EDUCATION BEYOND BOOKS: HOW QUALITY LEARNING ENSURES CHILD SAFETY

Being educated is not just about excelling in academics. Quality education ensures that children are equipped with life skills as well. Learning about things like personal boundaries, consent, being aware of your rights, or recognizing “unsafe” situations is also essential to lead a healthy life. Children are able to protect themselves when faced with a… Continue reading EDUCATION BEYOND BOOKS: HOW QUALITY LEARNING ENSURES CHILD SAFETY

Surviving a Stampede: Simple Tips That Can Save Your Life

Let’s face it—crowds are unpredictable. Mass gatherings, whether at religious events, concerts, or public rallies, come with risks. They can be exciting one moment and overwhelming the next. When something goes wrong, things escalate fast. Recently, the tragedy at the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 was a stark reminder of how crowds can get out of… Continue reading Surviving a Stampede: Simple Tips That Can Save Your Life

GBS Outbreak in Pune: What You Need to Know

The city of Pune is facing an alarming rise in cases of Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS) with 111 confirmed cases and 1 causality as of 27 Jan 2025. The sudden outbreak has residents understandably concerned as authorities are currently trying to investigate the cause. This outbreak has claimed one life so far with symptoms initially including… Continue reading GBS Outbreak in Pune: What You Need to Know

From Junk To Joy: Inspiring Healthy Eating Habits In Kids

Consuming unhealthy food has become a part of every child’s lifestyle these days. Junk food has become more accessible due to TV Commercials and Peer Pressure. However, with the right strategies, you can instill healthy eating choices in your child that benefit them in the long run and help them become well-balanced adults. Most of… Continue reading From Junk To Joy: Inspiring Healthy Eating Habits In Kids

VIRTUAL TRAPS: UNDERSTANDING TEEN GAMING ADDICTION IN INDIA

Research suggests, between 1.3 percent and 19.9 percent of teenagers are suffering from gaming addiction in India. As we all are aware, the rise in smartphones, easy access to internet facilities, and lots of gaming options have become significant, leading to severe online gaming addictions. Excessive gaming can have severe effects on the physical and… Continue reading VIRTUAL TRAPS: UNDERSTANDING TEEN GAMING ADDICTION IN INDIA

Shattered Childhoods: Children in the Gaza Conflict

According to the Palestinian Ministry of Health, 14,000 children have reportedly been killed, and thousands more have been wounded in the Gaza war. What’s happening to Gaza’s children? Imagine losing your home, your school, or even your family in a single moment. That’s the reality for thousands of children in Gaza. Homes, hospitals, and schools—places… Continue reading Shattered Childhoods: Children in the Gaza Conflict

Understanding and Preventing Child Sexual Abuse: A Guide for Educators to Build Safer Futures

“1 in 4 girls and 1 in 13 boys experience sexual abuse before the age of 18.” The World Health Organisation defines Child Sexual Abuse (CSA) as “the involvement of a child in sexual activity that he or she does not fully comprehend, is unable to give informed consent to, or for which the child… Continue reading Understanding and Preventing Child Sexual Abuse: A Guide for Educators to Build Safer Futures

Mastering Emotions: A Guide to Recognizing, Understanding and Managing Emotions

Emotions are psychological responses that reflect how we react to situations, thoughts and experiences. Emotions make our lives interesting! We go through different kinds of emotions almost every day and embracing those emotions makes it special. For example, a student comes up to you in the classroom and shares with you that they have been… Continue reading Mastering Emotions: A Guide to Recognizing, Understanding and Managing Emotions

Peer pressure at school: Empowering your child to stay stronger

Peer pressure is an unavoidable part of growing up, where children are forced to challenge their values and beliefs. Kids feel pressured to fit in and conform with what their peers like or dislike. While positive peer pressure can motivate children to adopt healthy habits, negative peer pressure can have lasting effects on their mental… Continue reading Peer pressure at school: Empowering your child to stay stronger

Malnutrition and India’s Future: A Nation at Risk

Malnutrition is one of the growing concerns in India currently. It affects children’s physical and cognitive growth, leading to lifelong consequences. According to UNICEF, 38% of Indian children under the age of 5 have stunted growth. They are vulnerable to infections, have difficulty concentrating in school and due to the weakened immune system, they are… Continue reading Malnutrition and India’s Future: A Nation at Risk

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