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Do not ignore signs of special education needs in children. Intervene earlySubscriber Only

April 3, 2019 10:31 IST

"All of the research is pointing to the fact that brain development happens at its fastest pace during the first six years of age. If we are able to identify developmental symptoms early and intervene early, then the chances of success for the child, in case they are missing some of the milestones, becomes high."

12 children’s publishers you can pick up books fromSubscriber Only

March 31, 2019 09:30 IST

Encourage your child to read by picking interesting picture books, story books or classics, published by these children's publishers.

‘Toddlers reading e-books are less likely to interact with parents’Subscriber Only

March 30, 2019 09:00 IST

Published in the journal Pediatrics, the study evaluated parent-toddler duos reading for five minutes from electronic tablets, basic electronic devices and printed books. It was found that "parents and toddlers verbalized less with electronic books, and collaboration was lower."

Replace screen time with board games and books, says Butterfingers authorSubscriber Only

March 29, 2019 15:52 IST

"It's a special feeling, to be able to bring happiness to children. My books are humorous and I want children to laugh and enjoy reading them. When children tell me how much they love Butterfingers, how they laughed their way through the novels and the stories, I feel vindicated as a children's writer," says the author.

5 practical tips for parents to help students during examsSubscriber Only

March 29, 2019 14:06 IST

Ensure that your child has a conversation with their older cousins to eliminate the fear of exams. Sometimes, they could be open to people of their age rather than their parents.

Want kids to know about current affairs? Here are children’s newspapers to pick fromSubscriber Only

April 9, 2019 11:36 IST

For children, it is not just about what they read but also how they interpret a certain information. And that's what parents need to keep in mind when exposing them to a regular newspaper.

Mad Money: Curious coins of ancient IndiaSubscriber Only

March 28, 2019 12:19 IST

Gold coins in ancient India reached their peak with the Gupta emperors from the 3rd to 6th century AD. This was India's Golden Age, where there was prosperity all around, and people lived the good life, full of culture and joy.

How to help a child manage disappointmentsSubscriber Only

March 28, 2019 12:18 IST

Keeping expectations realistic is an important aspect of helping the child manage disappointments. So a store can run out of the child's favourite toy or a much anticipated trip can be cancelled. These are things that are out of your control.

Expose your kids to more plays, says dramatist Manjima ChatterjeeSubscriber Only

March 28, 2019 10:48 IST

"Most children attempt to compose some form of poetry. Those exposed to plays and inspired by them may feel the urge to write for themselves. Exposure and the desire to create are essential; other things, such as training and talent will help the process along."

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Know Your Monument: Hawa Mahal, more than just a breezy affairSubscriber Only

March 27, 2019 10:00 IST

In the seventh edition of this series on Indian monuments by Sahapedia, we look at Jaipur's exquisite Hawa Mahal. The 18th-century Palace of Winds is a rose-tinted example of the Pink City's architectural splendour. However, as popular a visual the lattice window-ed façade may be, there is still much about this 87-feet tall monument that many don't know.

5 ways to raise a child who celebrates diversitySubscriber Only

March 26, 2019 10:53 IST

Encourage your kids to make friends with kids from all religions in their class/ in your society. Talk to them about how there might be certain differences in how they lead their lives, in terms of food habits, worship, and certain social etiquettes.

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A science teacher explains: Why do we fall sick?Subscriber Only

April 12, 2019 17:16 IST

Is your child asking questions you don't have answers to? This time round, we asked a science teacher to explain what makes us fall ill and how our bodies deal with an infection.

Have fun with these jokes for kids on schoolsSubscriber Only

March 23, 2019 10:30 IST

Q: Why didn't the sun go to college? A: Because it already had a million degrees! Q: Who is your best friend at school?A: Your princi-PAL.

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The Early Years: Understanding your toddler’s tantrumsSubscriber Only

March 22, 2019 09:56 IST

If parents have unrealistic expectations or low expectations, lack of consistency in what they tell the child and lack of child development knowledge and understanding, their parenting style can send confusing messages.

What did the earliest humans eat and were ancient Indians really vegetarian?Subscriber Only

March 22, 2019 09:59 IST

Vegetarianism in the mainstream, as a general way of life, is a feature unique to India. According to census data, 25 per cent of the Indian population is vegetarian. But where did the idea of vegetarianism take root?

Happy Holi 2019: Seven books on the festival of colours for kidsSubscriber Only

March 21, 2019 11:41 IST

Holi 2019: On this day, tell you kids about the myths associated with the festival and its cultural significance through these books.

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How technology is transforming classroom learning in schoolsSubscriber Only

March 20, 2019 09:45 IST

When students feel engaged with a subject and the interest is high, the learning curve sees a substantial improvement. With the help of the internet and Virtual Reality, students can gain real world experience.

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Holi 2019: Myths and stories behind the festival of coloursSubscriber Only

March 20, 2019 11:31 IST

Holi mythological stories: The festival is celebrated with great vigour in the villages around Mathura, the birthplace of Krishna. Holi is also associated with the Divine Dance known as Raaslila staged by Lord Krishna for the benefit of his devout gopis.

‘If your child doesn’t ask you about sex and puberty, talk about it anyway’Subscriber Only

March 19, 2019 17:33 IST

"There is never a wrong time to have the talk. When you see an ad for a sanitary napkin on TV, or a bird makes a nest in your window and lays an egg, it is the right time,” says Anju Kish, author and sexuality educator for kids.

This startup is helping students understand Physics by teaching them to fly rocketsSubscriber Only

March 16, 2019 11:35 IST

Meet Divyanshu Poddar and Akash Ekka, founders of Rocketeers, who are building model rockets and also collaborating with schools and colleges to teach students how to fly them.

How concept-based learning can make children future readySubscriber Only

March 15, 2019 10:30 IST

Concept-based learning lays emphasis on helping children understand the core concept rather than just sharing a layer of important information of the concept. The end-motive is to help children to understand and retain what they are taught rather than made to mug up.

5 ways parents can teach kids about money managementSubscriber Only

March 16, 2019 11:32 IST

Parents can encourage the habit of saving among their children by giving them a goal to save a certain percentage of their allowances by the end of every month. Reinforcement should be done by rewarding the successful attainment of goals.

The tale of the other East India CompaniesSubscriber Only

March 14, 2019 13:52 IST

When we say East India Company, we don't think of the French East India Company or the Portuguese East India Company, or the Dutch East India Company. We certainly don't think of Nordic people like the Danes and Swedes having trading outposts in India.

Apps that can help improve your child’s Maths and Science gradesSubscriber Only

March 13, 2019 16:30 IST

Learning apps can aid in studying Maths and Science, using artificial intelligence and machine learning to helps students learn at their own individual pace, which is often missing in classrooms.

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Elections 2019: How to help kids organise elections in schoolSubscriber Only

April 9, 2019 11:20 IST

General Electiosn 2019: Wondering how to explain the importance of the general elections to your child? Help them organise elections in their school with this guide and watch as they learn about voting and the value of living in a democracy.