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Poetry and the Beauty of Autumn: Russian Verses for Children
Autumn is the perfect time to contemplate nature and reflect on life. And, of course, to read poems by Russian poets. No matter how gray it may seem to us…
What Is the Apple Feast of the Saviour? History and Traditions of the Holiday
There are many Orthodox holidays. Almost every day, a saint's day or other significant dates are celebrated. And you've probably heard the name of one such...
Back to School: How to Prepare Your Child for School
Summer always flies by too quickly. And very soon, children will be going back to school. And some will be going for the first time…
Have You Seen Those Perfect “Beige Moms”?
Have you seen those perfect «beige moms»? Their kids always wear light-colored clothes and never get dirty. And all of them…
Why the Whole World Fell in Love with "Hedgehog in the Fog"
In 2003, at the International Animation Festival in Tokyo, «Hedgehog in the Fog» was recognized as the best animated film. The best in history. And...
The Real Woman Behind Anna Karenina: Who Inspired Tolstoy’s Tragic Heroine
Modern writers love to create new characters and new worlds from their imagination. But previously, many characters and even entire lives were...
Radwife: The Parenting Trend That’s Changing the Game for Modern Moms
For thousands of years, women have been the keepers of the hearth. They cooked, cleaned, did laundry, and raised children. And all of this was before the era of technological...
Why It's Okay for Kids to Get Angry — and What Parents Should Do About It
Anger is normal. Everyone gets angry. But most adults know how to control their emotions. Children, however, haven't learned that yet...
What to do to make a child want to try harder
Motivation and child discipline are wonderful and necessary. But parents so often dream that the child will want to try on their own. Even...
Max Verstappen: Raised to Win — But at What Cost?
Those who follow professional Formula 1 racing definitely know the name Max Verstappen. But you don't have to love cars to understand...