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Book by single mother explores confusing, awkward questions of parenthood
September 12, 2022 17:41 IST
According to publishers Penguin Random House India (PRHI), "Unparenting" is a compilation of "deeply personal, engaging and often humorous" essays.
Soha Ali Khan shares a special trick on how to make kids fold their own clothesSubscriber Only
August 29, 2022 11:00 IST
Soha turns the tedious job of folding clothes into a fun activity for her child Inaaya, with this easy-to-make shirt-folding board that requires only two things: cardboard and a duct tape.
Author Sudha Murty pays tribute to favourite fruit mango in new children’s book
August 15, 2022 18:08 IST
According to the publishers, Murty's latest book is an ode to our favourite summer fruit, and makes you wonder how the mango got its magical, delicious sweetness.
How some children prospered in pandemic online learningSubscriber Only
August 2, 2022 18:50 IST
Classrooms can be intimidating social spaces, and when they suddenly became virtual, some students found the digital space better suited their needs.
Guinness alert: Girl from Saudi Arabia is youngest ever book series publisher at 12Subscriber Only
July 26, 2022 16:28 IST
Ritaj Hussain Alhazmi qualified for applying to Guinness after publishing her second book
How do we teach young people about climate change? We can start with this comicSubscriber Only
July 16, 2022 16:08 IST
Called Everyday Stories of Climate Change, it looks at the ways low-income families have had to adapt to climate change in five countries across three continents.
A science teacher explains: The world through the eyes of an insectSubscriber Only
July 11, 2022 19:07 IST
The compound eyes in insects are located symmetrically on either side of the head. They encompass hundreds, if not thousands, of hexagonal visual units called ommatidia. Each of these units is like an eye in itself.
A science teacher explains: Why do leaves fall off trees?Subscriber Only
July 1, 2022 19:40 IST
To survive in the environment as it becomes hostile, trees initiate abscission, the process of separation of leaves, naturally.
Explore places of own liking in new personalised children’s book
June 28, 2022 17:20 IST
Merlinwand publishing house gives children the unique option of having the protagonist of a book named after themselves.
Babies don’t come with instruction manuals, so here are 5 tips for picking a parenting bookSubscriber Only
June 20, 2022 19:40 IST
Do parenting books help? How effective they are is a matter of debate, especially given the lack of scientific evidence regarding their usefulness.
Curious Kids: why do frilled sharks look more like sea snakes?Subscriber Only
June 16, 2022 13:01 IST
Frilled sharks are considered “living fossils”, because they haven't changed for about 80 million years! They get their name from the frilly gills on their throats, which look a bit like lace.
A science teacher explains: The Big Bang TheorySubscriber Only
June 9, 2022 11:00 IST
Scientists do have compelling empirical evidence of the Big Bang in the form of Cosmic Microwave Background radiations (CMB) which were discovered in 1965
5 ways to use sports to spark kids’ interest in mathSubscriber Only
June 3, 2022 17:49 IST
Maths has multiple concepts applied around in sports, which present an excellent opportunity for relatable learning for children. Use them to improve their maths skills and raise math geniuses!
How to handle the stress of hybrid learning as exams approachSubscriber Only
May 14, 2022 12:00 IST
Covid-19 and remote learning has led to students falling back, and there’s enough research to prove that the learning gap is a real thing
‘Biggest issues parents find in kids are screen addiction, lack of physical socialising’: Author RamG VallathSubscriber Only
May 12, 2022 14:22 IST
"There are several strategies and numerous techniques I have outlined in the book. Two of them are role-modelling and story-telling."
Soha Ali Khan and Kunal Kemmu’s book ‘Inni and Bobo’ for daughter Inaaya is about empathy, diversity and inclusionSubscriber Only
April 30, 2022 11:00 IST
"Our daughter is very passionate about animals and often prefers stories where the animal wins in the end. I laughingly said to her that 'Red Riding Hood is actually a tragedy because the wolf goes hungry at the end' and she was so upset by that. The idea of adoption has been close to our hearts."
OUP launches campaign to encourage reading among kids
April 26, 2022 17:58 IST
Like any habit, reading also has to be slowly and consistently introduced into a child's routine, as an exciting hobby and not a chore.
Curious Kids: How is fabric made?Subscriber Only
April 18, 2022 16:34 IST
Fibres can come from nature. Some common natural fibres are cotton, silk and wool.
Children’s book on life and times of BR Ambedkar released
April 16, 2022 12:40 IST
The fact-based drama, based largely on Ambedkar's own recollection of his childhood, is written by noted playwright and author Rajesh Talwar. It is published by Ponytale Books.
A science teacher explains: How important are the bacteria living in your bowels?Subscriber Only
April 10, 2022 20:23 IST
If we eat healthy, we breed bacteria that thrive on healthy food and if we gorge on fries and burgers, we breed fast food loving bacteria.
A science teacher explains: Why Pluto, now a dwarf planet, remains a complex mysterySubscriber Only
March 31, 2022 20:07 IST
The word “planet" has been redefined over the years since it was first coined centuries ago by ancient Greeks.
Children’s edition of ‘The Book of Joy’ coming this fall
March 23, 2022 19:32 IST
Random House Children’s Books announced Tuesday that “The Little Book of Joy” will come out Sept. 27, with Rachel Neumann and Douglas Abrams collaborating on the text, and illustrations provided by artist Rafael López.
Ukraine’s child refugees pose huge challenge for Europe
March 17, 2022 20:08 IST
Psychologists say young Ukrainian refugees appear unable to comprehend the longer-term nature of their absence from home and separation from their fathers, forbidden to leave Ukraine in order to fight the war.
7-year-old girl pens book on inclusivity, identity
March 9, 2022 18:50 IST
Filled with colourful illustrations and fun facts on fireflies, the book is aimed at children aged 4-7 years.
Ways to encourage reading habits and increase imagination power among kidsSubscriber Only
March 6, 2022 19:41 IST
"Set aside some time during the day or just before you hit the bed to sit together and read"
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