When Legends Became Teachers: Polish Tales, Indian Myths, and Childhood Between Worlds
When Legends Became Teachers: Polish Tales, Indian Myths, and Childhood […]
Early Years Education & Parenting
Early Years Education & Parenting: Insights and tips for nurturing children’s growth, from early years through teenage stages.
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Forget the robots and screens. The truth is, AI is already here, and the real challenge isn’t avoiding it—it’s learning to balance it with mud, hammers, and the beautiful chaos of real childhood. This article explores a fresh, Reggio-inspired vision for raising curious, resilient kids who know how to use both technology and their hands to create a vibrant world.
Should You Get a Pet for Your Child? The Truth Every Parent Must Know
Growing up in a Polish village, I never knew life without animals. Dogs, cats, cows, even hedgehogs were part of my everyday. Later, my children grew up with Goldy, our golden retriever, who became their gentle protector and best friend.
But here’s the truth every parent should know: getting a pet is not about cuteness or social status. It’s a lifelong responsibility. Pets need proper exercise (not just a quick poop and rush back home), medical care, companionship, and love—just like children. Sadly, in India I often see families buying pets impulsively, only to neglect them when they grow or become inconvenient.
Before saying yes to that adorable puppy or kitten, ask yourself: Are you ready to be a parent to this animal for its whole life? If yes, the rewards are immeasurable—loyalty, love, and lessons for your children that no toy or screen can ever replace.
The Silent Weight of Young Men’s Hearts: Understanding Heartbreak, Growth, and the Strength of Tears
“Heartbreak in young men is real and deep. Learn why their pain is often misunderstood, how it shapes their growth, and why support—not judgment—matters.”
Why Toddlers Don’t Listen Even When You Scream
You’ve said the same instruction five times, and your tiny human is still chewing on a sticker. Before you panic, read this. An honest look at the brain science behind why children don’t “listen,” and the gentle truth about what they actually need from us.
When Our Sons Break and We Don’t See It
A reflection on boys’ emotional struggles, how parents often miss the signs, and why awareness and care make all the difference.
Let Them Fall. Spill. Lose Track. That’s the Curriculum.
The perfect preschool classroom doesn’t exist, and it shouldn’t. This article challenges the myth of perfect children and argues that scraped knees, spilled milk, and muddy clothes are the real curriculum of life.
The Funny Side of Teaching: 7 Unforgettable Stories from a Teacher’s Desk
From mysterious “slats” to the child who only ate yellow food, a teacher shares the humorous, frustrating, and chaotic reality of working with young children and their parents.
The Emotional Syllabus: What We Teach Children, But Forget as Adults
I know the water cycle. I’ve memorized my times tables. But no one taught me how to say, “I need a break” without guilt. We teach empathy to children, then model passive aggression in meetings. We teach facts they can Google, but skip the human tools they’ll actually need. It’s time to redesign the syllabus
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