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When Kids Cross the Line: Understanding Childhood ‘Trolling
Raising children isn't always easy. Every child is sure to find some way to annoy their parents. Most children learn from an early age...
Russian Monsters and Western Witches: A Tale of Two Folklores
Halloween is known worldwide as a holiday of fear. Now it's synonymous with fun scares and costume parties. But the roots of this holiday...
Thanksgiving in Canada and the U.S.: What’s the Difference?
Thanksgiving is a traditional holiday in Canada and the United States. But who are people thanking? And for what? And what's the difference between...
The Eternal Battle of Good and Evil in Russian Fairy Tale Adaptations
The theme of good and evil is eternal. And what could better express this confrontation than Russian folk tales? The classic confrontation with...
How to Build the Perfect Blanket Fort at Home
Children love blanket and pillow forts! And adults don't mind lying down with their children in their «secret lair» sometimes.
Creative Autumn Crafts and Recipes to Enjoy With Your Family
Autumn is the perfect time for creativity. It's so nice to sit down with the kids and make crafts with your own hands. Especially when outside...
Why Russian Villains Dominate Horror Movies: From Chernobyl to Folklore
Who among us doesn't love a good horror movie? Even if you don't watch horror films, you probably know the most famous ones…
Sergei Yesenin: The Tragic Life of Russia’s Most Famous Poet
Autumn has arrived. Which means it's time to take a volume of Yesenin from the shelf and delve into reading his autumn poems. Sergey Yesenin's poetry is famous...
How to learn Russian by New Year's Eve
These 5 actions will change your child's Russian language by New Year's, if you start them in October. 1. Teach...
Jiro Ono: from poverty to three Michelin stars through discipline
Let's share a story of how persistence and dedication can lead to incredible success. In a world where everyone is chasing...