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Why July 4th Matters: The Story Behind America’s Most Patriotic Holiday
Independence Day in America is the most important national holiday. The July 4th holiday is celebrated in all states by all residents of the country with...
Scaffolding: A Simple Teaching Method That Builds Confidence in Children
The scaffolding method is widely used in teaching children. This method is called «Scaffolding» in English and it represents a gradual increase...
How to Teach Healthy Habits That Will Stay With Your Child for Life
Healthy habits for children are very important. After all, it is from childhood that a lifestyle is formed for many years. But children always love...
How to explain "fingers" and "zenith" to a child? 10 obsolete words from Pushkin's "Prophet"
Many classic works contain words that are incomprehensible to the modern reader. Children read poems and novels, and constantly ask their parents about...
Why Dads Matter — And How to Stay Connected with Kids
Why is a father 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 with the father…
Top-5 Family Vacation Ideas in the U.S. This Summer
Summer has arrived, which means it's time to travel the country! In this article, we've gathered the best places for family...
The Power of Words: What Not to Say to Your Child
We've been accustomed to our parents' didactic phrases since childhood. Sound familiar? We heard them as children – and often repeat them now...
Why Chess Is More Than Just a Game
Chess is a calm game for introverts. Chess also seems difficult – as if it's a game only for nerds. This is what…
How to Make Screen Time Useful: A Guide for Modern Parents
All children of a certain age use gadgets. Some earlier, some later. Children love a flickering screen. There are games, short bright videos...
Phraseologisms: Sayings That Make No Sense… Until You Know Russian
«Get away with it,» «Like water off a duck's back,» «Sit idly by» – have you heard these idioms? Those who are used to speaking in...