Jürgen Menze·1 day agoCollective and individual trauma — how the 6th of April 1945 changed my home village and family forever“History, despite its wrenching pain, cannot be unlived, but if faced with courage, need not be lived again.” — Maya Angelou Talking about the collective trauma the Second World War has inflicted on Germans isn’t usually appreciated. Some people are quick to rather point to Nazi Germany-led atrocities and the…Children5 min readChildren5 min read
Andrew Martin·1 day agoMember-onlySchoolgirl Hypnotized By Classmate Saved By Doctor After Staring At Moon For 2 HoursIn 1909, innocent playing turning into a scary medical emergency for one teen girl — Even now in the midst of all of our technology and scientific advances, hypnotism remains a subject of endless fascination for many people. The ability to control the actions and minds of some individuals through suggestion still seems like the best kind of magic trick. It’s also best to be…Children3 min readChildren3 min read
Bruce LesleyinVoices4Kids·23 hours agoRecognizing Children in the Debate Over Education and SchoolsAs a child advocate, it is deeply frustrating to people in our community that issues of great importance to children, such as education, are rarely debated in Congress. Just a few years ago, we could not identify a single bill or vote in the U.S. …Children12 min readChildren12 min read
Kratikaagarwal·1 day agoFlashback to SummerYesterday when I boarded the bus, I advanced to my favorite window seat. A couple with a baby was sitting right in front of me. The infant appeared to be two, and I was the object of his curiosity. I smiled, and she giggled. Back home, My tired steps walked…Children2 min readChildren2 min read
Top Writer: KB Snow·14 hours agoMember-onlyBringing the Fun Home: Sharing Your Love for Tabletop and Video Games with KidsIf you’re an avid tabletop or video gamer, you know firsthand how much fun and excitement these games can bring. Whether you enjoy the strategy of chess, the social nature of board games, or the immersive experiences of video games, it’s no wonder why so many people are drawn to…Children2 min readChildren2 min read
Neca·16 hours agoIs The School Responsible for The Morale of The Children? Pros and ConsA child's emotional and social development is crucial for their well-being and success. While parents play a primary role in supporting their child's development, schools also have an essential role to play. Schools are a place for academic learning, socialization, and emotional growth. However, the question of whether schools are…Children5 min readChildren5 min read
Jessica LuciainThe Motherload·1 day agoMember-onlyMy 6-year-old keeps asking about bad guys with gunsHow do we assuage these fears? — While I prepared dinner, my six-year-old son sat on the counter emptying his school folder. Though lockdown drills took place months ago, he suddenly had questions. “My teacher said we were hiding from a bear,” he explained, “but what if there’s a bad guy with a gun?” My son is…Children4 min readChildren4 min read
Christina van Langenberg @ Learning not Schooling·2 days agoHow to start a homeschool from scratch (or breathe new life into your existing one) — Step 1Well hi! If you landed here, chances are you have thoughts of homeschooling your kids floating around your mind (or you’ve been at it for a while and need a little encouragement). That might either make you excited or ready to run for the hills! If you haven’t already, be…Children5 min readChildren5 min read
Randy FredlundinILLUMINATION·1 day agoChildren Are Dead. Let Us Pray.We are sick. Prayer is not treatment. — “I’m calling for the people of Tennessee to pray.” Bill Lee, Governor of Tennessee, made this request on the day after the recent Nashville school shooting. Regardless of your religious beliefs, you have to admit that praying hasn’t made any difference in stopping the accelerating carnage. …Children2 min readChildren2 min read
