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What School Uniforms Say About Education — Then and Now
If everyday clothes were and are a reflection of the times, school uniforms are a reflection of the approach to education. In different years, school uniforms have shown how the state views


From Backyard Shoes to Fashion Icons: How Crocs Took Over the World
How did dachshund shoes go from childhood to a global trend? How could it happen? Many people remember running around the dacha in simple rubber overshoes as children


The British Woman Who Gave Pushkin to the World: Mary Hobson’s Journey into Russian Literature
Russian classical literature interests many foreigners. For some it is simply a way of learning about another culture. And for some it is a lifelong love and vocation. К


Why July 4th Matters: The Story Behind America’s Most Patriotic Holiday
Independence Day in America is the most important public holiday. The 4th of July holiday is celebrated in all states by all residents of the country with great fanfare. This holiday has become


Scaffolding: A Simple Teaching Method That Builds Confidence in Children
The scaffolding method in teaching children is used everywhere. This method in English is called "Scaffolding" and is a gradual increase in the load of learning. But let's


How to Teach Healthy Habits That Will Stay With Your Child for Life
Useful habits for a child are very important. After all, it is from childhood that the way of life for many years is formed. But children always like everything harmful. After all, it is so


How to explain "fingers" and "zenith" to a child? 10 obsolete words from Pushkin's "Prophet"
Many classics have words in them that are incomprehensible to modern readers. Children read poems and novels and constantly torture their parents about the meaning of words. And parents and


Why Dads Matter — And How to Stay Connected with Kids
Why is daddy so important in a child's life? It doesn't matter if it's a boy or a girl. And how to arrange regular communication between daddy and children, if daddy is a strong


Top-5 Family Vacation Ideas in the U.S. This Summer
Summer has arrived, and that means it's time to travel the country! In this article we have collected for you the best places for family vacations in the USA and tips


The Power of Words: What Not to Say to Your Child
Since childhood, we have been accustomed to the admonishing phrases of our parents. Familiar words? We heard them as children - and we often repeat them to our children, without even wanting to


Why Chess Is More Than Just a Game
Chess is a quiet game for introverts. And chess also seems difficult - as if it's a game only for nerds. That's what most people think. But it's not


How to Make Screen Time Useful: A Guide for Modern Parents
All children use gadgets from a certain age. Some earlier, some later. Children love the flickering screen. There are games, short colorful videos, music, pictures. It's all there. But


Phraseologisms: Sayings That Make No Sense… Until You Know Russian
"Getting away with it", "Like water off a goose", "Sitting idly by" - have you heard these phraseologisms? Those who are used to speaking Russian understand these expressions.


A Meaningful Gift: Russian Language Lesson Certificate for Kids Living Abroad
In many families who have moved abroad, the children may simply not know Russian and will never start learning it themselves. But what to do if the parents want to


Catch the Sun! What to Know About the Summer Solstice on June 21
On June 21, an annual natural phenomenon that has been celebrated around the world for thousands of years will once again occur. It's Summer Solstice Day. It's a holiday created by the very


Best Math Games for Kids by Age: Make Learning Fun from 4 to 14
Mathematical games should definitely be included in the child's development and education program. Such games improve memory, logic and in general develop the brain. But what games for


10 Parenting Mistakes That Can Have Long-Term Consequences
Every parent wants the best for their child. But then why are psychologists becoming more and more popular nowadays? Every second person has serious problems related to childhood.


What Is Juneteenth and Why It Matters: A Family-Friendly Guide
June 19 was a day of freedom for a huge segment of the American population. But what's the big deal about this day? And why is it called Freedom Day? You'd think that


Shared Hobbies with Your Child: How to Connect, Grow, and Speak Together
What to do with your child to make it interesting for everyone? There are many joint hobbies for the whole family, but not all of them help to develop the interests of the child and at the same time


7 Russian YouTube Channels for Kids
Modern children are used to getting information from the Internet. Unfortunately, the information that children love so much is far from useful. Parents dream that sitting on the phone would become


Which Language Mistakes Should You Correct — and Which Will Fix Themselves
Inophones are people who are native speakers of a language other than the one they are learning. For example, children who were born abroad and spoke English from birth, and