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Agrafena Glinkina: The Woman Who Preserved the Soul of Smolensk Folklore
Agafena Glinkina is a woman who introduced the folk folklore of the Smolensk region to the general public. She didn't just sing. She remembered and...
4 speech mistakes in Soviet movies: is it possible to speak like that?
Soviet films are loved by millions of people. And not just in Russia. We watch them with nostalgia and interest. But we rarely…
What School Uniforms Say About Education — Then and Now
If everyday clothing was and is a reflection of the times, then school uniforms are a reflection of the approach to education. In different years, school...
From Backyard Shoes to Fashion Icons: How Crocs Took Over the World
How did garden shoes from childhood turn into a global trend? How could this have happened? Many remember running around in childhood...
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's just a way to learn about another culture. For others, it's a passion and...
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…