Play is a crucial aspect of a child’s education and development. Unfortunately, in India, far too many children live in slums or in crowded urban spaces that are not child-friendly, let alone safe for children to play in. Since 2015, architecture student Pooja Rai has been … [Read more...] about Anthill Creations builds playgrounds in India’s slums out of local waste
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3 Easy-to-implement ways to support your kids’ immune systems
As a parent, there are a few simple changes you can make to your child’s daily regimen that can do wonders in boosting their immune resilience. At a time where immunity has never seemed so important, here are three immunity-boosting lifestyle interventions you can make that … [Read more...] about 3 Easy-to-implement ways to support your kids’ immune systems
Japanese studio designs airless soccer ball for kids in impoverished areas
One of the beautiful aspects of the sport of soccer is that you only need a ball to play, but even that can be difficult to attain in impoverished countries. And even if a ball is acquired, the ball needs to be kept inflated and will eventually deteriorate, especially when used … [Read more...] about Japanese studio designs airless soccer ball for kids in impoverished areas
This school district is keeping snow days alive so kids can be kids
A heavy weekday snowstorm may be a nightmare for adults who must commute through town, but if you’re a kid, it’s the best thing ever. Heavy snow usually means school is canceled for the day, which means it’s time to play in the white fluff and get cozy with books and movies. Or … [Read more...] about This school district is keeping snow days alive so kids can be kids
How a simple genetic test can improve asthma treatments for kids
The problem with the standard treatment for asthma is that it’s not beneficial for all patients. In fact, research suggests that one in seven kids has a small difference in their DNA that can cause their symptoms to get worse if given the standard treatment. Fortunately, new … [Read more...] about How a simple genetic test can improve asthma treatments for kids
