: shock, confusion, and sometimes involuntary laughter. However, it is important to realize that children's speech

How to build your vocabulary quickly: 3 tricks from our lessons
In our lessons, we are constantly working to expand students' vocabulary so that children do not use the same phrases and are able to express themselves freely

5 words and language constructions that even advanced learners often get wrong
Even with strong students, the Russian language sometimes «fails». Fluent speech creates a feeling of confidence, but this does not mean that there are no mistakes - especially in small things

Online education in the U.S. is gaining more acceptance
Many people used to think that studying online was easier. But it is not the same as «real» studying in a regular university. Today, that opinion is changing. Especially in

Russian language morphology as a section of linguistics: what you need to know
It is part of the science of language. It tells us how words are organized and how they change in speech. In Russian, this is especially important. Because

IQ test for children: why it is needed, how it is conducted and whether to trust the results
How to measure a child's intelligence? Parents often ask themselves this question before school or when they have difficulties in learning. IQ tests for children can help. But

The Crisis of Humanities Departments in U.S. Universities
There is a serious crisis in the humanities at U.S. universities. Across the country, departments are being closed or merged: The authorities claim that this does not bring in money. Which means it's

Traffic rules for children: how to teach your child to be safe on the road
Every year around the world, thousands of children are injured or killed in road traffic crashes. But the good news is that most of these accidents are preventable. Many

Phonetics and phonology of the modern Russian language
Phonetics of the Russian language studies how we pronounce sounds and how they sound. It answers the questions: Phonology of the Russian language looks at sounds not as a

Americans criticize the education system: 7 in 10 think it's «going the wrong way»
The U.S. education system is headed in the wrong direction. This is the opinion of 7 out of 10 U.S. residents. And people of all ages, income levels and even political affiliations are dissatisfied with it

Studying math for children according to the Peterson method: peculiarity and who is suitable for whom
Many parents notice that their child is bored in math class. Or he does not understand the subject. Perhaps the methodology of Ludmila Peterson, a famous Russian teacher, will suit him. Her

Multiplication table in Russian: how to explain to a child
For many children, the multiplication table is just a set of numbers and a real puzzle. More often than not, the difficulties arise not because of a lack of ability, but because of how to

How the vocabulary of the Russian language has changed over the last 100 years
If a person from the 1920s heard the way we speak today, they would be surprised. Many words simply did not exist back then. And yet, for the modern man.

Standardized tests are back on trend: why the SAT is on the rise in the U.S.
Until a few years ago, many US universities announced that US standardized tests were no longer required. But things are changing now. There is a clear trend in 2025.

Learn Russian: Simple Guide to Consonants and Vowels for Kids - Palme School
When introducing the Russian alphabet to children, parents or educators often immediately begin to tell about «hard and soft», «ringing and deaf», «paired and unpaired». И

Days of the week: how easy it is to explain to children
It seems obvious to adults: a week consists of seven days, they go strictly in order, and each day has its own name. But for a child it is a real puzzle.

U.S. college enrollment at a 10-year high: Why more students are choosing education
In fall 2025, the number of students in the U.S. reached 19.4 million. This is the highest number in the last 10 years. And all this against a backdrop of notable challenges

Russian language and its impact on children's development
The Russian language is not just a means of communication, but a powerful tool for shaping a child's personality, logic and emotional intelligence. Already at preschool age children learn through speech:

Russian conversation for foreigners - speech development in the shortest possible time
Many people who start learning Russian for foreigners face the same problem. They understand texts, they know the grammar, but they cannot build a simple
