Javed got a pack of ten pencils for his sister. He took one for himself and made it look different so that he would know which was his. Can you identify which one is his?
Answer: The topmost pink pencil
Moms ’n Dads
Here are four suggestions that can help moms and dads to encourage effective learning in […]
A study published in the journal of the American Gastroenterological Association (April) has found a causal link between caesarean section birth, low intestinal microbiota and peanut allergy in infants. Researchers of the University of Alberta’s Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry analysed the gut bacteria of 1,422 infants of three-four months age and again when they […]
Harsh parenting practices such as repeatedly getting angry, hitting, or yelling at children have long-term repercussions on their brain development, says a study published in Development & Psychology (May). The study, conducted by Université de Montréal and CHU Sainte Justine Research Centre in partnership with researchers of Stanford University, found that the brain size […]
Almost half (47.5 percent) of first-time mothers in the UK with infants aged six months or younger were diagnosed with post-natal depression during the first Covid-19 lockdown — more than double the average rate for Europe — reveals a recent study conducted by University College London (UCL). Researchers surveyed 162 new mums in London between […]
From complaints of loneliness to dealing with anxiety after parents contracted the virus during the past eight months, over 1,000 children have reached out to a government helpline seeking aid and advice. The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights’ recently introduced tele-counselling SAMVEDNA (Sensitising Action on Mental Health Vulnerability through Emotional Development and […]
When separation and/or divorce become inevitable, child counsellors, psychologists, and mental health professionals stress that there is a moral and ethical obligation upon estranged parents to ensure that the process is as smooth as possible and doesn’t totally disrupt the lives of children – Aurelin Ruth, Cynthia John, Mini P.
Since it originated in Wuhan, China […]
Healthy turmeric or curcuma cream soup on black background
Ingredients
6 two-inch pieces turmeric root, peeled and grated
coarsely (turmeric stains the skin temporarily, so use
gloves while peeling)
1 tbsp coconut oil
1 cup frozen peas
1 tsp grated ginger
1 small green chilly
1 tsp fennel seed powder
1 […]
Sfouf is a Lebanese dessert, a healthy semolina cake.
Oriental spicy yellow cake with curcuma, sesame and star anise
Ingredients
3 cups semolina
1 cup maida/ flour
2 cups sugar
2 tsp turmeric powder
2 ½ tsp baking powder
1 cup vegetable oil
1 ½ cups milk
1 handful […]
Whole-wheat turmeric tartlets filled with apricot jam, decorated with dried oranges, topped with powdered sugar on rustic wooden background
Ingredients
For the base:
• 1 ½ cups almond
• 5 seedless dates
• ½ tsp turmeric powder
• ½ […]
Turmeric — a vital input in Indian cuisine – has anti-inflammatory, antiseptic and anti-bacterial properties which boost the body’s immunity. It is also an antidote for arthritis, depression and cancer. Here are four recipes to harness the healing power of turmeric, writes Parvathy Menon
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I’m pregnant with my second child and loved reading your Early Childhood advisory on swaddling. I didn’t swaddle my first born as there are many myths and superstitions about swaddling infants. Thanks to paediatrician Dr. Yogesh Kumar Gupta for setting the record straight.
After reading his excellent suggestions on the right way to swaddle infants and […]
Soliloquy comes from the Latin soliloquium, which means talking to oneself
-Roopa Banerjee
Soliloquy is expressing thoughts aloud, without addressing another person or persons. It comes from the Latin word soliloquium, which means ‘talking to oneself.’
This literary form was popularised in the 16th century by the bard William Shakespeare. An example is when Romeo declares his love […]
In this special essay, Rebecca English, lecturer at the Queensland Institute of Technology (Australia), highlights the pros and cons of various parenting styles — tiger, helicopter, snowplough and free range
What’s the best way to raise your child? It’s a question that has provoked the publication of numerous books, and seen authors race to coin the […]
PW invited parents of Shiksha Valley School, Dibrugarh (Assam) to share their insights on how they are helping their children remain emotionally strong during the pandemic lockdown
“I believe love, attention, recognition and appreciation are some ingredients that help nourish children’s emotional strength. My adolescent son Kunal (15) needs special counselling to understand and deal with […]
The subject of children suffering the loss of loved ones during the pandemic when mourning rituals are truncated, support systems are inadequate, and the weight of social stigma is often suffocating, is insufficiently discussed – Punita Malhotra
In its second wave, which began in March, the rampaging Covid-19 pandemic is raining a second round of death […]
Bored brother
Dhanya Parthasarathy
Recently Prakash had started hearing a lot about a ‘board’ exam. What’s that? he wondered, Was it a ‘bored’ exam where children and teachers yawned all the time? Or was it a test with questions on blackboards?
“No, silly. It’s just another exam, but a very important one,” explained his brother, Anand, who […]
Hey, Guys!
Studies. Online classes. Exams. Do they make you groan? Or do you enjoy what you learn and take tests in your stride with a chilled-out attitude?
Whether your school allows you to participate in fun-learning activities or tries to make you cram, it’s your attitude that will make learning an enjoyable experience.
For instance roller skating […]
A Pocket Pinwheel
Anitha Bennett
Do equations scare you? Are your numeral tables jumbled all the time? What about complicated physics formulae? For all the things that confuse you, here’s a smart pocket pinwheel reminder that you can make in a jiffy to enable you to tackle those ‘forget-tables’!
Things needed
Split-pin brass paper fastener
Sheets of thick chart […]
-Sue Atkins
I am a parent of a three-year-old who is overwhelmed by the infodemic around me. How do I stay well-informed about the pandemic while keeping anxiety in check? I am so nervous and scared all the time that I fear I’m passing my anxiety on to my child and husband.
— Shalini K, Chennai
Most adults […]
-Vasanthi Venkatesh
I hear a lot about the dangers of using commercially produced sanitary pads. But due to convenience, I and my two daughters use them. We have heard about some natural sanitary pads producers but are wary about unknown brands. Please advise. — Anonymous
Commercially produced sanitary pads often contain harmful chemicals which is […]
For parents soothing a sick, irritated and tired infant is frustratingly difficult. Here are some home remedies which provide infants relief from common cold symptoms – Archana N.
Common cold symptoms of fever, nasal congestion and headache are difficult for adults to manage. For infants, suffering a cold infection is even more arduous, making the task […]
With an increasing number of buyers insisting on best construction practices and sound titles, the demand for home inspection and certification services is zooming
Paromita Sengupta
Unlike the multi-billion dollar real estate industry in the US where every eight of ten homes for sale/rent/bank mortgage requires clearance from a home inspection audit team, professional home inspection and […]
The story of India’s past from the 12th-20th centuries remains immortalised in the well-preserved monuments and exquisite gardens of Delhi which became India’s admin capital in 1931
With an archaeological heritage dating back over 2,500 years, Delhi, with its magnificent array of monuments, forts, tombs, palaces, mosques, temples and churches has as much to offer as […]
In a society where marriages are less the union of two individuals and more about an economic alliance between two
families, divorce in instances of irretrievable breakdown of marriage is being grudgingly accepted. Over the past decade, divorce rates countrywide have zoomed from 1 per 1,000 to 13 per 1,000 marriages (2019). Several factors including […]
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Insights for the creative educator Creative thinking involves both hemispheres of the brain, sometimes alternating, at other times, in synchrony. Ideas hop, skip, and dance ... 
International Day of Democracy: Bringing Democracy To Indian Classrooms September 15, every year, is celebrated worldwide as the International Day of Democracy. The United Nation promotes it as the ... 
Pradhan launches National Credit Framework draft for public consultation Union minister of education and minister of skill development & entrepreneurship Dharmendra Pradhan launched the draft of National Credit Framework ... 
