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50 Cent (50 Cents, 50 Cent) is an American rapper whose work became incredibly popular in the early 2000s, after the release of the albums Get Rich or Die Tryin’ and The Massacre.
In total, around forty million discs have been sold worldwide.
Pictured: rapper 50 Cent
Screenwriter (“Before I Self-Destruct”), Producer (“Setup”, “Power in the Night City”) and director. Actor and businessman. In 2000, he was attacked by an armed criminal who fired nine bullets at the rapper. Fortunately, he survived. His real name is Curtis James Jackson III.
Childhood, youth, family
Curtis was born in the summer of 1975 to a dysfunctional family. His mother was 15-year-old Sabrina Jackson from a poor New York area of Queens. The boy never saw his father – he disappeared when he learned about the pregnancy of his girlfriend.
50 Cent as a child and now
The child grew up in what is known as South Jamaica, where drugs, shootings and random killings were commonplace. The young mother did not find another option to earn a living and provide the baby with everything necessary, except to sell crack. She left her son to her parents, but when she visited him, she always gave him gifts, thus expiating the feeling of guilt before him. For the boy, her every visit was like a Christmas story.
Curtis Jackson as a child with a portrait of his mother that he drew
When Curtis was eight, his mother died under unclear circumstances. Sabrina inhaled gas in her sleep and died, but the police determined that the glass of alcohol Sabrina had drunk contained sleeping pills, and all the knobs on the gas stove in her apartment were turned on. Most likely, she was killed either by competitors in the drug business, or by offended clients.
Sabrina Jackson
Grandfather and grandmother continued to raise the orphaned boy. In addition to him, eight brothers and sisters of his mother and a cousin, Michael Francis, lived in the house. Curtis’ room was in the basement.
Childhood home of 50 Cent
Curtis did not like studying, he preferred boxing in order to be able to fend for himself on the street. The boy attended classes in the free gym and pounded the punching bag with such desperation, as if he wanted to take out all his childhood grievances on it. By the way, he was born left-handed and never retrained.
When Jackson wasn’t looking bored at his desk or boxing, he was selling crack on the street. As the rapper explained much later, he just wanted to earn his living:
I didn’t want to ask my grandma for a pair of Air Jordans. uznayvse.ru], because he knew that she could not afford them. So I started working to get things out and not stress her out.
When he was fifteen, he bought a gun from his hands to frighten his “colleagues”, and three years later he was already considered the main local drug dealer. He left school a long time ago, the drug trade brought him up to 150 thousand dollars a month. At the same time, he honed his boxing skills, but no longer in a free gym. And listened to music. The young man’s favorite performers were Rakim, KRS-1, Run D.M.C. At the same time, he began to independently compose his first texts and think about how he could break into the music business.
Young 50 Cent
He soon came to the attention of the narcotics department, and shortly after his nineteenth birthday, he was arrested for trying to sell cocaine to a plainclothes police officer. The first time he was released, because the guy only acted as an intermediary, but a month later he was arrested – for possession of crack and heroin in the house, as well as for unregistered weapons. The search was carried out in the wake of another transaction, and Curtis failed to get out. He was sentenced to three years in prison, but he was released early under an amnesty.
50 Cent was in jail for drug dealing
Curtis was 21 when his first child, son Marquis, was born. And the young father decided that it was time to change his lifestyle. The beginning of the change was the pseudonym 50 Cent – the same was the famous Brooklyn gangster of the 80s Calvin Martin. Curtis considered himself a man of the same type as Martin: he provided for himself with all available means. But this time, Curtis chose music.
First success and assassination attempt
Read rap 50 Cent began at 1996 year. A friend provided him with a basement for rehearsals and a “turntable” for recording the first tracks. He was soon introduced to the team leader Run-D.M.C. Jam Master Jay and impressed him. Curtis learned from him not only to count the bars, but also to correctly compose songs and record them.
The first performance of 50 Cent took place in 1998, at the opening act for the presentation of the Onyx album. Jam’s label Master Jay was supposed to release the budding rapper’s first CD, but it ended up being recorded but never released.
In 1999, Curtis entered into a production contract with Trackmasters (a subsidiary of Columbia Records). In two weeks, the artist wrote more than thirty lyrics, half of them were included in the unofficial disc of 2000 “Power of the Dollar”, the release of which was postponed due to the popularity of the “How to Rob” single and the assassination attempt on 50 Cent.
50 Cent – How to Rob
The success of the single brought the performer his first popularity, but someone dissatisfied with the emergence of a new rap star decided to kill him. The tragedy occurred in 2000, when the artist was sitting in a car near the house of his relatives. An unidentified man shot Curtis point-blank nine times. The rapper miraculously survived – if the shooter had taken a few centimeters higher, he would have hit the brain. For six months, Curtis underwent rehabilitation, moved on crutches, and then moved to another city.
50 Cent after the assassination attempt
During this time, the producers, fearing that the rapper would no longer be able to perform, terminated the contract. But Curtis recovered and began looking for a new record company. In America, he failed to do this, so he and his partner Sha Mani tried their luck in Canada. There, the guys recorded and released the album “Guess Who’s Back?” (2002). Eminem heard the cassette and invited the rapper to Los Angeles. There, the performer was introduced to Dr. Dre himself and soon signed a million-dollar contract.
50 Сent – Guess who’s back
Prime of a career
50Cent didn’t just make its first million, it brought in a lot more for the new producers. The album “Get Rich or Die Tryin” [“Get Rich or Die”], released in 2003, without exaggeration, had the effect of a bombshell. With nine million discs sold, the singles “Wanksta” (previously included in the Eminem film “8 Mile”) and “In Da Club” became classics of the genre.
50 Cent and Eminem
Muscles, tattoos, a bulletproof vest, a pistol, wide trousers – the rapper’s gangster image with its aggressive magnetism was fascinating. In many ways, it was 50 Cent who brought rap music to the masses, balancing on the verge of purely street lyrics and music that nightclub visitors listened to with pleasure.
Having made a fortune, Curtis immediately bought a huge mansion with eighteen bedrooms, formerly owned by his idol Mike Tyson, and began to promote a luxurious lifestyle with expensive cars and beautiful women.
50 Cent – In Da Club
He founded the Interscope label, signed a contract with Young Buck and Lloyd Banks, members of the G-Unit group, and recorded the album Beg For Mercy (2003) with them.
In 2005, the second album “The Massacre” was released with new songs about crime, drugs and sex. Over a million copies were sold in the first week of release. For almost two months, the album was at number one on the Billboard 200 chart. The rapper’s popularity reached cosmic heights. The single “Candy Shop” was nominated for a Grammy.
50 Cent – Candy Shop
However, the next two albums – “Curtis” (2007) and “Before I Self-Destruct” (2009) – sold more modestly. New figures emerged on the rap scene, such as Kanye West, with whom Curtis bet that if his Curtis album sold worse than Kanye’s Graduation, released the same year, he would quit music. As a result, Kanye won a landslide victory, and venerable colleagues, for example, Jay-Z, accused 50 Cent of excessive arrogance, which, as you know, is the enemy of success.
50 Cent Lost Sales Race To Kanye West
Other projects
Curtis did not keep his promise, although he was actively engaged in other activities for several years. For example, he wrote books about self-development: The Law of 50 became a kind of best-selling meditation for company directors, and Formula 50 was a guide to a six-week training and nutrition course that promised to completely change lives.
Still from the film Get Rich or Die
More than thirty roles include the filmography of Curtis. Jim Sheridan filmed him in the near-biographical film Get Rich or Die. His hero Marcus, like the rapper himself in childhood, crossed the law to earn a lot of money. Some of 50 Cent’s most memorable roles include Spiderman from Right to Kill with Al Pacino and Robert De Niro, Lionel from The Twelve, Jordan Maines from Lefty.
50 Cent in Lefty
In the TV series “The Power of the Night City”, which was successfully on American screens, 50 Cent acted as a producer, and in the film “Before I Self-Destruct” he was simultaneously a screenwriter, director, producer and performer of the main role.
Bankruptcy and return
In 2014, after a long break, the rapper recorded and released a new album “Animal Ambition” – the fifth and currently the last studio album. It failed to break previous sales records, and music critics left mixed reviews for the record, noting the lack of evolution in the work of 50 Cent, although the genre has undergone tremendous changes in the 5 years since the release of “Before I Self-Destruct”.
50 Cent – Animal Ambition
You can buy the album for bitcoins. And many took advantage of this opportunity – 50 Cent received the equivalent of 400 thousand dollars in cryptocurrencies.
In 2014, 50 Cent was sued by Sleek Audio, the manufacturer of Beats headphones, who collaborated with Dr. Dre – the rapper began selling headphones whose design was so strongly reminiscent of the Beats that Sleek Audio sued 50 Cent for $ 16 million.
50 Cent headphones accused of plagiarizing Beats
Then a certain Lastonia Leviston sued the rapper. It turned out that back in 2009, 50 Cent bought her homemade “hot” video and published it online. For this trick, the musician’s fortune decreased by another 5 million, after which his accounts were frozen.
Experts estimated the general condition of 50 Cent (taking into account not only the money in the bank account, but also real estate, car park, etc.) at 22 million dollars. Approximately the same amount was estimated and his debts. After losing in court, he declared himself bankrupt.
In 2017, the rapper withdrew from bankruptcy
Two years later, the bitcoin exchange rate increased several times, 400 thousand per album turned into 8 million, and the rapper, having converted cryptocurrency into dollars and got rid of a number of expensive assets, managed to pay off all debts.
Personal life of 50 Cent
At the beginning of his career, the rapper had a relationship with a woman named Shanicua Tompkins, who gave birth to his eldest son, the Marquis. Their relationship ended long ago, but the rapper took care of his son, although there were regular conflicts between them.
Marquis, eldest son of 50 Cent
So, one day the boy posted a photo on Instagram where he stands with the son of McGriff, a man who, according to unconfirmed reports, was the organizer of the assassination attempt on 50Cent, and said:
As a child, it seemed that my father was Superman. But as you grow older, you begin to become more aware of what is happening around you, and this affects relationships with people. This is what happened with my father.
Unable to restrain himself, Curtis reacted very harshly to the publication. It is possible that the reason for such a virtual skirmish was the artist’s statement that he has another son, Davian, a photo with which he posted on Instagram. 50 Cent did not disclose the mother’s name.
With Davian
In addition to the Marquis, the rapper has another son, Saira, who was born at the time when Curtis was dating model Daphne Joy. He was also credited with novels with singer Ciara and shocking Chelsea Handler. In August 2019, the rapper started dating Jamira Haynes.
50 Cent and Jamira Haynes
50 Cent now
Years later, 50 Cent still kept his promise to Kanye West in 2007 and stopped writing new music. He has acted in many films and produced various film projects. In 2019In the year the action movie Escape Plan 3 was released, in which Curtis starred along with Sylvester Stallone and Dave Batista.
On the set of Escape Plan 3
At this time, he produced the series Forever, the main character of which was a black man on life imprisonment, convicted of a crime he did not commit. Unlike many other projects produced by Curtis, the series received high marks from viewers and critics.
At the end of 2020, it became known that the popular rapper will be the producer of three horror films at once, which will be directed by Eli Roth. Jackson’s company G-Unit Film & Television has already signed a contract to carry out the projects. It was stated that “the team will start making films that others are simply afraid to make.” Curtis is going to be engaged in the production and sale of products accompanying the motion pictures.
Also in 2021, the next season of his series called Forever will be released. Eminem turned down a multi-million dollar offer to star in the film, and Curtis called him “a lab rat who prefers to stay in his studio and work on music, just not to go out.
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As a market leader, Kids ‘R’ Kids Learning Academies was the first preschool accredited by AdvancED in America, the world’s largest education community. The company also was the first to supplement their core curriculum with a proprietary project-based curriculum, STEAM AHEAD™ that focuses on providing more opportunities to learn science, technology, engineering, art and math through play. In addition, Kids ‘R’ Kids Learning Academies is known for using advanced technology and programs, such as ABCMouse.com, tablets and digital smart boards to enhance the overall learning experience for its students.
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To fuel growth in key markets throughout the country, Kids ‘R’ Kids Learning Academy is actively seeking single- and multi-unit operators who are passionate about the brand and committed to providing the highest quality service. Interested candidates should have a minimum net worth of $750,000 and liquid assets of at least $400,000 per unit. Depending on the real estate site selected, franchisees can expect the total investment to be approximately $3,476,900 – $4,968,500 with a $90,000 initial franchise fee. Kids ‘R’ Kids Learning Academy offers a reduced franchise fee for honorably discharged veterans.
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With long-term success in mind for its franchisee network, Kids ‘R’ Kids Learning Academies provides comprehensive real estate and marketing support. Real estate and design support includes:
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The success of our franchisees is our top priority and we have developed a step-by-step process that walks you through the Kids ‘R’ Kids Learning Academies’ franchising opportunity. From initial interest to Discovery Day, this process will ensure you have the information you need to evaluate the opportunity and we have what we need to confirm you are a good fit for our system.
There’s never been a better time to join the Kids ‘R’ Kids Learning Academies family. It’s a business opportunity like none other where you’ll gain great personal satisfaction by providing a much-needed service in the community and help shape young minds for the future.
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“On approval of the lists of codes for types of food products and goods for children subject to value added tax at a tax rate of 10 percent”
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List of codes for types of food products in accordance with the All-Russian Classifier of Products by Type of Economic Activity, subject to value added tax at a tax rate of 10 percent upon sale
Livestock and poultry in live weight
Meat and meat products (except for deli meats: tenderloins, veal, tongues, sausages – raw smoked premium, raw smoked semi-dry premium, dry-cured, stuffed premium; smoked pork, lamb, beef, veal, poultry meat – balyk, carbonade, neck, ham, pastrami, sirloin; baked pork and beef; canned food – ham, bacon, carbonade and aspic)
Milk and dairy products (including ice cream produced on their basis , with the exception of ice cream produced on a fruit and berry basis, fruit and food ice)
Egg and egg products
Vegetable oil (excluding palm oil)
Margarine, special purpose fats, including culinary, confectionery, baking fats, milk fat substitutes, equivalents, cocoa butter improvers and substitutes, spreads, melted mixtures
Sugar
Salt
Grain, compound feed, feed mixtures, grain waste
Oilseeds and products of their processing (meals, cakes)
Bread and bakery products (including rich, rusk and lamb products)
Groats
Flour
Pasta
Live fish (excluding valuable species: white salmon, Baltic and Far Eastern salmon, sturgeon (beluga, bester, sturgeon, stellate sturgeon, sterlet), salmon, nelma, chum salmon, chinook salmon, chinook salmon muksun, omul, Siberian and Amur whitefish, whitefish)
Sea and fish products, including chilled, frozen and other types of processed fish, herring, canned food and preserves (except for delicacies: sturgeon and salmon caviar; whitefish, Baltic salmon , sturgeon fish – beluga, bester, sturgeon, stellate sturgeon, sterlet; salmon; backs and teshi of nelma cold-salted; chum salmon and chinook salmon, medium-salted and salted salmon; backs of chum salmon, chinook salmon and coho salmon cold-salted, teshi chum salmon and lateral chinook x / k; backs of whitefish, omul, Siberian and Amur whitefish, whitefish, cold cut; preserves fillets – slices of Baltic salmon and Far Eastern salmon; crab meat and sets of individual limbs of boiled-frozen crabs; spiny lobsters)
Children’s and diabetic food products
Vegetables (including potatoes)
Fruits and berries (including grapes)
rate of 10 percent when imported into the Russian Federation
Livestock and poultry in live weight
Meat and meat products (with the exception of deli meats: tenderloin, veal, tongues, sausages – raw smoked premium, raw smoked semi-dry premium, dry-cured, stuffed premium; smoked meats from pork, lamb, beef, veal, poultry meat – balyk, carbonade, neck, ham, pastrami, sirloin; baked pork and beef; canned food – ham, bacon, carbonade and aspic)
Milk and dairy products (including ice cream produced on their basis, except for ice cream produced on the basis of fruit and berries, fruit and edible ice)
Eggs and egg products
Vegetable oil (excluding palm oil)
Margarine
Sugar, including raw sugar
Salt
Grain, compound feed, feed mixtures, grain waste
Oilseeds and products of their processing (meals, cakes)
Bread and bakery products (including rich, rusk and lamb products)
Groats
Flour
Pasta
Live fish (excluding valuable species: white salmon, Baltic and Far Eastern salmon, sturgeon (beluga, bester, sturgeon, stellate sturgeon, sterlet), salmon, nelma, chum salmon, chinook, chinook salmon muksun, omul, Siberian and Amur whitefish, whitefish)
Sea and fish products, including chilled, frozen and other types of processed fish, herring, canned food and preserves (except for delicacies: sturgeon and salmon caviar; whitefish, Baltic salmon , sturgeon fish – beluga, bester, sturgeon, stellate sturgeon, sterlet; salmon; backs and teshi of nelma cold-salted; chum salmon and chinook salmon, medium-salted and salted salmon; backs of chum salmon, chinook salmon and coho salmon cold-salted, teshi chum salmon and lateral chinook x /k; backs of whitefish, omul, Siberian and Amur whitefish, whitefish, cold cut; preserves of fillets – slices of Baltic salmon and Far Eastern salmon; crab meat and sets of individual limbs of boiled-frozen crabs; spiny lobsters)
Children’s and diabetic food products
Vegetables (including potatoes)
Fruits and berries (including grapes)
at a rate of 10 percent upon sale
Knitwear for newborns and children of toddler, preschool, primary and senior school age groups: outerwear, underwear knitwear, hosiery, other knitwear: gloves, mittens, hats
Outerwear for children (including measurements in cm: for girls: height – 164, chest – 88; for boys: height – 176, chest – 84; neck – 36)
Underwear for children (including measurements in cm: for girls: height – 164, chest – 88, for boys: height – 176, chest – 84) , chest circumference – 88; for boys: height – 176, chest circumference – 84)
Clothing accessories for children (headwear, including measurements in cm: 54; collars for children, including measurements in cm along the stitching line: 48; mittens for children, including measurements in cm: 17; glove articles (gloves-mittens), including sizes in cm: 18)
Children’s hosiery (including measurements in cm: foot length – 22)
Sewing products, including products made from natural sheepskin and rabbit (including products made from natural sheepskin and rabbit with leather inserts ) for newborns and children of toddler, preschool, junior and senior school age groups, outerwear (including dress and costume groups), underwear, hats, clothes and products for newborns and children of the toddler group (the provisions of this section for the purposes of application tax rate of 10 percent does not apply to garments made of natural leather and natural fur, with the exception of natural sheepskin and rabbit)
Bed linen, blankets, diapers (bed linen, including length and width measurements in cm: duvet covers 125 x 120, sheets 117 x 100, pillowcases 40 x 40; baby blankets, including measurements in cm: 118 x 118)
Outerwear for children (including dimensions in cm: for girls: height – 164, chest circumference – 88; for boys: height – 176, chest circumference – 84; neck circumference – 36)
Underwear for children ( including measurements in cm: for girls: height – 164, bust – 88; for boys: height – 176, bust – 84)
Clothing and accessories for young children (including measurements in cm: for girls: height – 164, chest – 88; for boys: height – 176, chest – 84)
Clothing accessories for children (headwear, including dimensions in cm: 54; collars for children, including dimensions in cm along the stitching line: 48; mittens for children, including dimensions in cm: 17; glove articles (gloves-mittens), including dimensions in cm: 18)
Footwear ( except for sports shoes) (waterproof footwear, including dimensions in cm: 22; other footwear, including dimensions in cm: 24)
BELIENTS BEARS OF THE DIRECTION OF 1200 X 600 mm)
CHILDRES OF PROWERS (with dimensions of 1190 x 600 mm)
strollers
NECHICS
9000 School diaries
Notebooks for drawing, drawing and sketching books
Folders for notebooks, covers for textbooks, diaries, notebooks
Cash registers for numbers and letters
Diapers
List of codes for types of goods for children in accordance with the unified Commodity Nomenclature for Foreign Economic Activity of the Eurasian Economic Union, subject to value added tax at a tax rate of 10 percent when imported into the territory of the Russian Federation
junior and senior school age groups: outerwear, underwear knitwear, hosiery, other knitwear: gloves, mittens, hats
upper knitwear
Lessitum knitwear
Knitwood products for newborns and children of nursery group
Chubs-and-sole products
other knitwear
hats
sewing products, including products from natural sheepskin and natural sheepskin rabbit (including products made from natural sheepskin and rabbit with leather inserts) for newborns and children of nursery, preschool, junior and senior school age groups, outerwear (including dress and costume groups), underwear, hats, clothes and products for newborns and toddlers (The provisions of this section do not apply to garments made of natural leather and natural fur, with the exception of natural sheepskin and rabbit.
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Missing Children
I thought for a long time about how best to tell this story – as fiction or as a statement of real events. If you take fictitious names, many people would feel better. Yes, me too. But then I will have to bring out my lost son under a false name, and this is the same as crossing out the very fact of his existence. So, damn it, I’ll just tell you how it all happened, although it will be very difficult.
Kristin and the kids and I moved to Greensboro on March 1, 1983. I was quite satisfied with my work, but I could not fully decide whether I needed it at all. But during the recession, all the publishers panicked, and no one offered me a decent advance that would enable me to sit down for a new novel. I could probably squeeze out about 75,000 stupid words a month under a dozen different pseudonyms, but Kristin and I thought it would be better for the future to look for a job – at least for a while, until decline.
Besides, my doctoral degree turned out to be useless. I did a good job at Notre Dame, but when I had to take a few weeks in the middle of the term to finish Hart’s Hopes, the English department showed no more understanding than the presses, which exclusively preferred dead authors. “You can’t feed your family? Oh, what a pity. Are you a writer? But you haven’t written a single literary study about you yet? Then be healthy, buddy!”
So the idea of a new job made me happy, but moving to Greensboro also meant my defeat. Then I could not know that my career as a fiction writer was not over. I thought that from now until the end of my life I would write and edit books on computers. Perhaps fiction is just a stage that had to be passed in order to find a true calling.
Greensboro turned out to be a nice town, especially for a family coming from the western desert. There are so many trees that even in winter it was not immediately clear that this was a city. Kristin and I fell in love with him at first sight.
Of course it had its problems – the old-timers were inspired to talk about crime rates, racial intolerance and God knows what else – but we had just arrived from a depression-ridden industrial city in the north, where race riots even happened in high school , so Greensboro seemed to us an earthly paradise. There were rumors about missing children in the town, they even talked about some kind of serial kidnapper, but then such a streak began that similar stories were told in every city, and photographs of missing children were printed on milk cartons.
We had a hard time finding decent housing for the amount we could afford. I had to take out a loan from the company against future earnings so that I could move. And here we were in the most nondescript house on Chinka Drive. Yes, you know him, he is one of a kind – sheathed with cheap wooden planks, a one-story goner surrounded by one and a half and two-story beautiful brick houses. Old enough to be called dilapidated, but too young to be quaintly antique.
But there was a large fenced yard nearby, and there were enough rooms in the house for both children and my office – then we had not put an end to my writing career yet, not yet.
The younger children, Geoffrey and Emily, rejoiced uncontrollably at the move, but the eldest, Scotty, took the changes in life hard. He was already in kindergarten, and then first grade at a wonderful private school just a block from our home in South Bend. Now he had to change the scene in the middle of the year, he lost all his old friends. He had to travel to a new school by bus with unfamiliar children.
From the very beginning, he did not like the move, and he could not get used to the changes.
I, of course, did not see all this – I was at work. And very quickly I realized that the only way to succeed in “Computer Books” is to give up some little things: for example, communication with your own children. I thought I would edit books written by people who couldn’t write. What was my surprise when it turned out that I had to edit books on computers written by people who had no idea about programming! Not all authors, of course, were like that, but there were plenty of them, and I devoted much more time to rewriting programs so that they would have at least some sense – and so that they even worked – than correcting stylistic errors. I came to work at half past nine or at nine and worked without a break until half past ten or half past ten in the evening. He ate Three Musketeers bars and potato chips from the vending machine in the lobby. Only the fingers drumming on the keyboard received physical activity. I managed to meet the deadlines, but put on a pound a week, my muscles completely atrophied, and I saw the children only in the mornings, leaving for work.
Everyone except Scott. He left on the school bus at 6:45, and I rarely got out of bed before 7:30, so I didn’t see him at all on weekdays.
All family affairs fell on Christine’s shoulders. During the years of my freelance work – from 1978 to 1983 – we developed a certain lifestyle based on the fact that dad is at home. She could jump out on some business, leaving the children with me, because I was always there. If one of the kids did not obey and was capricious, I also dealt with this. But now, if she was busy up to her ears and needed to buy something in the store, or if the toilet was clogged, or if the photocopier was chewing on paper, she had to deal with everything herself. In whatever way. She learned how fun it is to go shopping with a bunch of kids. Plus she was pregnant again and was throwing up most of the time, which is why at times I wondered if she was a saint or a lunatic.
At that time, the luxury of raising children was simply not available to us. She knew Scotty wasn’t adjusting well to the new school, but what could she do? What could I do?
Scotty, unlike Geoffrey, was never talkative and spent a lot of time alone. Now these inclinations of his have crossed all reasonable limits. He either answered in monosyllables, or was completely silent. He was gloomily silent. It was as if he was angry at something, and if he was angry, he himself did not understand what exactly, and did not want to admit it. He came home, scratched something in notebooks (did they give me homework in the first grade?), And then just silently moped.
If he read more or at least watched TV, we wouldn’t be so worried. His younger brother, Geoffrey, was already a voracious reader at the age of five, as Scotty had been in his day. But now Scotty could take a book off the shelf and immediately put it back in its place without even opening it. He no longer tailed his mother when she was doing housework. Sometimes, when she saw him alone in the living room, Kristin had time to re-lay the linen on all the beds, put a pile of freshly washed things in their places – and upon returning to find him sitting in the same place, in the same position, with wide eyes staring into nowhere .
I tried to talk to him. The conversation turned out just as I expected.
– Scotty, we know you were against the move. But we didn’t have a choice.
– Of course. Everything is fine.
– Over time, you will make new friends.
– I know.
– Do you feel bad here?
– Everything is fine.
Yes, of course.
But we just didn’t have enough time to get it right, you know? Maybe if we knew this was the last year of Scotty’s life, we would have done a lot more to help him, even if I had to quit my job. But you never know about this beforehand. And when everything comes to a denouement, it becomes too late to change anything.
The school year is over and things seem to be looking up.
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Missing Children
For a long time I thought about how best to tell this story – as fiction or as a statement of real events. If you take fictitious names, many people would feel better. Yes, me too. But then I will have to bring out my lost son under a false name, and this is the same as crossing out the very fact of his existence. So, damn it, I’ll just tell you how it all happened, although it will be very difficult.
Kristin and the kids and I moved to Greensboro on March 1, 1983. I was quite satisfied with my work, but I could not fully decide whether I needed it at all. But during the recession, all the publishers panicked, and no one offered me a decent advance that would enable me to sit down for a new novel. I could probably squeeze out about 75,000 stupid words a month under a dozen different pseudonyms, but Kristin and I thought it would be better for the future to look for a job – at least for a while, until decline.
Besides, my doctoral degree turned out to be useless. I did quite well at Notre Dame, but when I had to take a few weeks in the middle of the term to finish Hart’s Hopes, there was no more understanding in the English department than in publishing houses that exclusively preferred dead authors. “You can’t feed your family? Ah, what a pity. Are you a writer? But after all, not a single literary study has been written about you yet? Then be healthy, buddy!
So the idea of a new job made me happy, but moving to Greensboro also meant my defeat. Then I could not know that my career as a fiction writer was not over. I thought that from now until the end of my life I would write and edit books on computers. Perhaps fiction is just a stage that had to be passed in order to find a true calling.
Greensboro turned out to be a nice town, especially for a family coming from the western desert. There are so many trees that even in winter it was not immediately clear that this was a city. Kristin and I fell in love with him at first sight.
Of course, it had its problems – the old-timers spoke with inspiration about crime rates, racial intolerance and god knows what else, but we had just arrived from a depression-ridden industrial city in the north, where race riots even happened in high school , so Greensboro seemed to us an earthly paradise. There were rumors about missing children in the town, they even talked about some kind of serial kidnapper, but then such a streak began that similar stories were told in every city, and photographs of missing children were printed on milk cartons.
We had a hard time finding decent housing for the amount we could afford. I had to take out a loan from the company against future earnings so that I could move. And here we were in the most nondescript house on Chinka Drive. Yes, you know him, he is one of a kind – sheathed with cheap wooden planks, a one-story goner surrounded by one and a half and two-story beautiful brick houses. Old enough to be called dilapidated, but too young to be quaintly antique.
But there was a large fenced yard nearby, and there were enough rooms in the house for both children and my office – then we had not yet put an end to my writing career, not yet.
The younger children, Geoffrey and Emily, rejoiced uncontrollably at the move, but the eldest, Scotty, took the changes in life hard. He was already in kindergarten, and then first grade at a wonderful private school just a block from our home in South Bend. Now he had to change the scene in the middle of the year, he lost all his old friends. He had to travel to a new school by bus with unfamiliar children.
From the very beginning, he did not like the move, and he could not get used to the changes.
Of course, I didn’t see all this – I was at work. And I quickly realized that the only way to succeed in Computer Books was to give up some little things: for example, communication with your own children. I thought I would edit books written by people who couldn’t write. What was my surprise when it turned out that I had to edit books on computers written by people who had no idea about programming! Not all authors, of course, were like that, but there were plenty of them, and I devoted much more time to rewriting programs so that they had at least some sense – and so that they even worked – than correcting stylistic errors. I came to work at half past nine or at nine and worked without a break until half past ten or half past ten in the evening. He ate Three Musketeers bars and potato chips from the vending machine in the lobby. Only the fingers drumming on the keyboard received physical activity. I managed to meet the deadlines, but put on a pound a week, my muscles completely atrophied, and I saw the children only in the mornings, leaving for work.
Everyone except Scott. He left on the school bus at 6:45, and I rarely got out of bed before 7:30, so I didn’t see him at all on weekdays.
All family affairs fell on Christine’s shoulders. During the years of my freelance work – from 1978 to 1983 – we developed a certain lifestyle based on the fact that dad is at home. She could jump out on some business, leaving the children with me, because I was always there. If one of the kids did not obey and was capricious, I also dealt with this. But now, if she was busy up to her ears and needed to buy something in the store, or if the toilet was clogged, or if the photocopier was chewing on paper, she had to deal with everything herself. In whatever way. She learned how fun it is to go shopping with a bunch of kids. Plus she was pregnant again and was throwing up most of the time, which is why at times I wondered if she was a saint or a lunatic.
At that time, the luxury of raising children was simply not available to us. She knew Scotty wasn’t adjusting well to the new school, but what could she do? What could I do?
Scotty, unlike Geoffrey, was never talkative and spent a lot of time alone. Now these inclinations of his have crossed all reasonable limits. He either answered in monosyllables, or was completely silent. He was gloomily silent. It was as if he was angry at something, and if he was angry, he himself did not understand what exactly, and did not want to admit it. He came home, scratched something in notebooks (did they give me homework in the first grade?), And then just silently moped.
If he read more or at least watched TV, we wouldn’t be so worried. His younger brother, Geoffrey, was already a voracious reader at the age of five, as Scotty had been in his day.
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Favorite Things List – Printable Activity Sheet for Kids
When I first created this free printable, I was looking for a simple way to connect with each of my children and it’s been so much fun looking back at how their favorites change over the years! This favorite things list is the perfect way to connect & learn about your kiddos!
Spending Quality Time With Your Kids…
As a work from home-homeschool mom, it’s safe to say I spend a lot of time with my children.
Being with my kids all the time doesn’t mean I’m always getting that quality time in though — because let’s face it, quantity doesn’t always equal quality.
It’s so incredibly important that we spend little moments with each of our children individually from time to time.
Getting to know who they are, what they are passionate about, and just simply enjoying the little moments.
I love my children to the moon and back, but giving them my time for lessons and direction all day long can definitely wear me down. The pure exhaustion and overwhelming nature of motherhood can sometimes steal those quiet personal moments with your kids and it’s a frustrating place to be!
I created this favorite things list to get some of that quality time back!
Not only is this a fun way to connect and get to know your child on a more personal level, it can also be a simple stress reliever for Mom.
Think about it, you get to sit and focus on this amazing little human you’ve been chosen to care for!
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Connect Using Our Favorite Things List…
Let’s talk about favorite things for just a moment.
We all have them.
From drinks to movies, there is always one we prefer over all the others.
My kids and I had a great time coming up with the questions for this list and I hope you enjoy using it as a special way to connect with your kiddo on a brand new level!
Keep in mind, this favorite things list can easily go both ways!
Start by asking your child the questions, then print a second copy for them to ask you!
Who knows, you both might just learn something new about each other along the way!
I did this with my 11-year-old son and it was so much fun! I got to tell him the story behind my favorite song and he told me all the details about his favorite historical figure.
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Want to get even more out of this printable? Try some of these extra creative ideas to extend the fun!
Take and print off a picture of your child on the day they complete their survey, paste it on the back with the date, and laminate!
You can even add additional things like their handprint, or something cute they said while you were working on the survey together. Make it personal and have fun with it!
This could be a super fun project!
Hole punch today’s survey and put it in a small 3 ring binder.
Let your child get creative and make a fun binder cover page, adding illustrations to the back of their survey.
Then add in additional things that represent all their favorites! From a fact sheet on their favorite animal to pictures of them playing their favorite game! Turn all their favorites into memories.
You can even turn this project into a family affair by adding dividers for each person’s favorite things list & extras!
Date and save your child’s list in a simple folder, repeating it 1 year later (close to the same date if possible).
Then, take some time to compare the answers to see what has changed or stayed the same.
Repeating this activity year after year is a simple way to see how your children mature and grow over time!
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Hey guys! I’m Mary, homeschool mom of 3 amazing kiddos.
I’m so excited that you decided to check out my little corner of the world!
If you have been following our journey for any length of time, you already know that I’m obsessed with coffee, organization, and all things simple.
I’m also a huge dog lover and introvert 💗
My homeschool style is very eclectic.
I enjoy a solid mixture of structure and free range. I set goals for myself and my children each week, but I put no pressure on perfection.
We use a wide variety of curriculum in our home.
Some of our current favorites are The Good and the Beautiful, Life of Fred, Beautiful Feet Books, and Lifepac.
While my kids do spend a good amount of time learning at desks, they also spend countless hours exploring their creativity and practicing a little independence.
I love mountains, rainy days, and sitting by the campfire.
Our family recently relocated to the PNW and we have been enjoying finding new nature spots to explore together 🙌🏼
I can’t wait to connect and share all the things I’ve learned on our new journey!
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Thanks for checking out the kid activities portion of the blog!
Typically summer is the most productive time for my blog. However, our family is currently living in temporary housing and we do not see an end in sight (thank you housing marking 😪) — meaning my workspace & supplies to produce quality content it extremely limited.
I am still working, but it’s nothing like normal.
As always, we appreciate your patience!
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The 2013 version of Tracy Chappell’s annual survey of her daughters’ favourite things.
Anna and Avery talk about a few of their favourite things. Photo: Tracy Chappell
Follow along as Today’s Parent senior editor Tracy Chappell shares her refreshingly positive take on parenting her two young daughters. She’s been blogging her relatable experiences for our publication since 2005.
Last year, a friend sent me this brilliant, yet simple, way to get a snapshot of your child’s interests in just a few random questions. The idea is that you do it each year around their birthday, and eventually make it into a book for them. I will probably never remember to do that, but I love the idea!
We only did it once last year, around the time of Avery’s birthday, so I’m happy that I’ve now at least remembered to do it twice in a row. It’s always enlightening, and a bit hilarious what your kids are presented with such randomness.
Anna: Age seven-and-a-half Avery: Age five
1. What is your favourite colour? Anna: Yellow (she’s so over pink) Avery: Purple
2. What is your favourite toy? Anna: My new bunny (from our first-ever trip to Build-a-Bear for Avery’s birthday this month. Her name is Vanessa.) Avery: Barbie and the doll house (This beautiful doll house I bought them after much deliberation sat largely un-played-with for the last two years. Then, our basement flooded, and we had to pull everything out, and now that the dollhouse is dominating our living room, it’s become a favourite thing.)
3. What is your favourite fruit? Anna: Pineapple Avery: Watermelon
4. What is your favourite TV show? Anna:The Mysteries of Alfred Hedgehog Avery:Lalaloopsy (I didn’t know this was a show? Clearly there is a lot of unsupervised TV time in my house.)
5. What is your favourite thing to eat for lunch? Anna: Mini hamburgers (This is our new find for a happy packed lunch for Anna, with little packets of ketchup, of course. ) Avery: Grilled cheese (And I thought it would be soggy, but this is Avery’s favourite packed lunch. Who knew?)
6. What is your favourite outfit? Anna: My sparkly purple dress Avery: The dress that is brown with pink flowers (Still not over dresses. In fact, Avery and her new friend have vowed to wear dresses to school every single day.)
7. What is your favourite game? Anna: Headbanz (Avery just got this for her birthday but, apparently, Anna has played this somewhere around a million times and loves it. I recall playing it this summer and laughing so hard I was crying. Although alcohol was involved — no children.) Avery: Cut the Rope (She just got it for her birthday — a fun new take on Connect 4.)
8. What is your favourite snack? Anna: Bear Paws Avery: Cookies! (Me too!)
9. What is your favourite animal? Anna: Dog (Anna has always wanted a cat, but her uncle’s awesome dog, Cassie, has converted her to a dog lover.) Avery: Little baby bunnies (Not that she’s ever really seen one…)
10. What is your favourite song? Anna: “Trouble” by Taylor Swift Avery: “Red” by Taylor Swift (No surprises here.)
11. What is your favourite book? Anna:The Magic Tree House series (And I love that she now reads them all by herself, though now I’ll never know what happens in Camelot!) Avery:Disney Princess Adventure Stories (I bought this for Avery for her birthday to try to validate her princess adoration with some stories that aren’t about the princesses getting married and living happily ever after.)
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12. Who is your favourite friend to play with? Anna: Dianne (Anna is bummed that D isn’t in her class this year.) Avery: Anna (Seriously! This totally shocked me. There’s hope for sister harmony yet.)
13. What is your favourite sport? Anna: Hockey (Though she says she’s absolutely, positively not playing after this season, which she says every year.) Avery: Running. Running is really easy. (Maybe we’ll run together soon?)
14. What is your favourite thing to do outside? Anna: Do things with balls (Like bouncing balls!) Avery: Jump in the bouncy castle (Sean’s sister gave us a small bouncy castle a few years ago that has pretty much been the central entertainment at our house at any gathering. It is one sturdy castle.)
15. What is your favourite drink? Anna: Five Alive Avery: Iced Tea (Last year she said water!)
16. What is your favourite holiday? Anna: Halloween, of course! (Because Anna is obsessed with candy.) Avery: Christmas
17. What do you like to take to bed with you at night? Anna: My bunny! Avery: My kitty! (Also from Build-a-Bear. She invented the name Rien for her)
18. What is your favourite thing to eat for breakfast? Anna: An everything bagel with cream cheese and jam (eww) Avery: Smoothies (I’m thrilled that my kids want these every morning now, especially since they don’t like a lot of dairy products.)
19. What do you want for dinner on your birthday? Anna: Something at East Side Mario’s (Which has become our birthday destination.) Avery: Pizza (Probably at East Side Mario’s.)
20. What do you want to be when you grow up? Anna: A teacher and a mom Avery: A bus driver
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It is necessary to follow the sequence of deletion: 1) Addresses of students 2) Order for enrollment in school 3) Application for enrollment in school 4) List of children. Next, we update the partition, you may need to clear the cache. We go to the list of the Personal card, where this child should disappear from the list
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Favorites of Catherine II and other emperors: portraits of beloved monarchs.
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Ladies and gentlemen who drove our sovereigns crazy have gone down in history. And some of them are in the history of Russian art. Let’s take a look at the most interesting portraits of beloved monarchs and try to guess what their charm was .
Vasily Golitsyn
Unknown artist. Portrait of Vasily Golitsyn. XVII century. State Historical Museum
Favorite of Tsarevna Sofya Alekseevna, regent of the Russian state during the infancy of Ivan V and Peter I. Golitsyn headed the government, led the troops and was known as a lover of European culture. What kind of relationship connected the prince with his patroness is unknown. Alexei Tolstoy in “Peter the Great” paints a convincing picture of ardent carnal passion, but he has no evidence.
The portrait of Golitsyn by an unknown artist is naive in style and proportions – in the 17th century in the Russian kingdom only such primitivist parsins could paint. Above the head of the prince is the coat of arms of his family, in his hands is a visible sign of his political success – the text of “Eternal Peace” with the Commonwealth. On the chest – an award for a campaign against the Crimean Khan in 1687. The artist managed to write out the sable and velvet better than to convey the appearance of Golitsyn – it is unlikely that he was so hunched. His face seems to be attractive, at least he shaved his beard, contrary to custom, leaving his mustache in the Polish manner. His contemporaries condemned him for such smartness.
Maria Cantemir
Ivan Nikitin. Presumably a portrait of Maria Cantemir. 1710s–20s GMZ “New Jerusalem”
Maria was the daughter of the deposed ruler of Moldova, who found refuge at the court of Peter the Great. Her brother Antiochus became one of the first poets of the Russian Empire, and she herself became the favorite of the emperor. In 1722, Maria turned out to be pregnant, and Peter the Great’s attention to her was so great that some courtiers expected him to divorce the rootless Marta Skavronskaya in order to marry a Moldavian “princess”, whose mother, in addition, was from the Byzantine Cantacuzenes. But the newborn died, and Peter lost interest in Mary. Two years later, having learned about his wife’s affair with Willim Mons, the emperor returned to Mary again, but died a few months later. She settled on the estate, lived in abundance, remained unmarried and died at the age of 57.
The surviving portrait depicts either Mary or her sister. It was painted by Ivan Nikitin, the first Russian portrait painter who learned to paint in the European manner. By the way, it was Peter who sent him to study in Italy. The girl in Nikitin’s painting is dressed in a discreet outfit of noble dark colors, adorned with jewels and fine lace, which cost a lot of money in those days. The mantle, trimmed with ermine, indicates her princely dignity.
Ernst Biron
Unknown artist of the 19th century (after an original by Louis Caravaque, 1730). Portrait of Ernst Biron. State Historical Museum
The gloomy favorite of Anna Ioannovna, thanks to which the word “Bironism” appeared in the Russian language, denoting both state violence in half with stupidity, and the dominance of the Germans. Anna’s relationship with Biron lasted for many years – a poor young man became her secretary when she was still the Dowager Duchess of Courland. Having become the All-Russian Empress, Anna took him with her to Petersburg and provided the favorite with the title of her late husband. After the death of the patroness, Biron quarreled with Anna Leopoldovna and was exiled. He died under Catherine the Great, who returned the dukedom to him, at the age of 82.
Painting by an unknown artist (possibly a copy of Caravaque) is the earliest known depiction of Biron. Here, unlike his other portraits, he is without signs of the ducal title (ermine mantle and crown on the pillow). This means that the painting belongs to the period when he was already Anna’s favorite, but had not yet become the Duke of Courland.
Ivan Shuvalov
Fedor Rokotov. Portrait of Ivan Shuvalov. 1760. State Hermitage Museum
Empress Elizabeth Petrovna’s last favorite was 18 years her junior. Shuvalov had a cheerful, kind disposition, he did not pursue honors and money, he did not get into politics, he refused the title of count. He loved art and science – together with Lomonosov he founded Moscow University and the Academy of Arts. After the death of the Empress, he lived abroad and collected art.
The great Russian portraitist Fyodor Rokotov also owes a lot to Shuvalov – at his invitation he came to St. Petersburg, and on the verbal order of the patron he was admitted to the Academy of Arts. Rokotov’s soft painting style suits Shuvalov’s meek character very well. This is an early work of the novice Rokotov, and written not from life, but copied with variations from Toke’s portrait of Shuvalov.
See also:
Nine faces of Emperor Nicholas I
Portraits of illegitimate children of Russian emperors
Valentin Serov and portraits of the Romanovs
Elizaveta Vorontsova
Alexei Antropov. Portrait of Elizabeth Vorontsova. 1762. State Historical Museum
The mistress of Emperor Peter III, who openly expressed her admiration for her, neglecting his wife Catherine the Great, that in St. Petersburg they were quite seriously waiting for a divorce and a new marriage. This, by the way, was one of the reasons for the coup that elevated Catherine II to the throne. Vorontsova was very ugly, unclean, fat, with a broad face and olive skin covered with pockmarks. Why Peter III expressed such a “deplorable taste” is incomprehensible. In the new reign, Vorontsova got married, did not appear at court, and died at 52.
Antropov’s portrait is an example of how art historians date paintings. On Vorontsova’s chest is depicted an imperial portrait studded with diamonds – the sign of the chamber-maid of honor. Peter III granted her this title immediately after her accession to the throne in January 1762. But the ribbon of the Order of St. Catherine, which she received on June 9 of the same year from his hands, is not in the picture. This means that Antropov painted the portrait during these six months of the reign of Peter III. The picture looks unsightly – firstly, it remained unfinished, apparently due to the coup; secondly, it has suffered greatly from time. By the way, Antropov also performed other orders for the emperor – a rare example of Peter III’s interest in a Russian, and not in a foreigner. Apparently, it was Vorontsova who drew the emperor’s attention to this artist.
Platon Zubov
Johann Baptist Lampi the Elder. Portrait of Platon Zubov. 1793. Tretyakov Gallery
Catherine the Great had so many favorites, and all of them are so handsome, that it is, honestly, difficult to choose whose portrait to write about. Take, for example, Platon Zubov, the last favorite of the Empress. She was 60, he was 22 when their relationship started. Together they spent seven years, until her death, she called him “fast” and showered with diamonds. The courtiers hated him and considered mediocrity.
The portrait of the visiting Austrian Lumpy the Elder was created around the fourth year of Zubov’s favour. A slender handsome man in a powdered wig is depicted here as an intellectual and statesman (at a desk with a map of Poland, documents and ink), who thinks about the fate of Russia day and night (dressed in a dressing gown).
Ekaterina Nelidova
Dmitry Levitsky. Portrait of Ekaterina Nelidova. 1793. Russian Museum
Favorite of Emperor Paul I, who, apparently, inherited from his father a love for ugly women: Nelidova was bad-faced and small in stature, although she had excellent posture and a beautiful figure. She served first as a maid of honor to Pavel’s first wife, Grand Duchess Natalya Alekseevna, who died early, then to the second, Empress Maria Feodorovna, with whom she became very friendly. A few years later, Pavel replaced Nelidova with Lopukhina. The former favorite remained an old maid, lived in her old alma mater – the Smolny Institute for Noble Maidens, and helped Maria Feodorovna in her charitable deeds.
Levitsky’s portrait is part of the famous Smolyanka series depicting high school girls in theatrical costumes. The 15-year-old future favorite appears here as a soubrette, a flirtatious maid from the Pergolesi opera. She is dressed in a theatrical costume and stands in a dance step from the minuet.
Maria Naryshkina
Salvatore Tonci. Portrait of Maria Naryshkina. 1st half of the 19th century. GMZ “Pavlovsk”
For almost fifteen years, Maria Naryshkina and her children were the second family of Emperor Alexander I. However, the position of the favorite did not prevent her from doing good to other beauties. Her last affair with Prince Grigory Gagarin, from whom, apparently, she gave birth to a boy, led to the final break of the emperor with his beloved.
The portrait by the Italian painter Salvator Tonchi depicts the beautiful Naryshkina according to all the laws of the Empire style that reigned at that time – no ostentatious luxury, gilding, powder.
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On August 10, 2022, Patrick Rummerfield conquered the 2,744 steps of the Manitou Incline in Colorado. We couldn’t have done it without all your support and donations!
What If This Happened To You?
Think about the last time you reached for the cell phone…took a drink of water…shook the hand of an acquaintance…felt a hug from a loved one…
For most of us, these simple actions go without thought. But for a group of very special people, these are extraordinary accomplishments. Now for just a moment, imagine the loss of hope that happens for a young person, a student who has goals and dreams. One accident happens then your life as you know it changes in an instant and you can no longer do even simple, everyday tasks. Now imagine the impact this could have on a family? The schedules or even your home environment that will have to change to support the new challenges you face? Who do you turn to for answers? What’s the next step?
The answer is Missouri KIDS! (Missourians Who Kare for Injured and Disabled Students).
Unfortunately, those who suffer disabling injuries while engaged in sports-related activities are merely a statistic to some. But to those directly involved, paralytic injuries are catastrophic. What follows an accident is devastating to everyone involved. That’s why Missouri KIDS was founded. Our mission is to provide assistance to young student athletes and their families through the purchase of special equipment and to give them the resources they need to make adjustments and lifestyle changes-assistance that is not available through most insurance or other organizations.
We’d like to help all those in need, but we’re limited without your support. Please take a moment to consider how easy it is for you to navigate through our website. The students we help don’t always have that “luxury.” Catastrophic accidents can happen to anyone and will completely alter their life. Your generous contribution will benefit those who desperately need your assistance. With your support, we can help alleviate the burden of post-accident expenses and assist with giving our recipients the best chance at adapting and rehabilitating after their injuries. Missouri KIDS and Missouri’s kids, thank you!
Our Mission Statement
Providing young student athletes in the state of Missouri who suffer permanent disabling injuries the special equipment, resources and support they need to best overcome their physical limitations and confidently work toward a successful adulthood.
We are Missourians Who Kare for Injured and Disabled Students, Missouri KIDS.
About Missouri KIDS
Missourians Who Kare For Injured and Disabled Students
Missouri KIDS is a 501 (c ) 3 non-profit organization that helps student athletes in the State of Missouri who have suffered permanent disabling injuries. Their injuries typically occur during sporting activities. Athletes hurt under other circumstances are eligible for assistance as well if they were participating in athletic programs at the time of their accident.
If you, or someone you, know is interested in applying for aid, please validate their eligibility here.
Meet Our First Recipient, Doug
Doug was the first recipient of our care. In 1975 he suffered an injury to his neck in a wrestling accident leaving him a quadriplegic. Missouri KIDS has helped by providing him with a wheelchair accessible van and a ramp for his home. We also provided him with a computer as well as a scholarship for graduate school. This accident helped reveal a love and admiration for the arts. Doug has become a contributing artist to the Mouth and Foot Painting Artists Association. He also continues to create many beautiful pieces of artwork to this day. Learn more about Doug.
Meet Kristian
Kristian was born and raised in Washington Mo, where he played offensive line on the football team at St. Francis Borgia Regional High School. He is the…Learn More about Kristian
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Imagine a once vital youngster, hospitalized for months after an injury returning home to a world where wheelchairs won’t fit through the doors and light switches are out of reach. Imagine the financial impact of life-long medical expenses, rehabilitative care, and home modifications.
That’s where Missouri KIDS comes in…
Andrew is from Herculaneum, Missouri and attended Festus R-6 High School where he was on the football team and threw shot put in track. Andrew became a MO KID after he was in a car accident. Andrew suffered a traumatic…[read more]
Angel was playing football for Liberty High School in Mountain View, MO when he tragically collapsed on the field. A concussion that left him with a traumatic brain injury. Angel needs a home addition, an adaptive van and custom equipment…[read more]
Anthony grew up in Arnold. He was injured while playing football. Missouri KIDS was able to assist Anthony with several things to make him more independent. Anthony’s bedroom & bathroom were remodeled…[read more]
Becky grew up in Eolia playing softball. She currently works for a local church as an administrative assistant. She loves to spend time with her husband, daughters, family & friends. She also enjoys reading, painting…[read more]
Blake is from Owensville, Missouri and attended Owensville High School where he was on the wrestling team in the 285 weight class. In 2008 at age 19 Blake became a MO kid after falling from a tree stand. The fall…[read more]
Brad is from St. Louis, Missouri and attended Lindbergh High School where he was on the water polo and swimming teams. Brad became a MO KID after an accident where he dove into a sandbar…[read more]
Chris is from Washington, Missouri and attended Union High School where he was on the football team. In 2008 at age 19 Chris became a MO kid after a motorcycle accident. The accident caused a traumatic…[read more]
Clayton lives in Defiance and is in the insurance business. He played high school football. Clayton was injured in a motorcycle accident. Missouri KIDS has enhanced Clayton’s independence…[read more]
Cougar Clifford was attending Louisiana High School in Louisiana, Missouri in February 2014. On a winter day, he was out having fun in the snow with his friends. At one point, he did a flip into a snow pile…[read more]
Derek was a swimmer at Truman State University for four years. He was a Captain his Senior year. He had just graduated from college the month before his accident. While enjoying time with friends at a lake, he…[read more]
Doug is from Kirkwood, Missouri and attended Kirkwood High School where he was on the wrestling team. He also played baseball and did judo before his accident. In 1975 at age 16 Doug became…[read more]
At CBC High School in St. Louis, Drew was a linebacker for the football team. He was injured falling from a balcony. “Stronger than Ever” quickly became Drew’s motto because of his…[read more]
Dru is from Perryville, Missouri and is a junior at Perryville High School. Dru became a Missouri kid after an ATV accident. An ATV rolled over on Dru’s leg causing major damage to the lower leg, and…[read more]
Greg is from St. Louis, Missouri and attended Parkway Central High School where he was on the football team. Greg became a MO kid after a diving accident. This accident caused a quadriplegic…[read more]
Greg is from Neosho, Missouri and attended Neosho High School. Before his accident Greg was involved in football, wrestling, tennis, baseball, swim team and rugby. Greg became a Missouri…[read more]
In his role, Judge Jason has received judicial assignments from Divisions 28, 29 and 18. He was previously an associate circuit judge. Judge Jason earned B.A.s in both environmental science…[read more]
Jeff grew up in St. Louis. He loved sports. He played baseball, participated in track & field, and was a swimmer. After Jeff was injured in a diving accident, Missouri KIDS was able to assist Jeff in completing both bachelors…[read more]
John & his family live in St. Peters. A basic move gone wrong during high school football practice left John with a traumatic head injury. John says of Missouri KIDS, “The assistance I received…[read more]
Josh is a 20 year old from Wildwood, MO and a graduate of Lafayette High school. Josh was a state swimmer placing 6th in the 50 freestyle. Josh loved swimming. He attended the University of Carbondale as an aviation student. Josh was out for a Sunday drive on his motorcycle when he was the victim of a tragic accident…[read more]
Kiland is from St. Louis, Missouri and attended Parkway North High School where he played tennis. Kiland became a MO KID after a diving accident. The accident injured his C6 and C7 vertebrae…[read more]
Kristian was born and raised in Washington Mo, where he played offensive line on the football team at St. Francis Borgia Regional High School. He is the oldest of 5 kids who were adopted as a sibling unit from foster care…[read more]
Margaret lives in Jefferson City. Margaret was injured in a car accident when she was only five years old. It was her love for & participation in cheerleading that helped her connect with Missouri KIDS. Until …[read more]
Mariya lives in St. Louis and is majoring in pre-med. Mariya was a competitive swimmer until she was injured in a diving accident. Missouri KIDS has been able to empower…[read more]
Kenzie is from Ferguson and attended Blessed Teresa of Calcutta. Kenzie was in a car accident when she was only six years old. Kenzie’s love for soccer helped her connect with Missouri KIDS and…[read more]
Michael was injured growing up in St. Louis. He was an agile baseball player until a diving accident into a landscaped pool changed that. When asked what Missouri KIDS meants to him, Michael responds…[read more]
Michael is from Perryville, Missouri and attended Perryville High School where he was a young student athlete on the football, weightlifting, and track & field teams. Michael became…[read more]
Mike lives in St. Louis. He was a young student athlete playing basketball until he was injured doing a backflip. He is now a graduate from Webster University with double majors in secondary…[read more]
Morgan is from Rolla, Missouri and attended Rolla High School where he was a young student athlete on the football team and the track team as a pole vaulter. In 2007 at age 17 Morgan became…[read more]
Paul lives in Lake St. Louis. He was a cross country runner in high school. He was out running one day when he was hit by a car. He received a traumatic brain injury in that accident. He loves dancing …[read more]
Scott grew up in St. Charles as a young student athlete playing football, running track, playing golf and much more. After breaking his neck in a diving accident, Missouri KIDS was able to provide…[read more]
Travis is from Marble Hill, Missouri and attended Woodland High School where he played on the basketball and baseball teams. Travis became a MO kid after he was in a car accident. The accident…[read more]
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Statuses about children are beautiful with meaning
The day begins with happiness, Happiness has risen before anyone else! Happiness smiles at mom, Turning a smile into laughter.
If God wants to compliment a woman, he gives her a daughter… Having given a woman a son, God gives her the opportunity to try to raise a Real Man herself, capable of not only giving compliments, but also doing worthy deeds…
Children are here my meaning is the main one! Beloved son, most glorious! Daughter – joy and joy! That’s my whole reward
Our happiness is our children! It is better not to have them in the world, Like butterflies fly, They fill our life with meaning! No life without children, but boredom. No warmth and no comfort No fun, no fire, There is no continuation of you…
Mom’s happiness in small hands, cheeks and lips as red as poppies. Mom’s happiness is in the first words and in the baby’s first steps…
Dear children, flowers of happiness! Our boys and girls-daughters! We cherish, grow, adore you, We don’t notice how you grow up!..
Be truthful even towards a child: keep your promise, otherwise you will teach him to lie
To please his mothers and fathers, a child often has to renounce something important, including and from your dreams. But the sacrifice of parents is even greater – for the sake of their child, they are ready to give their lives.
Children are like life started all over again: First smiles, first steps, first successes, first failures. Children are experience, children are us.
I firmly believe that a child is a gift from God. This is such a valuable gift that it must be constantly loved, pampered and educated.
Having a child is wealth, being a mother is a great happiness! So I am rich and happy
Do not teach children to be rich. Teach them to be happy. When they grow up, they will know the value of things, not their price.
When there are children in the house, it can only be perfectly clean in a bowl of sweets
Children… this is happiness! Even if this happiness sometimes… twitches… the left eye…
Let there be a better mess with children at home than order without children!
Dear parents, your children would not have to lie if you accepted their truth
We give children life, and they give us its meaning.
Love your child, not your ideal idea of him, and remember: he is human!
Children immediately and naturally become accustomed to happiness, for by their very nature they are joy and happiness.
We give everything in the world to children, We give from the heart, not on loan… If only children, our children would become people, would be people!
You will never be able to create wise men if you kill naughty children.
Children are us renewed. Appearance and behavior, slightly changed.
Love your child in any way – not talented, not lucky, adults. Communicating with him – rejoice, because the child is a holiday that is still with you.
A child learns What he sees in his house
If children see us and hear us, We are responsible for our deeds
The character of a child is a cast from the character of the parents, he develops in response to their character.
A child is a rational being, he is well aware of the needs, difficulties and obstacles of his life.
Abandoned children often live with their parents.
Each child should be subjected to his own standard, each should be encouraged to his own duty, and rewarded with his own deserved praise. Not success, but effort deserves a reward.
The beauty of a child lies in the fact that with each child everything is renewed and the world is brought anew to the judgment of man.
The baby is the only thing in the house that has to be washed by hand.
No two children are the same – especially if one of them is yours.
Only children will help you know how much patience you have
Children should be taught what will be useful to them when they grow up.
In life, we encounter one annoying bullshit… One fine day, your child becomes an adult.
Where’s My Kids:
Family Locator on the App Store
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Find My Kids is a family locator that will allow you to locate your child’s mobile phone throughout the day. Find My Kids consists of two apps Find My Kids and Pingo. A bond is created between them, which helps to take care of the child and be in touch. Also, you can connect smart watches and gadgets that are available in our store.
Our Features:
• Always Supervised View your child’s current location and places visited throughout the day.
• Real-time notifications Create geo-fences and receive alerts when your children arrive or leave specific locations (school, home, etc.).
• Safety first! In case of an emergency or danger, children can always notify you by pressing the SOS button.
• Sound Alerts Send a loud signal to your child’s device, even if it is set to silent.
• Battery monitoring Receive low battery alerts on your child’s device.
• Stay connected Chat with your family using audio messages and funny stickers.
• Application Statistics Find out how much time your child spends on apps and games at school.
You can use all the functions of the service for free, within 7 days after the first launch of the application. At the end of this period, in the free version, you will have access to the online location function. To access all the features of the app, you need to buy a subscription.
Requested access:
– to the camera and photo: to set an avatar when registering a child
– to contacts: in case of setting up a GPS clock (select numbers from contacts) : to determine the location of the child
– to the microphone: to send voice messages to the chat
– push notifications: to send chat notifications
Please read our documents:
– User agreement: https://gdemoideti. ru /docs/terms-of-use/ – Privacy policy: https://gdemoideti.ru/docs/privacy-policy
For all suggestions and questions regarding the operation of our application, write to [email protected] or visit https://gdemoideti.ru/faq
Version 1.12
We care about the safety of children and your peace of mind, so we have improved the SOS signal function. Be sure to issue the requested permissions so that you can hear the signal from the child in time.
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nightmare! shame on you parents who don’t let the child out of their circle of attention and download such applications!! what kind of hyperbole??? I hope your children grow up without psychological trauma)))))) children have their own friends and conversations, parents certainly don’t need to meddle in this. if you could build a good relationship with a child, then you certainly would not be engaged in such wildness. children and teenagers are not stupid, if they want, they will get drunk in the entrance and you will not know about it))
terrible app that needs to be removed
is what a horror. your children are not hamsters so that you listen to what is happening around. I know that if a parent hears a mate in the words of a child, there will be a scandal. dear parents, in order to control where your child is, there are many other applications. as an example, I can imagine the zenli application. why suffer garbage and make the child worse.
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When subscribing, it does not say that the “sound around” function from the iPhone does not work from the word ANYWHERE!!! You can also find out about this only in the “problem solving” chat, no one will return the money to you either, at least because no one cares about your problems . … Apparently, the developers are not aware that on iPhone phones, the same services that are provided in this application (with the exception of the sound around) can be used for FREE – because these are standard iPhone functions, this is another reason for the overpriced price for them than for some kind of android ! When demanding a refund an hour after they were debited, the “dear lady” in the chat said that no, we can’t return it, you already signed up) and the fact that you didn’t use the service doesn’t bother anyone … and yes, given that I don’t like to write reviews , I will write a lot about this application !!!
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Few things are more frustrating for a parent or caregiver to hear from a child than the dreaded “I’m bored!” Maybe it’s because we know there’s a pile of perfectly good toys in their room just waiting to be played with. Or maybe it’s because they’re clearly looking to us to solve the problem for them.
No parent or caregiver wants kids to sit around bored for hours, so what’s the right way to handle the situation? We spoke to experts to get their thoughts on the best ways to help kids get active and deal with boredom.
First, know that being bored can be good for kids
Experts agree that children today are overscheduled and over-stimulated and recommend parents and caregivers view bored kids as an opportunity, rather than a burden. Heidi McBain, a family and play therapist, says boredom is essential for kids because it leads to increased creativity and helps them to grow in important ways.
“When a child is bored, they are learning that they need to create their own fun and entertainment,” McBain says. “They need to explore their world. They need to learn new things on their own.”
When a child is forced to come up with their own ways to entertain themselves, it gives them the opportunity to look inside and think about their own interests and passions.
Ari Yares, a licensed psychologist and parenting coach, suggests that children who say they’re bored may also simply be looking for parental or adult engagement.
“It’s important to remember that a child saying that they are bored doesn’t really mean that they have run out of fun things to do,” Yares says. “It means that what they see in front of them isn’t stimulating or interesting. It may also be a sign that they just need some adult attention.”
Cuddling for a few moments on the couch with a child may be enough to reset their busy minds and recharge their batteries.
Then, create a ‘Boredom Jar’
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A “Boredom Jar” full of fun activity ideas, like this one from Kitchen Counter Chronicles, is one way to get ahead of the boredom game without completely solving the problem for kids. Work with the child to come up with a list of things they like to do. Write each item down on a slip of paper and put all of the papers in the jar. The next time you’ve got bored kids on your hands, tell them to choose a slip from the “Boredom Jar” and let them work on whatever idea they’ve picked.
Here are 31 ideas to get you started.
Boredom-busting ideas for active kids
1. Play a sport outside
This is such a simple idea, but sometimes kids just need someone to put it in their heads. You can make several list items out of this one — basketball, wiffle ball, soccer or football are just a few options.
2. Wash the car
Kids love doing tasks that make them feel grown up and accomplished, and this idea fits the bill perfectly. The bonus, of course, is that you get a nice clean car out of it, too.
3. Go for a bike ride
Depending on the child’s age, a bike ride can be up and down the driveway (with you keeping an eye on them) or around the neighborhood. Older kids with more freedom may even run into neighborhood friends along the way and end up having fun outside for hours.
4. Do ‘mindful movement’ videos
Apps like GoNoodle are full of mindful videos that are designed to release pent up energy in kids while helping them learn at the same time. Kids may be familiar with GoNoodle from school, and it’s easy for parents to create a family account ahead of time so that kids can use them whenever they need to dance their boredom blues away.
5. Play hide-and-seek
An oldie, but a goodie. This works for families with siblings and can be done inside or outdoors. If they are playing this outside, set parameters for how far they can go to find a hiding spot.
6. Make a fort
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Kids love making blanket forts, such as this cute one from Raising Paynes, and it’s a great idea for summer or winter days when you’re all stuck inside. Let them use pillows, blankets and anything else that is hanging around to create their own private fort. Bringing in a flashlight and some stories will keep them busy for quite a while.
7. Have a dance party
Create a playlist with kids ahead of time and then put it on when they choose this option. By the time they’re done dancing and singing along to their favorite songs, they’ll be bored kids no more!
8. Make an obstacle course
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If you have a bored toddler or preschooler on your hands, they will need your help for this, but elementary-aged kids can handle making an obstacle course on their own. Older kids will feel accomplished creating it themselves and will be excited to show you what they’ve done. Looking for inspo? Hands on as We Grow has a simple-yet-challenging obstacle course for the backyard.
9. Clean and re-organize their room
Depending on the kid’s taste, you may hear some groans if they pick this one. If they seem less than excited to tackle it, offer up cleaning the kitchen as an alternative. Odds are they’ll make a beeline for their bedroom and end the day with a clean room that they feel good about. Another way into this one — propose some cool new storage ideas.
10. Do a yoga or fitness class
There are tons of yoga and fitness classes online that are geared toward kids of all ages. Make a playlist ahead of time so that it’s ready to go when they choose this option. Take a look at Cosmic Kids and Kidz Bop for child-friendly video options.
11. Go on a Lego hunt
You’ll need four pieces of paper and an assortment of Lego blocks that match in color for this Lego hunt activity. Start by laying out the four pieces of paper and hiding the Lego blocks somewhere in the home — or have older siblings hide them. Kids must then go find the Lego pieces and place them on the matching colored paper until all of the pieces have been found.
12. Go on a scavenger hunt
Have an older sibling create a scavenger hunt list that younger siblings have to find in or outdoors. If you’re playing with an only child or young children, you’ll have to make up the list yourself, but it will keep them busy scouring for a good amount of time.
Boredom-busting ideas for kids who love to be creative
13. Write your own story
Put together a box or jar of storytelling prompts ahead of time and tell the child to choose one to use to create their story. Ask them to make a cover picture for the story, as well.
14. Draw murals outside with colored chalk
Bring out a big box of colored chalk and let them go crazy on the driveway or sidewalk. If you have an elementary school-age kid who likes a challenge, tell them to draw you something that tells a story and then have them narrate it for you when they’re done.
15. Put on a play
In this activity, children can create simple plays (depending on their age) and use clothes from around the house to put on their show when they’re ready.
16. Do an art challenge
There are lots of art challenges on YouTube, such as the Three Marker Challenge, that kids will get a kick out of trying. There are also many channels dedicated to helping kids create their own art, such as Art for Kids Hub. Parents can set kids up with one of these to really get their creative juices flowing. If you’d rather not use electronics for this one, try printing out a 30-day art challenge template for ideas.
17. Get into a cool podcast
There are so many awesome kids’ podcasts — for toddlers on up to teens — including everything from storytelling and advice to cooking and science education and more. The perfect activity for downtime.
18. Make Play-Doh sculptures and put on an art show
A great activity for preschoolers, you can even put some glitter in a few of the play dough colors to make it a little more exciting for them.
19. Collect rocks and paint them
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In this activity, kids can search for the most interesting rocks they can find in the backyard or driveway. Once they’ve gathered them, give them some paint and have them paint the collection in whatever way they want and then display their work in their room. How cute is this painted rock turtle from Kid Friendly Things to Do?!
20. Create chalk dolls and dress them up
Kids can trace each other’s bodies with chalk or you can do the tracing for them. Once they have the basic body shape, they can draw the faces, hair and other details and then use clothes from their drawers to dress up their chalk dolls.
21. Write a letter to a grandparent or older relative
In this activity, children will choose a grandparent or older relative to write a letter to. The letter can be about absolutely anything, and you can show them how to address and mail it when they’re done. Not only will kids be doing an interesting language skill-boosting activity, but you’ll have one very happy person when they receive their letter. These 20 questions to ask older loved ones can get them started.
22. Create a toothpick tower
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The toothpick STEM challenge is an ideal way for kids to improve their problem-solving skills while doing something fun. All you need are some toothpicks and play dough or small marshmallows. This toothpick creation from The Rural Headteacher is pretty darn cool.
23. Do a puzzle
If you have older kids, make sure you have some puzzles around with lots and lots of pieces for this activity. Smaller kids will be happy doing several less complicated puzzles.
24. Create a ‘When I grow up’ poster
In this activity, ask kids to think about what they want to be when they grow up. Once they’ve decided on something, ask them to make a poster all about that career. Encourage them to use a computer, tablet or phone to look up facts about the career they’ve chosen.
25. Put together a time capsule
A time capsule project, like this one from Somewhat Simple, is so fun! Have kids collect items that they feel represent the time they’re living in. Older kids can also fill out simple questionnaires about themselves to put in the jar. Once it’s all set, ask them to put it in a hiding spot for you all to find and open up on an agreed-upon future date.
26. Make slime
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Yes, you may be tired of slime and all the slime-related messes, but there’s no doubt that this is a kid-approved project that takes up a good chunk of time. Plus, kids are learning about chemical composition, and it’s a fun sensory activity for them once it’s done. From this fluffy slime from The Best Ideas for Kids to stretchy slime, there are lots of recipes available for you to choose from.
27. Plan and make your own lunch
Kids ages 7 and older can definitely do this activity. Ask them to come up with their own lunch menu (including dessert) and have them make it. Younger kids should stick with sandwiches or anything that doesn’t need to be cooked.
28. Bake cookies or brownies
Kids love baking and this is another activity that helps them feel useful and accomplished. They’ll need you or an older sibling to help, but the payoff is that you get to eat the goodies once they’re cooked!
29. Create some snack art
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Give little ones a few items to use to create their own snack art, like this “flower” from Nadja Kvisgard. Have them make one for you, too!
30. Create a gratitude or vision board
Have some large poster paper on hand in case the child chooses this option. Ask them to put together a gratitude board that is made up of things they’re grateful for, or a vision board that represents what they hope for themselves for the year. Once they’re done, hang it up in their room so they can see it every day.
31. Write a letter to a soldier
Go to Any Soldier to find a list of active-duty members of the military who would love to receive a letter in the mail. Have kids write their own thank-you note to a soldier and help them mail it off when they’re done.
200 Fun Things for Kids to Do When They’re Bored
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Simple and easy things for kids to do when they’re bored. Options for girls and boys, mostly at home but some traveling away from home. Good ideas when you’re alone or with friends. Perfect for a summer night by yourself or a winter afternoon with buddies or anytime of the year! Some can be done on a rainy day and some with no money. Way more than 100 creative, fun, and cool ideas.
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My dear children are with me just about 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Because we are homeschoolers, they don’t go off to school, and because I work full-time from home, I don’t leave for an office. We live and work and learn in the same space and, while I do shut myself in my home office from time to time (especially for important conference calls), I generally know what they’re doing throughout the day.
So, when they get bored I often know about it.
I personally think being bored is really good for kids. It requires them to use their imaginations and invent games and stories. It forces them to get out toys long hidden in the depths of the closet. It allows them to be creative and learn how to get along with each other.
My children, on the other hand, think being bored is a fate worse than death. They lie on the couch, boneless and shapeless, and they whine.
I don’t do whining.
I have weird children who don’t like to go outside unaccompanied (thank goodness for the little neighbor girl who meets them in one or the other backyard to play a few times a week), so “go outside and play” doesn’t work very well.
As a matter of fact, when I first started working from home, I forced them outside for an hour a day. They would go out onto our back deck, sit on the picnic table, and yell in my office window, “How much longer do we have to sit out here?” every three or four minutes.
I’m not even joking.
That went on for a few weeks, until I got tired of answering their repeated question, and I finally gave in and allowed them to stay inside all day which they do happily.
Gone were my delusions for a life lived in nature, a childhood like I had, full of worms and leaves and creeks.
Today’s kids spend a lot of time in front of screens, and mine are no exception. I allow far too much screen time for my own level of comfort, but I need quiet for working, and I cannot have squabbling children in the next room when I’m on a conference call. Quiet is non-negotiable.
Given that, when I am not working, I enforce a strict no screens rule. They get to be bored and play all they want, hence the need for this list.
Bookmark this list and return to it every time your kids say those dreaded words. Give them a choice (or maybe don’t give them a choice and choose something yourself). Most of the items are linked to a full description or tutorial, but some that are self-explanatory are not.
You can survive the summer and the year ahead, and please don’t forget that you don’t have to entertain them all the time. They can be bored, and they will survive.
Note: this list is most appropriate for kids in the 4-10 age range. If you’re looking for fun things for tweens and teens to do, check out this post instead.
If you’re looking for a way to get your kids to take charge of their own entertainment, click over to this post where I have created a unique, card-based list of 150 of the best screen-free activities for elementary kids up through teens.
The Ultimate List of Fun Things for Kids to Do When They’re Bored – 200+ Ideas
Read a book. (101 best chapter books and 101 best picture books)
Listen to an audiobook.
Set up a seed experiment with gravity or light and water.
Do an experiment with paper shapes.
Play with perspective.
Do paper chromatography.
Do t-shirt chromatography.
Build paper towers.
Do an experiment with soda.
Do an egg drop experiment.
Microwave soap.
Go to the beach.
Go to the pool.
Play Snakes & Ladders (free printable Snakes & Ladders game board here).
Play a board game. (The best games for the elementary crowd and the best games for preschoolers and the best family game night games for non-readers and the best family games for tweens, teens, and adults)
Make homemade root beer sherbet or homemade ice cream.
Make colored salt dough.
Make a terrarium.
Make egg geodes.
Interview each other.
Make a geoboard.
Do a random act of kindness.
Go to the zoo.
Go to the aquarium.
Go on a rainbow scavenger hunt.
Make fruit kabobs.
Have a glow stick treasure hunt.
Make a tape resist painting.
Make a beaded butterfly.
Make binoculars.
Play glow in the dark ring toss.
Make a fairy garden.
Have a living room carnival.
Make a mosaic using dyed rice.
Make a yarn doll.
Make astronaut pudding.
Make marzipan piggies.
Make a lamb of God mobile.
Make a play mailbox.
Make mud pies.
Make a picture with baking soda and vinegar.
Melt beads for suncatchers.
Paint with cookie cutters.
Play in a creek.
Explore colors with homemade play dough.
Go to a children’s museum.
Make a simple scavenger hunt.
Read The Rainbow Fish and do some related activities.
Go to an amusement park.
Go to a water park.
Build an island.
Grow a garden.
Do a giant word search.
Grow a Venus Flytrap.
Write in a journal.
Read Little Cloud and learn about clouds.
Test out paper airplanes.
Play sight word Go Fish.
Make slime.
Make string art.
Make washi tape butterflies.
Cook with mom or dad (10 tips for cooking with small children and 11 tips for cooking with older children)
Play water balloon dodgeball.
Have a sponge relay race.
Act out your favorite book.
Play catch.
Plant a tree.
Bake cookies.
Blow bubbles.
Sing patriotic songs like My Country Tis of Thee, God Bless America, the Star Spangled Banner, and America the Beautiful.
Play frisbee.
Play bocce ball.
Play lawn darts. (They’re not like they used to be.)
Play croquet.
Play horseshoes (you don’t need pits for this set from Amazon, and you can even play in the house).
Go to the library.
Make paper mâché.
Homemade bowling – spray paint 2-liter bottles and set them up in the yard. Use a kickball or soccer ball to knock them down.
Make macaroni necklaces.
Learn how to tie dye.
Go on a picnic.
Go bird watching.
Build a blanket fort.
Explore a small area in your yard with a magnifying glass.
Go geocaching.
Go on a hike.
Play balloon volleyball.
Camp out in the backyard.
Make toy parachutes.
Make some homemade juggling balls and learn how to juggle.
Play Simon Says.
Play Duck Duck Goose.
Open a movie theater in your living room, complete with tickets, buttered popcorn, and candy snacks.
Make bath bombs using citric acid and baking soda.
Make sock puppets.
Write a letter to Grandma.
Learn about constellations so you can find them at night.
Publish a pretend newspaper.
Learn origami.
Try to replicate famous art.
Learn the alphabet in sign language.
Pick flowers from your garden and make a flower arrangement for your dining room table.
Practice somersaults.
Jump on the trampoline.
Learn to hula hoop.
Host a tea party. Bonus if you read poetry and serve brownies.
Dress up in costumes.
Put together a jigsaw puzzle.
Make indoor s’mores – stack a graham cracker, square of chocolate, and marshmallow. Top with another graham cracker and microwave for 10 seconds.
Draw with sidewalk chalk.
Explore the world with Google Maps or Google Earth.
Make friendship bracelets.
Do some Mad Libs.
Learn a new card game.
Learn how to do Sudoku.
Jump rope.
Finger paint.
Write a haiku.
Make a card and mail it to someone special.
Learn to play chess or checkers or both.
Play charades.
Learn a poem and recite it to your mom.
Make a photo album.
Organize your bedroom.
Climb a tree.
Play hopscotch.
Visit a farmer’s market and try something you’ve never eaten before.
Play musical chairs.
Go roller skating.
Play Twister. (Take this outside if you’re like us and lack living room floor space.)
Make an indoor obstacle course.
Take silly selfies.
Write to a pen pal or sponsored child.
Sew a pillow.
Make a sundae bar with lots of toppings.
Search the couch for loose change.
Bathe the dog.
Run in the sprinkler.
Search for four-leaf clovers.
Draw pictures.
Learn a few magic tricks.
Listen to music.
Write a story.
Write a letter to the president.
Fix something that’s broken.
Read a magazine.
Go through your stuff and fill a bag with items to donate.
Write in a journal.
Try a new craft.
Go to a playground or park.
Search for cool rocks.
Look at old pictures.
Make pipe cleaner jewelry.
Play with Wikki Stix.
Take a bubble bath.
Water the plants.
Have a dance party. (My kids love these CDs.)
Ride your bike.
Ride your scooter.
Wash the car.
Create a comic book.
Write a song.
Put on a puppet show.
Trace your body and make a new outfit on the outline.
Do handprint art.
Do footprint art.
Have a staring contest.
Blow cotton swabs through a straw at a bowl. (My kids love this!)
Play badminton.
Make a tie blanket out of fleece.
Make a tie pillow out of fleece.
Make up new rules to an old game.
Build a bird house.
Have a water gun battle.
Paint with shaving cream.
Catch fireflies.
Melt crayons in the sun.
Paint rocks with paint.
Heat rocks in the oven and “paint” them with crayons. (Be super careful!)
Build a bird house.
Walk the dog. (Don’t have a dog? Walk the neighbor’s dog!)
Have a scavenger hunt. (Search on Pinterest for a good template. )
Climb a tree.
Weed the garden.
Make a stop-motion video.
Build a volcano out of paper mâché or modeling clay and then explode it using baking soda, vinegar, dish soap, and some food coloring.
Hunt for animal tracks.
Make a magazine collage or vision board.
Have a living room picnic.
Learn to crochet. (This is the YouTube video that I used when I first learned.)
Wash the car.
Make marshmallow and toothpick towers.
Play with Magformers.
Play hide and seek.
Write a story.
Redecorate your bedroom.
Build with Lego.
Have a Nerf Gun battle.
Take some interesting photos.
Challenge someone to an UNO championship.
I hope you’ll be able to print out this list, laminate it, and hang it up somewhere in your home so that your kids can pick and choose things to do when they’re bored this summer (or anytime of the year!) without hounding you to entertain them. Good luck!
While you’re here, check out these other resources:
The Ultimate List of Fun Things for Tweens & Teens to Do When They’re Bored – 200+ Printable Ideas
The Ultimate List of 150 Screen-Free Summer Activities for Kids & Teens
30 Best Quotes From Our Favorite Children’s Books
27 Awesome, Inspiring Harry Potter Quotes
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100+ Awesome Things To Do When Kids Are Bored
Bored kids should be introduced to something interesting and engaging before they get whiny.
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Children are filled with curiosity, and they can easily get bored with any toy, game, or activity. When bored, they can act irritable and fussy, and you begin hunting for things to do when kids are bored. We know how it gets confusing to find age-appropriate activities for children, so we brought you some interesting, engaging, and fun activities to keep them entertained and engaged.
The best part about these activities is that they need minimal involvement or preparation, making it fun for the child. Read on.
100+ Things To Do When Kids Are Bored
No matter what you’re looking for — something entertaining, creative, or educational — this list has everything you need to keep your children engaged.
Creative things to do when kids are bored
1. Create art with bubble wrap
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Do not throw away your latest delivery bubble wrap because you can create art with it! Your child can use paint and bubble wrap to create funky prints on t-shirts or wallpaper.
2. Make a sensory bag
Engage your little one’s senses and develop their cognitive skills by exposing them to different sounds, colors, and textures. Sensory bags are extremely easy to make and provide hours of mess-free play. All you need to do is fill a Ziploc bag with hair gel, glitter, toys, beads, and any other small items your child wishes.
3. Make paper flowers
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Beautiful paper flowers are the perfect way to brighten up your home. With just a few materials such as crepe paper or tissue paper, scissors, and glue, you can create whimsical decorative pieces.
4. Enjoy doodling
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Doodling is therapeutic. Moreover, it is a fun way to pass the time. It helps improve drawing and can be a great addition to your child’s portfolio. Your child can do this freehand or download free printable versions and doodle away.
5. Make friendship bracelets
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Children of all ages can enjoy making friendship bracelets. Younger ones can make simpler ones, and older children can try complicated patterns.
6. Make and fly a kite
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Your child can use materials lying around the house to make a kite. Once they’re done, you can join your child and enjoy flying it.
7. Make a fairy garden
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Draw inspiration from one of these whimsical DIY fairy garden ideas to create one of your own. Gather a few supplies and get your fairy garden going!
8. Solve a tape maze
Get your child to use masking tape to create a maze on the floor and see if they can find their way out.
9. Create a story using stones
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Your children can gather stones from the backyard or beach and then paint or draw characters and objects on each one. It is engaging, and they can also use it as props in a story.
10. b Design a postcard
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Buy a bunch of blank postcards and hand them to your child along with crayons, paints, stickers, and more for them to decorate. Your child can then design them and send them out to friends and family.
11. Create fairy jars
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Fairy jars are extremely fun to make and look absolutely gorgeous. You’ll find easy tutorials online. A glow-in-the-dark jar works as a night light until the glow wears off!
12. Try finger painting
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A piece of paper and paint are all a child needs to get creative and messy. Let them use their fingerprints to create different designs on the paper for your home.
13. Create edible necklaces
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Edible necklaces are so easy and fun to make. Your child can grab a string and a few of their favorite snacks or candies and get stringing and beading!
14. Solve a maze
Grab a few sheets of paper and some pencils, and get your family together. Parents or older siblings can draw a maze on paper, while the younger ones can solve it.
15. Design a flipbook
Ask your child to draw a few silly pictures on cards and clip the cards together. The countless combinations will keep everyone entertained for hours.
16. Have fun body tracing
A child loves tracing their hands and feet. Instead, roll out a big sheet of paper and have them trace their entire body. Later, they can fill their silhouette as they please.
17. Create a vision board
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Let your child look at the future and use the vision board to write down their aspirations. Once they’re done, you can hang the board in their room for them to see every morning.
18. Have fun with photography
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Hand your child your phone or a camera and let them photograph stuff around the house. Who knows what amazing, cool, and funny things they’ll come up with!
19. Create a pool noodle obstacle course
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Have fun with pool noodles without jumping in the pool. You can use them to create obstacle courses around the house. They can jump over, balance on, crawl under, or climb through them.
20. Create DIY paper frogs
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Paper frogs can jump! Once your child folds the paper into a frog, let them take it out into the sidewalk or backyard and see which one hops the furthest.
21. Make your own slime
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Slime is trendy. It’s so easy and so much fun to make. Children enjoy playing with it. There are plenty of tutorials online, so you can look for one that’s suitable for your child.
22. Make glow bubbles
Make bubbles that glow under a black light. Use some bubble solution and ink from a highlighter, and get ready for some glow-in-the-dark fun!
23. Make bookmarks
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If you have children who read, making bookmarks is an excellent idea. Take a large colorful paper clip and tie some ribbons to it. You can use different materials, such as tassels, duct tape, and fabric, to make fancier ones.
24. Create a DIY race track
Use washi tape or masking tape to create a colorful, customizable race track for tiny cars and a place to park them when playtime is over.
25. Make a sundial
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Before clocks, people used sundials to tell time. Teach your children how to make one. All you need is to find the direction, ‘north,’ and put a stick in the ground in that direction. As the sun moves, its position changes and the shadow it casts helps you tell time.
26. Have fun with paper mache
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A bottle of glue, balloons, and pieces of paper cutouts are all your child needs to have endless fun for hours! Quickly browse online and pick from the many tutorials.
27. Make a paper bead necklace
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There are several crafts you can do with newspapers. Use newspaper, colorful magazine clippings, or wrapping paper and roll them into bead shapes. It is an easy craft you can do without going to the store.
28. Make box monsters
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There’s a chance you have empty boxes lying around the house. You can easily paint them and turn them into cute monsters. You can even use the box for a game. Grab a small ping-pong ball and play “feed the monster” by throwing it into the monster’s mouth.
29. Create a DIY jellyfish
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Transform strands of yarn and paper plates into a creature from the deep blue sea. You can paint them with glow-in-the-dark paint and see them come to life when the lights are off.
30. Make an art collage
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Let your child’s inner Picasso out with the help of a bunch of old magazines, scissors, and glue. Let them cut up pieces and create a magnificent collage.
31. Create a boredom jar
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Write different activities, games, chores, crafts, arts, things to do, etc., on ice cream sticks. Put them in a jar. Whenever your child says “I’m bored,” let them pull out a stick from the jar and do whatever it says.
32. Make a comic strip
If your child enjoys drawing, you can ask them to draw a creative comic strip with drawings, a storyline, and everything else!
33. Paint rocks
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During a stroll outside, let your child pick up rocks and come home and paint them. You can use them to decorate your home or garden.
34. Put on a show with sock puppets
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Put all those single, lonely socks to use by transforming them into sock puppets. Cut out a mouth and draw a face. Let your child host a puppet show!
35. Make your own Play-Doh
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With a few common household items, and in absolutely no time, you can make your own Play-Doh sets. Save money and involve the kids in this thrifty kitchen craft activity.
36. Build a fort
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Building a fort is one of the most fun playtime activities for children. Bring out all the pillows, chairs, boxes, blankets, and sheets, and let your child create their own magical fort. After all the hard work, sit in the fort, play games, and sip a cool drink.
37. Create sidewalk art
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Sketching on paper is standard. Take it a notch higher by letting your child sketch on the sidewalk. Give them a few colorful chalks, and that’s it! It will lead to hours of fun and entertainment.
38. Teach them cross-stitch
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Let your child delve into arts and crafts with cross-stitch. Get a few special kits, such as blunt needles, for youngsters and beginners and teach them some easy patterns. It’s time to put their hands to work!
39. Write a story
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Whether it’s a funny story, an imaginative adventure story, or a real-life incident, writing gets the creative juices flowing and stirs children’s imagination.
40. Enjoy a scavenger hunt
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Write down a list of a few items, such as something soft, something yellow, or something triangle, and let them run around trying to decipher the clues. The clues can be easy or hard based on the child’s age.
41. Make a miniature garden
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Create a beautiful mini garden using foil trays. Use rocks, twigs, succulents, toy figures, etc., to make your mini garden more lifelike. Add sand for a beachy scene and thermocol for a snowy backdrop.
42. Create something fun using junk
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Use glue, tape, scissors, and old things, such as plastic bottles, cereal cartons, egg boxes, and more to create something fun and innovative.
43. Make bath bombs
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Whether you want to unwind after a hectic day, or your little ones want to splash around and have fun, bath bombs are perfect for everyone. Rather than spending a lot, indulge them in a fun and easy DIY project and make your own!
44.
Get crafty with toilet roll tubes
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Every household will have a few toilet roll tubes. They’re the best for doing different crafts. Whether it’s a new decoration for the kitchen, a pen holder for the office, or cute little toilet roll animals, your options are endless!
45. Grow an indoor herb garden
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A tin can is all you need to grow herbs such as mint, basil, and parsley. With the right care, they thrive indoors.
46. Build a terrarium
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Terrariums are easy to make, require minimal materials, and even come in kits. Spend an evening making a few with your child and decorate your home.
47. Make picture frames
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DIY photo frames are perfect for your living room. Look up some ideas online and create them with your child to transform your home.
48. Make paper airplanes
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Paper airplanes have your child’s back when they’re bored. There are plenty of paper airplane designs and templates online. Pick one, get building, and start racing!
49. Create pasta jewelry
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Children will have lots of fun making colorful pasta accessories. In the process, they’ll learn about different shapes and colors and develop their fine motor skills.
50. Make your own soap
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With a few ingredients, you and your children can make natural soaps that are better for your skin and the planet! Do not forget to customize your designs and create different shapes. You can insert small plastic toys inside the soap bars to let your children have a fun bath time experience.
51. Try origami
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Talking about paper planes and paper frogs, you might as well hone their origami skills. From turtles to hummingbirds and dinosaurs, your child can create nearly anything and everything they imagine.
52. Make bird feeders
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Bird feeders attract different birds into your backyard. Youngsters can make a simple feeder with a plastic bottle, while older children can create complex and artistic ones.
53. Create a family time capsule
A family time capsule lets you and your family look back at different years. Include a variety of things such as magazines, letters, photos, and more. Put everything in a box, hide it away somewhere safe, and set a date to open it up!
Academic Things To Do When Kids Are Bored
54. Make your own flashcards
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Let your child design creative flashcards that you can use later to teach them math, English, or science!
55. Practice instruments
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Encourage your child to play an instrument, and ensure they put in the hours every day to master it.
56. Start a collection
Collecting stuff is an old-school tradition. Indulge your child in it. You can pass your collection down to your child and let them add to it or encourage them to start something new. They could collect painted rocks, seashells, stickers, coins, or stamps.
57. Go birdwatching in the backyard
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Birdwatching lets your child catch sight of the pretty little and adorable birds and unveils their unique personalities. Let them take notes and learn about different species.
58. Learn a new language
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There are plenty of web platforms for children to learn a new language. They can also learn ASL (American sign language).
59. Help them learn topics that may not be taught in school
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Focus on topics beyond the curriculum, such as how to deal with rejection or racial inequality. It will help them in the real world.
60. Teach them about different character traits
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Different positive character traits help your child go a long way in academic life, personal life, and work life. Help them learn about dependability, grit, honesty, courage, and more.
61. Help them learn about a new country or culture
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Your child can experience different cultures without leaving the comfort of their home. From learning the basics of a new language, learning a dance or song, or trying new cuisine, there’s plenty your child can do to learn about different cultures.
62. Try different STEM activities
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You’ll find a host of STEM activities and science kits that will help your children have fun while learning about science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
63. Listen to podcasts
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Do some research, pick some kid-friendly podcasts, and let your child enjoy hours of entertainment.
64. Start a book club
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Reading is certainly thought-provoking, but you can take it up a notch. Encourage your child to start a book club. Book clubs can stimulate your child to discuss books, ask questions, and understand things from a different perspective.
65. Download and print fun worksheets
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Browse the Internet, and you’ll find a host of different worksheets for different subjects and age groups. Pick a few and keep your child occupied for a few hours.
66. Practice spelling
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Spellings aren’t easy, especially for complicated-sounding words such as ‘frightened,’ ‘gnaw,’ or ‘reign.’ So, a little practice in the form of games, such as scrabble, goes a long way.
67. Plan and prepare meals together
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Cooking is a combination of art and science and involves communication, time management, and planning skills. Sometimes, when your child thinks of new ways to create old dishes, it encourages creativity.
68. Write a letter
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Writing a letter to a grandparent, uncle, aunt, parent, friend, or even Santa is an excellent way to improve children’s writing skills. It also helps them express themselves and is a great mental exercise.
69. Create a “when I grow up” poster
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Children dream of becoming astronauts, air hostesses, and actors. There is no limit to their imagination. You can get them to imagine their life and draw it out on a poster and include family members, pets, cars, and more.
70. Do fun science experiments
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From chemical reactions to crystals, reflection and refraction, and volcanoes, science experiments are super fun while also encouraging learning. Sometimes, exciting projects help children learn difficult concepts.
71. Write a story about your week
Have your child recollect everything that took place during the week and then weave it into a story and draw it out or write it. With time, you’ll have enough material to make a book!
72. Tend a vegetable garden
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Tending a vegetable garden teaches your child where food comes from. Besides, they also learn a few science lessons, such as the different parts of plants and the benefits plants have on earth. Moreover, they get their daily dose of vitamin D!
73. Read a book
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Reading has no downsides. From stimulating curiosity to piquing imagination and developing concentration, books have so many advantages. Get them started today!
74. Make math cue cards
Turn your child into an A+ student with the help of cue cards. They’ll help them practice, memorize, and learn multiplication, formulas, and more.
75. Learn via games
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Children love the iPad and other gadgets. So engage them creatively by learning with games. There are many games and activities that can help them learn and play.
76. Join an online program
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Children can enroll and learn from the comfort of their homes. They can pick anything that interests them. Whether it’s a skill or something academically inclined, it will be beneficial one day.
77. Put on a science show
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Let them learn different science tricks and put up a show to entertain the entire family!
78.
Practice opposites
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For younger children, the opposites game is an excellent way to keep them engaged. You can say a word such as ‘in’ and let them say the antonym. For older children, you can use tougher words such as ‘abstract,’ ‘arduous,’ or ‘grueling.’
79. Practice mindfulness
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Children of all ages benefit from mindfulness. You can use different apps or activities to practice mindfulness. It’s beneficial as it helps improve attention. It also helps them become more patient and better listeners.
80. Teach them chess
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From improving attention span to visual memory, reasoning ability, and critical thinking, chess offers a host of benefits. Plus, they will enjoy it!
81. Enjoy stargazing
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Stargazing helps children learn all about different constellations and the night sky. You can even play a game or two to enhance learning. For instance, you could try spotting different shapes. If you’re not well-versed with the sky, use the help of apps. You really can’t go wrong while stargazing with kids.
82. Learn a new skill
Be it photography or a craft, children can put their spare time to better use by learning a skill that will help them in the long run.
83. Learn how to code
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If your child is a computer genius, maybe coding is for them. Children can start at a young age and hone their skills. It’s a low-stress activity and ensures your child is occupied for a few hours.
Collaborative things to do when kids are bored
84. Guess what’s in the box
Cut out circles on the sides of a cardboard box so your arms can fit through. Place different items inside the box and let someone stick their hands in and guess what’s in the box! It’s a fun game for the entire family.
85. Do a puzzle together
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Puzzles take patience and skill, so your child may need a little assistance. Pick a puzzle and complete it together. If you can’t finish it in one sitting, get back to it after a few hours or the next day.
86. Color together
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Who says coloring is only for youngsters? Both adults and children can indulge in coloring. Children can pick Disney–themed printable sheets online, while adults can choose adult coloring books.
87. Create a family journal
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Sit together and create an ornate diary or a simple journal about the family. You can either decide on a topic, such as ‘honesty,’ or just enter your thoughts daily. Today, it’s a way of connecting with children, and in the future, it’s a cherished possession.
88. Map out a family tree
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You and your children can get to know about your roots with the help of a family tree. Sit together and start mapping out your family. In no time, you’ll have a complete family tree.
89. Host a paint night
Older children, younger children, grandparents, uncles, aunts, cousins, and everyone can participate in a family paint night. A few canvases, paints, brushes will yield a night of laughter and fun!
90. Organize a treasure hunt
Another activity for the entire family is a treasure hunt that’s easy and super fun. One person can hide 10 to 20 items around the house while the others look for them.
91. Enjoy bike rides
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There’s nothing more fulfilling than riding a bike with your children around the block or the nearest park. The activity can boost the mood and clear their mind of boredom.
92. Re-organize the room
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When children are bored, entice them with a good reward to clean and re-organize their room. They can move furniture around or add pieces of décor for a fresh feel.
93. Bake something
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Children will need your help to bake, so work together and turn this into a fun activity! From pizza to cakes and cupcakes, there’s plenty to do. They can help you with the dough and toppings.
94.
Indulge in a fun workout
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There’s nothing more energizing than a fun workout with your kiddos. Switch on your laptop, play a workout video, and get moving together! Youngsters need not stick to the rules.
95. Go on a mindful walk
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Unlike a regular walk, a mindful walk is where you take time and notice the little details that you will otherwise not notice. Closely observe birds and animals, different sounds, the colors, the direction of the wind, the pattern on the pavement, and the smell of the air.
96. Camp in the backyard
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What’s more fun than camping in the backyard with your family? Set up a tent, light up a fire, and enjoy different games and activities that will keep you entertained all night!
97. Enjoy themed picnics
Give a twist to your regular picnics. Pick different themes for your picnic, such as “Mexican,” where the entire family dresses up in Mexican attire and carries along Mexican food, such as salsa, guacamole, nachos, and tacos.
98. Have a movie night
Movie nights with the family in the backyard is as good as it gets! Set up a projector and screen in a cozy spot. Place a comfortable mat and pillow, pop up a lot of popcorn, and you’re good to go!
99. Have a fun photoshoot
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A family photoshoot is a memory you’ll treasure for the rest of your lives! You can dress up or just lounge around in your PJs and make funny faces.
100. Fun Indoor picnic
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If you cannot step out, set up a picnic spot indoors. It’s cozy and perfect for the entire family to enjoy.
101. Creative tea party
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Ready for an afternoon treat? A tea party is your best bet. Pick some crackers, tea cakes, freshly brewed tea, fancy cups, and saucers and set up the table.
102. Travel together, virtually
You can always travel virtually. It’s a fun and easy learning method for children. Many museums, zoos, and more offer virtual tours.
1. Why is boredom good for children?
Boredom may be good for children because it gives them an opportunity to explore their interests and hobbies. It also helps develop new skills, creativity, and self-esteem (1).
2. Why are children bored easily?
Children may often complain about being bored. However, sometimes boredom may be a sign of hunger, need for attention, or curiosity about your work. You may help children manage their boredom by encouraging creativity and teaching them to be involved in productive activities (1).
Parents and caregivers struggle to keep the children occupied and entertained when bored since they can be less obedient and naughty when they have nothing to do. Painting, crafts, gardening, photography, or some activities or games are the best things to do when kids are bored. Engaging in activities may help children develop creativity, self-esteem, and thinking skills. Creative activities also improve thinking and imagination skills in children. Although some amount of unstructured time is beneficial for their brain development, it is not the case if they are free for a long time.
Key Pointers
Introducing your children to some educational and creative activities might help improve their learning and developmental skills, besides killing their boredom.
Involve them into making simple DIY items such as bracelets, accessories, greeting cards, or paper designs.
Put their minds to work with innovative worksheets and story-writing activities.
Teach them about various skills such as cooking, gardening, or bike riding.
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Below is a list of things to do to make your child happy. I tried to translate creatively. True, I didn’t understand something, so if you find a clear inconsistency with the meaning, write comments.
I must say right away that some items are clearly suitable only for Americans. For example, point 90. Although our children change with the culture, suddenly you will like it, try it 🙂
color with pencils. 4. Read jokes to each other 5. Rearrange the room, decorate the room 6. Make a volcano http://www.madsci.org/experiments/archive/854444893.Ch.html 7. Make a papier mache monster 8. Play board games 9. Go camping 10. Come back from camping 🙂 11. Go on a spider bug safari in your backyard (park, etc.) 12. Start planning your next Halloween costume (New Year, Christmas) 13. Prepare something delicious (cookies, cake, etc.) 14. Make a gift for mother’s or father’s day. 15. Make the world’s coolest paper airplane. 16. Make a short film (including: story/plot, dialogue, filming, editing) 17. Guess the figures in the clouds (this cloud looks like a heffalump) 18. Have a picnic 19. Go for a walk or excursion somewhere 20. Go swimming 21. Do a science experiment http://www.kids-science-experiments.com/ 22. Write and illustrate this story 23. Build a castle http://www.colestoyblog. com/2008/02/cardboard-castles.html 24. Draw with crayons on the road 25. Arrange a bike ride 26. Make dough figures 27. Look at the -thread on DVD, but in another language or completely muted, substituting your own words 28. Invite more friends and arrange a game show with prizes and gifts 29. Fly a kite 30. Play cards 31. Give mom a holiday (child helps/serves/indulges mother in everything) 32. Go to the playground (oddly enough! ;-)) 33. Go to visit 34. Go to the “Children’s World” 35. Go to the library (American children, apparently, stop being bored by visiting the library 🙂 ) 36. Wash the car 37. Vacuum the house 38. Organize a scavenger hunt for your friends (a game in which participants must find and collect certain items (without buying them) in a limited amount of time) 39. Make a scrapbook. [approx. per. “I don’t know what it is. Like a book for notes) 40. Plan your visit to another country 41. Take pictures 42. Play music. tools. 43. Interview someone. 44. Invite grandparents 45. Come up with and implement some business idea. 46. Write a letter (perhaps to a pen pal) 47. Design your own board game 48. Make ice cream at home 49. Build a fortress in the room 50. Put on some music and dance (yourself if you have to) 51. Ask parents/friends/neighbors if they need help with anything 52. Gather leaves/weed 53. Clean all mirrors and windows in the house 54. Play with a spray bottle 55. Play mummy (with toilet paper) 56. Put on a puppet show 57. Make a wall mural out of wrapping paper 58. Roast something in your fireplace (hot dogs, marshmallows, etc.) 59. Bury the treasure with mom and/or dad 60. Go to the museum 61. Play hide and seek 62. Play Sardines (play hide-and-seek in reverse – one hides and the others look for him, the one who found him joins the first in a secluded place. Pretty soon this place will become crowded, like in a can of sardines) 63. Arrange a battle with water balloons 64. Dress up 65. Make a detailed plan of what you would do if you had a million dollars 66. Play a game with letters 67. Print mazes from the net and solve them 68. Play knock-outs 69. Collect old toys and clothes to donate to charity 70. Make decorations out of cereals, popcorn and pasta 71. Play with mom’s cosmetics 72. Play mini golf 73. Play with a ball 74. Read a book 75. Take the dog for a walk (rent it if you don’t have your own) 76. Catalog your books, CDs, or movies 77. Learn to sew, if you know how, rummage in the pantry for buttons and sew them somewhere 78. Make paper dolls /snowflakes 79. Learn to origami 80. Play hangman (I don’t know what it meant. Some strange games in the USA :)) 81. Play charades 82. Try to name all 50 states. In Russia you can stupidly play cities 🙂 83. Play in a grocery store 84. Show your children your graduation photo album 85. Look at family photos 86. Blow up balloons 87. Play with your brothers (sisters) – the youngest drive 88. Have a pillow fight 89. Try talking with an accent 90. Practice farting with your armpits (if you can, try the same with your legs) 91. Write to a celebrity asking for an autograph 92. Write a message to posterity and bury it in the garden 93. Plant a family tree 94. Put the puzzle together 95. Build an outdoor racing track for radio controlled cars and play with friends 96. Get some sleep 97. Plant some flowers 98. Organize your own Olympics with friends 99. Plan a birthday party 100. Go to the pet store (but don’t buy anything) 101. Go to www.colestoyblog.com
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11.11.2021
Anna Babina
Teacher, project manager “Parents at MAXIMUM”
In this article:
Quite often children say that they are bored, but it is not so easy to understand what is behind these words. The reasons that a child is bored and says that he has nothing to do are different, therefore, you need to respond to these words in different ways. Boring is both lonely, and there is no motivation, and “leave me alone, you don’t understand me.” We deal with typical situations when a child is bored and does not know what to do with himself.
The child says that he is bored and has nothing to do. Why?
Boredom is a rather heavy emotion that reflects a lack of interest in any particular business or in general anything that comes to mind as an opportunity. In the everyday sense, boredom is when it’s not fun. And the problem is that a child in pre-adolescence or adolescence himself cannot explain what he means when he says that he is bored. Because in order not only to declare discomfort, but also to understand its shades and causes, one must be more experienced and more conscious. The task of parents is to help the child understand their own feelings and their causes.
Yes, boredom is when there is no interest, enthusiasm and just a feeling of emotional uplift, inspiration. Why is the child bored? The reasons for this condition may be different.
Physiological state. The child is generally malnourished. In order to be interested and to be on the rise, you need strength. They may not be there simply because he lacks sleep, vitamins or trace elements. A general and prolonged loss of strength is an occasion to consult a doctor and check if the child needs help from this side.
Prolonged stress. A long stressful situation can exhaust a person. Constant pressure at school, sluggish conflict with classmates, worries about conflict in the family.
Response to severe stress. If a misfortune has happened in the personal life of a child or in a family, this is a blow from which it is not always possible to recover quickly and without loss. If there was a divorce in the family, you experienced the death of a loved one, the family moved and the child lost friends – the body could not cope. It makes sense to seek psychological help rather than blaming or trying to cheer up the child.
Problems in society. Often the feeling of boredom is connected not with the fact that the child has nothing to do, but with the fact that he has no contact with people. Human motivation is based on the fact that we want to see the result of our work, present it to people and receive support and approval. If a child does not know how to do this or is in a society where his interests, successes and merits are not valuable, his motivation decreases.
Relationship problems. A person is a very social being, but a close circle, trusting relationships are even more important to him, people to whom you can not only show how cool you are, but also share weaknesses, fears and other negative things, but at the same time hear that everything is fine with you , relations from such frankness did not deteriorate and did not break. If the child does not have close friends, it is difficult for him to be in the resource. This is especially true for adolescents who are separated from their parents and, due to their age, must build their own close circle outside the family.
Problems with self-esteem. It is difficult for a child to find an occupation to his liking and get rid of boredom when he does not understand himself well. He does not know what to do, but at the same time he is afraid to try new things if he is not confident in himself. It’s hard to want something when you can’t imagine yourself in the process or with the result in your hands.
Response to a specific case. And of course, a specific case can be boring and uninteresting, in which the child does not see the potential to get pleasant emotions or satisfy his need.
In a word, boredom can be caused by various reasons. Let’s try to try them on specific life situations in which people find themselves every day, and find effective solutions.
If the children are bored at home – what to do?
If you are bored at home, you need to leave the house. Unfortunately, this is not always possible, especially if the child is sick or the family is in quarantine.
It is important for parents to understand that “bored at home” is not about the fact that the child does not love his home or his family. It’s about his need to get new experiences. A small child explores the world on a walk, older children communicate, teenagers try society for strength and learn to be independent and live in a society without guardianship. And yes, they want autonomy and risk – this is also the norm.
What to do with a child at home?
If a child is bored at home in elementary school, he can be occupied with what arouses his natural interest. It is extremely important that the lesson be creative in the direction where the child succeeds and enjoys the result.
Active children need to create favorable conditions for an outburst of energy. This is both a home sports complex and a space for “freaking out”. It makes sense to encourage wild games and crazy dancing. In general, the child’s self-expression is in motion.
You can offer the child games and activities when he can extract the sound and have a good time. The expression of emotions through sound, the permission to scream, knock, ring – this is a very powerful resource in order to throw out emotions and feel yourself. And no, this is not about piano lessons for a music school – this is free creativity that should not be interrupted or condemned.
Board games. The game must be a game, that is, a struggle, and gambling at that. This is training the stability of the nervous system, and emotional involvement in the process. Educational games can also be used if the child is interested in them. For example, museum board games or board games on ecology.
Creative activities. Remember that the child does not have the same experience as you. He just doesn’t know what to do. Try different kinds of creativity from kits for creating robots to sticking sequins on a picture. The main thing is not to demand from the child to follow the model – this is not creativity. Do not condemn for the fact that he “hassles” threads, paper and other materials – this kills motivation. It is not necessary to praise the result, but it is extremely important to be interested in it kindly.
Home theatre. It’s great to introduce any kind of acting into the family culture, try out different roles and support the child in his experiments. If a child can create different images – you are lucky. Just do not interfere and communicate with these cats, dogs and pirates – play along with him. If the child does not know how to do this himself, support him, just play in everyday life – you will not get bored of such a process.
A teenager is bored at home
Parents subconsciously feel that behind such words of a teenager is “I’m bored with you”. This does not mean that parents are bad. It’s just that a teenager in the first place has friends, love and tests of independence. So he is not bored at home, but to communicate with friends, and this is normal.
Statements about boredom can also be hidden aggression towards parents. If a teenager does not openly show his claims to his parents, he can show in this way that not everything is in order in the relationship and he feels resentment. In this case, it is important not to put pressure on him and not to condemn, but to help sort out his feelings.
Ask him to explain exactly what he means. Here are some leading questions to help keep the conversation going:
You don’t want anything, ok. Is there anything you’d like to try?
What would you like to do if you had the right company?
What would you like to do if you had a lot of your own money?
What would you do if you were smarter, stronger, etc.?
What would you do if you had as much free time as you wanted?
Questions like these can help you understand where the adolescent sees limitations that prevent them from doing or trying things that they actually find attractive.
The child is bored without a phone. How to find an interesting activity without gadgets?
The modern generation has their whole life in a smartphone. This includes contact with friends, relevant news for a teenager, entertainment, and an opportunity to relieve stress. Remember that the modern teenager gets into a stupor when trying to figure out how to live without a phone. Children seriously do not understand how, for example, to arrange a meeting and meet without constant correspondence. Or how to find out what’s going on with friends if you haven’t looked at stories. Children simply do not understand why the phone is a cause for conflict and react aggressively to restrictions on gadgets.
It is normal to use the phone all the time. Take a closer look at what the child is doing on the phone, and do not blame the gadget. On the phone, you can watch videos on needlework, ask friends for advice on a topical issue – and this is not at all harmful and is not a symptom of psychological distress.
It is also important to understand that a modern teenager is, as it were, constantly connected to the Internet with all his context. So the conversation started about something, the association slipped through the child, and he takes the phone to share a funny picture or video. This is the norm in communication, so without a phone it can be boring for him to talk – he seems to be cut off from the world.
It is wiser not to panic that the child is on the phone or that he is uncomfortable without a phone, but to find other activities that are also interesting. Help your child choose an interesting hobby or start learning interesting professions. In all these activities, the phone will come in handy, but it will be a tool, not a thing that distracts from loneliness or painful thoughts.
The child is bored alone. What does it say and what to do?
This is normal for children and teenagers. They are in contact with each other either on the phone or in real communication. Of course, it is very important that a person knows how to be with people and alone with himself in order to comprehend everything that happens in his life. And if a child’s anxiety goes off scale when alone, it’s not a fault, but a task that needs to be solved.
A child feels bad when he is alone when he has increased anxiety and self-esteem is unstable. Without contact with people, he experiences fear. This applies to children who need increased attention in communication. They seem to be constantly afraid that they are not visible.
Such children also worry that they will be forgotten about, and everything interesting will pass by. Outside of contact with a person, they lose confidence that everything is in order with the relationship. Not seeing a person, they are worried about the connection with him.
In this case, the problem with boredom should be started by dealing with the teenager’s self-esteem. This helps relieve underlying anxiety.
A teenager is bored without a specific person
If a teenager is in love, he wants to spend as much time as possible with the object of love. But if without this person he turns into a ghost, as if life had come out of him, this is an alarming symptom.
The reason is not that he got in touch with whoever. And not that falling in love has deprived him of his mind. The reason is that he does not see the value and his own resource in himself. He expects the object of love to be a source of emotions and interesting things in life. Sometimes this happens, but often such an attitude leads to a broken heart.
Again, this is not the fault, but the child’s misfortune. Reproaches or demands to “get busy” will not help him. But to understand yourself – it is very useful. You can start by discussing short films—children with shallow self-esteem tend to show themselves quite clearly when they discuss characters and external situations. And it is through art that they can find themselves.
It is also great to offer the child acting activities, in which he can find interesting images and understand and express himself. Modern theatrical forms are very teenage in their flashy sincerity and help children a lot to cope with the problems of adolescence.
The child is bored with doing what needs to be done. What does it really mean?
It’s not worth saying that everyone is bored, but everyone does it. This does not increase motivation, but kills it. The whole life is ahead, but it only consists of one continuous “must”. So there will be no incentive to grow up, since life is a continuous violence against oneself.
Much more important is to recognize the child’s right not to enjoy routine. Household duties are not interesting, fact. However, they can be approached creatively:
A game element can be inserted. Wash the dishes to the music and in the image of a pop diva – you will not notice how time flies.
You can come up with a mission and reward system. So you can turn into a game developer by practicing regular cleaning of the apartment.
Through the word “bored” a child can show his “I don’t want” when he does not dare to contradict his parents or is sure that his wishes will not be taken into account. This is such a weak protest, but in fact a request to hear and take into account the interests, to understand his feelings. It makes sense to resolve conflicts not by pressure on the child, but by discussing what really worries him. It is boring to do something for loved ones when there are claims or grievances that have not been expressed otherwise.
The child is bored at school. What to do?
School is often boring. Longing in distance learning. However, not everything is so simple here either. Bored at school when there are relationship problems in the classroom. Simply because teenagers in school find ways to distract themselves during the most boring lessons if they have friendly relations with their peers.
If a child does not want to go to school because he is “bored”, it makes sense to look into the situation. After all, this can be a symptom of problems with peers.
If the child is bored in a particular lesson, check to see if there is a conflict with the teacher. Or maybe the teacher does not teach well, the child does not cope with the subject, but is afraid or embarrassed to tell you about the problem.
In general, the problem of boredom is not so simple. It’s like laziness – there is a word, but there is no laziness. But there is a problem with self-esteem and motivation. Be attentive to the child, deal with the reasons why he is bored and help solve them.
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90 What to do with children at home!
Allowing a child to sit at a computer all day is a bad idea. Of course, interesting pictures, games, educational applications – all this is entertaining and interesting, but you risk your eyesight and deprive the growing little man of physical activity. Therefore, you need to initially allocate time for mobile activities and activities that require perseverance. It is much easier for adults to find things to do at home: most likely, a lot of things have already accumulated, which, due to lack of time absorbed by work, was shelved. And in order to redo all these things, you have to do something for the child during school quarantine:
Make a list of household chores in which the child can help parents.
Inspect all board games in the house; if necessary, put them in order (glue, tint frayed places, etc.).
Recall all outdoor games suitable for indoor use.
Download from the Internet simple recipes for “snacks” that are easy to cook at home.
Think about what kind of needlework to master with a child, and see if there is everything for this in the house.
In order not to turn household chores into a routine for a child, you need to approach the process creatively. For example, start a competition between family members, who will quickly cope with their cleaning area. Each of the children needs to allocate a scope of work that will be within their power. If the child is small, but really wants to wash the dishes, then you need to pick up unbreakable and not sharp serving items for him. These can be spoons, metal or plastic bowls, plates, cups, etc. An older child can be assigned to wash the sink or vacuum the carpets. If you want, for example, to wash the walls in the kitchen, then you need to distribute rags or sponges to the children and allocate places below. The upper part of the walls and the ceiling should be washed by the parents. Since this is difficult to do at the same time, you can, for example, mark the time with a stopwatch and see how quickly each of the family members washed their area.
Since most children want to grow up and mature as quickly as possible, they will cheer for such quarantine ideas. Especially if they wash, clean and clean the “pirate ship”, “submarine” or “space station”. By the way, this approach will allow you to play with isolation from the outside world in your own way: “overboard” – the open sea, outer space, the absence of an atmosphere, etc.
It is preferable to use bright household items in such “cleaning games”: buckets, rags, sponges, mops and other equipment.
Walking game
Every adult today is familiar with walking games. If there is a large sheet of paper at home, then it is easy to come up with a plot and draw, for example, an entertaining journey of a hedgehog in the fog or a monkey’s hike through the jungle. The main thing is that the drawings for the game are bright and beautiful, and the game itself is extremely understandable. If there are no chips from other games, then you can pick up multi-colored buttons of the same size. It remains the case for the cube. There are two ways to do this:
Borrow one from a set of cubes and draw on it with a white or black marker a certain number of dots on each side.
Draw an unfolded cube on the cardboard (do not forget about the valves for connecting parts) and glue it.
Dress-up game
You can create another board game, especially for girls, with your own hands – dress-up. To do this, you need thick cardboard and paper. From the cardboard you need to cut out the character to be dressed. According to the classics of the genre, this is a doll-girl. But show your imagination: a little fox, a bear, a pony, a puppy, a kitten, a hippopotamus, an elf, a goblin, a humanoid can become the heroine of the game … Yes, why not play a little hooligan?! After all, the ideas of games for children at home can be the most fantastic, and only you and your children make up all the rules, invent heroes, their clothing style and lifestyle.
When the hero is ready, he will have to think of suitable outfits, including accessories and even wigs. For greater naturalness, the latter can be made voluminous – from threads.
Playing skittles and towns at home
Children’s outdoor play is not only track cars or a railway. It’s also skittles. Home bowling, or a bowling alley will give an opportunity to move a child who has been sitting too long. When there are skittles among the toys, this is good, but if there are none, then you should use plastic bottles of 0. 5–0.6 liters. If the ball is heavy enough, then improvised pins should be partially filled with water or sand: so they will not fall spontaneously.
You can also use plastic bottles to replace the chocks for playing towns. Of course, not all famous urban figures can be folded from bottles, but you can come up with some of your own and break them. It is difficult to make a “machine-gun nest”, “sentinels” and “shooting range”. They can be replaced by “approving” at the family council other figures that are easily obtained from bottles. An item used as a bat at home should not be too heavy, otherwise you risk parting with furniture.
Move outdoor games to apartment
Let’s think about what to do with the child at the weekend at home, if he (or she) is a very mobile creature. For a “little rocket” sitting in four walls is a real torture. Indefatigable energy must be used for peaceful purposes. When it gets warmer and warmer outside, when the sun is peeping through the window more and more often, I want to go out into the yard to “chase a spotted one” or take a net, rackets and a ball with me to play a game of ping-pong.
Table tennis
If you have a big table at home, everything else for ping-pong will follow! Let us turn to the past, to the experience of the Soviet years. Not everyone had an openwork net for table tennis, so even in the parks, instead of it, players used a board laid on an edge. If there is nothing like such a board at home, then you can build a “fence” from books. Recently, boys have done this, thinking about how they can spend quarantine with benefit and fun.
Even the absence of rackets should not stop them: Soviet children often had them replaced by… general notebooks in calico covers. It is desirable that the notebook be from 48 to 96 sheets. Of course, it’s not very convenient to keep such a “racket” around the corner for a long time, but if you play in turn, then this is quite tolerable. The most important thing is to have a ball. If you want to have even more fun – put a cat (cat) on the tennis table. The animal will take an active part in the game, and although it will break the rules a little, it will give it an unprecedented flavor.
Basketball
Table tennis not for you? Do you love basketball? Surely at home there is some kind of nail in the wall, on which you can hoist a plastic bucket instead of a basketball basket. At an old, leaky bucket, it is worth cutting off the bottom with a hacksaw so that the imitation of the ring is complete.
If there is no suitable bucket, then remember the origin of the name “basketball” from the words “basket” and “ball”. So, we are looking for an old basket on the farm and attach it with several layers of adhesive tape to the wall. Now all that remains is to pick up the ball of the right size and start practicing throws.
If there is no bucket and basket, but there is some kind of ring, then you can adapt a string bag to it, with the bottom temporarily cut open. Such nets can either remain with grandmothers from time immemorial, or be bought as a retro accessory. If there is no net at home, then at the same time you can master the macrame technique and weave a basketball basket from twine or twine.
Hockey
When the boys have a couple of clubs at home, it is quite possible to start home hockey. And let there be only two goalkeepers in this game – that’s all, but the size of the corridor will allow playing in such a composition. Goals are made from chairs or stools, the lower part of which is covered with a net so that the puck stays in them. It is not even necessary to have a washer itself: a cream box that has the shape of a flattened cylinder will do.
Classics
Classics, the favorite game of Soviet schoolgirls, can also be transferred to an apartment. If the floor in the corridor is covered with large porcelain tiles, then you don’t need to invent anything: stick stickers with numbers in the corner of each tile out of 10, and instead of a cue ball, use a box of cream, shoe polish, etc. If the house has poor sound insulation, then the child can jump on the carpet, and the cells for the classics can be “drawn” with paper masking tape. Here you can dream up and “draw” non-standard round classics.
Rubber band
Often, moving inside the entrance is not prohibited by quarantine conditions, so a friend or girlfriend can come to the child. Of course, if someone in the family is really sick, then such attempts will have to be stopped, but if you only fulfill the conditions of quarantine, then why shouldn’t the children talk? Just what do daughters do at home with a friend? For example, jump into rubber bands, as their mothers and grandmothers did at school. You don’t need a lot of equipment for this. Enough of the usual skirt elastic 2.5–3 meters long, sewn or knitted into a large ring.
If the girl is alone at home, there is no one to keep the rubber band on her feet. You can use chairs on which to put something for weighting, for example, two-liter plastic bottles filled with water. In addition to exercises that are found in pictures on the Internet, there are even more complex options:
“puts”, when the rubber bands are mixed up several times with your hands, then you jump on them and jump off so as not to get confused;
“coffee”, when in a jump you need to have time to twist both parts of the elastic band together into a bow and land.
In any case, it is better to jump on a carpet and in socks: the neighbors will not hear so much, and the child will not slip.
Rubber band rules
Cooking
It turns out that homemade cakes are not only healthier, but also tastier, because you can vary the ingredients in your own way. There are a few recipes that don’t require anything to be baked, and this comes in handy when it’s hot at home.
For example, the Curd Roof cake is prepared only with a mixer and a refrigerator. For him, it is enough to take cookies soaked in milk, fold them in three rows, thickly grease with the curd mass of one color, and then put another same layer of cookies on top, and then grease with a mass of a different color. Then it remains to roll everything up, like a roof from a hut, lifting the extreme rows of cookies and connecting them with their free sides. All these operations can be easily done by a younger student. You should get a triangular prism, which must be sent to the refrigerator for at least half a day. All these operations can be easily done by a younger student. After cooling, the prism is cut into triangles.
But what should a teenager do at home while a younger brother or sister is preparing the Curd Roof? To begin with, the older child will have to work hard to get a colored curd mass. This is where a mixer comes in handy. In part of the curd mass, you will have to carefully mix cocoa powder for a beige color. Instead, you can mix jam, and then you get a pink, light orange or lilac hue, depending on which fruit or berry the ingredient is made from. For taste, you can add cinnamon or vanilla sugar. Ready-made mass options can be transferred to the younger child, and the older one at this time can knead butter, condensed milk, cocoa and breadcrumbs to make a Potato cake out of all this, which will also have to be in the refrigerator for several hours.
In addition to sweets, you can learn new recipes for salads, first and second courses. There are a lot of culinary sites now, and no one limits you in using the World Wide Web.
Needlework will help pass the time
If you have already tried everything, but you are still bored, then the best thing you can do with your child in quarantine is needlework. A safe type of lace making that even a fidget will be able to master is macrame. Lessons of this skill can be peeped on the Internet. This Spanish art of rope weaving is good not only for girls who are accustomed to painstaking work, but also for boys. Only here a different approach is required: you need to start with sea knots …
Features of macrame are that piercing and cutting objects are practically not used here, and if you take a thick rope and a simple scheme, you can quickly get the result: the finished thing. It will be interesting for boys to try their hand at making, for example, nets for an impromptu basketball basket, nets for small hockey goals.
More diligent children can be shown how to knit or crochet, string beads on a fishing line or wire.
It is good to master the application of colored paper or plasticine modeling with little ones.
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Letter O Arts and Crafts
Letter O Games and Activities
Letter O Recipes and Snacks
Letter O Songs, Poems and Finger Plays
Octopus Make a wind sock octopus
Ornament Make some for the Christmas tree.
Oscar the grouch Take a film canister, and add a green pompom. Give him some wiggly eyes and glue the film canister lid on top.
Owl Make an owl puppet.
Oyster Take a small paper plate and fold in half. Add a cotton ball to the inside and draw eyes on top.
Printing O’s Pour different colors of tempera paint into shallow containers. Set out white construction paper and objects with round open ends, such as cardboard toilet paper tubes, drinking straws, butter tubs of all sizes, and plastic bottles. Invite the children to print O’s of various colors and sizes by dipping the open ends of the objects into the paint and pressing them on their papers.
Fruity O Project Trace a big O and a little O on a piece of paper and make copies for the whole class.Get Fruit Loops and let the children glue them inside the O’s. You usually wind up gluing some and eating some as you work. Staple the finished and dried Fruit Loop paper to a bigger piece of construction paper and let the children take them home.
Octopus In The Ocean Give your child a butter tub to use as a body of an octopus. Have him/her cut out 8 legs and tape them to the lid then put the lid on the upside down tub. Use markers to add eyes, mouth and other features.
Other Fun With O ~Make collages with different colored and sized ovals ~Listen to recordings of opera or orchestra music ~Form O’s with your fingers, arms, mouth ~Paint an ocean mural and add octopus and oyster shapes ~Pretend to be an owl ~Bake pretend foods in an a toy oven
Orange Fish Supplies needed: oranges (cut in half crosswise, lengthwise, and wedges) orange tempera paint construction paper or poster board Let cut oranges set overnight to dry (printing comes out more distinct). Dip into orange paint and print away!! Kids love all the different designs!! Or, use a fish reproducible. (Sort of an outline type – no scale detail or anything.) Colored the fins and tail orange. Have a dampened sponge in a pie tin and put orange tempera paint on resulting in a stamp pad. Using their thumbs the children make orange thumb print stamps to be the fish’s scales.
“O” Collage Materials: 1 “O” cut out of orange construction paper per child “O” reinforcements Directions: Have the children stick reinforcements anywhere they wish onto their “O”
Owl Faces Materials: 1 9-inch paper plate per child, labeled 7-inch squares of yellow construction paper cup cake holders 1 black triangle/1 black rectangle per child Directions: Cut the 7-inch squares of yellow construction paper in half diagonally to make triangles. Have children color the paper plate brown. Help child glue yellow triangle on his/her plate as shown. Then have children glue on two cake holders for eyes. Have children glue black triangle in one eye, rectangle in other in bottom of cups.
Olives Let the kids play with green and black olives. Fit them on your fingers and eat them.
Obstacle Course Set up a simple obstacle course in your room. For example, include cardboard cartons to crawl through, small pillows to jump over, a long board to walk across, and a padded footstool to climb over. Let the children take turns going through the obstacle course throughout O week. On the final day, make ribbons from construction paper and print O’s on them. Present one ribbon to each child as he/she completes the obstacle course.
O is for Office Create a pretend office in a corner of your room, using small tables for desks. Set out such things as small pads of paper, play telephones, junk mail, pencils, paper clips, rubber stamps and ink pads. Let the children have fun playing in your office during your O unit.
Show and Tell Guessing Game (can be played with any letter sound) Each child must find an object at home that begins with the Oo sound. He/She conceals the item in a bag. When it is his/her turn the child gives us 3 clues so a picture pops in our head of what it might be.
The child can pick 3 children (or however many you wish) to guess the hidden object. For instance, if the child conceals “oatmeal” in a bag, the 3 clues might be: 1. It is light brown. 2. You eat it hot for breakfast. 3. You can bake cookies with it. Keeping in mind the sound of O, the children try to guess that the hidden object is oatmeal.
Whooo Is It? Game For this listening game, choose one child to be the Parent Owl and have the child leave the room. Choose 2 or 3 other children to be owlets, or baby owls. Have all the children cover their mouths with their hands, and ask only the Owlets to begin saying, “Whooo, whoooo.” Then have the Parent Owl return to the room, listen carefully to the “whoooo-ing” and try to find his or her babies. Continue the game, each time choosing different children to be the Parent Owl and the Owlets.
Octopus Stories Have your child draw pictures of an octopus having an adventure in the ocean. Have him/her tell you a story to go with the pictures and you write the words down for him/her. Then have your child find all the O’s in his/her story and trace them with an orange crayon.
Outdoors: Activities Construct a mountain range or some trees (bring some pine cones and leaves), to go backpacking, look for bears and deer, bring your binoculars. Have a campfire, use a sleeping bag for nap time (around your campfire), lantern, flashlights, tent(s), don’t forget cooking items. Barbecues, ice chest, picnic basket, picnic table canoeing (box: refrigerator is the best) or rowboat. Make paddles (from empty gift wrap rolls) Fishing, (pretend/made) poles, hooks, fish
Opposites Make a list of opposites then each child can pick two to illustrate and make into Our Book of Opposites
Orange Day Everyone bring in something Orange from home. Have students fill in…I have an orange _____. then illustrate.
Oatmeal Make oatmeal cookies.
Oranges
Make orange sweet rolls and eat
Make edible O’s using cookie dough
Taste different olives then graph which kind do you like better
Let’s Sing For Letter O (Tune: Skip To My Lou) Let’s sing now for the letter O Let’s sing some O words that we know. Olive, owl, and octopus, too. Oh, letter Oo we do like you!
Ten Little O’s (Tune: Ten Little Indians) One little, two little, three little O’s. Four little, five little, six little O’s. Seven little, eight little, nine little O’s Ten little O’s in the ocean. O-O-O say the O’s (short O sound) O-O-O say the O’s O-O-O say the O’s Ten little O’s in the ocean. The O’s go see an octopus. The O’s go see an octopus. The O’s go see an octopus. Ten little O’s in the ocean. The O’s go see the wise old owl. The O’s go see the wise old owl. The O’s go see the wise old owl. Ten little O’s in the ocean. (The children can help add other verses of O things.) Then: One little, two little, three little O’s. Four little, five little, six little O’s. Seven little, eight little, nine little O’s Ten little O’s in the ocean.
I Am Learning Oo (Tune: The Farmer In The Dell) I am learning Oo. I am learning Oo. Hi ho the derry O. I am learning Oo. Other verses to add: Oval begins with Oo… (make an oval with your hands) Overalls start with Oo… (point to someone wearing them?) Over begins with Oo… Oh my! begins with Oo… (hand on side of face) Ocean begins with Oo… (wavy hand motion) Ostrich begins with Oo… October begins with Oo… (point to calendar) Octopus starts with Oo… The children can help add other verses of O things and can help decide on the actions for the song.)
Three O’s Finger play Here’s an O (thumb & index finger) And here’s an O (2 hands forms an O) And a great big O you see. (arms make an O) Are you ready? Can you count them? 1, 2, 3!
Optometrist Song (Tune: Down By The Station) Down at my office, When you come to visit, I have a big machine To look into your eyes. I can help you see more If you’re having trouble. Click, click, click, click, Look inside.
Squeeze The Oranges (Tune: Row, Row, Row Your Boat) Squeeze, squeeze Squeeze the oranges, Squeeze them all this way, So we can have some orange juice To start our sunny day.
Wise Old Bird A wise old owl sat in an oak. The more he heard, the less he spoke. The less he spoke, the more he heard. Why aren’t we all like that wise old bird?
Wise Old Owl (Tune: Frere Jacques) Wise old owl, wise old owl, In the tree, in the tree. Who-oo are you winking at? Who-oo are you winking at? Is it me? Is it me?
I Like Omelettes (Tune: Skip To My Lou) I like omelettes, yes I do, I like omelettes, yes I do, I like omelettes, yes I do, And my tummy loves them too! (rub tummy) Replace “omelettes” with other food that begins with Oo and sing again.
October Days Poem October days are here you see Skies of blue for you and me Leaves are falling to the ground This one’s yellow, that one’s brown Apples swinging in the tree Pick a red one just for me Pumpkins growing on the vine Pick the big one…it’s mine!
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<p><strong>Harmonized U. S. Coast Guard & Transport Approved</strong></p>
O’Brien Junior Life Jacket – Pink
$69.99
<h5>Neo Life Jacket for Teens</h5>
<p><strong>Features</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>BioLite Construction</strong> – Soft, lightweight, breathable, and eco-friendly</li>
<li><strong>Zip Closure with Two Adjustable Belts</strong> – Easy entry with a secure fit</li>
<li><strong>Front hinge</strong> – Enhances range of motion</li>
<li><strong>Wide Armholes</strong> – Improves mobility</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Size</strong> – Junior (75-125 lbs with a chest size of 28″-32″)</p>
<p><strong>Harmonized U.S. Coast Guard & Transport Approved</strong></p>
O’Brien Traditional Youth Life Jacket – Blue
$49. 99
<h5>Neo Life Jacket for Kids</h5>
<p><strong>Features</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>BioLite Construction</strong> – Soft, lightweight, breathable, and eco-friendly</li>
<li><strong>Zip Closure with Two Adjustable Belts</strong> – Easy entry with a secure fit</li>
<li><strong>Front hinge</strong> – Enhances range of motion</li>
<li><strong>Wide Armholes</strong> – Improves mobility</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Size</strong> – Youth (55-88 lbs)</p>
<p><strong>Harmonized U.S. Coast Guard & Transport Approved</strong></p>
O’Brien Traditional Youth Life Jacket – Pink
$49.99
<h5>Neo Life Jacket for Kids</h5>
<p><strong>Features</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>BioLite Construction</strong> – Soft, lightweight, breathable, and eco-friendly</li>
<li><strong>Zip Closure with Two Adjustable Belts</strong> – Easy entry with a secure fit</li>
<li><strong>Front hinge</strong> – Enhances range of motion</li>
<li><strong>Wide Armholes</strong> – Improves mobility</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Size</strong> – Youth (55-88 lbs)</p>
<p><strong>Harmonized U. S. Coast Guard & Transport Approved</strong></p>
O’Brien Youth Flex V-Back Life Jacket – Blue
$54.99
<h5>Flex fit life jacket that moves with you</h5>
<p><strong>Features</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Flex Fit</strong> – Accommodating design that stretches and wraps around the contours of your body</li>
<li><strong>Split V-Back Stretch Panel</strong> – Maximum maneuverability and comfort</li>
<li><strong>BioLite Construction</strong> – Soft, lightweight, breathable, and eco-friendly</li>
<li><strong>Zip Closure with Two Concealed, Adjustable Belts</strong> – Easy entry, secure fit, and belts that will stay out of the way</li>
<li><strong>Multiple front and side hinges</strong> – Enhances range of motion</li>
<li><strong>Wide Armholes</strong> – Improves mobility</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Sizes</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Youth Small: 55-75 lbs</li>
<li>Youth Large: 64-88 lbs<strong></strong></li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Harmonized U. S. Coast Guard & Transport Canada Approved</strong></p>
O’Brien Youth Flex V-Back Life Jacket – Pink
$54.99
<h5>Flex fit life jacket that moves with you</h5>
<p><strong>Features</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Flex Fit</strong> – Accommodating design that stretches and wraps around the contours of your body</li>
<li><strong>Split V-Back Stretch Panel</strong> – Maximum maneuverability and comfort</li>
<li><strong>BioLite Construction</strong> – Soft, lightweight, breathable, and eco-friendly</li>
<li><strong>Zip Closure with Two Concealed, Adjustable Belts</strong> – Easy entry, secure fit, and belts that will stay out of the way</li>
<li><strong>Multiple front and side hinges</strong> – Enhances range of motion</li>
<li><strong>Wide Armholes</strong> – Improves mobility</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Sizes</strong></p>
<ul>
<li>Youth Small: 55-75 lbs</li>
<li>Youth Large: 64-88 lbs<strong></strong></li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Harmonized U. S. Coast Guard & Transport Canada Approved</strong></p>
O’Brien Child Flex V-Back Life Jacket – Blue
$49.99
<h5>Flex fit life jacket that moves with you</h5>
<p><strong>Features</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Flex Fit</strong> – Accommodating design that stretches and wraps around the contours of your body</li>
<li><strong>Split V-Back Stretch Panel</strong> – Maximum maneuverability and comfort</li>
<li><strong>BioLite Construction</strong> – Soft, lightweight, breathable, and eco-friendly</li>
<li><strong>Zip Closure with Two Concealed, Adjustable Belts</strong> – Easy entry, secure fit, and belts that will stay out of the way</li>
<li><strong>Leg Loop and Grab Strap</strong> – Extra safety precautions for keeping a child safe and secure</li>
<li><strong>Multiple front and side hinges</strong> – Enhances range of motion</li>
<li><strong>Wide Armholes</strong> – Improves mobility</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Size</strong> – Child 33-55 lbs</p>
<p><strong>Harmonized U. S. Coast Guard & Transport Canada Approved</strong></p>
O’Brien Child Flex V-Back Life Jacket – Pink
$49.99
<h5>Flex fit life jacket that moves with you</h5>
<p><strong>Features</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Flex Fit</strong> – Accommodating design that stretches and wraps around the contours of your body</li>
<li><strong>Split V-Back Stretch Panel</strong> – Maximum maneuverability and comfort</li>
<li><strong>BioLite Construction</strong> – Soft, lightweight, breathable, and eco-friendly</li>
<li><strong>Zip Closure with Two Concealed, Adjustable Belts</strong> – Easy entry, secure fit, and belts that will stay out of the way</li>
<li><strong>Leg Loop and Grab Strap</strong> – Extra safety precautions for keeping a child safe and secure</li>
<li><strong>Multiple front and side hinges</strong> – Enhances range of motion</li>
<li><strong>Wide Armholes</strong> – Improves mobility</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Size</strong> – Child 33-55 lbs</p>
<p><strong>Harmonized U. S. Coast Guard & Transport Canada Approved</strong></p>
O’Brien Traditional Child Life Jacket – Blue
$44.99
<h5>Soft Neo Life Jacket for Smaller Children</h5>
<p><strong>Features</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>BioLite Construction</strong> – Soft, lightweight, breathable, and eco-friendly</li>
<li><strong>Zip Closure with Two Adjustable Belts</strong> – Easy entry with a secure fit</li>
<li><strong>Leg Loop and Grab Strap</strong> – Extra safety precautions for keeping a child safe and secure</li>
<li><strong>Wide Armholes</strong> – Improves mobility</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Size</strong> – Child (33-55 lbs)</p>
<p><strong>Harmonized U.S. Coast Guard & Transport Approved</strong></p>
O’Brien Traditional Child Life Jacket – Pink
$44. 99
<h5>Soft Neo Life Jacket for Smaller Children</h5>
<p><strong>Features</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>BioLite Construction</strong> – Soft, lightweight, breathable, and eco-friendly</li>
<li><strong>Zip Closure with Two Adjustable Belts</strong> – Easy entry with a secure fit</li>
<li><strong>Leg Loop and Grab Strap</strong> – Extra safety precautions for keeping a child safe and secure</li>
<li><strong>Wide Armholes</strong> – Improves mobility</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Size</strong> – Child (33-55 lbs)</p>
<p><strong>Harmonized U.S. Coast Guard & Transport Approved</strong></p>
O’Brien Infant Life Jacket – Green
$44.99
<h5>Keep the little ones safe and comfortable</h5>
<p><strong>Features</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>BioLite Construction</strong> – Soft, lightweight, breathable, and eco-friendly</li>
<li><strong>Zip Closure with an Adjustable Belt and Leg Loop Strap</strong> – Easy to put on and deliver a secure fit</li>
<li><strong>Head Floatation Pad with Grab Strap</strong> – Extra safety and comfort to keep your little one happy</li>
<li><strong>Wide Armholes</strong> – Improves mobility</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Size</strong> – Infant (Up to 30 lbs)</p>
<p><strong>U. S. Coast Guard Approved</strong></p>
O’Brien Infant Life Jacket – Pink
$44.99
<h5>Keep the little ones safe and comfortable</h5>
<p><strong>Features</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>BioLite Construction</strong> – Soft, lightweight, breathable, and eco-friendly</li>
<li><strong>Zip Closure with an Adjustable Belt and Leg Loop Strap</strong> – Easy to put on and deliver a secure fit</li>
<li><strong>Head Floatation Pad with Grab Strap</strong> – Extra safety and comfort to keep your little one happy</li>
<li><strong>Wide Armholes</strong> – Improves mobility</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Size</strong> – Infant (Up to 30 lbs)</p>
<p><strong>U.S. Coast Guard Approved</strong></p>
O’Brien Baby Safe Life Jacket – Green
$34. 99
<h5>Keep the little ones safe and comfortable</h5>
<p><strong>Features</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Smoothspan Fabric</strong> – Lightweight poly/spandex material that is soft on the skin and wraps around the back of your baby to keep them comfortable and secure</li>
<li><strong>Two Adjustable Belts</strong> – Make it easy to put on and deliver a secure fit</li>
<li><strong>Head Floatation Pad</strong> – Extra safety and comfort to keep your little one happy</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Size</strong> – Infant (Up to 30 lbs)</p>
<p><strong>U.S. Coast Guard Approved</strong></p>
O’Brien Baby Safe Life Jacket – Pink
$34.99
<h5>Keep the little ones safe and comfortable</h5>
<p><strong>Features</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Smoothspan Fabric</strong> – Lightweight poly/spandex material that is soft on the skin and wraps around the back of your baby to keep them comfortable and secure</li>
<li><strong>Two Adjustable Belts</strong> – Make it easy to put on and deliver a secure fit</li>
<li><strong>Head Floatation Pad</strong> – Extra safety and comfort to keep your little one happy</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Size</strong> – Infant (Up to 30 lbs)</p>
<p><strong>U. S. Coast Guard Approved</strong></p>
O’Brien Teen Nylon Life Jacket – Green
$39.99
<h5>Comfortable nylon life jacket for young adults</h5>
<p><strong>Features</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Flexible Foam Core</strong> – Soft design for extra comfort</li>
<li><strong>Sturdy Nylon Exterior</strong> – Enhanced durability</li>
<li><strong>3 Adjustable Belts</strong> – Easy to put on and delivers a secure fit</li>
<li><strong>PWC Lanyard Attachment Ring</strong> – Fast, convenient way to attach a jetski lanyard</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Size</strong> – Teen (90 lbs and up with a chest size of 28″-32″)</p>
<p><strong>U.S. Coast Guard Approved</strong></p>
O’Brien Teen Nylon Life Jacket – Purple
$39. 99
<h5>Comfortable nylon life jacket for young adults</h5>
<p><strong>Features</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Flexible Foam Core</strong> – Soft design for extra comfort</li>
<li><strong>Sturdy Nylon Exterior</strong> – Enhanced durability</li>
<li><strong>3 Adjustable Belts</strong> – Easy to put on and delivers a secure fit</li>
<li><strong>PWC Lanyard Attachment Ring</strong> – Fast, convenient way to attach a jetski lanyard</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Size</strong> – Teen (90 lbs and up with a chest size of 28″-32″)</p>
<p><strong>U.S. Coast Guard Approved</strong></p>
O’Brien Youth Nylon Life Jacket – Green
$29.99
<h5>Comfortable life jacket for kids</h5>
<p><strong>Features</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Flexible Foam Core</strong> – Soft design for extra comfort</li>
<li><strong>Sturdy Nylon Exterior</strong> – Enhanced durability</li>
<li><strong>3 Adjustable Belts</strong> – For a secure fit</li>
<li><strong>Quick Release Buckles</strong> – Easy to put on and take off</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Size</strong> – Youth (55-88 lbs)</p>
<p><strong>Harmonized U. S. Coast Guard & Transport Canada Approved</strong></p>
O’Brien Youth Nylon Life Jacket – Pink
$29.99
<h5>Comfortable life jacket for kids</h5>
<p><strong>Features</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Flexible Foam Core</strong> – Soft design for extra comfort</li>
<li><strong>Sturdy Nylon Exterior</strong> – Enhanced durability</li>
<li><strong>3 Adjustable Belts</strong> – For a secure fit</li>
<li><strong>Quick Release Buckles</strong> – Easy to put on and take off</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Size</strong> – Youth (55-88 lbs)</p>
<p><strong>Harmonized U.S. Coast Guard & Transport Canada Approved</strong></p>
O’Brien Youth Nylon Life Jacket w/ Collar – Green
$39.99
<h5>Enhanced floatation on the water</h5>
<p><strong>Features</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Flexible Foam Core</strong> – Soft design for extra comfort</li>
<li><strong>Sturdy Nylon Exterior</strong> – Enhanced durability</li>
<li><strong>Head Floatation Pad with Grab Strap</strong> – Extra floatation to enhance safety and keep kids comfortable in the water</li>
<li><strong>3 Adjustable Belts</strong> – For a secure fit</li>
<li><strong>Quick Release Buckles</strong> – Easy to put on and take off</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Size</strong> – Youth (50-90 lbs)</p>
<p><strong>U. S. Coast Guard Approved Type II Life Jacket</strong></p>
O’Brien Child Nylon Life Jacket – Green
$24.99
<h5>Comfortable life jacket for kids</h5>
<p><strong>Features</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Flexible Foam Core</strong> – Soft design for extra comfort</li>
<li><strong>Sturdy Nylon Exterior</strong> – Enhanced durability</li>
<li><strong>3 Adjustable Belts</strong> – For a secure fit</li>
<li><strong>Leg Loop Strap</strong> – Extra safety precaution for keeping a child safe and secure</li>
<li><strong>Quick Release Buckles</strong> – Easy to put on and take off</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Size</strong> – Child (33-55 lbs)</p>
<p><strong>Harmonized U.S. Coast Guard & Transport Canada Approved</strong></p>
O’Brien Child Nylon Life Jacket – Pink
$24. 99
<h5>Comfortable life jacket for kids</h5>
<p><strong>Features</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Flexible Foam Core</strong> – Soft design for extra comfort</li>
<li><strong>Sturdy Nylon Exterior</strong> – Enhanced durability</li>
<li><strong>3 Adjustable Belts</strong> – For a secure fit</li>
<li><strong>Leg Loop Strap</strong> – Extra safety precaution for keeping a child safe and secure</li>
<li><strong>Quick Release Buckles</strong> – Easy to put on and take off</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Size</strong> – Child (33-55 lbs)</p>
<p><strong>Harmonized U.S. Coast Guard & Transport Canada Approved</strong></p>
O’Brien Child Nylon Life Jacket w/ Collar – Green
$29.99
<h5>Enhanced floatation on the water</h5>
<p><strong>Features</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Flexible Foam Core</strong> – Soft design for extra comfort</li>
<li><strong>Sturdy Nylon Exterior</strong> – Enhanced durability</li>
<li><strong>Head Floatation Pad with Grab Strap</strong> – Extra floatation to enhance safety and keep kids comfortable in the water</li>
<li><strong>3 Adjustable Belts</strong> – For a secure fit</li>
<li><strong>Leg Loop Strap</strong> – Extra safety precaution for keeping a child safe and secure</li>
<li><strong>Quick Release Buckles</strong> – Easy to put on and take off</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Size</strong> – Child (30-50 lbs)</p>
<p><strong>U. S. Coast Guard Approved Type II Life Jacket</strong></p>
O’Brien Child Nylon Life Jacket w/ Collar – Pink
$29.99
<h5>Enhanced floatation on the water</h5>
<p><strong>Features</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Flexible Foam Core</strong> – Soft design for extra comfort</li>
<li><strong>Sturdy Nylon Exterior</strong> – Enhanced durability</li>
<li><strong>Head Floatation Pad with Grab Strap</strong> – Extra floatation to enhance safety and keep kids comfortable in the water</li>
<li><strong>3 Adjustable Belts</strong> – For a secure fit</li>
<li><strong>Leg Loop Strap</strong> – Extra safety precaution for keeping a child safe and secure</li>
<li><strong>Quick Release Buckles</strong> – Easy to put on and take off</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Size</strong> – Child (30-50 lbs)</p>
<p><strong>U. S. Coast Guard Approved Type II Life Jacket</strong></p>
O’Brien Water Bug Child Life Jacket – Yellow
$24.99
<h5>Perfect for playing in the water</h5>
<p><strong>Features</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Kid-Friendly Design</strong> – Allows the child to move freely and swim easily in the water while providing great stability and floatation</li>
<li><strong>Flexible Foam Construction</strong> – Moves with the child to keep them comfortable</li>
<li><strong>Soft Polyester Outer</strong> – Feels great on the skin, dries quickly, and is very durable</li>
<li><strong>Adjustable Back Closure</strong> – Easy to put on your child and provides a secure fit</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Size</strong> – Child (33-55 lbs)</p>
<p><strong>Harmonized U.S. Coast Guard & Transport Canada Approved</strong></p>
<p><em>*Not designed to be used while participating in towed watersports, tubing and jetskiing</em></p>
O’Brien Water Bug Child Life Jacket – Purple
$24. 99
<h5>Perfect for playing in the water</h5>
<p><strong>Features</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Kid-Friendly Design</strong> – Allows the child to move freely and swim easily in the water while providing great stability and floatation</li>
<li><strong>Flexible Foam Construction</strong> – Moves with the child to keep them comfortable</li>
<li><strong>Soft Polyester Outer</strong> – Feels great on the skin, dries quickly, and is very durable</li>
<li><strong>Adjustable Back Closure</strong> – Easy to put on your child and provides a secure fit</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Size</strong> – Child (33-55 lbs)</p>
<p><strong>Harmonized U.S. Coast Guard & Transport Canada Approved</strong></p>
<p><em>*Not designed to be used while participating in towed watersports, tubing and jetskiing</em></p>
O’Brien Water Bug Child Life Jacket – Blue
Original price
$24. 99
Current price
$17.99$24.99
$17.99
<h5>Perfect for playing in the water</h5>
<p><strong>Features</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Kid-Friendly Design</strong> – Allows the child to move freely and swim easily in the water while providing great stability and floatation</li>
<li><strong>Flexible Foam Construction</strong> – Moves with the child to keep them comfortable</li>
<li><strong>Soft Polyester Outer</strong> – Feels great on the skin, dries quickly, and is very durable</li>
<li><strong>Adjustable Back Closure</strong> – Easy to put on your child and provides a secure fit</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Size</strong> – Child (33-55 lbs)</p>
<p><strong>Harmonized U.S. Coast Guard & Transport Canada Approved</strong></p>
<p><em>*Not designed to be used while participating in towed watersports, tubing and jetskiing</em></p>
O’Brien Water Bug Child Life Jacket – Pink
Original price
$24. 99
Current price
$17.99$24.99
$17.99
<h5>Perfect for playing in the water</h5>
<p><strong>Features</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Kid-Friendly Design</strong> – Allows the child to move freely and swim easily in the water while providing great stability and floatation</li>
<li><strong>Flexible Foam Construction</strong> – Moves with the child to keep them comfortable</li>
<li><strong>Soft Polyester Outer</strong> – Feels great on the skin, dries quickly, and is very durable</li>
<li><strong>Adjustable Back Closure</strong> – Easy to put on your child and provides a secure fit</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Size</strong> – Child (33-55 lbs)</p>
<p><strong>Harmonized U.S. Coast Guard & Transport Canada Approved</strong></p>
<p><em>*Not designed to be used while participating in towed watersports, tubing and jetskiing</em></p>
O’Brien Infant Nylon Life Jacket – Green
$24. 99
<h5>Keep the little ones safe and comfortable</h5>
<p><strong>Features</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Head Floatation Pad with Grab Strap</strong> – Extra floatation to enhance safety and keep kids comfortable in the water</li>
<li><strong>Zip Closure with Adjustable Belt</strong> – For a secure fit</li>
<li><strong>Leg Loop Strap</strong> – Extra safety precaution for keeping a child safe and secure</li>
<li><strong>Flexible Foam Core</strong> – Soft design for extra comfort</li>
<li><strong>Sturdy Nylon Exterior</strong> – Enhanced durability</li>
<li><strong>Quick Release Buckles</strong> – Easy to put on and take off</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Size</strong> – Infant (Up to 30 lbs)</p>
<p><strong>U.S. Coast Guard Approved Type II Life Jacket</strong></p>
O’Brien Infant Nylon Life Jacket – Pink
$24. 99
<h5>Keep the little ones safe and comfortable</h5>
<p><strong>Features</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Head Floatation Pad with Grab Strap</strong> – Extra floatation to enhance safety and keep kids comfortable in the water</li>
<li><strong>Zip Closure with Adjustable Belt</strong> – For a secure fit</li>
<li><strong>Leg Loop Strap</strong> – Extra safety precaution for keeping a child safe and secure</li>
<li><strong>Flexible Foam Core</strong> – Soft design for extra comfort</li>
<li><strong>Sturdy Nylon Exterior</strong> – Enhanced durability</li>
<li><strong>Quick Release Buckles</strong> – Easy to put on and take off</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>Size</strong> – Infant (Up to 30 lbs)</p>
<p><strong>U.S. Coast Guard Approved Type II Life Jacket</strong></p>
Reading for Kids on the App Store
Description
News-O-Matic is the daily news app to inspire a love of nonfiction reading.
100+ new articles each month cover a range of high-interest topics for curious kids. Subjects include science, sports, world news, technology, arts, and entertainment. Reading current events empowers children to be critical thinkers, lifelong learners, and global citizens. Every story is written at multiple literacy levels for ages 6 to 14.
News-O-Matic is always 100% ad-free. A child psychologist reviews each article to ensure emotionally safe and age-appropriate content.
KEY FEATURES: • Complete translations by native speakers in English, Spanish, French, Arabic, and Mandarin • Full “Read to Me” story recordings in English, Spanish, French, Arabic, and Mandarin • Games, fun facts, and calls to action • Audio and kid-friendly definitions for challenging vocabulary • Interactive maps and an augmented reality (3D) globe • Chances to draw, ask questions, comment, and vote • Interviews with authors, scientists, and other experts • Citations to improve media literacy skills • Access to 10,000+ archived articles
AWARDS: Teachers’ Choice Award for the Classroom Winner, 2020 Digital Media Award North America Winner, 2018 – “Best Innovation to Engage Youth Audiences” Tech and Learning Award of Excellence, 2018 Parents’ Picks Award Winner, 2018 World Young Reader Prize (Editorial) – World Association of Newspapers (WAN-IFRA) One of The Best News Sources for Kids “5 stars” – Common Sense Media kidSAFE® certified
REVIEWS: “My son has finally been reading independently for the past two weeks. He looks forward to reading News-O-Matic every night!” – Melissa, mom of an 8-year-old
“I love News-O-Matic! When I’m in school it’s my favorite thing to do. I even read it when I get home!” – Soyee, age 11
“The stories you write are amazing. It’s funny because I hate reading but yet I’m excited to see what you wrote.” – Rae, age 8
“I have never come across a publication this effective in capturing the attention of the student and making them want to learn and understand more.” – LB, Elementary School Teacher
“A terrific introduction to current events with unlimited potential for repeated use for kids” – Smart Apps For Kids
“An ingenious app that condenses the daily news of the world and delivers it in perfectly kid-digestible form.” – Cool Mom Tech
“It offers a window to the world and beyond.” – Parents’ Pick Awards
SUBSCRIPTION OPTIONS: • Subscription options include per month, per six months, or per year. • A free trial begins at start of subscription. Easy to cancel at any time. • Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. • Subscription automatically renews unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24 hours before the end of the current period. • Account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours prior to the end of the current period. • User can manage subscription & turn off auto-renewal by going to Account Settings after purchase. • No cancelation of the current subscription is allowed during active subscription period. • Any unused portion of a free-trial period will be forfeited when the user purchases a subscription.
FOR EDUCATORS: Schools and districts looking to buy News-O-Matic through Apple’s Volume Purchase Program should buy News-O-Matic: School 2020-21.
For more information visit www.newsomatic.org or contact [email protected] for help or questions.
Terms of Use: https://www.newsomatic.org/terms-of-use/ Privacy Policy: https://www. newsomatic.org/privacy/
Version 6.2.1
Addition of a new language: Mandarin (text and audio)
Ratings and Reviews
413 Ratings
Editors’ Notes
Press4Kids’ impressive app gives younger readers a fantastic way to keep up with—and better understand—current events in the world around them. Presented like a daily newspaper, the app offers five stories a day at a level kids can easily comprehend, accompanied by video clips, maps, interesting facts, and other handy information. For students, News-O-Matic isn’t just a valuable news source—it’s also a terrific introduction to journalism, and teachers can use it to inspire class projects where children produce their own publications.
Only one issue
I have one issue with this app. The articles are read aloud my mostly male voices. There is usually only 1 out of 5 articles read aloud by a female. News-o-matic has communicated that it is supported by a small group and this is the best they can do. ???? If you can over look that, it is a great app. Women are represented well in other ways (writers, features of articles, and in photos). The stories are wonderful and are about interesting and important topics. Slide shows and videos additionally bring the stories to life. There is so much to love about this app. If I could just get over not hearing a better representation of women readers I would gladly give this app 5 stars.
Sorry I updated the app!🙁
This news app was perfect for me until I updated it recently & made me sorry I did. Now while reading the articles, as I am nearing the middle or end, it keeps jumping back to the beginning! I have to keep scrolling back continuously to the section I was reading! That so much takes away the joy from reading the articles. Why is it doing that?🙁 Then I was surprised they took away the little animated piece (with the dog & ball, etc) they had when you pressed the app! Now it just says loading…. If I had known it was going to be a problem reading the articles – since it keeps scrolling back to the top automatically – I would have NEVER updated it! Can you please fix this?!? Why do supposed updates make things worse instead of better? The articles are still great but how can they be read & enjoyed if it automatically jumps back to the beginning?!? Again, can you please fix this?
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I’ve got a skinny 10 yr old. Drawstring is deco only – does not cinch.
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Zappos Reviewer on June 16, 2022
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Thick and soft material. So cute and comfortable for my 9 y/o.
Zappos Reviewer on June 06, 2022
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Zappos Reviewer on April 30, 2022
Hyperfreak S-Seam Fade (Big Kids)
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Fits true to size
Zappos Reviewer on October 19, 2021
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Zappos Reviewer on August 26, 2021
Reserve Heather (Big Kids)
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Very nicely made shorts. My son said they are comfortable. Unfortunately, there is not a hidden drawstring to cinch the waist (as stated in the description), so I had to return.
Zappos Reviewer on May 22, 2021
Reserve Solid Hybrid Series Shorts (Big Kids)
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These look really nice. I got them in size 28 for my 11 year old and they are a bit too big (in danger of plumber’s butt), but next year they should fit perfectly (I hope). Nice styling, though.
Zappos Reviewer on August 08, 2020
Hyperfreak (Big Kids)
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Basic Skins L/S Crew (Little Kids/Big Kids)
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Zappos Reviewer on April 02, 2020
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Zappos Reviewer from Los Angeles, California on July 30, 2019
Basic Skins L/S Crew (Little Kids/Big Kids)
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I ordered 2 O’Neill rash guard shirts and they must be mis-marked. My 10 year old son could not even get it over his head. It looks like it might fit a 3 year old. See my photos.
Zappos Reviewer on July 20, 2019
Basic Skins L/S Crew (Little Kids/Big Kids)
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This is a great rashguard, but WAY smaller than expected.
Zappos Reviewer on June 22, 2019
Basic Skins L/S Crew (Little Kids/Big Kids)
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I’ve been buying O’Neil rash guards for my two sons. This one ran very smaller and the material was incredibly thin. Not like the other rash guards by the same brand. This was returned.
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Zappos Reviewer on April 18, 2019
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Zappos Reviewer on March 25, 2019
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Zappos Reviewer on July 13, 2018
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Great rash guard for my son but size up. Bought a size 10 for my 7 year old and fits perfect.
Zappos Reviewer on June 30, 2018
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In the photo it looks red and the name of the color “watermelon” imply that it is red but it is pink. I find this product under boys section. I don’t know many 5 years old that will agree to ware pink shirt.
Zappos Reviewer on June 27, 2018
Basic Skins L/S Crew (Little Kids/Big Kids)
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About – Rosie’s Theater Kids
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Rosie O’Donnell
& Lori Klinger
The Founders
RTKids was launched in 2003 at PS 51, a Title 1 public school bordering on the theater district where students would walk by Broadway theaters daily, and never have the opportunity to go inside. Rosie noticed this, and thought it was, “…like living in Hawaii, and never having access to the beach.” Together with Rosie, Artistic and Executive Director Lori Klinger developed PS Broadway – RTKids foundational program. In 2003, all 40 fifth graders at PS 51 participated in 15 weeks of singing and dancing training, and every single fifth grader went to see their first Broadway show – all free of charge.
Over the years since its debut, RTKids has blossomed into much more than simply a song and dance venue. The dedication and inspiration of its expert staff and generosity of its guest Broadway professionals have yielded truly remarkable results. Today, RTKids services include performing arts instruction, life skills development, academic tutoring, and a home-away-from-home environment that is safe and nurturing.
Awards
2012
Rosie’s Theater Kids is awarded the Jordan Ruzan Scholarship at Williamstown Theater Festival. One graduate will be given the scholarship annually in order to participate as a summer apprentice at this prestigious regional theater.
2014
Rosie O’Donnell is awarded the Isabelle Stevenson Tony Award for her commitment to arts education for New York City’s public school children through Rosie’s Theater Kids.
2014
Rosie’s Theater Kids is awarded a $500,000 grant to establish the SAM Scholarship for Scholastic and Artistic Merit, meant to provide one graduate per year with a full scholarship of gap funding to the college of their choice.
2015
Rosie’s Theater Kids ACTE II Program is awarded the National Arts and Humanities Youth Program Award, the nation’s highest honor for out-of-school arts and humanities youth programs. Twelve students performed for First Lady Michelle Obama at the White House as they accepted this honor.
Why Arts Education
Song and dance are the sparks that light the way, but the lessons we teach go even further. RTKids is about transformation, helping our kids see bigger possibilities for themselves.
We’re passionate about growing kids’ skills for a bright future – building self-confidence, discipline, and poise that will serve them well in whatever their chosen careers may be.Valerie Norton, QBE Insurance; Secretary, RTKids Board of Directors
For many of our students, RTKids provides their first experience of personal accomplishment. By helping children develop their artistic talents and coaching them to strive for excellence, we teach them how to achieve – in the performing arts, in school, and ultimately in life.
The link between RTKids and New York City public schools is not accidental. We instill in our students the goals of a high school diploma and advanced education. And like a caring “stage mother,” RTKids provides for the whole child – be it subway fare, lunch, an academic tutor, or a standardized test coach.
With the confidence gained from RTKids and a quality education, our kids will be equipped to pursue any career.
Setting the Stage
RTKIDS THAT GRADUATE HIGHSCHOOL
RTKIDS ACCEPTED INTO SPECIALIZED & SELECTIVE HIGH SCHOOLS
RTKIDS FROM UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES
RTKIDS FROM THE FIVE BOROUGHS OF NYC
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Milestones
SPRING 2003
PS Broadway pilot program begins with a class of 40 students at PS 51 in Manhattan.
FALL 2004
First class of ACTE II scholarship students selected from PS Broadway classes.
SPRING 2005
Rosie’s purchases building at 445 West 45th Street – home of Maravel Arts Center.
SPRING 2006
RTKids secures $1 million capital funding from the NYC Department of Cultural Affairs.
FALL 2006
The Arts Plus (A+) is born as RTKids assists its first class with high school applications.
FALL 2007
Spotlight on Fitness (SoFit) trial classes begin at PS 51.
WINTER 2007
Construction begins at 445 West 45th Street.
SPRING 2008
RTKids receives its first grant from the National Endowment for the Arts.
SUMMER 2008
Nan Klinger Memorial Scholarship Fund established by a grant from the Thornburg Charitable Foundation.
JAN. 26TH 2009
Maravel Arts Center ribbon-cutting ceremony is held.
SUMMER 2009
RTKids produces its first original musical, informed by the writings and ideas of ACTE II students, titled My Life: Today.
FALL 2009
SoFit classes begin at Maravel Arts Center, and the tap-dance element of the program is launched.
FALL 2010
Rosie’s Broadway Kids officially changes its name to Rosie’s Theater Kids.
FALL 2010
RTKids prepares its first senior class for college applications with SAT prep classes and college application assistance.
WINTER 2010
Rosie’s For All Kids Foundation “gifts” Maravel Arts Center to Rosie’s Theater Kids.
SUMMER 2011
First class of RTKids graduate high school and move on to college.
SUMMER 2011
RTKids hires an Academic Coordinator to lead and expand Arts Plus.
SPRING 2013
RTKids celebrates its 10-year anniversary with its largest one-time gift of $2 million.
SUMMER 2014
RTKids launches its SAM (Scholastic and Artistic Merit) college scholarship with a $500,000 gift.
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OUR FUTURE
W ith our core programs firmly established and fully enrolled, our spotlight going forward will be on providing for the “whole child.” While performing arts will continue to inspire and motivate our students, we realize that their ability to achieve life goals and potential will depend on their capability to perform academically and professionally. Many of our students face overwhelming life challenges outside of school each day. Going forward, we will expand our efforts to assist students to acquire the skills and develop their talents to excel not only on the stage of performing arts, but on the academic and professional stages as well.
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Goal
Our goal is to inspire excellence, motivate learning, uplift the human spirit, build confidence, and spark a lifelong appreciation for the arts. Learn More.
Mission
Rosie’s Theater Kids (RTKids) is an arts education organization dedicated to enriching the lives of children through the arts. We serve students who otherwise would not have the opportunity to experience theater, positively changing the trajectory of their lives by providing comprehensive classes in music, dance, and drama; thoughtful mentoring; and structured academic guidance.
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What manipulative ways can you get free help from a person?
In 1975, Robert Cialdini of the University of Arizona conducted an experiment in which passers-by were asked to give advice to juvenile delinquents on a volunteer basis for two years. After the refusal, a smaller request followed – to accompany a group of juvenile delinquents to the zoo, to which half of the passers-by agreed, but if this proposal was the first, only every sixth respondent responded. This manipulation technique, in which a person agrees to provide a service after refusing a more onerous request, has been called the “door to the face.” This name refers to the previously described “foot in the door” technique, in which the manipulation is performed in the opposite way: first, a person is asked to help with some trifle, and if they agree, they demand more and more.
Source: Wikipedia / Door in the face, Wikipedia / Foot in the door
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What kind of children’s things are hung with some trees in German parks?
In the parks of many German cities there are trees hung with pacifiers. The idea to make weaning less traumatic came from Denmark, where it originated in the 1920s. Parents bring children to these trees, who see that other children have also refused pacifiers, and part with their own, receiving a small gift in return.
Source: Wikipedia / Schnullerbaum
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Why did basketball player Horace Grant continue to play with glasses after undergoing vision correction surgery?
NBA basketball player Horace Grant developed nearsightedness during his career, which caused him to appear on the court wearing special glasses. Despite laser vision correction surgery soon after, Grant continued to play with glasses. His decision was influenced by words of gratitude from parents whose children with poor eyesight began to be inspired by the basketball player.
Source: Wikipedia / Horace Grant
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Which children tend to invent their own language?
Approximately 40% of twins develop a special language from infancy to communicate with each other, understandable only to them. It arises from the words of the “adult” language, which are adapted to children’s phonology through truncation, rearrangement of syllables, strong simplification of grammar. Experts believe that speech errors that are characteristic of all children in the case of twins are less likely to be corrected by adults, since twins often have enough of their closed society, where incorrect speech becomes normal. This feature, called cryptophasia, usually disappears around the age of three, but can sometimes linger longer. In rare cases, such as the Gibbons sisters from Wales, cryptophasia was observed almost all their lives until the death of one of them.
Source: Wikipedia / Cryptophasia
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Which word in the folk version of “Turnip” was considered inappropriate for a children’s textbook?
“Turnip” was first published in Afanasiev’s collection “Folk Russian Tales”. According to the plot, a grandmother pulled for a grandfather, a granddaughter for a grandmother, and a bitch for a granddaughter. Having included the fairy tale in the children’s textbook “Native Word”, Konstantin Ushinsky considered the word “bitch” inappropriate and gave the dog the nickname Zhuchka. The next after Zhuchka in Ushinsky’s version were Mashka and the mouse, and already in other editions Mashka became just a cat.
Source: Wikipedia / Repka
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Which religious leader is elected by chance?
The election of a new patriarch of the Coptic Orthodox Church after the death of the previous one begins with the nomination of candidates by both bishops and lay groups. Electors from the dioceses, senior officials of the church, journalists and political leaders vote for them. Then pieces of paper with the names of the three applicants who received the most votes are placed in a box, which is placed on the altar of St. Mark’s Cathedral in Cairo. The patriarch is the one whose piece of paper during the Sunday service is pulled at random by a five-year-old child from the flock.
Source: Wikipedia / Pope of the Coptic Orthodox Church
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One of America’s most famous toys is Mister Potato Head, a plastic potato with holes for inserting body parts and accessories at random. When the toy first went on sale at 1952, it was precisely a set of elements with sharp tips that children stuck into real potatoes or other vegetables. However, a regulatory body soon ordered Hasbro to make the kit safer, which led to the introduction of the main plastic part.
Source: Wikipedia / Mr. Potato Head
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Who ordered music to match the rhythm of a child’s step for their funeral?
Shortly before his death, Hans Christian Andersen discussed the music for his funeral with the composer. Believing that most of those who saw him off the coffin would be children, Andersen asked to choose a rhythm that coincided with small steps.
Source: Wikipedia / Hans Christian Andersen
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Which sports team, made up of “unpromising” children, became the champion of their country?
In 2015 in Kharkiv, an initiative group of parents created the Phoenix futsal team from children who were not included in the main teams in their schools and were considered unpromising. With the support of sponsors, masters of sports in various disciplines, a psychologist were involved in training, and former football players without coaching experience became coaches. At first, Phoenix lost all matches in competitions with a big score, but after a year and a half won the Kharkov Cup in its age group. In 2020, the team won the Cup of Ukraine, and in 2021 it won both the Cup and the National Championship among children under 16.
Source: Wikipedia / Phoenix (futsal club)
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Why did the author of works about Peter Pan add magic dust to them?
The author of works about Peter Pan, James Barry, has repeatedly changed and improved them. Initially, the characters of his fairy tale could fly just like that. However, after several instances of children getting injured imitating Peter Pan and falling out of their beds, Barry added fairy dust as a prerequisite for flight.
Source: Wikipedia / Tinker Bell
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Which children are considered the third gender in the Dominican Republic?
If a male is born deficient in the enzyme 5-alpha reductase, which is responsible for converting testosterone to dihydrotestosterone, he usually does not develop primary sexual characteristics and is often raised as a girl. But with the onset of puberty, testosterone production rises, which ensures the appearance of secondary sexual characteristics characteristic of men. In the Dominican Republic, such children are designated by the special word “guevedose” and are considered as the third gender. They are especially common in the village of Las Salinas, where every 9The 0th man is the guevedose.
Source: Wikipedia / Guevedoce
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What promise to the Swedish king did the only winner of two Nobel Prizes in physics fulfill?
American John Bardeen is the only scientist to win the Nobel Prize in Physics twice. After the award was presented in 1956, the Swedish king reproached Bardin with the fact that he took only one of his three children to the ceremony. The physicist immediately assured that he would improve next time, and kept his promise after 16 years.
Source: Wikipedia / John Bardeen
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Why were so-called “delay altars” arranged in some churches of the 15th century?
Western medieval theologians believed that children who died unbaptized would only go to limbo, that is, the threshold of paradise, and would not be able to see God. To rectify the situation in some churches in the 15th century, the so-called “altars of respite” were organized. It was believed that even a stillborn child placed on such an altar gains life for the time necessary to perform the rite.
Source: Jacques Le Goff. The history of the body in the Middle Ages
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What conditions of childhood affect the amount of perspiration produced by a person?
All newborns have approximately the same number of sweat glands. In the first two years of life, their development occurs, and the hotter the air around the child, the more glands become able to secrete sweat. Thus, people who grew up in colder climates or constant air conditioning tend to sweat less.
Source: CNN / Childhood is the key to why you’re so sweaty
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Why was broccoli removed from Inside Out in Japan?
In one of the scenes of Inside Out, the girl Riley refuses to eat the broccoli her father is trying to feed her. For release in Japan, the scene was changed, replacing broccoli with green peppers. It turns out that most Japanese children quite like broccoli, but it was pepper that turned out to be their least favorite product, and in this form the fragment became more understandable to them.
Source: Business Insider / Why Pixar changed several scenes in “Inside Out” for foreign audiences
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Why was the Christ child in medieval paintings depicted with adult features?
In a significant part of medieval icons and paintings, the infant Christ is already depicted with the facial features of an adult and even balding. The reason for this was the idea of a homuncular Jesus, already at birth having an ideal body and unchanging features. Similarly, medieval artists often painted other children. In the Renaissance, the emphasis shifted towards portrait realism: the children of customers began to be portrayed as beautiful cherubs, and then the appearance of a normal child was returned to Christ.
Source: Theory and Practice / Children of the Middle Ages: why babies of that time look like ugly old people
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Canadian bachelor Charles Vance Miller bequeathed $500,000 to the woman who would have the most children within 10 years of his death. The “Great Stork Race” started at 1926, and 11 families took part in it. Ten years later, the victory was shared by four participants at once with the same result of 9 children, and each of them was awarded the equivalent of approximately 1.5 million US dollars at the rate of 2020, adjusted for inflation.
Source: Wikipedia / Great Stork Race
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Why were ball-slinging children first used at football matches?
English goalkeeper William Fulk at 193 cm reached 150 kg in weight, however, he made a successful career, often frightening rivals with his appearance alone. This factor was used by the functionaries of the Chelsea club, for which he played in the 1905-1906 season. They put two little boys outside the goal and gave them the task of fetching out-of-bounds balls, actually wanting to emphasize Fulk’s size in contrast. When the goalkeeper left the club, children continued to be used to carry balls – hence the tradition of ball fighting was born.
Source: Wikipedia / William Foulke (footballer)
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Who is to blame for the disappearance of seven million American children in one day in 1987?
On April 15, 1987, seven million children suddenly disappeared in the United States. It was the last day of the tax declaration campaign. Rules introduced that year required taxpayers to provide Social Security numbers for all dependent children. A to 19For 87 years, this was not necessary, and many Americans indicated non-existent children in order to save on payments.
Source: Snopes / Disappearing Dependents
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Which famous Russian made his name from the initial letters of his children’s names?
Entrepreneur and philanthropist Savva Mamontov had five children. He chose their names so that the initial letters would eventually form the name of Savva: Sergey, Andrey, Vsevolod, Vera and Alexandra.
Source: Vesti / Film by Arkady Mamontov “Abramtsevo”
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What literary work is mistakenly attributed to Hemingway?
Hemingway is often credited with writing the shortest poignant story: “For sale: baby shoes, never worn.” The writer allegedly made a bet with friends that he would write a finished work of six words, and won 10 dollars from them. In fact, actual advertisements for children’s shoes or strollers appeared in American newspapers long before Hemingway’s writing career began. Various authors have published articles discussing such announcements, describing them as short stories, and the story of Hemingway’s bet appeared in printed sources only 19 years ago. 90s.
Source: Wikipedia / For sale: baby shoes, never worn
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What woman managed to perform a caesarean section on herself?
In 2000, Mexican peasant woman Ines Ramirez, having no medical education, performed a caesarean section on herself and gave birth to a healthy child. When the contractions started, her husband was drunk. The nearest midwife was 80 kilometers from the village, which had only one telephone, and it was not close to home. After 12 hours of pain, Inez drank alcohol for anesthesia and made an incision on her stomach with a regular kitchen knife, after which she removed the baby and cut the umbilical cord with scissors. Later, she sent another son for help, and she and the newborn were taken to the hospital.
Source: Wikipedia / Self-inflicted caesarean section
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Why did the owner of a business in the 1960s give slingshots to the boys of his neighborhood?
In the 1960s, the owner of a Milan window glazing company gave every boy under 14 in the neighborhood a new slingshot to celebrate the company’s anniversary. The gift was accompanied by his business card with the inscription: “With gratitude for the continued cooperation.”
Source: Vokrug sveta / Appreciation
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How many pissing sculptures are installed in Brussels?
In addition to the world-famous Manneken Pis fountain, the people of Brussels installed the Manneken Pis fountain in 1987. And in 1999, the bronze statuette “Pissing Dog” with its hind paw up on a post joined the duet.
Source: Wikipedia / Girl Piss, Wikipedia / Dog Piss
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Why is Korean age different from European age?
In Korea, when a child is born, his age is already considered as one year. Growing up does not occur on a birthday, but at the time of the onset of the lunar New Year. If a Korean was born, for example, shortly before the Lunar New Year, then on this holiday he will already be two years old, although according to our usual account, only a few days. International counting of age in Korea is used in official and legal relations.
Source: Wikipedia / East Asian age count
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What happened to the parents of the girl who was photographed hugging Stalin?
Gelya Markizova became famous for being depicted in the famous photograph with Stalin, signed with the phrase: “Thank you Comrade Stalin for our happy childhood!”. Two years later, her father was shot, and her mother, along with Gelya, was sent into exile. After that, the inscription on the sculptures made from photographs was changed from “Stalin and Gel” to “Stalin and Mamlakat”, writing that this girl is actually a pioneer Mamlakat Nakhangova.
Source: Wikipedia / Cheshkova, Engelsina Sergeevna
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Why did they try to add an X-ray absorbing substance to the plastic for Lego?
In X-ray examinations of the gastrointestinal tract, barium sulfate is often used as a contrast agent, since it is practically insoluble in water and hydrochloric acid. This salt was tried to be added to the composition of Lego plastic, so that parts swallowed by children could be easily detected in the pictures. However, the experiment was considered unsuccessful due to a decrease in the strength of the parts, as well as their toxicity due to the fact that it was not possible to ensure sufficient purity of barium sulfate on an industrial scale.
Source: Wikipedia / Barium Sulphate
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How old was the youngest mother in the world?
In 1939, 5-year-old Lina Medina from Peru gave birth to a boy by caesarean section. This is the earliest recorded case of childbirth in the history of modern medical observations. Doctors revealed precocious puberty of the girl: she had her first menstruation at 8 months, and by the time of pregnancy, her genitals were fully formed. Who was the father of the child, Lina did not disclose.
Source: Wikipedia / Medina, Lina
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Which mythical character’s gifts correlate with changes in the S&P 500?
In Western countries, all children know the tooth fairy, who gives money in exchange for lost milk teeth placed under the pillow. Since the early 2000s, Delta Dental has been conducting an annual study in the United States of the average amount that parents put under their pillows. With the exception of one year, the downward or upward trend in this amount is strongly correlated with the change in the S&P 500 stock index. In other words, the gifts of the tooth fairy can be considered a mini-indicator of the state of affairs in the entire American economy.
Source: Delta Dental / Original Tooth Fairy Poll
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In what countries are some girls raised as boys?
In Afghanistan and Pakistan there is a tradition of raising girls as boys – such children are called “bacha-posh”. Such a remedy is resorted to by families in which only girls are born, which, according to local customs, is considered almost a shame for the family. Bacha posh is given a male name, dressed in boyish clothes and has a short haircut, and has more opportunities to appear in public, go to school and play sports. However, at the onset of puberty, bacha-posh has to return to the life of a girl again, losing all male rights, and then getting married. Often they become bad spouses because they have not learned how to properly cook, sew and do other work that is considered feminine.
Source: Wikipedia / Bacha-posh
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Which scientist was helped in his career by room wallpaper?
Sofia Kovalevskaya got acquainted with mathematics at an early age when there was not enough wallpaper for her room. Instead, the walls of the room were pasted over with sheets of Ostrogradsky’s lectures. When Kovalevskaya took lessons in differential calculus at the age of 15, many concepts were given to her quite easily, since the corresponding formulas were burned into her memory long before that.
Source: Wikipedia / Kovalevskaya, Sofia Vasilievna
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How many words did the ancient Greeks use to denote different types of love?
The Greeks have used different words for different meanings of love since ancient times. “Agape” – merciful, gentle love. Christians use this term to mean the love of God and God’s love for all living beings. “Eros” – passionate love with sexual attraction. “Filia” – brotherly love, a feeling that arises between good friends. “Storge” – love-attachment, especially between parents and children.
Source: Wikipedia / Greek words for love
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Kei and where are robot jockeys controlled?
Camel racing is popular in Eastern countries. It is not difficult for a jockey to control a camel, so weight is crucial – the lighter the jockey, the more advantage the couple has. This led to widespread exploitation of boys as young as 4 years old as riders, who were often starved to make them gain less weight. A few years ago, child labor was banned in the UAE and Qatar, which contributed to the development of miniature robot jockeys controlled by an operator remotely.
Source: Wikipedia / Robot jockey
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What happened in the life of film director Milos Forman when he came across an egg with two yolks?
In the Czech Republic, there is a tradition – when a child is born in a family, the newly-made father is served a plate of steaming lentils, where they break a raw egg. And film director Milos Forman, in his autobiography, told about an amazing case: when twins were born to him, they also arranged such a dish of lentils for him. But in the broken egg, instead of one, there were two yolks.
Source: Milos Forman. Circulation
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What role did the Bible play in the execution of a 14-year-old American?
The youngest American executed in the 20th century was 14-year-old black George Stinney. He was arrested in 1944 on suspicion of killing two white girls. The standard electric chair turned out to be too big for him, and in order to lift George, they put a Bible under him, which he brought with him to the cell.
Source: Wikipedia / Stinney, George
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Where can I buy baby condoms?
According to a study commissioned by the Swiss government, a significant proportion of adolescents who have had sex do not use condoms because they are too large. For boys aged 12 to 14, the largest condom manufacturer in Switzerland has launched a special Hotshot brand. Such products have a diameter of 45 mm with a standard of 52 mm.
Source: Fox News / “Extra Small” Condoms for 12-Year-Old Boys Go on Sale
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Why did Korney Chukovsky call God a magician in one of his edited books?
In Soviet times it was very difficult to get access to religious literature. Korney Chukovsky in the 1960s requested permission to publish biblical traditions adapted for children by famous writers and writers under his editorship. The project was allowed with a caveat: God and Jews should not be mentioned in the book, so they came up with the pseudonym “Magician Yahweh” for God. Despite this, the entire circulation of the book “The Tower of Babel and Other Ancient Legends”, published by the publishing house “Children’s Literature” in 1968, was destroyed, and the book was reprinted only in 1990.
Source: Wikipedia / Chukovsky, Korney Ivanovich
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Why is the ratio of newborn boys to girls in China much higher than the norm?
For over 30 years, China had a “one family, one child” policy, which meant it was illegal to have more than one child (although permission could be obtained for money). Such a policy made it possible to significantly reduce the birth rate, but at the same time led to a skew in the ratio of newborn boys and girls. In Asia, boys are traditionally valued more, because they will support their parents in old age, therefore, in the face of a limited number of children, many seek to acquire a boy. By the beginning of the 21st century, 117 boys per 100 girls were born in China at a normal ratio of 105:100, which promises future problems with finding a wife for millions of Chinese men. Since 2016, the government has relaxed the restriction, allowing families to have two children.
Source: Wikipedia / One-child policy
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Why are more boys born after large and protracted military conflicts than usual?
The “returned soldier phenomenon” is the surge in the birth rate of boys after major and protracted military conflicts. This effect has been statistically confirmed in large samples of participants in both world wars, but there is no generally accepted scientific explanation for it. One of the hypotheses connects the phenomenon with the growth of soldiers: using the example of the British who fought in the First World War, it is shown that soldiers who returned from the front are on average 3 cm taller than those who died. In turn, tall parents showed a higher probability of having a boy, so the better survival rate of tall fathers explains the gender shift described above. Another opinion explains the phenomenon by a change in the hormonal level of women who are forced to play the social roles of men who have gone to war.
Source: Wikipedia / Returning soldier effect
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Which nation has a tradition of coming of age at 83?
A bar mitzvah is a religious coming of age for Jewish boys at the age of 13. From that moment on, they are considered responsible for their actions, are required to observe all 613 commandments of the Torah, and can also own property and marry. In some Jewish communities, a tradition has developed to celebrate the Bar Mitzvah again at 83 years old. The old people proceed from the fact that, according to the Torah, the normal life expectancy of a person is 70 years, after which they, as it were, begin a second life span.
Source: Wikipedia / Bar and bat mitzvah
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Which porn star has parents as managers?
American porn star Sunny Lane is managed by her parents, with whom she lives in the same house. As a child, Sunny was engaged in figure skating, but due to an injury, she went into striptease and then into adult films. According to her, the transition was easy for her due to the usual practice of naturism in their house.
Source: Wikipedia / Sunny Lane
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Where and when did more than 200 people take part in a football match at the same time?
On May 17, 2010, an unusual charity football match took place in Spain – the Athletic Club from Bilbao played against 200 children at the same time. The children chose the tactics 66-80-51 with three goalkeepers, but still lost with a score of 3:5.
Source: Championship.com / Athletic Bilbao played against 200 children
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In what tribes does the initiation process for young men involve fellatio by the elders?
In the highlands of the island of New Guinea, the Sambia tribe lives, distinguished by a high degree of patriarchy. At the age of 9, boys were taken away from their mothers and raised in a male society. In the process of growing up and adopting masculinity, the boys repeatedly performed fellatio on their elders and swallowed their sperm. Oral sex among boys as part of the initiation process also existed in other tribes of this island – for example, the Baruya.
Source: Wikipedia / Sambia people, Wikipedia / Baruya
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Why are kindergartens called that?
In 1837, the German educator Friedrich Froebel opened an educational institution for young children, where they could play, sing, dance and learn important life skills, calling it Kindergarten, which means “kindergarten”. Through this concept, Froebel wanted to draw an analogy between such institutions and familiar gardens: children should be cared for and looked after in the same way as plants are looked after. Today, preschools are called kindergartens in many languages of the world.
Source: Wikipedia / Kindergarten
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Where and when did the children organize a series of demonstrations against the increase in the price of sweets?
After the Second World War, fixed military prices for consumer goods were unfrozen in Canada, which led to inflation. In the spring of 1947, the price of a candy bar in stores jumped from 5 cents to 8 cents at once, which led to mass discontent among children. First, a few schoolchildren staged a protest outside a store in a small town in the east of the country, and then the baton of boycotts and demonstrations was picked up by hundreds and thousands of children across Canada. The candy manufacturers responded with newspaper articles claiming that the actions were the work of the Communists, who had recruited child leaders to wreak havoc in society. The calculation turned out to be correct: if at first adults supported the initiatives of children, since they themselves were dissatisfied with inflation, then after publications in the media, parents and teachers began to prohibit youth from participating in demonstrations.
Source: Wikipedia / Chocolate protests in Canada
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Which change in the composition of gasoline is strongly correlated with a decrease in crime?
In the 20th century, tetraethyl lead additive was widely used in the production of gasoline to increase the octane number of fuel. However, since the 1970s, bans on its use began to be introduced in the United States and European countries. Recently, a strong correlation has been found: after leaded gasoline production began to decline, the number of violent crimes began to decrease accordingly, but with a time delay of 20 years. This is explained primarily by the toxic effects of lead on children. It has been statistically proven that the higher the lead content in the body, the higher the likelihood of slowing down intellectual development and the appearance of antisocial behavior.
Source: Wikipedia / Tetraethyllead
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Where and when did raisin bombers fly?
After the blockade of West Berlin began in 1948, air transport became the only way to supply it. American pilot Gail Helvorsen came up with the idea of dropping packets of sweets for children on small parachutes before landing at Tempelhof Airport. Soon other pilots followed his example, and sweets were bought with donations from residents of the United States and Great Britain. The packages usually contained chocolate, chewing gum and raisins, so all the planes delivering cargo for West Berlin began to be called “raisin bombers.”
Source: Wikipedia / Raisin bombers
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Why did the Nestle logo lose one chick in 1988?
For over a century, the Nestle logo has featured a bird and three chicks in a nest. In 1988, during the next rebranding, the logo lost one chick. One of the reasons for this was that by this time the average family in Western countries had two children instead of three.
Which poet was raised as a girl before the age of five?
The Austrian poet Rainer Maria Rilke was born into a family where a daughter had previously died at the age of a week. Two of his six names, René and Maria, were female. Until the age of five, his mother dressed Rilke in girlish dresses and played with him as with a girl.
Source: Wikipedia / Rainer Maria Rilke
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Where is the annual competition where you have to make children cry loudly?
Every year in Japan there is a festival of crying children. This is a competition among sumo wrestlers, whose task is to take the child in their hands and, using sounds or facial expressions, make him cry as quickly as possible. And if two babies start crying at the same time, the one who makes it louder wins. The Japanese believe that children’s crying scares away evil spirits and helps babies grow up healthy.
Source: Wikipedia / Naki sumo
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Who after the death of Pavlik Morozov got his name and surname?
The act of Pavlik Morozov elevated to the rank of a feat caused a wave of new denunciations against his relatives from children throughout the country. One of these “heroes” was a Chukchi boy named Yatyrgin. Having learned that part of the reindeer breeders of their village was going to leave with the herd to Alaska, Yatyrgin wanted to inform the Bolsheviks about this. The boy was guarded, hit with an ax and thrown into a hole, but he managed to get out and survive. When Yatyrgin was accepted as a pioneer, along with a tie, they decided to give him a new name with a surname – Pavlik Morozov.
Source: Ignatov VD Scammers in the history of Russia and the USSR
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Why do “mother” and “dad” sound similar in most languages of the world?
In most languages of the world, the words “mother” and “dad” have a similar sound. This is not due to the common origin of all languages, but to the fact that these words are the first word-like sounds uttered by babbling children. But sometimes such words can become false friends of the translator: for example, in Georgian “mother” is the father, and the mother’s name is “grandfather”.
Source: Wikipedia / Mom and Dad
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How old did an American woman live, actually remaining a one-year-old baby?
Born in 1993, American girl Brooke Greenberg lived to be 20 years old, but physically and mentally, she remained a baby. Her peak height was 76 cm, weight – 7 kg, mental development corresponded to a child of 9-12 months. Medical tests showed that there were no mutations in her genes responsible for aging. Scientists hoped to use the research of this girl to get closer to understanding the causes of human aging, but in 2013 Brooke died of bronchomalacia.
Source: Wikipedia / Brooke Greenberg
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Which person managed to survive when the body was hypothermia up to 13 °C?
Hypothermia, or hypothermia of the body, becomes fatal for the average person at temperatures below 28 °C. A long stay in this state leads first to a strong slowdown in motor and mental activity, pulse and respiratory rate, then to the failure of the internal organs and, finally, to the failure of the brain. However, in some cases, people survived at much lower cooling. The current record is held by a 7-year-old Swedish girl who nearly drowned in the ocean. When she was taken to the hospital, the thermometer showed a body temperature of 13 ° C. According to the doctors, she was able to survive, including due to her age, since the developing brain is much better able to endure such difficulties.
Source: Wikipedia / Hypothermia
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Which country has several heavy metal bands specifically for children?
In Finland there are several heavy metal bands especially for children. The most famous of them – Hevisaurus – performs in dinosaur costumes. Moottörin Jyrinä covers classic hits from the likes of Iron Maiden, Motörhead and Ozzy Osbourne, translating lyrics into Finnish in a kid-friendly way with an educational twist.
Source: Wikipedia / Hevisaurus, Wikipedia / Moottörin Jyrinä
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Who started making music at the age of five?
Three-year-old Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart not only watched with interest the lessons of playing the harpsichord that his father gave his seven-year-old sister, but also tried to find the harmonies himself, sitting down to the instrument. The impressed father soon began to learn small pieces with his son as well. And at the age of five, Mozart began to compose small pieces himself.
Source: Wikipedia / Mozart, Wolfgang Amadeus
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In which country do children get to school by crossing a river on steel cables?
In some mountainous areas of Colombia, villages, separated from the “mainland” by rivers or other obstacles, are connected to it only by a system of steel cables. They are used by both adults delivering goods to and from the city, and children who need to get to school. Captured in picture 9A 1-year-old girl rides down a cable at a speed of 65 km/h while carrying her 5-year-old brother in a sack, who cannot yet ride on his own.
Source: The Guardian / Colombian Cable Runners
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Where are newborns dropped from 15 meters to grow up healthy?
In some Indian villages there is a ritual of throwing newborn babies off the roof of a temple. For example, in the village of Musti, Maharashtra, children are thrown from a height of 15 meters onto a tent stretched below. The rite for their babies is ordered by both Muslim women and Hindu women, who believe that this test will bring health and good luck to the child in the future.
Source: Wikipedia / Baba Umer Dargah
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Why did men of various nations imitate the birth of their wives?
Even ancient Greek historians described among the inhabitants of Corsica and Spain the rite of kuvada, in which the husband of the woman in labor simulates contractions, and after the birth of the child lies next to him in bed in women’s clothes and accepts congratulations. At this time, the wife does the usual housework, only occasionally feeding the child. Kuvada was common among various peoples all over the planet, and no further than 19century, this rite was described among the Belarusians and in the Smolensk province. The main reason for this behavior of fathers is considered to be the desire to deceive evil spirits who come for a weak woman in labor and a child, but instead meet a strong male guardian.
Source: Wikipedia / Kuvada
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Who checked the temperature of the water in the font with a thermometer during the baptism of a child?
When the son of the archaeologist Schliemann, who found Troy, was born, his Orthodox wife insisted on the baptism of the child. During the baptism ceremony, Schliemann wanted to check the temperature of the water and plunged a thermometer into it, which caused great indignation of the priest. Only after much persuasion on the part of the wife, the water was replaced and the ceremony was completed.
Source: Ann Kerns. Troy
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How can a malignant tumor of the retina be diagnosed from a photograph?
An abnormal white glare in the eye is called leukocoria, it is more common in children and can indicate many diseases, including serious ones such as cataracts, toxocariasis and retinoblastoma, a malignant tumor of the retina of the eye. One of the methods of early diagnosis of leukocoria can be a regular photograph. If the child in the photo has one eye red due to the usual red-eye effect, but the other glows white, this is an occasion to see a doctor for more serious tests.
Source: Wikipedia / Leukocoria
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Which shoe company gives another pair of shoes to children from poor families for every pair of shoes sold?
American businessman Blake Mykosky, while on vacation in Argentina, faced the fact that many children from poor families walked down the street without shoes. This fact gave him the idea for a new project: instead of founding another charitable foundation, he organized the Toms Shoes shoe manufacturing enterprise, choosing traditional Latin American woven alpargata sandals as the basis for the design of shoes. Since its launch in 2006, the Toms brand has adhered to a strict rule: for every pair of shoes sold, the company gives another pair to children from poor families around the world. As of 2012, over a million children in 40 countries have received Toms shoes.
Source: Wikipedia / Toms Shoes
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Where is the tradition of eating eggs boiled in the urine of little boys?
In the Chinese city of Dunyang, there is a tradition at the beginning of each spring to eat eggs boiled according to a unique recipe – in the urine of little boys. Urine is collected in elementary schools, and then preparations begin, which can take up to a whole day. Locals claim that these “virgin eggs” smell like spring.
Source: Wikipedia / Tongzidan
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Why was the VAZ-2121 car called “Niva”?
The name of the car VAZ-2121 “Niva” has nothing to do with the sown fields. It turned out by adding the first letters of the names of the children of the chief designers: one had daughters Natalya and Irina, and the other had sons Vadim and Andrey.
Source: Results / Interview with Petr Prusov
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How did an Australian help save more than 2 million newborns?
Australian James Harrison has donated more than 1,000 blood in his lifetime. Antibodies in his rare blood type help newborns with hemolytic disease survive. In total, thanks to Harrison’s donation, according to rough estimates, more than 2 million babies were saved, including his own granddaughter.
Source: Wikipedia / Harrison, James
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What kind of people bury babies in trees?
The Indonesian people of Toraja are known for their special attitude towards death, which the relatives of the deceased celebrate magnificently with the invitation of hundreds of guests. Although the Toraj call themselves Christians, they are rarely buried in the ground – mostly the dead are placed in crypts carved into the cliffs, or in wooden coffins suspended on the rocks. If a small child dies among Torajas, whose teeth are not yet being cut, they bury him in a hollow made in a large tree. It is believed that the tree heals the wound and absorbs the body and soul of the child.
Source: Wikipedia / Torajan people, Amusing Planet / The Peculiar Burial Rites of Tana Toraja
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What is the difference between the subconscious reaction to children’s crying in men and women?
A special reaction of women to children’s crying is laid down at the level of an unconscious “program” of the brain. In a study by Italian scientists, men and women were asked to listen to 15-minute segments of white noise, interspersed with silence and the crying of a hungry child. Magnetic resonance imaging revealed that in men during crying, there was no change in brain activity patterns, while women’s brain wave activity immediately changed. And it did not depend on whether the woman had children or not yet.
Source: Live Science / Why Baby’s Hungry Cry Tugs at Women (But Not Men)
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Which people considered squint one of the signs of beauty?
The Mayan people considered strabismus to be one of the signs of beauty. To deliberately develop it, a rubber ball was tied to the child at eye level. Even the Maya bandaged wooden planks to the forehead of children to flatten the frontal bone of the skull. This shape of the head was considered more noble, besides, it was convenient to hook straps on such a forehead in order to carry heavy loads.
Source: Wikipedia / Mayan costume
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Where is it not considered reprehensible for a mother to caress her boy’s genitals with her mouth in public?
In many Asian countries, mothers used to caress the genitals of their little sons with their mouths as a sign of love and affection, including in public, and this was not considered reprehensible. Even in the 21st century, scenes like this have been recorded in parts of Cambodia, Thailand, Papua New Guinea, India and China – mostly in rural areas or poor urban areas. In the middle of the 20th century, in Japanese families of low social status, the customs of caressing boys by their mothers were recorded so that they fell asleep faster. As Asian countries become globalized, such traditions are dying out.
Source: The Straight Dope / Do some cultures perform sex acts on babies to help them sleep?, Wikipedia / Public display of affection
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Which male name is most widespread in the world?
The name Mohammed, if you add up all its variations, is considered the most popular male name in the world. Muslims like to name their children in honor of their prophet. According to statistical publications, the name Muhammad is the most popular for newborns not only in Islamic countries, but also in many European cities.
Source: Wikipedia / Muhammad (name)
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Where are special cities where children can learn adult professions?
Mexican entertainment center KidZania is a small copy of a real city for children. It includes buildings, shops, theaters and urban transport. Children from 2 to 14 years old can spend the whole day here, choosing any of the 70 professions. In this way, they study the structure of the adult world, learn the value of work and earn money in the city’s internal currency. In addition to Mexico, KidZania is already open or is about to appear in many other countries.
Source: Wikipedia / KidZania
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Why did Peter Pan’s author endow him with the property of never growing up?
James Barry created the image of Peter Pan – a boy who will never grow up – for a reason. This hero became a dedication to the author’s elder brother, who died the day before he turned 14 and remained forever young in his mother’s memory.
Source: Wikipedia / Peter Pan
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What do American children play when they show each other the fig?
The folded palm in many countries is considered a very rude gesture, denoting copulation. However, in the USA, Great Britain, France and some other countries, the cookie does not mean anything bad, but is used in the children’s game “I stole your nose.” One player puts the index and middle fingers to the nose of the other, then removes and sticks a large one between them, which is considered to be a stolen nose. The task of the other player is to catch up with the first and regain his nose.
Source: Wikipedia / Fig sign
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Where and when did the schoolgirls die in a fire because they weren’t allowed out for lack of proper clothing?
In 2002, in the city of Mecca, Saudi Arabia, there was a fire at a girls’ school, as a result of which 15 students died and more than 50 were injured. for the promotion of virtue and the prevention of vice – the local religious police. They prevented firefighters from evacuating the girls, who were not wearing proper Islamic clothing, from the building. Although, according to an official state investigation, there was nothing of the kind, and the causes of the tragedy were the overcrowding of the school and the resulting panic stampede, as well as the lack of fire extinguishers.
Source: Wikipedia / Fire in Mecca (2002)
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What sad rhyme do English children tell the ladybug?
The ladybug in most European languages has a similar name or is called the ladybug of the Mother of God, and in Israel – the cow of Moses. In many languages there is also a counting rhyme similar to ours, in which they ask to fly to heaven and bring bread. In English, it is much sadder – the ladybug is told that her house is on fire and the children are left alone.
Source: Wikipedia / Coccinellidae
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Where does the expression “smoking room alive” come from?
In the old days in Russia, children, among other things, played “smoking room”. A burning splinter was passed around the circle, and the one in whose hands it went out was considered a loser. During the game, it was necessary to sing: “Alive, alive Smoking room, alive, alive, not dead!”. It was from here that the expression “the smoking room is alive” arose, which can be used in relation to a person who is in good health and continues to do his job, although they thought about him that he had already disappeared or died somewhere.
Source: Wikipedia / Alive smoking room
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Why did Marvel create a new superhero who constantly uses a hearing aid?
Marvel employees received a letter asking for help from the mother of 4-year-old boy Anthony Smith. The child was almost completely deaf, and he needed to wear a hearing aid, but he refused to do this, since superheroes do not use such devices. Marvel immediately remembered one of the Hawkeye comics when he was forced to wear a hearing aid due to an injury. The artists created the special, pairing Hawkeye with a new The Blue Ear character inspired by Anthony, who said, “With my machine, I can hear calls for help from anyone in need!” Having received these drawings as a gift from Marvel, the boy began to put on the device with pleasure.
Source: Wikipedia / Iron Man: Sound Effects
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Which girl’s death helped provide clean water to 60,000 Africans?
On her ninth birthday in 2011, Seattle girl Rachel Backvis asked her family and friends to donate money to a charity page instead of gifts. Thus, she wanted to save $ 300 and give it to a fund that builds wells for the people of Africa. Rachel collected $220, and a month and a half later she had an accident and died. Her death attracted public attention, and more and more donations began to come to her page. In total, more than a million dollars were collected, which was enough to provide clean water to 60,000 people in need.
Source: Wikipedia / Backvis, Rachel
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What rich man forced his son to wear older sisters’ dresses?
The famous billionaire John Rockefeller had four daughters and only son, John Rockefeller Jr. The children were brought up in strictness and economy, and John wore the sisters’ dresses until the age of eight.
Source: The Hustle / The Epic Rise of John D. Rockefeller
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Which actor was forced to play in Harry Potter by his granddaughter?
Richard Harris, who played Albus Dumbledore in Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, initially turned down the role as he was already seriously ill. His 11-year-old granddaughter found out about the offer and said she would never speak to her grandfather again if he turned down the role. Only after that Harris gave his consent to filming.
Source: Wikipedia / Richard Harris
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What feature of human aging is used in the device to disperse teenagers?
The older the person, the less high frequencies he can hear. This principle is the basis of the Mosquito device, which is used to disperse unwanted groups of teenagers with a high-frequency sound that is not noticeable to adults. The same effect was used to create the “Teen buzz” ringtone, which children installed on their phones and left on during class without any teacher approval.
Source: Wikipedia / The Mosquito
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How did a Jewish girl win the Aryan children photo contest?
The competition for the best photo of an Aryan child, held in the Third Reich in 1935, was won by six-month-old Hessie Taft. The organizers of the competition and Goebbels himself, who is credited with choosing the winner, did not suspect that the girl was Jewish. Her mother, Paulina Levenson, took Hessie to a photographer to take pictures for a family album, who, without the knowledge of her parents, sent a photo to the competition. The girl had to be hidden at home, and a few years later the family managed to leave Germany and eventually reach the United States.
Source: Wikipedia / Taft, Hessy
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Why is Lewis Carroll unfairly accused of pedophilia?
Lewis Carroll liked to communicate and be friends with little girls, but was not a pedophile, as many of his biographers claim. Often his girlfriends underestimated their age, or he himself called adult ladies girls. The reason was that the morality of that era in England strictly condemned communication with a young woman in private, and girls under 14 were considered asexual, and friendship with them was completely innocent.
Source: Wikipedia / Lewis Carroll
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After which cartoon was shown, about 700 children ended up in hospitals?
On December 16, 1997, episode 38 of the Pokemon animated series aired on Japanese television, which featured footage of a particularly intense and striking Pikachu attack of alternating red and blue flashes. In many children, this provoked a painful reaction resembling an epileptic seizure – in total, about 700 people were hospitalized. Many more children reported being unwell, but doctors believe that their symptoms were not caused by the transmission itself, but by the mass hysteria around it. Even among the hospitalized, there were many who pretended to be sick in order not to go to school.
Source: Wikipedia / Pokemon
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Why can’t people breathe and swallow at the same time?
The human vocal apparatus gives him the ability to speak, which is different from all other animals. At the same time, its complex structure does not allow humans, unlike animals, to breathe and swallow at the same time. Although newborn babies can do this, they are no longer able to do so at around age 9.months when the larynx begins to descend.
Source: Discover / 20 Things You Didn’t Know About… Language
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Which famous physicist said his engineer son was working on a more complex problem?
Hans Einstein, second son of Albert Einstein, was a renowned engineer and specialized in fluid dynamics and sediment movement. Journalists often asked why he did not follow in his father’s footsteps, to which Hans replied that his father was pleased with his choice. Albert Einstein himself once retorted a similar question, saying that his son was working on a more difficult problem.
Source: Walter C. Mih. The Fascinating Life and Theory of Albert Einstein
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In what country do children and adults play pranks on each other with imitation anus enemas?
In Japan, there is a popular prank called kancho, which means “enema”, when one person puts his palms together, stretches out his index fingers and tries to stick them into the anal area of another person. Most often, younger students play this game, but often Japanese adults can afford to make kancho.
Source: Wikipedia / Kantyo (game)
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Which boy is often played by women in the theater?
Peter Pan in theatrical productions is often played not by boys, but by petite women. One of the reasons for this was that in England in the early 20th century, when James Barry wrote the work, there was a law prohibiting children under 14 from working after 9 pm.
Source: People / Why Does a Woman Always Play Peter Pan?
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Why do photographers say: “A bird is about to fly!”?
In the past, photographers used to say, “Look here! The bird is about to fly!” This bird was quite real at the beginning of the era of mass photography – though not alive, but brass. In those days, cameras were far from perfect, and in order to get a good picture, people had to freeze in one position for several seconds. To attract the attention of restless children, the photographer’s assistant at the right time raised a brilliant “bird”, which, moreover, already knew how to make trills.
Source: Argumenty i Fakty / Where did the expression “a bird will fly out” come from?
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In what country was the national sign language invented by deaf children?
In Nicaragua, where there was no organized deaf community, the first specialized school for deaf children opened in the late 1970s. According to the program, they were taught conversational Spanish and lip reading, and from gestures, teachers used only simple finger signs of the sign alphabet. This technique did not achieve much success, but when communicating with each other, the children invented a language from a combination of school and their home gestures. Younger children borrowed the invention, but supplemented it with verbs and other grammatical categories, and now this pidgin is officially called Nicaraguan Sign Language.
Source: Wikipedia / Nicaraguan Sign Language
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Why can we assume that smoking saved Picasso’s life?
The midwife thought Pablo Picasso was stillborn. The child was saved by his uncle, a doctor who smoked cigars. Seeing the baby lying on the table, he blew smoke in his face, after which Pablo roared. Thus, it can be said that smoking saved Picasso’s life.
Source: SUR / Pablo Picasso: the baby everyone thought was dead
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Why do some American bikers accompany children to court hearings?
Bikers Against Child Abuse is a non-profit organization in the United States dedicated to protecting children from sexual, physical and emotional abuse. Often children in this situation are afraid to testify. Bikers find out about cases of violence from the police and provide support for children: accompanying them to court hearings, from home to school and back, as well as donating their equipment and symbolically accepting them into their brotherhood.
Source: Bikers Against Child Abuse / FAQ
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Why did Disney avoid feminine words in cartoon titles?
The Princess and the Frog cartoon did not bring the expected income to Disney. After that, the studio decided to avoid words associated with the female gender in the titles of their works, for fear that they repel boys from visiting cinemas. Therefore, the cartoon, known to us as “Rapunzel: a tangled story”, was originally released under the neutral name “Tangled” (“Confused”). And the tape “Frozen” based on the fairy tale “The Snow Queen” was originally called “Frozen” (“Frozen”).
Source: The New York Times / Boys Don’t Run Away From These Princesses
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Where are most of the world’s soccer balls made?
Approximately 60% of all soccer balls in the world are produced in the Pakistani city of Sialkot. A significant number of these balls are made using child labor, although this problem has been addressed in recent years.
Source: Wikipedia / Sialkot
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Why did Queen Victoria name one of her daughter’s cows on a court farm?
For centuries, royalty have delegated the work of feeding their children to nannies. Queen Victoria, who gave birth to nine, also considered breastfeeding a shameful activity for herself. She was very upset when her daughter Vicki decided to give up babysitting, and then her second daughter Alice followed her example. Victoria compared them to cows and even named one of the dairy cows on the farm at Alice’s court.
Source: Daily Mail / Will Kate Middleton choose breast over bottle?
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Where did the expression “whipping boy” come from?
Whipping boys in England and other European countries of the 13th-18th centuries were called boys who were brought up with princes and received corporal punishment for the prince’s misdeeds. The effectiveness of this method was no worse than the direct flogging of the culprit, since the prince did not have the opportunity to play with other children, except for the boy, with whom he had a strong emotional connection.
Source: Wikipedia / Whipping boy
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Where was the childlessness tax?
In the USSR since November 1941 there was a tax on childlessness, which was 6% of the salary. It was paid by childless men from 20 to 50 years old and childless married women from 20 to 45 years old.
Source: Wikipedia / Tax on childlessness
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When did the division of the color of clothes into pink for girls and blue for boys appear?
Today, the common colors for girls and boys are pink and blue, respectively. However, such a division was formed in the United States and European countries only in the 1940s. Until that time, recommendations for parents on choosing the color of clothes were rarely based on the gender of the child: some sources advised choosing by hair color, others by eye color. And in the case of gender, the recommendations were directly opposite to modern standards. For example, in the children’s issue of Earnshaw’s Infants’ Department of 1918 years it was said: “According to the generally accepted rule, pink should be chosen for boys, and blue for girls, since pink is stronger and more solid, and blue is more elegant and sophisticated.”
Source: Smithsonian Magazine / When Did Girls Start Wearing Pink?
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Where and when did the epidemic of laughter break out, engulfing about a thousand children?
In 1962, an epidemic of laughter broke out in Tanganyika (present-day Tanzania), which eventually affected more than a thousand children. It began at a girls’ school in the village of Kashasha – at first three students laughed, and soon most of the girls were infected with laughter. Attacks of laughter in each lasted from several hours to several days in a row. The school was soon temporarily closed, but the epidemic spread to other children and teenagers in 14 schools in nearby villages. The phenomenon finally disappeared 18 months after the first recorded cases.
Source: Wikipedia / Tanganyika Laughter Epidemic
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In which country were children forced to act like grazing sheep?
General Secretary of the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China Xi Jinping, talking about measures to overcome poverty, mentioned the local excesses. In one of the provinces, preparing for the passage of the motorcade of the authorities, the local authorities dressed the children in white bags and placed them on the hills. They were supposed to appear like sheep and give the impression of a prosperous area.
Source: The Washington Post / China’s Xi tells grumbling party cadres: “Don’t talk back”
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A newborn cries with an intonation characteristic of the language of his mother, which he hears in the womb. Such conclusions were made by German scientists based on the analysis of the crying of 60 babies, half of which were born in German-speaking families, and the other in French-speaking ones. It turned out that the children of French women raise their voices with each cry, and the children of German women lower their voices, and it is precisely such intonation differences that are characteristic of the respective languages. Most likely, the voice of newborns adjusts to the right accent to establish a closer bond with the mother.
Source: BBC / Babies “cry in mother’s tongue”
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What probability does a picture of a baby in a wallet increase?
In 2009, a group of Scottish psychologists conducted an experiment, “losing” 240 wallets on the streets of Edinburgh, which contained the contact details of the owner. In total, 42% of wallets were returned, however, the return percentage varied greatly depending on which photo was inside. So, the owners were sent 88% of wallets that contained a photo of a baby, 53% with a photo of a pet, 48% with a general family photo, 28% with an image of an elderly couple, and only 15% of those where there was no photo at all.
Source: Lifehacker / Baby Photos Might Get Your Lost Wallet Returned
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How many bones does the human skeleton decrease in the process of growing up?
In a newborn baby, about 270 bones can be identified in the skeleton. Gradually, some of them grow together, and an adult has an average of 206 bones.
Source: Wikipedia / Human skeleton
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Who did the Oklahoma Parliament declare an 11-year-old black girl in 1913?
Sarah Rector, a black American woman, was nine years old when, in 1911, oil was found on her piece of land. Her family members were descendants of slaves who, after being freed, became members of the Indian tribe and received considerable land holdings, although of little use for agriculture. The well turned out to be very productive, and Sarah began to rapidly grow rich due to the rent from the oil company, however, due to racial segregation, she could not enjoy some benefits – for example, to travel first class on trains. To allow her to do this, the Oklahoma Parliament passed a special law declaring the girl a white person.
Source: Wikipedia / Sarah Rector
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Where did the expression “no brainer” come from?
The source of the expression “and a no-brainer” is Mayakovsky’s poem (“It is clear even to a no-brainer – / This Petya was a bourgeois”). It became widespread first in the Strugatsky story “The Land of Crimson Clouds”, and then in Soviet boarding schools for gifted children. They recruited teenagers who had two years left to study (grades A, B, C, D, E) or one year (grades E, F, I). The students of the one-year stream were called “hedgehogs”. When they came to the boarding school, two-year students were already ahead of them in a non-standard program, so at the beginning of the school year, the expression “no brainer” was very relevant.
Source: Culture of written speech / Why is everything clear to the hedgehog?
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What did the American, whom many considered the smartest person in history, achieve?
American William James Sidis, born in 1898, could read the New York Times at the age of eighteen months, knew eight languages by the age of eight and invented another one on his own, and at the age of 11 he entered Harvard, where a year later he lectured on four-dimensional bodies in a mathematical circle. His IQ was estimated at 250-300 units, although these figures may be exaggerated because Sidis never took an IQ test. However, such an early start did not bring him fame – after receiving a bachelor’s degree at the age of 16 and working for some time as a teacher, he retired from public life. Working as a simple accountant and in other unskilled positions, Sidis devoted himself to collecting and studying transportation systems, and sometimes published works in various fields of knowledge: anthropology, philology, cosmology, and Indian history.
Source: Wikipedia / William James Sidis
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What explains red-eye in photographs?
A flash located on the same optical axis as the camera is to blame for the appearance of red eyes in photographs. Its bright light passes through the pupil and is reflected from the choroid that feeds the retina with blood – this is the reason for the red color. The effect is stronger in fair-skinned people, as they have a lower concentration of melanin pigment, and in children, because their pupils dilate faster in the dark. Keeping the flash away from the lens helps to avoid red-eye.
Source: Wikipedia / Red-eye effect
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In which country half a century ago were beer served in school canteens?
In Belgium, table beer is brewed with an alcohol content of up to 1.5%, intended to be washed down with meals during lunch or dinner. Until the 1970s, such beer was constantly served in school cafeterias, but then it was replaced by soda. Although today in Belgium there are many supporters of the return of table beer to schools, because, in their opinion, it is more useful than cola.
Source: Wikipedia / Belgian beer
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To which institution did the author bequeath the proceeds of the Peter Pan copyright?
Shortly before his death, the author of “Peter Pan” James Barry bequeathed all the proceeds from the copyright on this character to the Great Ormond Street Children’s Hospital in London. The funds received for many years constituted a significant part of the hospital’s budget.
Source: Wikipedia / J. M. Barrie
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Who has been producing a library for his son for 28 years?
Louis XIV ordered the publication of an educational library of Greek and Roman classics for the education of his son, cleansed of obscenities and accompanied by commentaries on difficult passages. The collection of 64 volumes was completed 28 years after the start of work, when the son himself had long had children.
Source: Wikipedia / Ad usum Delphini
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Who devoted his life to proving the hypothesis that geniuses can be raised?
The Hungarian teacher Laszlo Polgar set out to raise children-geniuses as a student and even chose his wife, a teacher of foreign languages from Ukraine named Klara, having coordinated these goals with her. After analyzing the biographies of many prominent people, Polgar came to the conclusion that any healthy child can be made a genius if he is taught methodically and intensively from infancy. Laszlo and Clara gave birth to three daughters and decided to devote their lives to chess, since success in this game can always be objectively assessed. In order to concentrate as much as possible on chess, the parents demanded permission from the Hungarian government for the girls to be taught at home. All three achieved great success: Sofia became a women’s grandmaster, and Zhuzha and Judit became men’s grandmasters and one of the strongest female chess players in history.
Source: Wikipedia / László Polgár
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In which country was the Catholic Church involved in kidnapping thousands of children?
After the victory of the rebels in the Spanish Civil War, Franco ordered thousands of Republican children to be kidnapped and given for adoption to families loyal to the regime. Later, the practice of removing children from parents who were considered morally or financially unstable was introduced immediately in maternity hospitals. The chain involved both doctors and the Catholic Church, which plays an important role in many areas of Spanish life. Priests and nuns kept lists of adoptive parents from Catholic families, and children sold to them were declared dead shortly after birth to real mothers. This practice continued until 1990s, but due to the lack of an official state investigation it is difficult to give the total number of abducted children, although some lawyers estimate it could be as high as 300,000.
Source: BBC / Spain’s stolen babies and the families who lived a lie Spain catholicism crimes Francisco Franco
Why did Russian aristocrats give some children truncated surnames?
Russian aristocrats and members of the imperial family often gave their illegitimate children surnames formed by truncation. For example, the illegitimate children of the Trubetskoy could receive the surname Betskoy, and the Golitsyns – Litsyn or even just Go. Another interesting way was to use anagrams. So, the surname Lunacharsky came from the surname Charnalusky.
Source: Wikipedia / Surnames of illegitimate children
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Which cut off part of a child’s body can regenerate?
Cut off fingertips in children can regenerate by themselves if the cutting line does not extend beyond the beginning of the nail. In medical practice, such cases are repeatedly described when the bone, flesh and nail grow back, although the pattern of the fingerprint is not restored. The exact mechanism of this process is unknown, but experiments with mice revealed that stem cells responsible for the continuous growth of claws are involved in the regeneration process.
Source: NPR / Chopped: How Amputated Fingertips Sometimes Grow Back
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What did Pablo Escobar do when his daughter said she wanted a unicorn?
Colombian drug lord Pablo Escobar raised his daughter Manuela like a princess. Once she wanted a unicorn, and Escobar ordered a horse to be delivered to her, on whose head a horn was nailed with staples, and wings on her back. The animal subsequently died from the infection.
Source: The Vintage News / When Pablo Escobar’s Daughter Wanted a Unicorn He Simply “Made” Her a Live One
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The greedy beef children’s teaser varies greatly from region to region. In Moscow and the Penza region, the most common continuation is “… the Turkish drum, whoever plays it, that red cockroach.” In the northwestern part of Russia and some regions of the Volga region and the Urals – “… empty chocolate” or “… big chocolate”. But most often there is a continuation “… pickled cucumber, lying on the floor, no one eats it.”
Source: N+1 / Cartography and chronology zhadin
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Prayers for children and godchildren
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Our merciful and heavenly God! Have mercy on our children (names) and our godchildren (names) , for whom we humbly pray to You and whom we commit to Your care and protection. Put strong faith in them, teach them to revere You and make them worthy to love You, our Creator and Savior. Guide them, O God, on the path of truth and goodness, so that they do everything for the glory of Your name. Teach them to live piously and virtuously, to be good Christians and useful people. Give them health of mind and body and success in their labors. Deliver them from the cunning wiles of the devil, from numerous temptations, from bad passions, and from all wicked and disorderly people. For the sake of Your Son, our Lord Jesus Christ, through the prayers of His Most Pure Mother and all the saints, bring them to the quiet haven of Your eternal Kingdom, so that they, with all the righteous, always thank You with Your only begotten Son and Your life-giving Spirit. (name) let it grow from the grain of the mountain into a tree of blessed leaves and bring good fruit to the glory of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Translation: Lord Jesus Christ, our God, in the Jordan from John, according to Your will, You wanted to be baptized and gave the commandment to us to be baptized for the remission of sins, have mercy and save the child (name of the child), I took (taken) from the font. Grant him (her) sincere faith, love for You our Savior and for your neighbor (see: Luke 10:25–37). Guide him (her) on the path of salvation yourself, and when he grows up, he will be honored with spiritual gifts, keep his bodily health and the Kingdom of Heaven in his soul, and let (name the child’s name) grow from a grain of mustard tree, casting a shadow, and bring good fruit ( Mark 4:31-32) to the glory of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Prayer for children and godchildren, Archim. John (Krestiankina)
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Sweetest Jesus! God of my heart! You gave me children according to the flesh, they are Yours according to your soul. You redeemed both my soul and theirs with Your priceless Blood. For the sake of Your Divine Blood, I beg You, my sweetest Savior, with Your grace touch the hearts of my children (names) and my godchildren (names) , protect them with Your Divine fear, keep them from bad inclinations and habits, direct them to the bright path of life, truth and goodness. Decorate their lives with everything good and saving, arrange their fate as you yourself want and save their souls with their own destinies! Lord, God of our fathers! To my children (names) and to my godchildren (names) give a right heart to keep Thy commandments, Thy testimonies and Thy statutes. And do it all! Amen.
Prayer to God the Father
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Holy Father, Eternal God! I pray to you for my child (name) Thy goodness has been given to me. You gave him life, revived him with an immortal soul, protected him with holy baptism, in which he should live in accordance with Your will and inherit the Kingdom of Heaven. Keep him in Thy grace until the end of his life. Assist us with Your grace, so that I can bring him up for the glory of Your name and for the benefit of others, give us the necessary means, patience and strength for this. Lord, enlighten him with the light of Thy wisdom, may he love Thee with all his soul and with all his mind. Plant in his heart fear and aversion from all iniquity, that he may be blameless in his ways. Lord, adorn his soul with chastity, long-suffering and all honesty, so that all slander, lies and flattery will be abominable to him. Sprinkle it with the dew of Thy grace, may it prosper in virtue and holiness, and may it grow in Thy love and the love of pious people. May the Guardian Angel always abide with him and keep his youth from vain thoughts, from the charms and temptations of this world, and from all the slanders of the evil one. And if he sins against You, do not turn Your face away from him, but be merciful to him, stir up contrition in his heart, and, according to the multitude of Your mercies, cleanse his sins. Do not deprive him of your earthly blessings, but send him everything he needs in time to acquire blessed eternity. Save him from every misfortune, misfortune and illness, and cover his belly all the days. Good God, I still pray to You: give me joy and joy about my child and make me appear at Your terrible judgment and with shameless boldness say: behold, and my child, even thou hast given me, Lord. Yes, together with him glorifying Thy inexpressible mercy, I exalt Thy most holy name, the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, now and forever, and forever and ever. Amen.
Translation: Holy Father, Eternal God! I pray to You for my child (name), whom (which) You gave me by Your goodness. You gave him (her) being and revived his (her) immortal soul, protected him (her) with holy baptism, so that he (she) could live in accordance with Your will and inherit the Kingdom of Heaven. Keep him (her) in Your grace until the end of his (her) life. Assist me with Your grace, so that I would educate (educate) him (her) for the glory of Your name and for the benefit of others, give me all the necessary means, patience and strength for this. Lord, enlighten him (her) with the light of Your wisdom, may he love You with all his soul and all his thoughts. Generate in his (her) heart fear and disgust from every iniquity, let him be blameless in his ways. Lord, adorn his (her) soul with chastity, long-suffering and every honesty, and any slander, lies and flattery will be disgusting to him (her). Sprinkle him (her) with the dew of Thy grace, may he succeed in virtue and holiness, and may he grow in Thy love and in the love of pious people. May the Guardian Angel always be with him (her) and keep his (her) youth from vain thoughts, from the charms and temptations of this world and from all the attempts of the evil one. If, however, when he sins against You, do not turn Your face away from him (her), but be merciful to him (her), arouse trembling in his (her) heart and, according to the multitude of Your mercies, cleanse his (her) sins (see ch. : Ps.50:1). Do not deprive him (her) and your earthly blessings, but send him (her) everything you need in due time in order to gain happiness in eternity. Save him (her) from any misfortune, misfortune and illness, and cover all the days of his (her) life. Good God, I still pray to You: give me joy and joy about my child and make me worthy to appear at Your Terrible Judgment and say with fearless boldness: “This is me and my child whom You gave me, Lord” (Is.8:18 ). Yes, together with him glorifying Thy unspeakable mercy, I exalt Thy most holy name, the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, now and always, and forever and ever. Amen.
Prayer 2 to God the Father
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I diligently pray to you for the children whom your grace has bestowed on me. You gave them life, revived them with an immortal soul, revived them with holy baptism, so that they, in accordance with Your will, inherit the Kingdom of Heaven, keep them according to Your goodness until the end of their lives. Sanctify them in Thy truth, that Thy name may be sanctified in them. Help me by Your grace to raise them for the glory of Your name and for the benefit of others, give me the necessary means for this: patience and strength. Group, enlighten your wisdom, let them be all the soul, with all the thought, in heart, and aversion from all the lawsuits, may they be in the occasion, decorated with a whole, prolonged, , vainglory, abominations, sprinkle with the dew of Thy grace, may they succeed in virtues and holiness, and may they grow in Thy good pleasure, in love and piety. May the Guardian Angel always abide with them and keep their youth from vain thoughts, from the seduction of the temptations of this world and from all evil slander. And if they sin against You, Lord, do not turn Your face away from them, but be merciful to them, awaken in their hearts repentance according to the multitude of Your bounties, cleanse their sins and deprive not Your blessings, but give them all that is pleasing for salvation them from every illness, danger, misfortune and sorrow, overshadowing them with Your mercy all the days of this life. God, I pray to You, give me joy and joy about my children, and grant me to stand with them at Your Last Judgment, with shameless boldness to say: “Behold, I and the children whom You gave me, Lord. Amen”. Let us glorify Your All-Holy Name, the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Translation: Holy Father, Eternal God, every gift or every blessing comes from You. I diligently pray to You for the children whom Your grace has bestowed on me. You gave them life and revived their immortal soul, renewed them with holy baptism, so that they, in accordance with Your will, inherit the Kingdom of Heaven, save them according to Your goodness until the end of their lives. Enlighten them with Your truth, let Your name shine in them. Help me with Your grace in their upbringing for the glory of Your name and for the benefit of others (see: Luke 10:25–37), give me everything that is needed for this: patience and strength. Lord, enlighten them with the light of Your Wisdom, may they love You with all their soul, with all their thoughts, instill in their hearts fear and aversion from every iniquity, may they walk in Your commandments, adorn their souls with chastity, diligence, long-suffering, honesty, protect them with truth from slander, vanity, abomination, sprinkle them with the dew of Thy grace, may they succeed in virtues and holiness, and may they grow in Thy favor, in love and piety. May the Guardian Angel always be with them and protect their youth from vain thoughts, from the temptations of this world and from every crafty machinations. If someday they sin against You, Lord, do not turn Your face away from them, but be merciful to them, arouse repentance in their hearts according to the multitude of Your bounties, cleanse their sins and do not deprive them of Your blessings, but give them everything you need for their salvation , keeping them from all diseases, dangers, troubles and sorrows, cover them with Your mercy all the days of this life. God, I pray to You, give me joy and joy about my children and make me stand with them at Your Terrible Judgment, with fearless boldness to say: “This is me and the children whom You gave me, Lord (Is. 8:18). Amen”. Let us glorify Your All-Holy Name, the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Prayer for children, to the Lord Jesus Christ
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Sweetest Jesus, God of my heart! You gave me children according to the flesh, they are Yours according to your soul; You have redeemed both my soul and theirs with Your priceless blood. Hard of your fingers, I beg you with God, the sweetest my salver: Touch your heart with my heart fuck my (names) (names) (names) and goodness, adorn their lives with everything good and saving, arrange their fate, as if You Yourself are good, and save their souls, and weigh them with destinies.
Translation: Sweetest Jesus, God of my heart! You have given me children according to the flesh, they are Yours according to my soul; You have redeemed both my soul and theirs with Your priceless blood. Because of Your Divine blood shed, I implore You, my Sweetest Savior: by Your grace, touch the hearts of my children (names) and my godchildren (names), protect them with Your Divine fear, keep them from bad inclinations and habits, direct them to the bright the path of truth and good, adorn their lives with everything good and saving, arrange their fate as You Yourself want, and save their souls, You know what ways.
Prayer 2rd about the kids, to the state of Jesus Christ
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of the GOVISUS of Christ, BUDY MICH IN THE GODS (names) (names) from every crafty lust, banish from them every enemy and adversary, open their ears and eyes of the heart, grant tenderness and humility to their hearts. Lord, we are all Your creation, have pity on my children (names) , and turn them to repentance. Save, Lord, and have mercy on my children (names) and enlighten their minds with the light of the mind of Thy Gospel and guide them on the path of Thy commandments and teach them, Savior, to do Thy will, for Thou art our God.
Translation: Lord Jesus Christ, may Thy mercy be upon my children (names), keep them under Thy shelter, cover from any evil desire, drive away all enemies and enemies from them, open their ears and heart sight, give them tenderness and humility to their hearts. Lord, we are all Your creations, have pity on my children (names), and turn them to repentance. Save, Lord, and have mercy on my children (names) and enlighten their minds with the light of the mind of Your Gospel and guide them on the path of Your commandments and teach them, Savior, to do Your will, because You are our God.
Prayer of St. Ambrose of Optinsky about children I enlightened my chat
(and Im) with your cognition of Thy and your saints, strengthen it, you will condemn your nurses and have mercy on the sinful of your mere meresais.1272, as if you were glorified with your Father without beginning and with the Most Holy Spirit, now and forever, and forever and ever. Amen.
Translation: Lord, you alone know everything, you can do everything, and you want everyone to be saved and come to the knowledge of the truth (1 Tim. 2:4). Enlighten my child (name) with the knowledge of Your truth and Your holy will, strengthen him (her) so that he (she) can live according to Your commandments and have mercy on me a sinner (sinner), with the prayers of Your Most Pure Mother, the Theotokos and Ever-Virgin Mary and Yours saints (all holy families are listed), because they glorify You with Your Father without Beginning and with the Most Holy Spirit, now and always, and forever and ever. Amen.
Prayer 2nd St. Ambrose of Optinsky about children
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Give understanding to my children (names) with the knowledge of Thy truth and Thy holy will, strengthen them to walk according to Thy commandments and have mercy on me a sinner. Amen.
Merciful Lord, Jesus Christ, I entrust to You my children whom You have given me, fulfill my prayer. I ask You, Lord, save them in ways, in the image You Yourself weigh. Save them from vices, evil, pride, and let nothing that is contrary to You touch their souls. But give them faith, love and hope for salvation, and may their life path be holy and blameless before God. Bless them, Lord, that they strive every minute of their lives to fulfill Your Holy will, so that You, Lord, could always abide with them by Your Holy Spirit. Lord, teach them to pray to You, so that prayer would be their support, joy in sorrows and consolation of their lives, and so that we, their parents, would be saved by their prayer. Let Thy angels always keep them. May my children be sensitive to the grief of their neighbors, and may they fulfill Your commandment of love. And even if they sin, then grant them, O Lord, to bring repentance to Thee, and Thou, by Thy unspeakable mercy, forgive them. When their earthly life ends, then take them to Your Heavenly Abode, where let them lead with them other servants of Your chosen ones. Through the prayers of Your Most Pure Mother, the Theotokos and Ever-Virgin Mary, and Your Saints (all the holy families are listed) , Lord, have mercy on us, as you are glorified with Your Father without beginning and Your Most Holy and Good and Life-giving Spirit, now and forever, and forever and ever. Amen.
Translation: Lord, You alone know everything, You are able to do everything, and You want to be saved by everyone and have come to the knowledge of the truth (1 Tim. 2:4). Enlighten my children (names) with the knowledge of Your truth and Your holy will, strengthen them so that they can live according to Your commandments and have mercy on me a sinner (sinner). Amen. Merciful Lord, Jesus Christ, I entrust to You my children whom You have given me by fulfilling my prayer. I ask You, Lord, save them in the ways You know. Save them from vices, evil, pride, and may nothing touch their souls that is disgusting to You. But give them faith, love and hope for salvation, and may their life path be holy and blameless before God. Bless them, Lord, that they will strive every minute of their lives to fulfill Your Holy will, so that You, Lord, can always be with them by Your Holy Spirit. Lord, teach them to pray to You, so that prayer would be their support, joy in sorrows and consolation of their lives, and so that we, their parents, would be saved by their prayer. May your angels always keep them. May my children be sensitive to the grief of their neighbors, and may they fulfill Your commandment of love (see John 13:34). And if they sin, then vouchsafe them, Lord, to bring repentance to You, and You, in Your inexpressible mercy, forgive them. When their earthly life ends, then take them to Your Heavenly Abodes, where let them bring with them other servants of Your chosen ones. Through the prayers of Your Most Pure Mother Theotokos and Ever-Virgin Mary and Your saints (all holy families are listed), Lord, have mercy on us, because they glorify You with Your Father without Beginning and Your Most Holy and Good and Life-giving Spirit, now and always, and forever and ever. Amen.
Prayer for the kids to be the Most of the Virgin
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o, the Most Holy Mother of God and preservation under my mate, all the cups (names) (names) (names) (names) babies, baptized and nameless, and carried in the womb of their mother. Cover them with the robe of Your motherhood, keep them in the fear of God and in obedience to your parents, implore my Lord and Your Son, may He grant them useful things for their salvation. I entrust them to Your Motherly care, as You are the Divine Cover of Your servants.
Translation: O Most Holy Lady Virgin Mother of God, save and keep under Your shelter my children (names), all teenagers and babies, baptized and nameless, and those who are in the mother’s womb. Cover them with the clothes of Your motherhood, keep them in the fear of God and in obedience to your parents, implore my Lord and Your Son, may He grant them useful things for their salvation. I entrust them to Your Motherly care, because – the Divine protection of Your servants.
The prayer for the kids of the core of
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Saint of my cup , cover it with your eyes. in angelic purity. Amen.
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Prayers for the blessing of children
Short prayer for the blessing of children
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Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, bless, sanctify, preserve by the power of Thy life-giving Cross. (and put on a chada a crew.)
prayed prayer for the blessing of the fines
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Group of Christ, the Sinoers of Bears. (name) . Lord, my children are in Your gracious power (names) , have mercy and save them, for your name’s sake. Lord, forgive them all the sins, voluntary and involuntary, committed by them before You. Lord, guide them on the true path of Your commandments and enlighten their minds with Your light, for the salvation of the soul and the healing of the body. Lord, bless them in every place of Your dominion. Lord, save them by the power of Your Honorable and Life-Giving Cross, under Your holy roof, from a flying bullet, arrow, sword, fire, from a deadly wound, water drowning and needless death. Lord, protect them from all visible and invisible enemies, from all misfortune, evil, misfortune, betrayal and captivity. Lord, heal them from every disease and wound, from every filth, and ease their spiritual suffering. Lord, grant them the grace of Your Holy Spirit for many years of life, health and chastity in all piety and love, in peace and unanimity with the rulers around them, near and far people. Lord, multiply and strengthen their mental abilities and bodily strength, return them healthy and safe to their parental home. All-good Lord, grant me, unworthy and sinful servant of Yours (name) , parental blessing on my children (names) at the present time of the morning (days, evenings, nights) , for Your Kingdom is eternal, omnipotent and omnipotent. Amen.
Translation: Lord Jesus Christ, Son of God, hear me for the sake of the prayer of Your Mother, Your unworthy servant (Your unworthy servant) (name). Lord, in the gracious power of Your children my (names), have mercy and save them, for the sake of Your name. Lord, forgive them all their sins, voluntary and involuntary, committed by them before You. Lord, guide them on the true path of Your commandments and enlighten their minds with Your light for the salvation of the soul and the healing of the body. Lord, bless them wherever You rule. Lord, save them with the power of Your Honorable and Life-Giving Cross, under Your holy shelter, from a flying bullet, arrow, sword, fire, from a deadly wound, flood and sudden death. Lord, protect them from all visible and invisible enemies, from any misfortune, evil, misfortune, betrayal and captivity. Lord, heal them from all diseases and wounds, from any impurity, and ease their mental suffering. Lord, grant them the grace of Your Holy Spirit for many years of their lives, health and sound mind in piety (1 Tim. 2:2) and love, in peace and unanimity with the leaders around them, people near and far. Lord, increase and strengthen their mental abilities and physical strength, return them healthy and prosperous to their parental home. All-good Lord, grant me, unworthy and sinful servant of Yours (unworthy and sinful servant of Yours) (name), parental blessing on my children (names) at the present time of the morning (day, evening, night), because Your Kingdom is eternal, omnipotent and omnipotent. Amen.
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Prayer during the study of fines
Prayer before learning
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GOOURSED AND WITH INSED, HOMETHY TO YOURS so that those who listen to him marvel, He revealed to the children the secrets of wisdom, gave Solomon and all those who seek it – open the hearts, minds and mouths of Thy servants (names) , in order to understand the power of Thy law and successfully to know the most holy and the field Yours, for the benefit and organization of Your Holy Church and the understanding of Your good and perfect will. Deliver from all the oppressors of the enemy, preserving in the faith of Christ and purity in all the time of the living and the biblies of the razum and the fulfillment of your prudence, and the taught will be glorified by your bless good strength, and all glory, honor and worship befits you, to the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, always, now and forever and forever and ever. Amen.
Translation: The Lord God and our Creator, who in His image adorned us people and Your chosen ones taught Your law, so that those who listen to him are amazed, He revealed to the children the secret of His wisdom, Solomon and all those who seek it , gave – open the hearts, minds and mouths of these Your servants (names) in order to understand the power of Your law and successfully learn the useful knowledge taught by it, for the glory of Your Most Holy Name, for the benefit and dispensation of Your Holy Church and the understanding of Your good and perfect will. Deliver them from all the wiles of the enemy, keep them in the faith of Christ and purity throughout their lives, so that they may be strong in mind and in the fulfillment of Your commandments, and so taught they will glorify Your Most Holy Name and be heirs of Your Kingdom, because You are God, with with great mercy and good power, and all glory, honor and worship, to the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, is due to You, always, now and forever and ever. Amen.
Prayer after the teaching
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We thank Thee, the Creator, for Thou hast vouchsafed us Thy grace to the attention of the hedgehog. Bless our leaders, parents and teachers who lead us to the knowledge of the good, give us strength and strength to continue this teaching.
Translation: We thank You, Creator, because You have made us worthy of Your grace to understand the teaching. Bless our bosses, parents and teachers who lead us to knowledge of the good, give us strength and strength to continue this learning.
Translation: Oh, great apostle, loud-voiced evangelist, graceful theologian, explaining the mysteries of incomprehensible revelations, virgin and beloved disciple of Christ John, accept us sinners (names) with your characteristic mercy, who come running under your strong intercession and patronage! Ask the All-Generous Lover of Christ and our God, who before your eyes shed His precious blood for us, His objectionable servants, may He not remember our iniquities, but may He have mercy on us, and may He do with us by His mercy; may he grant us health of soul and body, all prosperity and abundance, teaching us to turn everything into the glory of Him, the Creator, Savior and our God. At the end of our temporal life, may we, holy apostle, avoid the merciless demands that await us in the air ordeals, but may we reach, under your guidance and patronage, that Upper Jerusalem, the glory of which you saw in revelation, and now enjoy the very joy that is promised chosen by God. Oh, great John, save all Christian cities and countries, this city (this village), this temple, which is dedicated to your holy name, serving and praying in it, from hunger, epidemic, earthquake and flood, fire, sword, invasion of enemies and civil strife, deliver us from all troubles and misfortunes, and with your prayers, turn the righteous wrath of God from us, and beg for us His mercy. Oh, great and incomprehensible God, Alpha and Omega, the source and object of our faith! Here, we offer You, in supplication, Saint John, whom You made worthy to know You, the inscrutable God, in that indescribable revelation. Accept his intercession for us, give us the fulfillment of our requests, to Your glory: and most of all, make us perfect in spiritual perfection, to enjoyment in life, which has no end in Your heavenly abodes. O Heavenly Father, who created everything, Lord, Spirit of spirits, Almighty King! Touch our hearts with Your finger, and when they melt like wax, they will shed before You, and the mortal spiritual creature will be created, in honor and glory of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Amen. (names) , the reversal of the Obveriami, and in the crushing of the Sertz we will be shed: with your prayers, we can outlive from the hearts and overwhelming, and in many ways, we are unarmed to be more, and for your own, and for you the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, the Trinity Consubstantial and Indivisible, now and forever and forever and ever. Amen.
Translation: Oh, great Saint John Chrysostom! You received many and various gifts from the Lord, and as a good and faithful slave, you multiplied all the talents given to you many times over (Matt. 25:20–21): therefore, you really were a universal teacher, because every age and every rank is from you studies. Therefore, to teenagers you are an image of obedience, to young men – the luminary of chastity, to men – a mentor in diligence, to old people – gentleness as a teacher, to monks – abstinence as a rule, praying – an inspiring leader from God, seeking wisdom – an enlightener of the mind, well-speaking speakers – a source of a living word that benefactors – the star of mercy, bosses – the image of wise government, zealots of truth – boldness as an inspirer, persecuted because of the truth – patience as a mentor: you were everything for everyone, but in all possible ways you will save some. Above all this, you acquired love, which is the union of perfection, and with that, as if by Divine power, you united all the gifts in your soul into one, and the same love divided reconciling, in the interpretation of the apostolic words preached to all the faithful. But we are sinners, one by one we each have our own gifts, but we do not have the union of our souls in the union of the world, but we are vain, irritating each other, envying each other: therefore, our gifts are not divided into peace and salvation, but turned into enmity and condemnation to us . Therefore, we fall down to you, holy hierarch of God, servants of God (names), caught in a storm of strife, and in heartfelt repentance for our sins, we ask: with your prayers, drive away from our hearts all the pride and envy that divide us, but without hindrance we will achieve unity in many parts of one church body, but according to your words, we prayerfully love each other, so that in one mind we confess the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, the Trinity of Consubstantial and Indivisible, now and always and forever and ever. Amen.
Read Syrgye of Radonezh
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O, moreover and God -bearing, prayer, and there is a prayer, and the faith of the faith and the faith and the faith of the faithful The land in the abundant of the Most Holy Demonial, and the Angelsk community and the Most Holy Theotokos of the vision is affected, and the dare of the miraculous thank you, by your reason, who was not like a good and who was not good and who was not good and who was not good and who was in a good and who was not good and who was not good and who was not enough and your honest relics, like a vessel of grace full and overflowing, left to us! Having great boldness towards the all-merciful Master, pray to save His servants
Translation: Oh, head of the priesthood, our reverend and God-bearing Father Sergius, with your prayer, and faith and love, which is for God, and purity of heart, while still on earth in the abode of the Most Holy Trinity arranged your soul, and communion with angels and He was honored with a visit to the Most Holy Theotokos, and accepted the gift of miraculous grace, after your death he came closest to God and communed with heavenly power, but he did not depart from us with your spirit of love, and your honest relics, like a full vessel of grace from which it overflows, left us ! You have great boldness to the all-merciful Lord, pray to save His servants (names), who are in you by the grace of His believers and who come to you with love: ask for us from our great-gifted God all the gifts that everyone and everyone needs, faithful observance of our cities, approval of our cities peace of mind, save from hunger and death, save from the invasion of enemies, comfort the mourners, heal the sick, raise the fallen, return the lost from the path of the true and saving, strengthen the ascetics, give success and blessing in good deeds to those who do them, education infants, adolescents, instruction, who do not know admonition, intercession for orphans and widows, preparation for the dying and parting words for the eternal, blessed repose for the dead, and with the help of your prayers, grant everyone to get rid of the fate of the left side on the day of judgment (Matt. 25:41) and be participants rights on the other hand, and be worthy to hear the joyful voice of the Lord Christ: come, blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world (Matthew 25:34).
The prayer of the Most Holy Theothys before her icon, called “Education”
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O, Most of the Virgin of the Virgin) and retained by my baby, all the youths, maidens and babies, baptized and nameless, and carried in the womb of the mother. Cover them with the robe of Your Motherhood, keep them in the fear of God and obedience to your parents, implore my Lord and Your Son, may He grant them useful things for their salvation. I entrust them to Your Motherly care, as You are the Divine cover of Your servants.
Translation: O Most Holy Lady Virgin Mother of God, save and keep under Your shelter my children (names), all teenagers and babies, baptized and nameless, and in the womb of the mother. Cover them with the clothes of Your Motherhood, save them in the fear of God and obedience to your parents, implore my Lord and Your Son to give them everything useful for their salvation. I entrust them to Your Mother’s Eye, because You are the Divine cover of Your servants. (this girl) (name) , and plant in his heart (her) The Holy Scripture, which Your pure hand inscribed on the tablets of the legislator Moses, now and forever and forever and ever. Amen.
Translation: The Lord Jesus Christ our God, who truly dwelt in the hearts of the twelve apostles and by the power of the grace of the All-Holy Spirit, who descended in the form of tongues of fire and opened their mouths so that they began to speak in other tongues, is Himself, the Lord Jesus Christ, our God, send that Your Holy Spirit on this teenager (name), and plant in his (her) heart the Holy Scripture, which Your most pure hand wrote on the tablets of the legislator Moses, now and always and forever and ever. Amen. (names) , before the throne of the life -hired three represent, may we be able to taste with the yoke and with all the saints, so in the villages of the Slavic glory of greatness, gratitude and the world in the threes centuries. Amen.
Translation: Oh, head of the priesthood, an earthly angel and a heavenly man, our reverend and God-bearing father Alexander, a special saint of the Most Holy and consubstantial Trinity, you show many graces to all who live in your holy monastery and to all those who with faith and love come running to you! Ask us everything we need for this temporary life, but more than that, what we need for our eternal salvation: help with your intercession, saint of God, may the holy Orthodox Church of Christ be in the deep world, and in the dispensation of the Fatherland it will be built indestructibly in any piety: be all us, holy miracle worker, in all sorrows and calamities, a quick helper: most at the hour of our death, appear to us as a merciful intercessor, so that we will not be given over to the air ordeals of the power of the evil world-keeper, but let us be granted an unstumbling ascent to the Kingdom of Heaven. O father, our constant prayer book! Do not disgrace our hope, but always about us, the servants of God (names), intercede before the throne of the Life-Giving Trinity, let us be honored together with you and with all the saints, if we are unworthy, to glorify in the dwellings of paradise the greatness, grace and mercy of God alone in the Trinity , Father and Son and Holy Spirit, forever and ever. Amen.
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On the guard of the Dethey from the temptations of Mira, and about love and unin -unit between the parents and children
Prayer for the holy martyr Vera, Nadezhda, Lyubov
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You, the holy martyrs Vero, Nadezhda and Lyuba, we glorify, magnify and bless, together with the wise mother Sophia, we bow down to her, as an image of God’s wise care. Pray, holy Vero, the Creator of the visible and invisible, that he will give us strong faith, unblemished and indestructible. Intercede, holy Hope, before the Lord Jesus for us sinners, so that hope in Your good will not wean us, and from all sorrow and need, may it deliver us. Confess, holy Lyuba, to the Spirit of truth, the Comforter, our misfortunes and sorrows, that from above He will send heavenly sweetness to our souls. Help us in our troubles, holy martyrs, and together with your wise mother Sophia, pray to the King of kings and the Lord of lords, may he save (names) under His protection, but with you and with all the saints, let us exalt and glorify the most holy and great name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, the pre-eternal Master and good Co-Dealer, now and forever and ever.
Translation: You, holy martyrs Faith, Hope and Love, we glorify, magnify and appease, together with the wise matter Sophia, whom we worship as showing the image of God-wise care. Pray, holy Faith, the Creator of the visible and invisible, and give us a strong faith, pure and indestructible. Intercede, holy Hope, before the Lord Jesus for us sinners, so that hope in Your well-being will not drive us away, and save us from all sorrows and needs. Confess, holy Love, to the Spirit of truth, the Comforter, our misfortunes and sorrows, that He from above will send heavenly sweetness to our souls. Help in our troubles, holy martyrs, and together with your wise mother Sophia, pray to the King of kings and the Lord of lords, may he keep (the names) under His protection, and together with you and with all the saints we will exalt and glorify the most holy and great name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, the eternal Ruler and good Contributor, now and always and unto the ages of ages. Christ who was God, let him know everything, honoring your holy and vascular to you resorting to you, God’s gods: may he affirm his sobbing, and there is a dignity, and there is a diligence, and a diligence, and a diligence, and a diligence and a diligence, Yes, all its members, clean from worldly temptations and carnal lusts and the evil action of evil spirits, worship Him in spirit and in truth and zealously take care of keeping His commandments for the salvation of their souls. With her floating, let her holy with the holy of the guardian of the rescue of a people, and the impressive, and imperishable the clearing, are instructed, doubt and verify the sake of the Orthodox cord in the correction of life, those who repented and reformed will be confirmed in the holiness of life: and thus they will lead everyone along the path indicated by Him into the prepared eternal Kingdom of His saints. Hey, holy hierarch of God, arrange with your prayers all good souls and our bodies: yes, we will glorify in our souls and bodies our Lord and our God, Jesus Christ, to Him with the Father and the Holy Spirit, glory and power forever and ever. Amen.
Translation: Saint Father Mitrofan, by the imperishability of your honest relics and many good deeds, miraculously done and which will still be done by you with faith who resort to you, making sure, because you have great grace with the Lord our God, we all humbly bow down and we pray to you: pray for us (names) of Christ our God, may he send to all who honor your holy memory and diligently resort to you, a lot of His mercy: may he establish in his holy Orthodox Church the living spirit of correct faith and piety, the spirit of understanding and love , the spirit of peace and joy in the Holy Spirit, and all its members, clean from worldly temptations and carnal lusts and the evil action of evil spirits, worship Him in spirit and truth and diligently take care of keeping His commandments for the salvation of their souls. May her shepherds be given holy zeal of protection for the salvation of people given to them, may the unbelievers be enlightened, the ignorant will be instructed, the doubters will be enlightened and convinced, those who have fallen away from the Orthodox Church will be turned into her holy bosoms, the believers will be kept in faith, sinners will be moved to repentance, the penitents will be consoled and they will strengthen them in the correction of life, they will confirm the repentant and reformed in the holiness of life: and they will lead everyone along the path indicated by Him into the prepared eternal Kingdom of His saints. O saint of God, may you arrange with your prayers all that is good for our souls and bodies: yes, with our souls and bodies we will glorify the Lord and our God, Jesus Christ, to whom with the Father and the Holy Spirit be glory and power forever and ever. Amen.
St. Nicholas the Wonderworker
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Hear us sinners (names) , praying to you and calling for help from your speedy intercession: see us weak, caught from everywhere, deprived of every good and darkened by the mind from cowardice. Take care, pleasing God, do not leave us in sinful captivity, let us not be our enemy in joy and die in our evil deeds. Pray for us, our unworthy Sovereign and Master, and you stand before Him with incorporeal faces: make our God merciful to us in this life and in the future, that He will not repay us according to our deeds and according to the impurity of our hearts, but bless us with Your blessing . We rely on your intercession, we boast of your intercession, we call on your intercession for help, and falling to your most holy image, we ask for help: deliver us, saint of Christ, from the evils that are upon us, but for the sake of not playing us with your saints in the abyss of sin and in the mud of our passions. Pray, to St. Nicholas of Christ, Christ our God, may he give us a peaceful life and the remission of sins, but salvation and great mercy to our souls, now and forever and forever and ever.
Translation: Oh, our beautiful shepherd and God-wise mentor, St. Nicholas of Christ! Hear us sinners (names) who pray to you and call on you to help and your speedy intercession: look at us weak, we are caught on each side, deprived of all blessings and darkened by the mind from cowardice. Hurry, saint of God, do not leave us in sinful captivity, let us not be our enemy in joy and die in our evil deeds. Pray for us unworthy of our Sovereign and Master, but you stand before Him with incorporeal choirs: may our God show mercy to us in this life and in the next century, may he not repay us according to our deeds and according to the impurity of our hearts, but according to His goodness he will repay us. We hope for your intercession, we boast of your intercession, we call on your intercession for help, and we resort to your holy image, we ask for your help: deliver us, the saint of Christ, from the evils of those who find us, but for the sake of your holy prayers we will not be attacked and we will not be polluted in the abyss of sins and in the mire of our passions. Moth, St. Nicholas of Christ, Christ our God, give us a peaceful life and the remission of sins, and our souls salvation and great mercy, now and always and forever and ever.
Translation: O wonderful and glorious miracle worker Demetrius, you heal human diseases! You constantly pray to the Lord our God for all sinners: I pray you, your servant (your servant) (name): be my protector before the Lord and helper in overcoming the passions of my insatiable flesh, and in overcoming the arrows of the opponent of my devil, which stung my weak heart like a hungry and fierce beast that wants to destroy my soul: you, the saint of Christ, are my joy, you are my intercession and weapon: you, the great miracle worker, during the days of your exploits in this world, were jealous of the Orthodox Church of God, like a true and good shepherd (see: John 10:11-16), without temptation you denounced the sins and ignorance of people, and those who deviated from the righteous path into heresy and schism, instructed the true path: help me to pass the short-term path of my life, yes I will unswervingly follow the path of the commandments of God and without laziness I will work for my Lord Jesus Christ, as my only Master, Redeemer and righteously my Judge: to this, bowing my knees, I pray to you, the saint of God, when my soul departs from this mortal body, deliver it from dark ordeals: I have no good deeds for my justification, do not let Satan be proud of the victory over my weak soul: deliver her from hell, in which weep and gnashing of teeth (see: Luke 12:5, Matt. 8:12), and with your holy prayers make me a partaker of the Kingdom of Heaven in the Trinity of the glorious God, the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, forever centuries. Amen.
Prayer to the hiccups of the Mother of God “The Protection of the Blessed of the Virgin”
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O, Mati of the Grace of the Tsari, and the sides of the country and The bibliochery and blessing of this one, the inaccurate rab, and ascending the prayer to the throne of the god of Thy Seminom, may be the wakes of the wrong and he will have the gratitude of his own and the believer and the believer and the believer and the believer and the faithful and the faithful and the faithful We must not be worthy of His mercy to be, otherwise You will not propitiate Him for us, O Lady, as all of You is possible from Him. This one will come to you, as if you are more uneasy and you will like this: hear that you are praying to you, dawn on your permissible cover and asking your saint and the blessings of the soul, the murderer and the blessings of the city. reason and humility, a spouse love and harmony, a child obedience, offended patience, offending the fear of God, grieving complacency, rejoicing temperance: to all of us the spirit of reason and piety, the spirit of mercy, and meekness. Hey, Most Holy Lady, have mercy on your weak people; Gather the scattered ones, guide those who have gone astray on the right path, support old age, be chaste to the young, raise up babies and look after all of us with the contempt of Your merciful intercession; lift us up from the depths of sin and illumine the eyes of our hearts to the sight of salvation; be merciful to us here and there, in the land of the earthly advent and at the Last Judgment of Your Son; having reposed in faith and repentance from this life, fathers and our brothers in eternal life from the Angels and with all the saints make life. Thou art, Mistress, the Glory of heaven and the Hope of the earth, You, according to God, are our Hope and Intercessor of all those who flow to You in faith. We pray to You, and to You, as the Almighty Helper, to ourselves and to each other and our whole life we betray, now and forever, and forever and ever. Amen.
Translation: O Blessed Virgin, Mother of the Lord of the Higher Forces, Queen of Heaven and earth, city and country of our all-powerful Intercessor! Accept this song of praise and thanksgiving from us, Your unworthy servants, and lift up our prayers to the Throne of God Your Son, may He be merciful to our unrighteousness and continue to give His grace to those who honor Your all-honorable name and worship Your miraculous image with faith and love. Because we are worthy of mercy from Him, if You do not propitiate Him for us, Mistress, because everything is possible to You from Him. Therefore, we resort to You, as if to our undoubted and speedy Intercessor: hear us praying to You, fall us with Your all-powerful cover and ask God Your Son for our shepherds jealousy and vigilance for souls, city rulers wisdom and strength, judges truth and impartiality, mentors reason and humility, love and harmony to spouses, obedience to children, offended patience, offending the fear of God, grieving complacency, rejoicing abstinence: all of us are the spirit of reason and piety, the spirit of mercy and meekness, the spirit of purity and truth. O Most Holy Lady, have mercy on Your weak people; Gather the scattered, guide the lost on the right path, support old age, keep the young in spiritual purity, raise babies and look at us all with the supervision of Your merciful intercession; raise us up from the depths of sins and enlighten the eyes of our hearts with the sight of salvation; be merciful to us here and there, in the land of the earthly advent and at the Last Judgment of Your Son; save our fathers and brothers who died in faith and repentance in eternal life with the angels and with all the saints. You, Madam, are the Glory of heaven and the Hope of the earth, You, according to God, are our Hope and Intercessor of all who resort to You with faith. We pray to You and to You, as to the Almighty Helper, we give ourselves and each other and our whole life, now and always, and forever and ever. Amen.
Federal data bank on orphans and children left without parental care
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On February 8, the Civic Chamber of the Russian Federation held hearings on the draft law “On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of the Russian Federation on the Protection of Children’s Rights”. The event was attended by Deputy Minister of Education of the Russian Federation T. Yu. Sinyugina.
In the course of her speech T.Yu. Sinyugina said that the department was ready to submit a draft law on changing the procedure for the adoption of minors to the Government.
– We met several times over the course of six months. And the reason for our meetings was an interested and indifferent conversation and work on the bill, which today is already ready for us to submit it to the Government, – said T. Yu. Sinyugina.
For reference
In December 2018, members of the Interdepartmental Working Group under the Ministry of Education of Russia prepared a draft law “On Amendments to Certain Legislative Acts of the Russian Federation on the Protection of Children’s Rights”. The bill was posted on the federal portal of draft regulations for wide public discussion.
The draft law contains new approaches to the transfer of orphans to families, which will allow developing the guardianship institution, improving the conditions for training people who want to take an orphan child into their family.
For the first time, the draft law proposes to introduce the concept of “escort” into the federal legislation. It is planned that this authority will be vested in authorized regional authorities and organizations, including NGOs.
Special attention in the document is paid specifically to the adoption procedure, there is added a provision on the procedure for the restoration of adoptive parents in the duties of parents, if they were previously deprived of such an opportunity.
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Maksimov: Children are not copies of their parents. They have to live their lives
The only skill in this life that I can at least somehow claim is the ability to choose words. In my broadcasts and books, plays and performances, and, of course, in psychological conversations that I regularly hold. When what happened happened, and I saw that social networks are gradually turning into one big branch of Kashchenko, I realized that all I can really do in this situation is to talk to people. Free, of course. Inviting to the conversation, I made a note: “Priority for those who have problems with children.”
I have had about forty consultations. This is quite a lot, considering that I broadcast the “Observer” program on the “Culture” channel and passionately write a book about the great teacher Pestalozzi for the famous ZhZL series.
The main conversations are about children. More precisely – about the problems with children. I talk about all this in the hope that the conclusions from these conversations will help the readers of “RG”. I will try to identify some of the mistakes that give rise to conflicts between children and parents.
First and foremost: parents do not understand that children are people. The great Janusz Korczak wrote a lot about what parents often think: a child is a kind of creature that is preparing for life. Error! From birth, I emphasize: from birth, a child is a person who lives his own personal, individual destiny. And it contains everything that is in the life of an adult: the past and the future, joys and sufferings, gains and losses. But it’s all own. The life of a child requires respect.
Alas, very often fathers and mothers do not know how to respect their child. Hear it. Try to understand his motivation, and not shove your view of the world into his head.
Children are not copies of their parents. They must live their own lives, not copy their parents’
Unfortunately, we often forget that children are more logical beings than adults. Any child can explain the logic of his act. Unlike an adult. This logic can be funny or serious, understandable to everyone or only to a small person, but it always exists. And it always makes sense to try to understand.
Parents constantly compare the way they were raised with the way they raise their child. Error! One mother says absolutely seriously: “I loved going to the museum, but my blockhead doesn’t like it!” Children are not copies of their parents, but independent individuals. They should live their lives, not copy their parents. And they need help with this.
The great Pestalozzi believed: experience is not something that can be transferred, but something that a person must receive himself. Do you understand? The child has the right to make mistakes. He must stumble, and even fall, in order to have this experience in childhood. Keeping your child from making mistakes is a mistake.
A separate problem, of course: the child and the school. We have good educational institutions and good teachers. This is clear. But, alas, in general, the school often becomes an obstacle to mutual understanding between adults and children. The fact that, to put it mildly, our education system is not perfect, that it does not respond to modern challenges is understandable. The question is how to be in such a situation. In my opinion, the most important thing for parents to realize is that the task of a child in “wonderful school years” is not to become an excellent student, but to find a calling. The main thing that a person should do when graduating from the eleventh grade is to understand why he was called to earth. Find a cause for which he is ready to give his life. My book “How to help a child find a calling” is due out soon – it is written in detail about it. In the meantime, let’s talk about the main thing: it is not grades that determine the meaning of education, but the definition of vocation. Note: education means emergence. So a person arises not when he has only fives in his certificate, but when he finds the business to which he is ready to give his life.
It’s amazing: not a single mother who came to me with “problems of upbringing” discussed them with her child.
All adults hate being brought up. When the boss starts lecturing, it offends us. Why do we bring up our children with such passion, that is, do with them exactly what we hate when they do with us? In fact, there are only two types of education. The first. This is their own parental example, which is always stronger than any words. Second. This is a confidential conversation with a child. Trustworthy, not educative. It’s amazing: not a single mother who turned to me with “problems of education” discussed them with her child. Can you imagine? With someone else’s uncle – me – please, but with the dearest person in the world – no.
Parents make a serious mistake by shielding their children from their own adult problems. If a mother has never complained to her son or daughter about her own life, she will never wait for her son or daughter to complain about hers. One of my books is called “Children as a Mirror”. They really “mirror” our attitude. And when a mother complains that her four-year-old son screams in response to any remark, I understand how she herself talks to him. If you want children in your old age to treat you with respect and love, treat them that way in their childhood.
Children are people, and the closest ones, and not objects for education. To make friends with a child means to love him. To love means to be able to put yourself in his place in any situation. It’s not that hard. Try it!
Adults about children
Dear adults! Children, especially the younger ones, usually come to the theater not alone, but with adults – parents, teachers . .. In our theater, adults, as a rule, ask the same questions. We posted the answers to them in advance in the ticket office, lobby and here. A preliminary acquaintance with them will save you from unnecessary misunderstandings. If you have any more questions, you can ask them in the “Reviews” section on our website. We will be glad to meet you at our performances.
Psychological and Pedagogical Council of the Theater
answers audience questions
– Why does your theater invite children from 4 years old and not earlier? Children have changed, already at the age of 2 they know and can do so much that I want to take them everywhere and give them as much as possible… But for young children, communication with their own parents is most important for development, when parents answer children’s questions, read aloud, play with the children. The Arkhangelsk Puppet Theater is happy to help parents raise their children, but it does not aim to reach audiences of all ages. Firstly, this is due to the peculiarities of the work of the theater (artistic tasks, the inconvenience of the premises, etc.), and secondly, to the peculiarities of children’s development. Two years is the age of “I myself”. At 2 years old, the baby wants to actively move, he wants to climb everywhere, touch everything and play on his own, and not quietly and watch others play (which is required for watching performances). In addition, many children are simply not ready to perceive performances in an unfamiliar environment and in the neighborhood of strangers. Very often we observe children’s fears and even tantrums. All this happens in front of the eyes of the audience and actors, and as a result affects the overall impression and quality of the performances. 4-5-year-old children, for the most part, are ready for the collective perception of a fairy tale, for the implementation of certain rules of the game, and most importantly, for complicity and empathy, because it is for this reason that it is worth taking children to the theater. If you, dear parents, want our theater to give as much as possible to your child, listen to our advice.
– Why do you only invite children over 7 years old to the performances “Morozko” and “Magic Tales of the Parrot”?
Fairy tales differ from all others in their special mystery, mystery. In the theatre, where the magic of content intensifies, connecting with music, scenery, light, acting… children sometimes experience very strong emotions. They cannot describe them in words, but they are under their influence for a long time. In our performances “Morozko” and “Fairy Tales of the Parrot” there are episodes that sometimes make such an impression on small, 4-6-year-old children, that later they may manifest various fears and anxious feelings: darkness, insecurity … That is why the performances are addressed to viewers no younger than 7 years old.
– How should a child get acquainted with the theater?
We consider the performances “Three Little Pigs”, “Teremok”, “Cat’s House” to be the most suitable for starting friendship with our theater. These fairy tales are already well known to your child, and the joy of recognition will help him easily get involved in the game. You can also start with performances specially created for young viewers. They will appear with us when the premises are ready for them. If your child wants to watch the same performance again and again, you should support him. This gives much more than the number of fairy tales that he “swallows” without any worries.
– Why are the smallest children in your theater offered to sit in other than the front rows?
The most important thing is that their parents sit next to small children. At first, it is necessary to see, feel the reaction of the child and share all his experiences. In addition, our front rows are below stage level. When on the stage or even higher – on the table, on the screen – big, “live” ones appear! dolls, children sitting close are frightened. They are also frightened when the action begins not on the stage, but in the hall, behind them. On the last high benches, especially among adults, younger children feel much more comfortable, and there they can be more mobile. And if you feel that your child is tired, it is more convenient from the last rows, without disturbing anyone, to leave the hall.
– Tell us more about your home theaters
Home theaters are independent works of artists in the theater lounge of our theater. The actors themselves prepare the performance and act it out themselves. And at home – because this is how parents can play with their children at home. We usually invite no more than 40 spectators to such performances. Many children (but still not all!) are given the opportunity to go on stage themselves and play a particular role. It is easier for parents in a small company to understand whether their child already knows how to watch and listen, whether he knows how to play with others, and whether he prefers to actively participate or just watch. Artists hope that adults will also take part in the common game, but not instead of children, but together with them. After the performance, you can get practical advice on setting up your home theater.
We repeat that the premises for such performances are not yet ready.
– Why are children under 7 years old not allowed to see the performance accompanied by older children in your theater?
We are guided, first of all, the rules of the child’s security: we repeatedly encountered situations when the younger is not comfortable – tired, felt bad, cries, naughty … and the elder does not know what to do. In addition, the theater tells even a well-known fairy tale in its own way, and the reaction, even of older children, is unpredictable. Neither the artists on the stage nor the controller in the hall can take responsibility for the psychological comfort of each child. If the parents at the performance “live” the fairy tale together with their child, this will help them understand each other better in life. According to the Theater Attendance Rules, we allow two children without parents to see the performance only if the eldest child is 14 years old.
– What should I do if my child asks for the same performance again and again? (most often it is The Three Little Pigs), but we buy tickets a month in advance and for different performances? After all, you want to broaden your child’s horizons… Of course, we advise to listen to your child. If he demands – sometimes to the complete exhaustion of his parents – the same fairy tale, story, performance … It means that there is something vital for him, and he wants to live it again and again! To live, to empathize, to sympathize is much more important than to receive an infinite number of new, different impressions. How many parents wonder if their child copes with these impressions, and whether they are the reason for his “bad behavior” or poor health? After all, we, adults, are now suffering greatly from the avalanche of information that has fallen upon us, but, unlike children, we can regulate its amount, and in relation to them we all the time fall into extremes: we leave them to ourselves (“We no one was engaged – and nothing, they grew up! ”, Then we try to give them as much as possible (and as early as possible). And we try in such a way that we completely kill the child’s interest in anything, not to mention that most valuable “ability to live someone else’s fate as our own”! So, dear parents! If your child wants to read or watch a story about three little pigs, Little Red Riding Hood or the Snow Queen for the 15th time, be patient and console yourself with the fact that at the same time he LEARNS TO LIVE!
– Will the Arkhangelsk Puppet Theater be able to restore the wonderful atmosphere and the best traditions of the theater – Houses in the renovated premises?
This is the question our viewers are asking us now.
Yes, we want to return what has been tested by many years of practice and helped viewers to become our faithful, understanding friends and helpers from the very first visits.
Here is what we advise you to get acquainted with before going to the box office for tickets.
1. Rules for the sale of tickets
2. Tips from educators
3. Frequently Asked Questions
– Why do all your performances begin with the speech “aunty with a bell”? These speeches are too long…
More than 30 years ago, the theater inherited from the Palace of Pioneers an old (but cozy) building with wooden benches in the auditorium and a sharp bell inviting to the performance so that the schoolchildren shuddered and cringed, as if now they were all waiting for deuces and comments.
When the artists brought this particular bell from the tour from Germany, we all breathed a sigh of relief: it “achieved” complete silence and attention in 2-3 seconds, and the “aunt with the bell” on the stage in the foyer explained how to sit in the hall in unnumbered places so that everyone (especially children!) Was, if possible, convenient and comfortable. There was (and still is) a need in the auditorium before the performance to recall some of our rules and advice, but the main thing is to tune in to this particular performance. All performances are different. Some start on the stage – noisy, crowded, or with the almost imperceptible appearance of some character; others – from the music, to which the actors walk through the hall, decorously greeting (“Three Bears”) or violently involving the audience to join their “tribe” (“Where are you going, Ostrich”?), etc.
Yes, sometimes these speeches are longer than we would like (for various reasons), but so far we see a need for them, because in addition to our regular, already “educated” spectators, there are new, very different ones who often confuse theater with an entertainment center.
Now a second teacher has appeared in the theater – Alexandra Vladislavovna, and she will also make “speeches” with a bell – in different ways – depending on the situation, the composition of the auditorium and the specific performance.
– Children really want to get a better look at the dolls, touch them, take pictures with them. This is now allowed in many places. And we also took pictures on the stage after the performance. Why not now?
We believe that the stage is a place for artists. It is IMPOSSIBLE to climb it – neither to take a picture, nor, even more so, to “touch everything”.
Puppets from the performance are artists, not toys. In addition, there is a lot of dangerous things on the stage (equipment, wires…) and a lot of things that the audience should not see, so as not to destroy the impression of the fairy tale.
We have performances when the artists themselves invite the audience to the stage: to help, to play some role (“Barmaley”, “Pike is a SUPER star”, etc.)
But it was possible to take pictures on the stage only at the performances of our HOME theater people (in the literary and theatrical living room). These performances are a game of theater together with the audience. After them, it was possible not only to take pictures, but also to carefully examine and touch the dolls in order to do the same at home. Then at home, together with your parents, you can play theater and a fairy tale, and not with gadgets.
– My daughter is not 3 years old, but she watches all fairy tales very well….
– So what if it’s small… Yes, he will sit it out, I guarantee!…
– Yes, we already go everywhere with her, only you have some restrictions!…
– Why are you dissuading us? I guarantee that he will behave well!..
We hear these and similar statements of parents more and more often.
Dear parents!
You and I often have different ideas about what it means to behave well at a performance. Here are some examples:
– the child is very sympathetic to both the frivolous Nif-Nif and Nuf-Nuf, and the hardworking Naf-Naf, and, nevertheless, loudly tells the Wolf where they ran … – the children, interrupting each other, give the Hare – Aunt Nastya a variety of advice directly during the play “The Tale from the Magic Box”: they shout and knock with their feet (at her request!), Aloud express their attitude to everything that happens on the stage. – the girl runs up to the stage and shouts to the cowardly hero of the fairy tale with tears: “Don’t be afraid, I’m with you!..” impossible!!!”. We have many such examples. And we really like this behavior!
We are very upset when adults close the child’s mouth (literally!), forcibly seated in a place, shamed, urging “behave well.”
Here are other examples: – every 2-3 minutes a child loudly asks his mother: Who is this? , asking for food, drink … and only the phrase “I want to write!” reminds mother of her promise “if anything happens, we will come out!…”. – even at the locker room, the parents begin to scold the naughty kid: “Wow! Always walked well, but today he does not want to! (as if adults always have the same mood and state!). Then they drag him, stubborn, to the 2nd floor, persuade him to enter the auditorium … from where, as a rule, after some time they carry him out – crying. And they scold him, who is not guilty of anything, sometimes with such words !!!
– the grandmother, literally pushing our workers away, dragged the little boy to the performance – a long one and, as the children called it, “very emotional.” The boy “sat out” very quietly, almost not reacting to anything. Then he obediently trudged after his grandmother to the aunt-teacher, and the grandmother (with him!) Proudly and loudly declared: “I DID NOT FEAR ANYTHING! ZERO EMOTIONS!” – the teacher brought a class to the theater (2nd or even 3rd). Before the start of the performance, she did not allow running, but in the auditorium she sternly warned: “I will monitor your behavior!” And followed. All the children around laughed at each other, and these, the poor – “behaved well …”
We – artists, administrators, attendants, teachers … watching such situations are very worried. Any of our attempts to say something, to explain … many adults usually stop with a short phrase: “Don’t teach me how to live!”
Dear adults! Let me remind you once again that you come to OUR House, and in our House – OUR rules. Read them carefully before you buy a ticket. Do not upset your children with possible misunderstandings.
Frequently Asked Questions:
– Why does your theater invite children from the age of 4 and not earlier? Children have changed, already at the age of 2 they know and can do so much that I want to take them everywhere and give them as much as possible …
– Why do you only invite children over 7 years old to the performances “Morozko” and “Magic Tales of the Parrot”?
– How should a child get acquainted with the theater?
– Why in your theater are the youngest children offered to sit in the last rows, where they can’t see better?
– Tell us more about your home theatres.
– Why in your theater children under 6 years old are not allowed to see the performance accompanied by older children.
– Why is your theater not allowed to enter the auditorium and take seats at least 5-10 minutes before the start of the performance?
This creates great inconvenience and greatly spoils the mood.
– What if a child asks for the same performance again and again?
RULES OF VISITING The State Autonomous Institution of Culture of the Arkhangelsk Region “Arkhangelsk Puppet Theater”
“Co-parenting is an enterprise”: how fathers get involved in childcare
What does it mean to be a father in an age of gender equality and why are we increasingly talking about parenting instead of motherhood today? In the new episode of the podcast “Hush! Mom works” we discuss the inclusion of fathers in the upbringing of children and understand why in Russia there are still problems with this
Podcast “Hush! Mom works” is dedicated to motherhood and what it means to be a mother in an era of gender equality. In each issue, Forbes Woman Editor-in-Chief Julia Varshavskaya will discuss with experts issues that concern every modern woman who is building a career and raising children at the same time. The guests of the new issue are the host of the Mother of the Year YouTube channel, solo mother Elena Borovaya living in Israel, Maxim Kazarnovsky, director of the Moscow International Salon of Education, and Forbes Woman Editor-in-Chief Maria Mikhantyeva and her husband Pavel Gavrilov.
Forbes Woman has chosen the main quotes from the conversation, and you can listen to the episode here and on any convenient platform.
Illustration: Anna Ksenz
Parenthood is the ability to negotiate
Elena Borovaya: I have great respect for the fact that this topic is raised. The more we say that parenthood is the work of at least four hands, the faster we will come to this format. Unfortunately, many of the responsibilities associated with children are still assigned to women. And if we are talking about solo mothers, then they have an even more difficult situation. By and large, the world is adapted to the fact that a child has two parents and they alternately or jointly take care of the child, building a career. If I had thought about this more before I became a mother myself, perhaps I would have built relationships differently, otherwise I would have chosen a partner with whom I was ready to become a parent.
Maria Mikhantyeva: In the English-language Wikipedia, the definition of the word co-parenting begins with the phrase “co-parenting is an enterprise”, that is, “joint parenting is an enterprise in which two adults jointly take care of a child. And, as we know, the problem with enterprise in our country is quite wide and concerns not only family life.
A few years ago, I came across a study done by Alexandra Lipasova, then a PhD student at the Higher School of Economics. She studied paternity in the Russian regions. I remember that the involvement of fathers is higher where it is customary in families to discuss, talk, and negotiate everything. If adults know how to do this, then sooner or later they come to partnerships.
Parenthood and related emotions are not given from above. Love is a daily job
Maxim Kazarnovsky: Unfortunately, our education system does not teach people to negotiate. The ability to come to a compromise is not an innate ability, but a skill and skill built on self-esteem. The school does not create this inner feeling in the child, does not give an understanding of the integrity of oneself, the dissimilarity of people and the need to negotiate around some result. As a result, becoming parents, such people do not know how to build a mutually respected agreement and a structure for moving towards the goal. They have a fear of discussing difficult stories, so they are unable to avoid bringing the situation to a conflict.
Pavel Gavrilov: I also agree with the definition of co-parenting as an enterprise. Urbanization has led to the fact that people cease to play traditional parental roles, reproducing what was accepted in an agrarian society. 100 years is not such a long time, but it was enough to get away from the division of labor, when someone cultivates the land, and someone takes care of the house and children. The goal of the family was the happiness of the children. Their interests give rise to the question: what can each of the parents do for this?
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The child’s father as an equal partner
Maxim Kazarnovsky: I am the father of four children, the eldest daughter is 24 years old, the youngest son is six. In my opinion, the question of when the father should be included in education is not even worth it. If you start taking care of a child only at the moment when he starts talking, when you can go to the cinema or drink beer with him, you lose the opportunity to go along the path of co-creation together, and you can’t make up for it further.
My deep conviction is that parenthood and the emotions associated with it are not given from above. Love is a daily work, and love for a child requires the father to realize that this must be done. Yes, it’s not always comfortable, yes, it’s inconvenient, yes, it’s a bunch of additional problems, but they can’t just be thrown out or ignored. This is part of the overall flow of parenting.
My system of relationships with children is about an active position. I honestly say that I am not interested in going to the playground, but I do not refuse, but simply offer a different scenario instead. Children perceive me as a constant engine that offers-offers-offers, and together we live my ideas.
Pavel Gavrilov: Taking the child to the playground, I never felt like the only father either in Moscow or in the provinces. Perhaps this is a matter of social circle, but I have also not seen stories among my friends of parents that fathers say about children that this is not their duty and none of their business. I go to the garden for children and see all kinds of dads there. Builders, firefighters and police take care of their children and have no problem with it.
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A family can be different, but the world is not friendly to everyone
Pavel Gavrilov: We are now talking mainly about the partnership of two parents, but it does not exclude the existence of other family models, and they should also be treated with respect. For example, in my inner circle there are nine women (I specifically counted) who, by the age of 35, realized that they would not create a family with someone, and consciously became pregnant. They have no claims to the fathers of the children, and the children do not even know who their fathers are.
Some of my peers choose a childless family life, and this is another model. For a long time, the link “family – children” was considered as the only possible norm. Now this need “if you get married, have children” is gradually dying out. People feel happy together and do not want to take responsibility for the child.
Lena Borovaya: Many societies assume that a child has a father by default, and if he is not there, then someone still helps his mother. Neither in Israel, nor in Russia, the state is imprisoned for the fact that there are families where there is one mother and she has children. The Family Code does not give me real support, because, for example, in Russia I am not considered a single mother if the second parent is listed on the child’s birth certificate. Yes, I have a normal relationship and arrangement with the father of my children, I have worked on it. But in reality, solo moms find themselves in a very vulnerable position, because they have to earn money and take care of the child. To succeed in this both in Russia and in Israel is practically unrealistic. For example, in Israel, gardens are open until 2:00 pm, you can pay extra, then the child will stay until 5:00 pm, when the working day just ends.
Guest author and mother of twins, Alicia Walters, shares some much-needed perspective on letting kids be kids.
As a mother, sometimes I feel like the general public expects my children to act like respectable forty-year-olds while out in public.
It seems like every other day, a post comes up in my news feed relating how some restaurant patron was offended that their ten dollar plate of pasta was ruined because a child sitting nearby was fussy. Never mind that they were dining at a family restaurant—they expect children to act like adults.
Apparently my generation of mothers is expected to have our children Kindergarten-ready at an earlier age, preschool is being imposed on families in some communities, and tweens are expected to decide on a college major when they start middle school.
Is this push to grow up so fast really serving our kids?
Being in the middle of raising four children, I can attest that a child learns at his or her own pace. I have played that game of trying to compare one child’s abilities at a given age to another. The truth is you can’t compare one child to another, because they are so unique that doing so leads only to frustration and unfair expectations.
I loved my friend Tamara’s response when I asked her how her son was coming along in toilet training. She just said, “Oh, I am in no hurry. There are some moms who can’t wait to toilet train but that is just not me.” Then she smiled, “It’s not like it’s a status symbol for me if my son is toilet trained earlier than he is ready to be.” I laughed and appreciated her honesty.
Our children are not trophies and our unconditional love for our child speaks more highly of the kind of parents we are than our child’s achievements.
It has been difficult getting my young son to eat his food. When we first introduced soft baby food to our son at four months, he hated it. He gagged and spit up, and it was such an ordeal to get any food into him at all. It continued this way for months. I was totally beside myself and could only imagine the worst scenarios: that he’d never learn to eat, that he’d need a feeding tube the rest of his life and that he’d never adapt and be able to “be normal.”
What’s wrong with letting kids be kids?
I remember calling my Dad exasperated and saying, “I don’t think it’s too much for my son to eat one raspberry!” My Dad very quietly said, “It is too much to ask if he doesn’t want it.” I learned at that moment that my son was never going to eat through force and I needed to respect my son’s autonomy when it comes to what he eats.
Our pediatrician told us you can’t make a child eat, and actually, the more stressed the parent is about the situation, the more stressed the child will feel. After changing my approach and letting his eating be purely voluntary, he eats strawberries on the couch while watching cartoons.
And that’s all right by me.
School-readiness should be case by case
Things were going smoothly until it was time to enroll my son in preschool. I took great care to make sure he had a cool “Darth Vader” backpack, new clothes and school supplies (even though I knew he didn’t need them for preschool) and was so excited to have him start his schooling. But after the first day, his teacher called and let me know that my son was not ready.
When I asked why, she just told me that she had a very tiny classroom and that her students were expected to sit and listen on a small square of carpet. At first I was very disappointed. I didn’t have many options for preschool at the time, and I knew it meant we’d be waiting another year for him to start preschool.
But it ended up being the very best in the end because the last thing my son needed was to spend a few hours a day sitting still on a square of carpet. At his young age, he needed to be playing at the park: swinging, running, sliding, etc. And that’s exactly what we ended up doing.
I have a problem with how we expect children to sit quietly and listen in classrooms at a very young age. Recently in the Washington Post, Valerie Strauss wrote an article to the effect that when young children are forced to sit still at a desk all day, they do not develop the core muscle strength they normally would when allowed to run, skip and play and as a result, they feel agitated and restless. Young children especially need to be allowed to exercise and play freely.
The importance of Attachment Parenting
In addition to needing the freedom to be able to explore their world and play freely, children need as much time as they can possibly get with a nurturing mother and a loving father. Public schooling and programs can never replace a mother doing her job.
An article published on Live Science reports of a study that demonstrated that children who are loved and nurtured at an early age are likely to develop a larger hippocampus as well as experience less depression as an adult. Although the study was done on biological mothers and their children, the study points out that the effects would be the same with any primary caregiver who is consistently nurturing to the child.
Mothers and fathers who choose can provide loving empathy when their child falls, can pick him up and reassure him to keep standing and keep trying. Children love to hear from their parents, more than anyone else, that they are good. They like to be praised often and loved. It reaffirms to them their sense of belonging to a loving family and will increase their self-esteem as they grow.
It goes without saying that children who receive this kind of love and support continually will have a better concept of self as they relate to their family and others in their neighborhood and school than children who are either constantly criticized or neglected and left alone.
It’s time for us to let children be young once and rather than complain that they are inconvenient and in our way, celebrate their innocence and impressionability while they still have it.
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Persistent and longstanding racism has fueled harsher treatment of young Black people in the justice system.
Kim Taylor-Thompson
May 24, 2021
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This essay is part of the Brennan Center’s series examining the punitive excess that has come to define America’s criminal legal system.
America’s mistreatment of Black children is chronic and casual. Sadly, it is an American phenomenon — a handed-down thing — that is deeply rooted in American soil and in the American psyche. Virtually every system that touches Black children in this country — public schools, foster care, immigration — treats them more harshly than white children. Arguably, though, the most acute harm occurs in the criminal justice system, where we routinely exercise the power to designate and derail.
On a daily basis, the system prematurely labels Black children as adults, ignoring the child in the offender. We carelessly discard young Black offenders in a structure never designed for children. There, these young people lose much more than their freedom. They lose the opportunity to develop in a healthier environment. They can expect lifelong challenges associated with less education, increased mental health problems, higher rates of suicide, and greater financial instability. To interrupt this persistent pattern of mistreatment, we need to adopt a bright line rule prohibiting the prosecution of anyone under 21 in the adult criminal justice system.
Children have the right to be children. But our criminal justice system routinely ignores that reality when applied to Black children. Both brain science and common sense confirm that an adolescent’s act differs significantly from that of a mature adult. Adolescents are works in progress who exhibit signature traits. They are impulsive, they have greater difficulty recognizing and regulating emotional responses, and they fail to appreciate fully the risks of their behavior, favoring short-term rewards over potential costs. Adolescents succumb more readily to negative external influences such as the behavior of peers — even their very presence, in fact — and the influence of unstable environments.
But neuroscience tells us that the regions of the adolescent brain governing impulse control and risk avoidance have not yet fully formed. The good news is that these traits are not fixed; volatility and impetuosity are transitory. As young people mature into their mid-20s, they are better able to resist emotional impulses and regulate their behavior thanks to the development of brain structures and systems involved in executive function and impulse control. By the time young people reach their mid-20s, most will stop engaging in criminal conduct.
In recent years, this evidence has begun to persuade a growing number of courts and policymakers to question the national reflex to designate younger and younger people as adults in the criminal justice system. But the dark underbelly of that hopeful story is that not all children enjoy the benefits of that new approach. Even as we experience a reduction in our youth justice population, racial disparities persist. The prism of race distorts our perception of the Black youthful offender and misshapes the Black child’s experience of justice. Three intersecting phenomena are at play: stereotypical assumptions, dehumanization, and “adultification.”
The “Black person as criminal” stereotype, which equates dangerousness with skin color, has demonstrated remarkable resilience over time. It persists even in light of conflicting data. Indeed, the narrative is so pervasive and culturally ingrained in America that we implicitly make the connection even when we explicitly reject the view. We see young Black offenders as animals or savages who engage in “wilding” behavior. The process of dehumanization turns Black children into undifferentiated objects. It deprives them of their individual features, those qualities that make them valuable and unique. Instead, we brand them as nameless predators.
When we add adultification to the mix, the justice experience for Black children warps even further. Research reveals that we see Black boys and girls as older than their actual chronological age. Participants in a series of comprehensive studies misperceived 13-year-old Black boys as 17-year-olds. Just as importantly, the older that the participants considered the child, the more culpable the child seemed. In a separate set of studies of Black girls, respondents considered Black girls more adult than white girls at almost all stages of development. That adultification led respondents to conclude that Black girls needed less nurturing and protection than their white peers. The bottom line is simple: together, these phenomena prematurely strip Black children of the privilege and protections of childhood, provoking dangerous ramifications for them in the justice context.
We can trace an indelible through-line from this country’s racist origins to today’s racialized mistreatment of young people in our justice system. During slavery, white slavers separated Black children from their mothers because a child could garner a greater profit. This was not just profiteering; it was an explicit insistence that Black children were chattel, not human. During Jim Crow, white mobs lynched Black children if they dared cross a racial boundary that white society invented and ruthlessly enforced. Again, the declaration: Black children were not like other children. They needed to “know their place” in the racial caste or risk the ultimate sanction. Our history primed this nation to expect and accept the disparate treatment of Black children as somehow appropriate or deserved.
The 20th century justice system delivered on that expectation. Politicians, academics, and the media created and spread a “superpredator” mythology forecasting a tidal wave of violence by a new breed of offenders. This mythology contended that Black children were more predatory, more dangerous, more adult-like than white children. Although juvenile crime rates actually dropped in this period, the threat stoked fear that white America was in danger. That mischaracterization allowed Americans to withstand any tug of moral constraint in the rush to charge Black children as adults in the criminal justice system — children as young as nine. Politicians pushed “adult time for adult crime” legislation and then filled our prisons with young Black kids.
Even as recently as the summer of 2020, we continue to trip over reminders of this racialized treatment. When a white 17-year-old, Kyle Rittenhouse, opened fire on protesters in Kenosha, Wisconsin, killing two protesters, conservative pundits and political operatives were quick to describe him as a “little boy out there trying to protect his community.” Even when he walked past police toting a semi-automatic rifle, they did not stop or question him; almost certainly, an armed Black 17-year-old would not have lived to tell the story. But Rittenhouse was not perceived as dangerous. He was seen as a child. Contrast that with 12-year-old Tamir Rice, a child playing with a toy gun in his neighborhood park. A Cleveland police officer sized up Tamir in an instant. He considered him dangerous, shooting and killing him within two seconds of getting out of his patrol car — evidence, once again, of the pernicious power of racialized perceptions in our discretionary calls.
Retaining the discretion to charge a young offender in adult court leads to an untenable form of racial exceptionalism: an adolescent’s signature traits will be treated as “mitigating qualities” unless the offender is Black. Adolescent characteristics skew differently when we add race to the mix. Impulsivity morphs into dangerous unpredictability. Misbehavior in the company of peers becomes “gang activity.” The inability to appreciate long-term risks devolves into intrinsic irresponsibility. So long as we allow the discretionary call to charge some offenders in the adult system, we will continue to see prosecutors in juvenile court weaponizing adult prosecution as a way to coerce a more severe outcome in juvenile court. We will continue to see Black kids shouldered out of rehabilitative care even when they engage in the exact same behavior as white children. We will continue to see prosecutors misperceiving Black children’s wrongful conduct as willful rather than the product of immaturity. Breaking this racism habit requires us to prohibit the prosecution of anyone under 21 in the adult criminal system.
Kim Taylor-Thompson is a professor of clinical law emerita at NYU School of Law.
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Be like children. Repeating these words of Christ, we think little about what should be taken from children and what should be left once and for all.
After all, the fact that we are children of God also means that we must grow and mature, mature and become wiser.
It is no coincidence that the Apostle Paul repeatedly called the first Christians: “Don’t be children!”
Brothers! do not be children of the mind: be children for evil, but be of age in understanding” (1 Cor. 14:20), he writes to the supersensible and unintelligent Corinthians.
And in his Epistle to the Hebrews, he recalls that it is time to move from milk to solid food, i.e. at least to learn something, to develop skills, to distinguish between good and evil:
“For, judging by the time, you should have been teachers; but you again need to be taught the first principles of the word of God, and you need milk, not solid food. Whoever feeds on milk is ignorant of the word of truth, because he is a child; but solid food belongs to the perfect, whose senses have been accustomed by practice to distinguish between good and evil” (Hebrews 5:12-14).
If we sit on a milk diet and do not exercise the mind, our Christian childhood can be delayed.
It is a pitiful sight to see Christians who have stopped developing, who do not change at all, who have learned nothing and are not able to teach anything.
An even more pitiful sight is when such older children begin to think of themselves that they are the best, that they are special, that they are the chosen ones, that they should be the “leaders”.
Describing the miserable state of the people of God, the prophet Isaiah names the main culprits of all this. And these are not external enemies at all. “Children are the oppressors of my people, and women rule over them” (Isaiah 3:12).
Children who have taken the lead are destroying an entire nation.
This is the scariest thing. If the people have worthy leaders, any trouble can be dealt with. But if the leaders are weak in mind, capricious, selfish, cowardly, inexperienced, unfortified, changeable, suspicious, dependent children, then there is no need for enemies, everything will collapse from within by itself.
This is the greatest misfortune of God’s people, of old and now.
No one is worthy – “a brave leader and a warrior, a judge and a prophet, and a seer and an old man, a Pentecostal and a nobleman and counselor, and a wise artist and skillful in speech” (Isaiah 3:2-3).
In exchange for all these worthy men, we have received “youths for rulers,” so that “children will rule” (Isaiah 3:4) as they please in their immature, and sometimes even seriously corrupted mind.
In the absence of order and respect for elders “one will be oppressed by another, and each by his neighbor; a young man will brazenly exalt himself over an old man, and a commoner over a nobleman” (Isaiah 3:5).
And everything will fall into such a decline that even those who are worthy will give up leadership: “I cannot heal the wounds of society; and in my house there is neither bread nor clothes; do not make me the leader of the people” (Isaiah 3:7). The worthy will refuse, and the unworthy will climb at any cost, climb higher and higher over heads and corpses, grab everything they can.
It is this internal corruption, and not the military defeat, that will be “the destruction of Jerusalem and the fall of Judah.” And all this will be “against the Lord”, “an insult to the eyes of His glory.”
Then the Lord will undertake to restore order Himself and will judge the haughty, who have nothing to be proud of, who cover their inner emptiness with outfits and jewelry.
Isaiah warns all self-confident and narcissistic “young leaders” that He will show everyone their insignificance – He will expose them, expose their shame, take away jewelry, “and instead of incense there will be a stench, and instead of a belt there will be a rope, and instead of curled hair – baldness, and instead of a wide epancha – narrow sackcloth, instead of beauty – a brand” (Isaiah 3:23).
I myself have been an advocate for the “young generation of leaders” for quite a long time, and I still believe that without them it is impossible to fully live and develop. But the thing is that these “young leaders” need to be taught and prepared, instructed and led.
When they are given leadership positions immediately, without preparation and verification, without training and probation, this destroys them and the entire society around them. The same can be said about “women’s leadership”, although this is a slightly different topic.
If there are only “children and women” in the pulpit and on the stage, if no one is interested in the opinion of “a brave leader and warrior, a judge and a prophet, and a seer and an old man, a Pentecostal and a nobleman and an adviser, and a wise artist and skillful in words” , then this state can be called deplorable. If we do not correct this, then God Himself will judge us.
If our leaders are children, then the prophecy of Isaiah applies to us: “Your men will fall by the sword, and your brave ones will fight. And the gates of the capital will sigh and weep, and it will sit on the ground devastated” (Isaiah 3:24,25).
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This phrase is often used by people today. Adult people. It has become in a certain sense “fashionable”, “folk”, and many do not even know that Christ said it. Accordingly, they do not know what the Lord meant when He spoke these words. “Be like children” – without understanding, without delving into the wonderful meaning of the golden words, this topic can be deployed as we like, as it will be convenient for us, and used in our lives, justifying some “immature”, frivolous actions and antics . What does it mean to be like children? What is the true meaning here? Maybe it means putting on short pants and climbing into the sandbox with a shovel? Or play in childhood and not go to work, stepping back from responsibility, duties, worries and problems? We have grown up, we live an adult life, we think, speak, act like an adult. But how, remaining adults, to be children?
We all come from childhood. This is the time when we will not leave the garden until we smell all the flowers that grow there. When we chase butterflies, draw with chalk on the pavement, rejoice at a cloud that looks like cotton candy and dream of eating it, when we enthusiastically collect colorful pebbles or shells, and mom, shrugging her shoulders, looks sympathetically at dad, because it’s him to carry home such a valuable and large bag of pebbles. Yes, it is a great time to notice, be surprised and enjoy the simplest, the smallest, when you like everything, when you are constantly busy discovering the beautiful world and you look at everything and everyone with love. Where does it go when we grow up? Where does the desire to observe and discover beauty disappear, where does the feeling of joy and admiration disappear when you watch an ant or smell a flower? Where do discontent and distrust come from? It’s just that we are adults, we are tired, we are restrained. Beetles, stones and clouds are for children, but we have a different prose of life. We, exhausted from the whole day at work, run home, not noticing no people around, no flowers, no clouds – they don’t look like anything to us at all. You won’t rest at home either, there is always a lot of work, and then there are children with their questions “why?” and “what if?”. A simple example. The child in the children’s room built a tower and calls his mother to look. Mom has no time, she cooks soup, and the child leaves upset. After a minute, he forgot that he was upset and asked his mother to find him in the room where he would hide. Mom, who has soup in her mind and a few other events of the day, automatically says to her son “good”. Ten, twenty minutes pass, and the child is still waiting for his mother. In the end, he again comes to the kitchen and asks why his mother did not look for him and in response he receives: “no time”, “I would care about you”, “play for now yourself”. So the child is often on his own, and he just wants attention, he wants to play together, laugh, talk, whisper confidentially. And if this is not the case, then the child, becoming a teenager, already firmly learns that he is not accepted, they do not understand at home, that there is no one to talk to, parents have no time.
Why do we, adults, after two or three questions from children, begin to get irritated and already answer rudely or even shut the children’s mouths? We think their questions are stupid and unnecessary, but they don’t think so. These questions excite them, the children want to know why there are colored puddles, and where is that dog’s mom and dad. Children do not have unnecessary questions, it is we who rather have no interest in the beautiful, pure, kind. We no longer want to think, contemplate the world and rejoice, we are adults.
Children love life, it is interesting for them to live, they find many reasons to smile and rejoice. They are woven by God from tenderness, love for the world around them, they are full of purity, faith, trust, sincere openness. Children do not know how it is possible in a different way, and they do not need it differently! They are happy to be themselves and love life, love their parents, and in their simplicity they do not think of something unkind and unpleasant.
Jesus said, “Truly, I say to you, unless you turn and become like children, you will not enter the kingdom of heaven” (Matthew 18:3). What is important to children, what do they want, what are they like? And what do we adults want, what are we? Children are not familiar with envy, hatred, resentment and unforgiveness, they do not want wealth, money and fame, worldly honors. Children are not afraid of hunger, or what to drink and what to wear, they completely trust their parents. Children love without conditions, they are affectionate and not hypocritical, they have no idea whether a person is well or poorly dressed, whether he has money or not, they are just friends and love. What do we think? Being like children is not only about flying a kite into the sky or blowing soap bubbles, it is at the same time treating people like children, loving them, making friends sincerely, communicating openly, rejoicing with those who are happy, helping and sympathizing with those who are upset. . Children believe that there is a God who loves them and their parents, they have no doubt that God is kind and caring, they do not look for strict evidence of the existence of God, because He is real in their life, in their pure heart. To be like children means not to remember insults, to wish happiness to our neighbors, and most importantly, to us adults, to trust God like little children. Sincerely, openly, completely, completely, forever.
The Lord loves us, we are His children. So why don’t we behave like children? Let us, with childish trust, come to God and open ourselves to Him. Let our life be under His wise guidance. The Lord is always ready to listen to us, He always has time for us. May children’s sincerity, genuine joy, purity of thoughts, kindness and meekness fill our hearts. So that we love people, find time for joyful, pleasant communication with the family, notice the miraculous in nature, play with our children and write in our hearts – to be like children, “. .. for of such is the kingdom of heaven” (Matthew 1 “They brought children to Him so that He would touch them; but the disciples did not admit those who offered” (Mark 10:13). The Jews had a custom to bring children to a famous rabbi for blessing. And so, mothers with babies in their arms make their way to the Teacher with difficulty, overcoming the resistance of the students. They reproached them, explaining that Master was tired and He needed rest.
But Jesus Christ, seeing this, was indignant: “Let the children come to Me and do not hinder them, for the Kingdom of God is for such as they” (Mark 10:14, translated by M. Kulakov). And further He said: “Truly I say to you, whoever does not receive the kingdom of God like a child will not enter it” (v. 15). After these words, Jesus Christ took the children in his arms and blessed them.
Jesus Christ came to earth to restore the Kingdom of God, destroyed by sin. He revealed that the principles of this Kingdom are love, mercy, and justice, and showed people in practice the character of God the King. Jesus Christ has yet to destroy the power of Satan and make the dominion of God complete and comprehensive, but every person can become a citizen of the Kingdom of God today. To do this, you need to accept it, “like a child.” What does this mean?
1. When a small child is born, the mother is the queen and the father is the king. The family is a wonderful realm to which many of us would love to return! Therefore, the first meaning of the expression “to receive the Kingdom as a child” is: “a man must be born.” But how can a person be born, being already born? Once one of the noble Jews asked Jesus Christ this question and received the answer: “Unless one is born of water and the Spirit, he cannot enter the Kingdom of God” (John 3:5). That is, “to receive the Kingdom as a child” means: “to be born of water and the Spirit.”
“To be born of the Spirit” means to be reconciled with God and give Him your heart, entering into which the Spirit of God will free a person from attachment to sin, teach him to understand the will of God and fill him with love for others, strength and desire to serve the Lord. To be “born of water” means to be baptized, a special rite of making a covenant with God.
2. Now let’s look at the relationship between mother and baby. The child is absolutely dependent on it, he does not protest against this dependence, he accepts it. What happens if a baby is left without a mother? He will die. But the older the child gets, the more independent he wants to be. More and more often he says: “I myself!” Is this not our relationship with God? With our Heavenly Father, we behave “like adults,” we boast of our independence, we are presumptuous. And the Lord, with the help of life circumstances, has to reason with us, reminding us: “Without me you can do nothing” (John 15:5). Therefore, “to accept the Kingdom of God as a child” also means: “to renounce your independence from God and acknowledge His dominion in your life.”
Loss of independence… These are terrible words for the world. Every person dreams of independence, every family strives for independence, every state fights for its sovereignty. But in relationship with God, things are different. What a blessing it is to be in constant dependence on Him! Let every day of your life be a celebration of dependence on God.
3. Tell me, how much does parental care cost for an infant: security, food, clothes, stroller, toys? How much does he pay his mother and father for all this? Not at all! The child receives a life fully paid for by the parents. He accepts this life as a gift.
In the Gospel we read: “For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life” (John 3:16). Therefore, “to receive the Kingdom of God as a child” also means “to believe that our forgiveness and eternal life are paid in full by the One who died for us on the cross of Calvary.” Simply amazing, in just one phrase, Jesus Christ outlined several of the most important doctrines of Holy Scripture at once!
So, in order to enter the Kingdom of God, every person must first accept it. For this, it is necessary to be baptized in water, accept the power of the Holy Spirit, give up your independence and acknowledge the sovereignty of God. Finally, to believe that our present and future are paid for at Calvary.
Once upon a time a group of naturalists was looking for plants unknown to science in hard-to-reach places in the Alps. And so, through binoculars, scientists saw a rare flower. It grew in a deep gorge, compressed on all sides by sheer cliffs. To get it, you had to go down into the gorge. A boy from a nearby village often hovered near the camp, watching with curiosity what these “strange uncles” were doing. He was offered: “We will pay you well if you go down on a rope into the gorge. You carefully dig up the flower, and we will pull you up.” The boy looked down, thought for a while, and then said, “Wait, I’ll be right back,” and ran away. He returned accompanied by a gray-haired man. “I will get the flower,” the boy said, “but my father will hold the rope.
My oldest son is going to middle school next year and quite frankly I don’t know where the time went. As he transitions into this new phase in his life, I can’t help but wonder, have we provided him with a solid enough foundation to lean on as his sphere of influence widens? Does he fully grasp what morals and values are important to our family?
Sure my husband and I have discussed these thing amongst ourselves, but we never explicitly discussed it with our kids. As my son prepares to start middle school, I want him to be clear about our family’s core beliefs and also our goals as a family.
According to Stephen Covey, author of 7 Habits of Highly Effective Families, when families lack a shared vision “kids can be swept along with the flow of society’s values and trends.”Unfortunately, everything that society values isn’t always in line with what our family believes in. This is why it’s so important that families share with their kids from early on who they are as a family and what they are about.
Covey believes that creating a family mission statement is one way to establish a family’s identity. He defines a family mission statement as “a combined, unified expression from all family members of what your family is all about — what it is you really want to do and be — and the principles you choose to govern your family life.”Basically a family mission statement lays out for your family what you want to accomplish together and how you plan on getting it done.
Bottom line, every family should have a family mission statement. Below I’m going to share with you some ideas on how to create one.
1. Schedule a family meeting. Plan a time to explain to your children that your family will be developing a family mission statement. Covey suggests that you make this planning meeting a special occasion for the family. We made creating our mission statement part of our New Year’s Eve celebration.
2. Brainstorm with your family to determine what your family is all about. It’s important that everyone gets to have a say in what your family mission statement will be. Children will be more likely to adhere to your mission statement when they help to create it. The following are some questions you can ask to help figure out your family’s identity.
• What words best describes our family? • What are our strengths as a family? • What is our purpose as a family? • If our home could be filled with one feeling, what would it be? • What makes you want to come home? • What embarrasses you about our family? • What would you like for other people to say about our family? • What kind of relationships do we want to have with each other? • How do we want to talk to each other and treat each other? • As a family, we are at our best when… • As a family, we are at our worst when… • Name three things you want our family to value. • How are we unique as a family? • What are some of our family’s core values and beliefs? (i. e. honesty, loyalty, kindness, acceptance). • What do you want our family to accomplish in the next 10 years?
Try not to get too hung up on getting the ‘right’ answers to these questions. Focus more on the process of discussing your family’s vision and goals. This is a great opportunity to bond with your family as you listen to each other discuss what’s important to each of you.
3. Narrow down your list. Once you have answered the above questions, you will no doubt have a large amount of information that could be included in your mission statement. However, since you want your mission statement to be brief, everything can’t be included. Review the answers given by family members and then work with them to determine the top ten priorities for your family. We did this by taking a family vote.
4. Write your family mission statement. After you and your family decide what priorities and goals are most important to your family, it’s time to use this information to draft your family’s mission statement. Keep your statement short because you want it to be easily remembered. A rule of thumb is to keep your mission statement under 100 words.
There’s no right way to make a family mission statement so you have a lot of leeway in how your finished product looks. For example, you can write it as a paragraph, as a series of bullets, as a song, etc. The key is whatever works for your family. Check out these sample mission statements from other families.
5. Create a visual display of your family mission statement. Once you are satisfied with your family mission statement, frame it and hang it where it will be seen daily. This will ensure that family members have a constant reminder of what your family is all about and what you are seeking to accomplish. 6. Review family mission statement often. If you want your kids to internalize your family’s mission statement, then you will need to review it with them often. Try and find ways to refer back to your mission statement through-out the day. For example, when my kids do something wrong I ask them if their behavior is in line with our mission as a family. This usually opens up the door to discuss their behavior and they get a clear explanation of why their behavior is problematic and what they need to do to fix it.
I hope you find this information helpful as you set out to create your family mission statement. Don’t forget to check out 20 Family Reflection Questions To Discuss With Your Family in the New Year!
How and why to write a family mission statement
How and why to write a family mission statement
Fostering a sense of belonging in a family is an important part of cultivating a positive family culture. It is vital for our children that our homes are a space where they feel safe, connected, loved and accepted unconditionally.
Children need to feel they belong. And they need to feel that they are a part of something bigger than themselves – something important, and special. It is this sense of belonging that builds resilience in our children. It helps them develop healthy self esteem and self identity and gives them the confidence they need to manage challenges, to solve problems and to ask for help when they need it.
But a positive family culture doesn’t just happen on its own. Building a healthy, loving home – and family – requires intentionality. It requires us as parents to set clear guidelines – a pathway for us and our children based on our own big vision for what we want our family to look and feel like. And a great way to do this is by creating a family mission statement.
What is a mission statement?
A mission statement is a short summary of what matters most to you as a family. The principles that guide you. Creating a mission statement together is a powerful way to reflect upon your values as a family and gives everyone a clear understanding of what you stand for and expect of each other as a family.
Why create a family mission statement?
Having a shared vision – a clear purpose, values and goals – as a family, helps children and parents feel connected to each other, and creates a sense of belonging and unity. A mission statement is a roadmap that lays out not only where you are headed as family, but also how you will get there. And that’s because it can help to guide your parenting decisions, as well as your child’s decisions as they grow. It provides them (and you) with a very clear framework and set of expectations to follow based upon your agreed upon values and beliefs.
5 steps to create a family mission statement
1. Discuss
If your kids are old enough to participate, I recommend you do this activity together as a family. Set aside a time to discuss your mission statement, free from distractions – the process of discussing your values is just as important as the finished mission statement itself! This is a time for in depth, meaningful and intentional discussion, so don’t worry too much what it looks like. The most important thing is that you are taking time to have the conversation!
Some questions to consider during your discussion:
What is important to us as a family?
What do we believe in as a family?
How do we want it to feel in our family?
What do we enjoy doing together as a family?
How do we treat people as a family?
What do we enjoy doing together as a family?
What do we want to do more of as a family?
How do we show our love and respect for each other in our family?
It’s important that you listen to everyone during this process and write ALL ideas down. Because everyone deserves to have their voice heard during this process – even the smallest members of the family.
2. Create a draft
Once you’ve written down everyone’s ideas, it’s time to create a draft mission statement. Think together about which ideas are the MOST important to you as a family. Perhaps choose the top 5-6 values you all agree are important to you as a family. And then pay attention to any recurring themes, ideas or words that continue to come up. Find the ones that fit best with your family values and allow you to live them out in your daily actions.
To help guide you during this process and to provide structure your mission statement, you might like to choose an opening line like:
In the ____(insert name)_____ family we________
In this home we do___________
In our family we believe __________
In this family we value ____________
We are a family who ___________
3. Take a break
Once you’ve created your draft I want you to take some space from it to really consider whether it feels right for your family. Wait a day or two. Think about it. Notice how things in your family feel. How are you relating to each other? Once you’ve taken a break, come back together and read your mission statement aloud. Are you still happy with it? Does it truly reflect your family’s values? If the answer is yes, great! Now it’s time to finalise it. If the answer is no, then make any necessary tweaks and changes first!
4. Finalise your mission statement
Now it’s time to put it all together. Displaying your finalised mission statement in a prominent place in your home is a great way to remind everyone of what’s important to you as a family and foster a sense of togetherness, belonging and shared purpose. If you’re a creative family you might like to make a poster together, or you may prefer to type your mission statement out on the computer or use a program or app to create a fun printable version.
Once your mission statement is completed, be sure to display it somewhere everyone in the family can see it. Try to choose a high traffic area in your home or a very visible spot where everyone tends to gather. For example, you may like to display your mission statement in your entry way near the front door, in your living room, or on the wall above your dining or kitchen table so you can see it while you eat meals together.
5. Review your mission statement
A mission statement is not set in stone. It’s not an unchanging, static document – it can’t be! It will change and grow as your family changes and grows. This is especially true if you complete your mission statement while your children are very young, or if you add new family members to your crew! So it’s always a good idea to come back to your mission statement periodically and review whether it is still an accurate reflection of your family values and goals – you may even like to make it an annual family tradition.
And remember, there is no right or wrong way to complete a mission statement. Since no two families are the same, no two mission statements will be the same either. Your mission statement is unique to you and your family, so try to let go of expectations about how it “should” look and just do what works for your family.
And remember, the process is often more important than the finished product. Just the process of discussing what matters to you as a family can create a huge shift in the way your family interacts with each other – and the world.
Need some more help to create a mission statement for your family?
As a member of the Mindful Little Mama – my online mindful parenting membership – you’ll get access to a comprehensive workbook including reflection and discussion questions to help you clarify your family values and templates to help you create your own stunning mission statement you can display proudly in your home. You’ll also get access to an amazing community of mindful parents, all working towards their own shared vision of creating happy, healthy families free from shame, blame and guilt. The membership only opens to new members a few times a year, but you can get yourself on the waitlist here.
Sarah Conway
Sarah is a psychologist, mama of 4 and the creator of Mindful Little Minds. She has over 10 years of experience working with children, adolescents and families experiencing mental health problems and has a special interest in anxiety disorders in children. In her spare time she enjoys hugging her kids, drinking coffee, and telling anyone who’ll listen how tired she is.
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How To Write A Family Mission Statement
But, why?
You know how toddlers pass through that phase where every question is greeted with the response “but, why?”
Aside from being highly annoying, if you think about it, it’s quite profound. Whatever we are doing in life, we should always start by asking why.
And when it comes to something as important as managing a family, if we can agree on the ‘why’, it makes all the other day-to-day decisions so much easier.
Creating a Family Mission Statement is a way to help you and your family understand the why.
It’s about agreeing on your core values and creating a shared vision for your family. And it provides a tool to help steer your family in the intended direction.
“The forces pulling on families are too strong in the modern world. Ultimately we must decide either to steer, or to go where the river takes us. ”
William Doherty, Author of The Intentional Family.
You may be thinking this all sounds very corporate, or perhaps a little bit corny.
However, if businesses find it useful to have a Mission Statement, why shouldn’t we consider the same principles for running a family?
And, as is often the case, the process is more important than the product.
So, with that in mind, here is a seven-step process for how to write a Family Mission Statement.
Step 1. Schedule a meeting
Again, that sounds very corporate, doesn’t it?
But don’t worry. It doesn’t need to be. I mean, feel free to bring your whiteboard and your post-it notes, if that’s your thing. But what’s important is that you dedicate some time to have the discussion.
If your kids are old enough, you should involve them in the process. So you’ll need to hold a family meeting and make it clear to everyone what you are discussing.
If your kids are too young (you be the judge of that) or it’s still just the two of you, then even better – that’s the perfect time to start talking about this stuff.
Now, grab a pizza, a bottle of wine, or whatever gets your creative juices flowing. It’s time to get started!
Step 2. Have the discussion
This is the most important part of the process. It’s about sitting down and discussing what being a family means to each of you.
As a couple, you both bring unique backgrounds to the relationship. This is a chance to discuss your respective upbringings and decide which aspects you would like to carry over to your new family and which parts you want to drop. You may even learn something new about your partner.
If your kids are involved, it’s great to get their input and understand what they love about being part of this family. What ideas are important to them?
You can also draw inspiration from other families. Which other families do you admire? And what is it that you admire about them?
This is an open conversation with everyone participating, so feel free to go with the flow. But to get you started, here are a few questions that could help guide the discussion.
Most of these are taken from The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Families, by Stephen Covey.
Questions for couples
What sort of relationship do we want to have as a couple?
How do we want to resolve our differences?
What kind of parents do we want to be?
What roles will each of us perform?
Which traditions from our own families do we want to carry over?
What principles do we want to teach our children?
What qualities do we want to ingrain in them?
What sort of people do we want our kids to be in 5, 10, 20 years?
Questions for kids
What kind of feeling do we want to have in our home?
What kind of home would you like to invite your friends to?
What do we want to be remembered by?
What kind of relationships do we want to have with one another?
What things are truly important to us as a family?
What are our responsibilities as family members?
Who are our heroes? What it is about them that we like and would like to emulate?
Step 3: Capture key themes and ideas
During the discussion, some common themes and words will start to emerge. Make sure you write them down. You can put them on post-it notes, on a Trello Board or whatever works for you. In our case, we used a google doc.
These words and phrases will help you discover your family values, which is what we’ll be refining in the next step.
Each family is unique, so it’s important to identify things that are truly important to your family.
It’s fine for values to be aspirational, but if they are too removed from how you actually live your lives, they won’t work. So don’t choose things that you think ‘should’ be included, choose the ones that truly resonate and inspire each member of your family.
These are the values that can help guide your family for many years to come.
“Values are not end goals, they are guidelines for our actions.”
Nir Eyal, Indistractable
If you are stuck for ideas, here are a few examples of core family values you could draw from:
Examples of Core Family Values
Honesty
Generosity
Compassion
Health
Humour
Learning
Gratitude
Creativity
Discipline
Faith
Friends
Fun
Hard work
Integrity
Community service
Note: Prior to defining your family values, it’s often helpful to understand your personal values. If you haven’t already done this, I explain how in the 7-Steps To Being A Better Man, Partner and Dad – Free eBook.
Step 4: Agree on your Core Family Values
If you are feeling tired, you may choose to take a break at this point and come back to it another day.
But, if you are still on a roll, the next step is to refine your ideas into a list of core family values.
You’ve probably got a lot of different words and phrases captured. So, you can start by grouping similar items under common themes. This will help reduce the size of the list.
Try to get it down to something manageable. The smaller, the better. But less than ten words or phrases would be ideal. These are going to be your core values.
Now, it’s time to rank these values in order of importance.
You can do this by pairing them off against each other in a knockout competition. Kind of like a game of Top Trumps (apologies for the 80s reference).
Start with the first two values on your list and ask the question: “If we had to choose just one of these, which one would it be”?
The winner moves up the list, the loser moves down to compete with the next one on. Keep repeating this process until you are comfortable you have your list in an order that everyone is more or less in agreeance with.
This may seem difficult or unnecessary, but it’s a worthwhile exercise.
Reducing the size of the list forces you to ask the question – is this really a ‘core’ value? And ranking them helps you understand which of your core values are MOST important.
Step 5: Create your Family Mission Statement
Now it’s time to create your Family Mission Statement. There’s no set formula, so you can be as creative as you like.
“A mission statement doesn’t have to be some big, formal document. It can even be a word or a phrase, or something creative and entirely different such as an image or a symbol”
Stephen R. Covey
Covey even mentions families that have created a song or a poem for their family mission statement. Each to their own I guess 🙂
In our case, I didn’t want to spend time wordsmithing it at this stage, as I expect we will come back to it later and refine it. But we wanted to get something down as a starting point.
Here’s what we came up with for our Family Mission Statement. It won’t win any poetry prizes, but for now, it does the job.
We proudly show our love and affection We live healthy and sustainable lives. We appreciate our family and friends. We support each other and work as a team. We follow our passions. We laugh and have fun. We respect ourselves and others. We are always grateful for what we have. We help make the world a better place.
And here are some other examples of Family Mission Statements from the 7 Habits of Highly Effective Families:
Family Mission Statement Examples
“The mission of our family is to create a nurturing place of faith, order, truth, love, happiness and relaxation, and to provide opportunity for each individual to become responsibly independent, and effectively interdependent, in order to serve worthy purposes in society. “
Our family mission: To love each other… To help each other… To believe in each other… To wisely use our time, talents, and resources to bless others… To worship together… Forever.
Step 6 – Test Drive your Family Mission Statement
If you’ve made it this far, then you’ve already done all the hard work. But if you never refer to your Family Mission Statement again, it won’t have the desired effect. So, make sure you put it somewhere you will see it.
Some families like to design a printed version of their Mission Statement and display it on the wall. And some get very creative.
Examples of Family Mission Statements (source: Pinterest)
But if the poster on the wall feels a bit corny for you, at least make sure it’s saved and easily accessible so you can refer to it regularly (e.g. ours is saved to a Google Doc with a link from my desktop).
Now, start using your Family Mission Statement. Take it for a test drive and see if it works.
If you’ve got it right, your Family Mission Statement should be helping you to make day-to-day decisions, both small and large.
For example:
Which school should we send the kids to? (which school best matches our family values?)
Where should we go on our next family vacation? (what’s most in line with our family mission statement?)
The Family Mission statement can also help with family rules. Nobody likes rules, so the fewer rules you need to enforce the better.
Your Mission Statement can help you decide which rules are worth enforcing. And it can help your kids understand ‘why’ these rules are important to your family.
Step 7: Review and refine as needed
Families evolve, kids get older and circumstances change. So over time, your Family Mission Statement may need to evolve as well.
In any case, it’s good to come back and review it on a semi-regular basis.
Does it still resonate? Does it need a bit of a tweak? Maybe the kids are a bit older now and want to contribute?
To make sure this happens, you could create an annual event and make it a new family tradition. Or you could habit stack, by attaching it to an existing event, so you don’t forget to do it.
e.g. ‘Change your clocks, change your smoke detector batteries, review your Family Mission Statement’ 🙂
In our case, we will be reviewing our Mission Statement each year following our wedding anniversary. Or more regularly if needed.
It’s about the process, not the product
No two families are the same, so no two mission statements will be the same. It’s about finding something that works for you.
In fact, you may only get as far as defining your values and leave it at that. That alone could be very helpful.
Remember, the process is more important than the product.
The objective of writing a family mission statement is to create a shared vision for your family, so everyone understands where you are headed.
Stephen Covey describes it as your flight plan. And, as with a flight, you should expect that family life won’t always run according to plan. That’s okay!
“Good families – even great families – are off track 90 per cent of the time! The key is that they have a sense of destination. They know what the “track” looks like. And they keep coming back to it time and time again.”
Stephen R. Covey
Having a Family Mission Statement can help you be a more intentional parent by articulating your family’s values, vision and purpose.
And what’s more, you’ll now have the perfect response when you get asked the question…… “But, why?”
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Best Mission Statement Examples
One of the common characteristics of mission statements is that they leave a lasting impression of your brand in the minds of your customers.
This encourages them to choose you over other brands 👀
A good mission statement encapsulates your organization’s core values and reflects its personality.
So how do you write your mission statement? And what companies would you like to emulate?
Let’s start with the definition of “mission statement” , how to create one, and finish with examples of mission statements developed by the world’s leading companies.
What is a Mission Statement? 🧐
Mission Mission 🆚 Application for vision
Definition of a vision of 📝
3 common errors, which should be avoided 🙅🏽ape
Presentation for the management of 👩🏼💻
15 Best examples of the mission 💯
I have a Mission Statement. Now what? 💁🏻♂️
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A mission statement can be defined as a statement that declares the purpose of small business and how it serves its customers.
Application is usually action based. It includes a brief description of the organization, what it does and its main goals.
The Mission Statement provides clarity about the “who” , “what” and “why” of your organization.
Some of the best mission statements tend to be the guidelines by which an organization operates. Everything an organization does should be centered around a mission statement.
Most policy statements contain one to three sentences. And they never exceed a hundred words. The best mission statements consist of one clear sentence.
Therefore, you need to keep this in mind when creating your 👈🏽
Your company’s mission statement must be communicated to all stakeholders, including employees, on their first day on the job.
You must highlight him in all recruiting and induction sessions. And your employees should have it on hand.
After all, this is the mission for which your employees must work every day . Otherwise, they will begin to feel aimless and it will be difficult for them to understand their purpose.
Mission Statement 🆚 Vision Statement
To write a compelling mission statement, you need to follow a few steps which we will now discuss.
First, be careful : you don’t want to end up with a vision statement instead of a mission statement.
Vision Statement Definition 📝
The Mission Statement clarifies who, what and why is a organization.
On the other hand, the vision statement describes how the organization wants society or the world to be as a result of its services.
The mission statement acts as a guide for the organization to achieve its vision.
You should also avoid short descriptions of non-profit organization services in general sentence .
Here are the steps to follow when writing a mission statement:
1. Sit Together With Leadership 👥
opinion is the purpose of your organization. You need to ask questions such as:
What are the main problems that the organization solves? Why are we here?
When you applied for this position, why were you wanted to work exactly with this organization?
Who are our customers and what do they prioritize ?
What picture do we want to show to the outside world as an organization?
How do we use our best product and/or service to achieve our goals?
What is the purpose of this organization
What do you like about working in the organization?
What makes this organization different from competitors ?
What founding principles and philosophies determined how you answered all these questions?
You need to involve every member of management in this process.
During the interview, take notes and note the similarities and differences between the answers. Are there specific topics or issues that arise? If yes, you can use them to write your mission statement.
2. Identification of general topics and new topics of the interview 👨🏼💻
At the second stage, it is necessary to analyze the general themes that emerged during the interview. To do this, you need to set aside a couple of hours or a whole day.
You should devote sufficient time to this process, as writing a mission statement is necessary to identify the interests and motives of your organization. As you develop ideas, keep the following in mind:
Your mission statement must be reachable . The organization must work in this direction. And it must be achievable.
Your mission statement must be clear and understandable by all
The best mission statements must inspire both management and staff
It must distinguish your organization from others and be unique
Mission statement must inspire credibility and inspire all key stakeholders
After you have written all the paragraphs, rewrite them all clearly . Eliminate as many offers as possible.
After you’ve reduced all the paragraphs to three sentences, try combining these sentences into one overarching thought that reflects your topic.
Do this for all the topics that you uncovered during the interview. As a result, you will have a wide range of options that you can present to business leaders.
3. Describe how the organization does what it does 💁🏽
0003 look for a detailed description of your organization’s physical operations.
Instead, they will look for a description of how the business operates. This involves including one or more core values in the description.
You should take some time to list all the core values that you must express in your enterprise. Some of the values you should use when writing your mission statement include:
Provision of high -quality products
Providing Customer service
Protection Environment
Strengthening equality
It is important to focus on your organization’s core competencies when considering the values you should include in your application.
Focus on one or two at the most. And add them to the description of what your organization does.
3 Common Mistakes to Avoid 🙅🏽♀️
When coming up with ideas for your mission statement, you should avoid the following mistakes :
1. not as something that explains the reason for the existence of the organization,
is not effective.
You need to avoid listing what your organization does and focus on what drives the organization’s strategy and inspires your people.
2. Lack of Fun and Personality
A key characteristic of the best mission statements, such as Starbucks, is the incorporation of an organization’s unique personality. Your mission statement should not lack personality.
While it’s tempting to come up with a statement that presents your organization as serious and professional, it’s important and helpful to reflect the culture that makes your organization unique.
3. Use of Jargon
Including “buzz” words and jargon in a mission statement is a common mistake that most organizations make when drafting their mission statements.
Good mission statements consist of simple and clear statements that convey the purpose of the organization.
Management Presentation 👩🏼💻
Having come up with several options for the mission statement, you must present them to managers in order to receive feedback . You should be prepared to receive a lot of conflicting opinions.
Remember that this is part of the process.
Mission statements develop when you take the time to clarify your ideas. Once management has accepted your mission statement, you will be ready communicate it to other stakeholders.
Your mission statement must be at the center of the minds and hearts of people. This statement not only explains why your business exists, but also why people want to do business with you.
Some organizations go so far as to make mission statement the theme of their campaigns. You must ensure that your mission statement is visible on premises, on sales and marketing materials, and on the website.
A great mission statement is not only a slogan, but also the basis of your leadership.
It can help guide people who are not familiar with the business. In order to achieve the main goals of the organization, you will also need to create a vision statement.
15 Best Mission Statement Examples 💯
Now that you know what a mission statement is and how to create one, it’s time to address the key question of this article – What should a good mission statement look like? Who does it right?
Here are some of the best software applications that you can review and use to create your own.
1. JetBlue ✈️
“Inspire humanity on the ground and in the air”
Image Source: JetBlue
JetBlue’s mission statement is clear and broad. This proves that your mission statement does not need to be tied to the specific case your company is involved in. inspirational statement focused per audience.
This creates an instant connection with readers, which should come as no surprise given their history of personal marketing and creativity.
JetBlue advertises itself as a group of people dedicated to serving people in the airline industry. Their mission statement is accurate because it reflects the company’s personality and branding.
2. Tesla 🚘
“Accelerate the transition to sustainable energy”
Video source: YouTube
Tesla aims to improve the use of sustainable energy around the world . Therefore, it should not be surprising that her policy statement reflects this. Also, the use of the word “speed up” makes this statement perfect.
The Mission Statement focuses on Tesla’s core goal: providing the public with clean energy vehicles, while recognizing the transition from fuel to sustainable energy.
Recognizing that their market is relatively young, distinguishes as having a great mission statement.
3. TED 🗣
“Spread Ideas”
Image Source: TED Talks
TED’s mission statement is as simple as Coca-Cola’s. And that makes it stand out on our list.
While it’s ironic that a media company that hosts so much amazing content has a two-word mission statement, it’s matches the branding exactly.
TED helps you get brilliant ideas for free in the online world. Speeches are limited to eighteen minutes.
It is this type of exchange of ideas that makes ted talks unique and special in American and world culture.
4. LinkedIn 🤝
“Connect professionals and make them more productive and successful”
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This organization’s mission statement is clear and descriptive , reflecting everything this social media platform does. And this is an association of professionals from different parts of the world.
Their mission statement stands out in that it quickly and effectively reflects the main functions. LinkedIn puts a lot of emphasis on its platform users as they prioritize LinkedIn’s design strategy.
5. Paypal 💰
“Create the most secure, convenient and cost-effective payment solution on the Internet”
Video Source: YouTube
PayPal’s values are focused on being a leader in FinTech and equalizing all financial services.
This message is reflected in their mission statement, mainly due to the emphasis that this is one of the cheapest solutions in the world.
Integrating Economic Efficiency and Security accurately reflects PayPal’s core mission of providing services that are not only affordable, but also protect people and advance the global economy.
6. Amazon 📦
“To be a customer-centric company in a world where consumers can find everything online and offer customers the cheapest prices”
Video source: YouTube
Amazon and Microsoft own the largest retail stores in the world.
Over the years, it has grown to millions of merchants and consumers.
Mission statement with a focus on customer service and low prices truly reflects what Amazon provides to its customers while highlighting just how big Amazon is and how far it goes.
7. Asana 💻
“Helping humanity thrive by allowing teams to work together seamlessly”
Video Source: YouTube
Asana’s warm and friendly marketing aligns well with the best mission statements.
They have adapted a common technological setup for the transformation of the global information sector.
However, they have brought the unique flavor of to this value by refocusing it on what they offer. Although this mission statement may seem vague, they narrowed the focus down to their motto and personalized their mission statement.
8. Nike 👟
“Bring innovation and inspiration to all athletes in the world”
Like Disney, Nike has always stood out in the world with a good mission statement for many reasons.
However, one of them is the tone and style of their company’s mission statement.
The use of a star or an asterisk is unusual. And it gives your audience something to think about. In addition, their message is inclusive. And it’s in line with well-known marketing trends when it comes to Millennials and Generation Z.
9. Nordstrom🛍
“Provide the best shopping experience for customers”
Image Source: Nordstrom
In a changing business world, Nordstrom has always maintained one thing: the pursuit of better customer service.
Nordstrom has been in business for over a hundred years. And their mission statement has evolved along with the entire industry.
Yet every word of their great mission statement says that it is is a customer oriented company, because they prioritize product style and quality. And not just investing in clothes.
10. American Express 💳
“We work daily to make American Express the most respected service brand in the world”
Image Source: American Express its commitment to customer service.
The mission statement is one of the best examples of the value they provide to their employees and customers.
By putting customers and employees first, American Express has established itself as a respected brand throughout the world.
11. Patagonia 🚵🏾♀️
“Create a better product, do no harm, use business to inspire and implement solutions to the environmental crisis”
Video source: YouTube
This mission statement is amazing because it brings together all the elements that make this organization successful : the core value of the environment and the production of high quality products.
Patagonia and WarbyParker are some of the organizations that focus on bottom line performance and giving back to society.
That’s why their core value is the perfect balance of what makes an enterprise stand out. In addition, focusing on their product helps keep their mission valid and valid.
12. Workday 🧑🏽💼
“Put people at the center of enterprise software”
security. And they strive for to stand out from their competitors.
At the same time, she focuses on the HR software industry and makes a witty statement about people working in HR.
This is a great statement that keeps an eye on the state of the industry and also upholds the values of the organization.
13. Life Is Good 🙌🏽
Spread the Power of Optimism
Life is Good is a brand that strives to spread optimism . With uplifting slogans like “Mostly Sunny” and “Seas the Day” , it’s easy for anyone to smile. There are many T-shirt manufacturing companies around the world.
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However, Life is Good has gone to great lengths to make stand out from the crowd by using its mission statement to spread the power of optimism to the human spirit.
The mission is quite unexpected if you don’t know about its public charity. So how can a T-shirt help in spreading optimism and smiles?
Life is Good promotes the motto of a better everyday life and answers this question with links to programs to support it. This mission statement is not only lofty, but concrete – is a combination that is quite difficult to balance.
14. Sweetgreen 🍎
“Inspire healthy communities by connecting people to food”
It’s not just framed as something your brand believes in.
Inclusive language is used here.
And it helps us know that the organization is focused on connecting a network of local and medical ingredient farmers with consumers because they are the ones who want more food options when it comes to healthy and locally grown products.
The mission is to connect people . And that promise extended beyond the organization’s website and storefronts.
Like IKEA, the team members made an effort to give back to the community by opening several stores.
Her main focus is teaching young children about fitness, healthy eating, sustainability and the origin of different types of food. The organization also holds Music Festival , which attracts over 20,000 people annually.
These people come together to eat healthy, listen to music, promote well-being and give back to society through their charity partner, FoodCorps.
15. Honest Tea 🍵
“Creating and promoting healthy, great-tasting organic beverages”
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Like Warby Parker, Honest Tea’s mission statement begins with a simple phrase that says that tea is pure and real. This means it does not contain any harmful artificial chemicals.
The brand speaks to an audience that has been trying to find high quality ingredients in tea but without good results.
This organization not only has a good name, but also has a mission based on the name of the organization.
For several years, the organization has published a report to be transparent about ‘s business operations and to realize its mission of creating the highest quality, great tasting organic beverages.
I have a Mission Statement. Now what? 💁🏻♂️
Once you’ve created your mission statement, you need to make sure you get it across to your team.
After all, the last thing you want is to spend a lot of time and energy just to make your mission lose its impact.
You need to meet with senior management and submit your mission statement. During the meeting, take questions and seek feedback.
Once the company’s owners and executives have approved the mission statement, begin sharing it with the various departments in the organization.
Incorporate mission statements into your posters and post them throughout your office. From time to time encourage employees who can quote the mission statement without having to read it 👏🏼
This will be a great opportunity to reinforce the core values of the organization by identifying and encouraging behavior that is in line with the stated mission.
Your mission statement must be in line with established core values. Therefore, use this opportunity to reward employees who bring the company’s goals to life.
Positive reinforcement helps spread the word about the mission statement and also boosts morale.
As a result, the culture of the organization will be attractive to everyone. When you are consistent, your organization will be on its way to meaning and purpose.
This article was written by James Murphy. James is a blogger, email marketing expert and writer. He is passionate about his work and has gained in-depth knowledge of technology and marketing. When he is not at work, he spends time with his wife and two adorable kids.
How to Write a Personal Mission Statement (40+ Examples) • BUOM
By Indeed Editorial Team
November 17, 2021
A Personal Mission Statement can help you define your values and goals by identifying what matters most to you. you professionally. It also makes decision making easier as it makes it clearer if the decisions you are making are in line with what you want out of your life.
A personal mission statement does require a significant amount of time and effort to create, although once it is completed it will bring substantial returns. In this article, we will discuss in detail what a personal mission statement is and how you can write one for yourself, as well as 40 examples you can use for inspiration.
What is a personal mission statement?
A personal mission statement is a statement that defines your values, who you are, and how you define success. A personal mission statement can be used to make decisions and help you stay focused on achieving your long-term goals. A personal mission statement creates boundaries that make decision making easier, as it’s easier to see if your decisions are in line with your long-term goals.
Why is it important to have a personal mission statement?
Having a personal mission is important because it can act as a decision fence to decipher how you spend your time, how you interact with others, and how you do your job. Deciding what to do with your time is just as important as deciding what not to do with your time. For example, if you’ve been asked to complete a task that doesn’t fit with your mission, it’s best to refuse. Generally, having a mission to guide your career can help you achieve both short-term and long-term goals.
Personal Mission Statements Examples
Here are some examples of personal mission statements to help inspire you as you write your own.
“Be a leader by encouraging innovative ideas and vision so that our team can create technology solutions that will improve the lives of others. ”
“Use your writing skills to inspire and educate others around the world to change.”
“Use your gifts as a public speaker to improve the self-esteem of people around the world.”
“To inspire children to be more than they thought they could be.”
“Be the leader of your team, live a balanced life and make a difference.”
“Inspire others to do great things.”
“To succeed in my journey through life and learn life lessons along the way.”
“Be kind to others and to yourself.”
“Create innovative healthcare solutions that improve the lives of others.”
Help as many people as possible.
“Be a teacher and inspire your students to be the best version of themselves.”
“To help men, women and children find hope after loss.”
“Giving joy to others around the world.”
“Use your gifts to educate women around the world. ”
“To positively impact the life of every person I meet.”
“To inspire and encourage everyone I interact with on a daily basis.”
“To create new opportunities for today’s youth.”
“Encourage and enable others to live the life they want to live.”
“Inspire change through learning.”
“To equip others with the tools and resources to live the life they want.”
“To support and uplift those around me.”
“Give students the resources and attention they need to become confident and effective adults.”
“To improve the quality of life of my patients.”
“Creating stories that educate, entertain and inspire people around the world.”
“Lifelong learning and inspiring others to do the same.”
“Use your gifts to inspire others to do great things.”
“To improve the well-being of people and businesses around the world. ”
“Treat everyone I come into contact with love and compassion.”
“Use your gifts and talents to improve the lives of others.”
“To create innovative technological solutions that will improve the lives of people around the world.”
“Use your gifts to improve the self-esteem and well-being of women around the world.”
“Inspire others to live the life of their dreams.”
“Create innovative medical technologies to improve patient outcomes in vulnerable communities.”
“Offer support and inspiration to others through leadership and subject matter expertise.”
“To be a source of hope by offering humility, optimism and support to everyone I meet.”
“Bring beauty to the world through graphic design.”
“To level the playing field so that everyone has an equal opportunity to succeed.”
“Educate young minds and create compassionate, empathetic and industrious members of society. ”
“Do the best job you can to help as many people as possible.”
“To leave the world better than I found it.”
How to write a personal mission statement
Here are the steps you need to follow to write a personal mission statement:
1. Write down what matters most to you
Begin by thinking about who you are and who you are you want to be. Write down what is most important to you and what you are most passionate about. Think about what or whom you value most and how your life is connected to those people or things.
2. List your most important goals
Then take the time to reflect and write down your biggest personal and professional goals. Ask yourself what the “best” version of your life looks like, including your relationships, accomplishments, and career. Here are a few questions you can ask yourself to get you started:
What qualities would you like others to attribute to you?
Where would you like to be in your career? (e. g. do you have a specific position? have you reached a certain level?)
What would you like to achieve professionally?
What would you like to achieve personally or in your community?
3. Talk to your peers
Talk to your peers and mentors and ask what they think are your greatest strengths. Think about what makes you exceptional compared to other people with similar skills. Think about how you want people to describe you. Write down a few words that you want someone to think of when they think of you.
4. Decide on the legacy you want to leave
Think about what kind of legacy you want to leave in the world and how your skillset can enable you to do so. Some questions you can ask yourself to get started include:
How specifically would you like the world to change when you leave it?
What do you hope to create, change or preserve that will last?
Who do you want to support with your unique skills and abilities, and how?
What skill set or knowledge base will help you achieve what you want?
What do you consider your goal?
What unique qualities, abilities, talents, and traits can you offer?
What mission or vision motivates you?
Sample Personal Mission Statement
A simple template to follow when writing a personal mission statement is to combine the following elements:
“I will [action] for [audience] by [skills] to [desired result]”.
For example:
I will create, challenge and change the law for communities with barriers to preserve their right to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.
I will prepare innovative artistic pastries for everyday customers so that everyone can experience the joy of beautiful cooking.
Use my gifts for women around the world to increase their self-esteem and wealth.
How to use the personal mission statement
Once you have completed your personal mission statement, it can be helpful to understand how you can use and apply it to your daily life.
In your career
Your mission in your career is to remember and start with why. Starting a new project, task, or program is often most successful when you first consider who you are doing it for, why you are doing it, and what the best end result looks like.
Consider writing or printing your mission statement and displaying it in a frame or in a conspicuous place where you work. It can remind you of the value of what you do every day, and while your mission may require small and seemingly insignificant daily tasks, they contribute to a bigger picture that you can be proud of.
It can also provide a framework for how you should spend your time each day. For example, if you find yourself working on something for an extended period of time that won’t help you ultimately complete your mission, consider why you’re doing it and whether you can change course.
While looking for a job
When looking for a job, identifying jobs and companies that somehow fit with your personal mission will help you find more interesting and fulfilling jobs. Make sure to research the company to determine if they are right for you and prepare a cover letter, resume and interview.
On your resume and cover letter
On your resume, it can be helpful to weave a statement of your personal mission into the title of your resume, whether you’re including a resume resume, a professional statement, or an objective statement. This can help employers understand your motivations and see if you are a good fit for their culture and company mission.
Read more: How to write a resume that employers will notice
In your interviews
In an interview, employers are likely to ask you questions like, “Tell me about yourself,” or “Why do you want to work for this company?” or “What motivates you?” Using your personal mission statement as a guide to answering these questions can help you prepare a thoughtful and impactful response. Researching the company beforehand can help you identify the values you share—be sure to include them in your response.
Read more: How to Prepare for an Interview
Tips for Writing a Personal Mission Statement
Here are some additional tips to help you write a powerful personal mission statement.
Keep it short. Your personal mission statement should be just one sentence long. The goal is to focus only on the most important. To help you identify this, try writing five words that describe you and your purpose. Using this list of five words, try to write down two words that describe you and your purpose. Then think of one word and write it down. Use these words as inspiration to keep your personal mission statement concise.
Be true to yourself. Your mission should reflect your biggest passion and what you consider to be your long term goal. Know that you can make adjustments to your mission as you grow and continue learning.
Get feedback. Share your personal mission statement with the most important people in your life. They can provide you with important information to help you improve your application.
Child protection | UN peacekeeping operations
By protecting children, who have often known nothing but war throughout their lives, peacekeepers can break the cycle of violence and lay the foundations for lasting peace.
Why are child protection issues central to peacebuilding?
Armed conflicts disproportionately affect children. As the main victims of wars, many girls and boys are killed and maimed, recruited and used as child soldiers, sexually abused, abducted and denied access to humanitarian assistance. In addition, they are increasingly being targeted in attacks on schools and hospitals.
In many conflict-torn countries, peacekeeping missions are the largest actors on the ground and their contribution to child protection is vital.
The Security Council has dealt with this issue since the late 1990s, requesting the Secretary-General in resolution 1261 (1999) to provide “adequate training on the protection, protection of the rights and welfare of children for staff involved in United Nations efforts to establish peace, peacekeeping and peacebuilding”. The issue of protecting children in conflict has been included in the mandates of United Nations peacekeeping operations since 2001. In their tireless efforts to implement the child protection mandate, United Nations peacekeepers have, among other things, helped free thousands of child soldiers and provided vital technical support for legislative reforms to strengthen the national child protection system.
How does United Nations peacekeeping protect children?
Photo: MONUSCO
Deployment of child protection advisers
In resolution 1379 (2001) and subsequent thematic resolutions, the Security Council called for the inclusion of specific child protection provisions in the mandates of United Nations peacekeeping operations, as well as the deployment of advisers on child protection issues. (For more details, see Who are Child Protection Advisers below.)
Child protection advisers are currently active in peacekeeping operations such as:
United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS)
United Nations Stabilization Mission in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (MONUSCO)
United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in Mali (MINUSMA)
United Nations Multidimensional Integrated Stabilization Mission in the Central African Republic (MINUSCA)
Mainstreaming child protection into mission
Mainstreaming child protection is an approach to mainstreaming the protection of children in armed conflict into all aspects of United Nations peace operations, including strategies, policies, training and other activities. This approach allows the United Nations to use the entire staff of the mission and their various types of expertise, networks and existing capacities to provide more effective and comprehensive protection for children. Heads of peacekeeping missions play a critical role in ensuring that child protection principles and commitments are mainstreamed and integrated into all operational decisions, activities and processes within United Nations peacekeeping operations. All groups within a mission have an obligation to contribute to the protection of children. Child Protection Advisers work closely with other entities, such as the United Nations Police, Human Rights Section, Rule of Law Section, and military personnel, to ensure consistency and exchange of information related to serious violations against children . For example, in South Sudan, UNMISS from January 2018 to July 2019organized training and mainstreaming activities within the child protection mandate for more than 4,900 United Nations staff.
Monitoring and reporting
Monitoring and reporting on violations committed by armed forces and groups against children in armed conflict are the primary and primary responsibilities of child protection advisers. Observation and reporting on the strictest basis enable child protection officers to act as credible advocates for children and serve as the basis for analysis and recommendations. Child Protection Advisers contribute and fulfill reporting obligations under the Security Council mandated monitoring and reporting mechanism on serious violations against children, including general review notes; country reports of the Secretary-General on children and armed conflict (DCC); and the annual report of the Secretary-General on the issue of DCC. Systematic data collection supports national and international efforts to ensure that children and communities affected by serious violations of children’s rights are properly responded to, that perpetrators are held accountable, and that further violations are prevented by strengthening child protection. In 2020, the United Nations verified 4,030 violations in four countries where United Nations Child Protection Advisers operate. That same year, in South Sudan, UNMISS child protection officers participated in more than 160 patrols to verify cases of serious violations against children.
For details, see Guidelines for Monitoring and Reporting Mechanism for Serious Violations of Children’s Rights in Armed Conflict. United Nations child protection advisers and teams are empowered and have the political space to engage with all state and non-state armed actors involved in serious violations against children. Child Protection Advisers anticipate and carefully plan opportunities to engage with parties to conflict on child protection issues.
Photo: MONUSCO
Over the past year, numerous action plans have been adopted and thousands of children have been released as a direct result of engagement with parties to conflict. For example, in 2020, 497 children in the Central African Republic were disengaged through dialogue with armed groups. In the same year, 44 children were released and reintegrated in South Sudan, 23 in Mali and 1,313 in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Photo: MONUSCO
Advocacy
The head of the peacekeeping mission is the highest United Nations official in the country and is uniquely positioned to influence government to advocate for children. United Nations entities, NGOs, donors and other local and international actors also play a critical role in supporting and implementing action for the realization of the rights, well-being and protection of children. Child protection officers use evidence collected through monitoring and reporting processes to advocate for real and lasting change for children affected by conflict and their communities. In MINUSCA, direct advocacy by the Child Protection Section with armed groups resulted in the release of more than 8,600 children between January 2016 and June 2019of the year.
Capacity Building for National Partners
Child Protection Advisers and their teams work daily with national partners to strengthen their ability to overcome and address child protection issues. For example, in South Sudan, UNMISS deployed a child protection officer to the Sudan People’s Liberation Army (SPLA) to support the implementation of an action plan to end the recruitment and use of children. In the Central African Republic, MINUSCA is working with local authorities to help them effectively fulfill their child protection responsibilities, including reintegrating into communities children formerly associated with armed forces and groups and identifying early signs of serious violations against children. In 2020, 22 members of the Malian Defense and Security Forces and 152 police officers participated in training of trainers on the protection of children in armed conflict.
Photo: UN, MINUSCA/Leonel GROTHE
National Legal Reform
Child Protection Advisers support and promote the development and adoption of new national child protection laws. For example, through the joint efforts of MINUSCA and other partners, the Central African Republic adopted a Child Protection Code in 2020 that criminalizes the recruitment and use of children and addresses other serious violations against children.
Raising awareness
Peacekeeping operations use their radio stations, events and campaigns to raise awareness of child protection issues and help identify ways to prevent serious abuses against children involved in conflict. For example, MONUSCO, together with the Government of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, launched a campaign called “Kadoga no more fighting” to prevent the recruitment and use of children by armed forces and groups. In the period from January 2018 to July 2019UNMISS provided training and outreach on national and international child protection laws and military command orders to more than 19,000 military and group members, community members and child protection partners. In 2019, MINUSMA launched the “Act to Protect Children Affected by Conflict” campaign in three regions to strengthen cooperation, partnerships and synergies among local, regional and international actors.
Peacekeeper Training
Child Protection Advisers provide mission-wide child protection training on a daily basis to ensure that every peacekeeper has the knowledge and skills to protect children. In addition, DOM is organizing a United Nations Specialized Educational Materials (STM) training course on child protection for United Nations military personnel for members of the armed forces who serve in United Nations peacekeeping operations and national trainers from troop-contributing countries.
Our policy
All personnel in United Nations peacekeeping operations are required not only to promote and ensure the rights of children in their work and in their interaction with national and local actors, but also to adhere to the highest international norms and standards, enshrined in legal instruments and guidelines for children’s rights and respect them.
The 2017 DPKO/DFS/DPPA Child Protection Policy in United Nations Peacekeeping Operations defines the roles and responsibilities of all relevant United Nations stakeholders, including the Department of Peace Operations (DPO), in the protection of children affected by armed conflict in the context of the deployment of United Nations field missions.
DOM is guided by the principles of complementarity and coherence in the implementation of the child protection mandate in United Nations peace operations and coordinates closely with the Special Representative of the Secretary-General for Children in Armed Conflict (SRSG-DVK), the United Nations Children’s Fund ( UNICEF), the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) and other relevant United Nations entities.
Our Manual
The DOM/DPPA Guide for Child Protection Officers in United Nations Peace Operations complements the 2017 DPKO-DPPA-DPPA Child Protection Policy in United Nations Peace Operations. The manual is a practical guide for civilian child protection officers in United Nations field missions in the core implementation of the child protection mandate. It is designed to strengthen the capacity of United Nations field mission child protection officers in their specific responsibility to protect and promote the rights of children in armed conflict.
Who are Child Protection Advisers?
While every member of a peacekeeping operation, including military and police personnel, has a role to play in the protection of children, peacekeeping missions must be adequately resourced to fully and effectively fulfill their child protection mandates, including through the early deployment of protection advisers children and child protection officers (A/74/19). Child Protection Advisers are dedicated staff members of United Nations field missions who assist them in fulfilling their child protection mandates. Their work includes, inter alia:
advising senior mission leadership, including SRSG/heads of military components, force commanders and police commissioners, on child protection issues and related measures to be taken, including through mediation and efforts for national reconciliation;
monitoring grave violations committed against children in situations of armed conflict, in accordance with relevant Security Council resolutions;
Co-chair with UNICEF of the Country Task Force on Monitoring and Reporting (CMORT) at the technical level, when established, and provide support to the Head of Mission or senior management of the mission under the co-chair of UNICEF with the UNICEF Representative of the COIRT at the substantive level;
dialogue with parties to the conflict aimed at the signing and implementation of action plans approved by the Security Council to end and prevent serious violations against children;
facilitating the release and reintegration of children associated with armed forces and armed groups through action plan dialogues, peace negotiations and peace agreements, as well as disarmament, demobilization and reintegration programs or other relevant processes;
call for protective, preventive and remedial measures for other child rights violations identified by the mission as key child protection concerns, including, for example, child security detention and school use for military purposes;
preparing and providing guidance and advice on child protection issues, tools and methodologies to other components and sections of United Nations peacekeeping operations;
Liaising with the specialized agencies of the United Nations and other entities involved in child protection and providing specialized technical expertise to fulfill the child protection mandate.
How do we change the situation for the better?
Photo: MONUSCO
Deployment of child protection advisers to United Nations peacekeeping missions has improved missions to address child protection issues at both the political and operational levels, with concrete results on the ground:
Through policy advocacy by peacekeeping missions and their child protection advisers, child protection concerns have been mainstreamed into peace processes (eg in the Central African Republic and South Sudan).
With the support of the child protection sections of peacekeeping missions, and in partnership with UNICEF and national child protection actors, thousands of children have been released from armed forces and groups in various peacekeeping settings since the deployment of the first child protection advisers in 2000 year. In 2020, 1,877 children were released in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the Central African Republic, Mali, South Sudan and Sudan.
The total number of serious violations against children decreased from 3671 (in 2018) to 3065 (in 2019) (-16.5%) in five missions where child protection advisers were deployed.
United Nations child protection officers trained thousands of military and civilian peacekeepers on child rights and protection. For example, in UNMISS, from January 2018 to July 2019, the Child Protection Section provided training and activities to mainstream the child protection mandate for more than 4900 United Nations staff. Often deployed in remote and hard-to-reach areas, these peacekeepers act as the eyes and ears of child protection advisers and officers. They provide them with notifications and information about violations of the rights of the child and prevent new violations against children by parties to the conflict.
Find out more in our 2020 one-page white paper (in English and French) and quarterly newsletter.
Child Protection in Action: Voices from the Field
Child Protection in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Dee Brillenburg Wurth is a former Senior Child Protection Adviser in MONUSCO, Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Could you tell us about your work as Senior Child Protection Adviser?
I managed a team of approximately 30 child protection officers who monitor and report on child rights violations on a daily basis. The information they collect is analyzed and included in the statistics of the Monitoring and Reporting Mechanism (MORM). Statistics are essential, but it is important to never forget that every child we report has a story about what happened before the violation occurred, during the violation and after it. This information helped us to understand the dynamics and nature of violations, to get an idea about the perpetrators and their methods. This helped us develop preventive measures. For example, the recruitment of children by armed groups continues to be a huge problem. The analysis helps us understand how different armed groups operate, from which we can develop targeted preventive measures, as well as interact with leaders based on deep knowledge of their methods of operation. There are many armed groups in the DRC, about 40-45. When communicating with the commanders of the armed groups, I used the information we collected through the MNO as part of our propaganda activities. In some cases, we brought with us fact sheets that contained information about the trends and patterns of violations against children committed by the group in question over the years.
Significant progress has been made in the DRC in addressing the problem of child recruitment by government forces. When we first launched the action plan, some told me that the parties to the conflict would never stop recruiting children. I thought it was possible. Now we all know that it is possible.
“Statistics are essential, but it’s important to never forget that every child we report has a story to tell.” Di Brillenburg Wurth
Links to websites on the Internet that contain interviews with child protection advisers and stories about their activities:
Development of child protection training standards for all peacekeepers
Pre-deployment training is essential for all military personnel involved in peacekeeping operations. The United Nations Secretariat and troop- and police-contributing countries are working together to ensure that all civilian and military personnel are fully trained in their child protection roles and responsibilities (see A/74/19, para. 123) prior to their deployment, including through preparation based on specific conditions and scenarios. DOM has developed new advanced training standards for United Nations military and police personnel. Specialized child protection training materials for United Nations military personnel and specialized child protection training materials for United Nations police personnel instruct non-civilian United Nations personnel on how to prevent and report violations against children, how to interact with other actors involved in child protection issues, as well as raising the awareness of non-civilian personnel on how to deal with children.
Security Council resolutions
resolution 2427 (S/RES/2427(2018))
resolution 2225 (S/RES/2225(2015))
resolution 2143 (S/RES/2143(2014))
resolution 2068 (S/RES/2068(2012))
resolution 1998 (S/RES/1998(2011))
resolution 1882 (S/RES/1882(2009))
resolution 1612 (S/RES/1612(2005))
resolution 1539 (S/RES/1539(2004))
resolution 1460 (S/RES/1460(2003))
resolution 1379(S/RES/1379(2001))
resolution 1314 (S/RES/1314(2000))
resolution 1261 (S/RES/1261(1999))
COVID-19 and Child Protection
On June 1, 2020, the Department for Peace Operations (DOP), Save the Children, and the governments of Niger and Uruguay co-hosted a high-level virtual side event on the theme of “Child Protection Mandate during a Pandemic” COVID‑19: Shared Responsibility in United Nations Peace Operations”. As part of the event, Under-Secretary-General for Peace Operations Jean-Pierre Lacroix, United Nations Military Adviser for Peace Operations Lt.
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I thought that from now until the end of my life I would write and edit books on computers. Perhaps fiction is just a stage that had to be passed in order to find a true calling. 
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She knew Scotty wasn’t adjusting well to the new school, but what could she do? What could I do? 
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“You can’t feed your family? Ah, what a pity. Are you a writer? But after all, not a single literary study has been written about you yet? Then be healthy, buddy! 
There were rumors about missing children in the town, they even talked about some kind of serial kidnapper, but then such a streak began that similar stories were told in every city, and photographs of missing children were printed on milk cartons. 
He was already in kindergarten, and then first grade at a wonderful private school just a block from our home in South Bend. Now he had to change the scene in the middle of the year, he lost all his old friends. He had to travel to a new school by bus with unfamiliar children. 
I came to work at half past nine or at nine and worked without a break until half past ten or half past ten in the evening. He ate Three Musketeers bars and potato chips from the vending machine in the lobby. Only the fingers drumming on the keyboard received physical activity. I managed to meet the deadlines, but put on a pound a week, my muscles completely atrophied, and I saw the children only in the mornings, leaving for work. 
In whatever way. She learned how fun it is to go shopping with a bunch of kids. Plus she was pregnant again and was throwing up most of the time, which is why at times I wondered if she was a saint or a lunatic. 
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Above the head of the prince is the coat of arms of his family, in his hands is a visible sign of his political success – the text of “Eternal Peace” with the Commonwealth. On the chest – an award for a campaign against the Crimean Khan in 1687. The artist managed to write out the sable and velvet better than to convey the appearance of Golitsyn – it is unlikely that he was so hunched. His face seems to be attractive, at least he shaved his beard, contrary to custom, leaving his mustache in the Polish manner. His contemporaries condemned him for such smartness. 
But the newborn died, and Peter lost interest in Mary. Two years later, having learned about his wife’s affair with Willim Mons, the emperor returned to Mary again, but died a few months later. She settled on the estate, lived in abundance, remained unmarried and died at the age of 57. 
Anna’s relationship with Biron lasted for many years – a poor young man became her secretary when she was still the Dowager Duchess of Courland. Having become the All-Russian Empress, Anna took him with her to Petersburg and provided the favorite with the title of her late husband. After the death of the patroness, Biron quarreled with Anna Leopoldovna and was exiled. He died under Catherine the Great, who returned the dukedom to him, at the age of 82. 
Shuvalov had a cheerful, kind disposition, he did not pursue honors and money, he did not get into politics, he refused the title of count. He loved art and science – together with Lomonosov he founded Moscow University and the Academy of Arts. After the death of the Empress, he lived abroad and collected art. 
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This means that Antropov painted the portrait during these six months of the reign of Peter III. The picture looks unsightly – firstly, it remained unfinished, apparently due to the coup; secondly, it has suffered greatly from time. By the way, Antropov also performed other orders for the emperor – a rare example of Peter III’s interest in a Russian, and not in a foreigner. Apparently, it was Vorontsova who drew the emperor’s attention to this artist. 
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Work with the child to come up with a list of things they like to do. Write each item down on a slip of paper and put all of the papers in the jar. The next time you’ve got bored kids on your hands, tell them to choose a slip from the “Boredom Jar” and let them work on whatever idea they’ve picked.
Older kids with more freedom may even run into neighborhood friends along the way and end up having fun outside for hours.
Let them use pillows, blankets and anything else that is hanging around to create their own private fort. Bringing in a flashlight and some stories will keep them busy for quite a while.
If they seem less than excited to tackle it, offer up cleaning the kitchen as an alternative. Odds are they’ll make a beeline for their bedroom and end the day with a clean room that they feel good about. Another way into this one — propose some cool new storage ideas. 
Make Play-Doh sculptures and put on an art show
The letter can be about absolutely anything, and you can show them how to address and mail it when they’re done. Not only will kids be doing an interesting language skill-boosting activity, but you’ll have one very happy person when they receive their letter. These 20 questions to ask older loved ones can get them started. 
Once they’ve decided on something, ask them to make a poster all about that career. Encourage them to use a computer, tablet or phone to look up facts about the career they’ve chosen.
Once they’re done, hang it up in their room so they can see it every day.
Because we are homeschoolers, they don’t go off to school, and because I work full-time from home, I don’t leave for an office. We live and work and learn in the same space and, while I do shut myself in my home office from time to time (especially for important conference calls), I generally know what they’re doing throughout the day.
Use a kickball or soccer ball to knock them down.
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Gather a few supplies and get your fairy garden going!
Let them use their fingerprints to create different designs on the paper for your home.
Once they’re done, you can hang the board in their room for them to see every morning.
Let them cut up pieces and create a magnificent collage.
Save money and involve the kids in this thrifty kitchen craft activity.
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There are plenty of paper airplane designs and templates online. Pick one, get building, and start racing!
Youngsters can make a simple feeder with a plastic bottle, while older children can create complex and artistic ones.
They could collect painted rocks, seashells, stickers, coins, or stamps.
Moreover, they get their daily dose of vitamin D!
Practice opposites
If you’re not well-versed with the sky, use the help of apps. You really can’t go wrong while stargazing with kids.
Pick a puzzle and complete it together. If you can’t finish it in one sitting, get back to it after a few hours or the next day.
A few canvases, paints, brushes will yield a night of laughter and fun!
Indulge in a fun workout
Although some amount of unstructured time is beneficial for their brain development, it is not the case if they are free for a long time.
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In the everyday sense, boredom is when it’s not fun. And the problem is that a child in pre-adolescence or adolescence himself cannot explain what he means when he says that he is bored. Because in order not only to declare discomfort, but also to understand its shades and causes, one must be more experienced and more conscious. The task of parents is to help the child understand their own feelings and their causes. 
A long stressful situation can exhaust a person. Constant pressure at school, sluggish conflict with classmates, worries about conflict in the family. 
And yes, they want autonomy and risk – this is also the norm. 
If a child can create different images – you are lucky. Just do not interfere and communicate with these cats, dogs and pirates – play along with him. If the child does not know how to do this himself, support him, just play in everyday life – you will not get bored of such a process. 
Here are some leading questions to help keep the conversation going: 
Children seriously do not understand how, for example, to arrange a meeting and meet without constant correspondence. Or how to find out what’s going on with friends if you haven’t looked at stories. Children simply do not understand why the phone is a cause for conflict and react aggressively to restrictions on gadgets. 
This applies to children who need increased attention in communication. They seem to be constantly afraid that they are not visible. 
He expects the object of love to be a source of emotions and interesting things in life. Sometimes this happens, but often such an attitude leads to a broken heart. 
It is boring to do something for loved ones when there are claims or grievances that have not been expressed otherwise. 
It’s like laziness – there is a word, but there is no laziness. But there is a problem with self-esteem and motivation. Be attentive to the child, deal with the reasons why he is bored and help solve them. 
And in order to redo all these things, you have to do something for the child during school quarantine: 
These can be spoons, metal or plastic bowls, plates, cups, etc. An older child can be assigned to wash the sink or vacuum the carpets. If you want, for example, to wash the walls in the kitchen, then you need to distribute rags or sponges to the children and allocate places below. The upper part of the walls and the ceiling should be washed by the parents. Since this is difficult to do at the same time, you can, for example, mark the time with a stopwatch and see how quickly each of the family members washed their area. 
From the cardboard you need to cut out the character to be dressed. According to the classics of the genre, this is a doll-girl. But show your imagination: a little fox, a bear, a pony, a puppy, a kitten, a hippopotamus, an elf, a goblin, a humanoid can become the heroine of the game … Yes, why not play a little hooligan?! After all, the ideas of games for children at home can be the most fantastic, and only you and your children make up all the rules, invent heroes, their clothing style and lifestyle. 
5–0.6 liters. If the ball is heavy enough, then improvised pins should be partially filled with water or sand: so they will not fall spontaneously. 
All these operations can be easily done by a younger student. After cooling, the prism is cut into triangles. 
Have him/her cut out 8 legs and tape them to the lid then put the lid on the upside down tub. Use markers to add eyes, mouth and other features.
Using their thumbs the children make orange thumb print stamps to be the fish’s scales.
For example, include cardboard cartons to crawl through, small pillows to jump over, a long board to walk across, and a padded footstool to climb over. Let the children take turns going through the obstacle course throughout O week. On the final day, make ribbons from construction paper and print O’s on them. Present one ribbon to each child as he/she completes the obstacle course.
Then have your child find all the O’s in his/her story and trace them with an orange crayon.
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Now while reading the articles, as I am nearing the middle or end, it keeps jumping back to the beginning! I have to keep scrolling back continuously to the section I was reading! That so much takes away the joy from reading the articles. Why is it doing that?🙁 Then I was surprised they took away the little animated piece (with the dog & ball, etc) they had when you pressed the app! Now it just says loading…. If I had known it was going to be a problem reading the articles – since it keeps scrolling back to the top automatically – I would have NEVER updated it! Can you please fix this?!? Why do supposed updates make things worse instead of better? The articles are still great but how can they be read & enjoyed if it automatically jumps back to the beginning?!? Again, can you please fix this?
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His decision was influenced by words of gratitude from parents whose children with poor eyesight began to be inspired by the basketball player. 
Electors from the dioceses, senior officials of the church, journalists and political leaders vote for them. Then pieces of paper with the names of the three applicants who received the most votes are placed in a box, which is placed on the altar of St. Mark’s Cathedral in Cairo. The patriarch is the one whose piece of paper during the Sunday service is pulled at random by a five-year-old child from the flock. 
At first, Phoenix lost all matches in competitions with a big score, but after a year and a half won the Kharkov Cup in its age group. In 2020, the team won the Cup of Ukraine, and in 2021 it won both the Cup and the National Championship among children under 16. 
To rectify the situation in some churches in the 15th century, the so-called “altars of respite” were organized. It was believed that even a stillborn child placed on such an altar gains life for the time necessary to perform the rite. 
For release in Japan, the scene was changed, replacing broccoli with green peppers. It turns out that most Japanese children quite like broccoli, but it was pepper that turned out to be their least favorite product, and in this form the fragment became more understandable to them. 
This factor was used by the functionaries of the Chelsea club, for which he played in the 1905-1906 season. They put two little boys outside the goal and gave them the task of fetching out-of-bounds balls, actually wanting to emphasize Fulk’s size in contrast. When the goalkeeper left the club, children continued to be used to carry balls – hence the tradition of ball fighting was born. 
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The gift was accompanied by his business card with the inscription: “With gratitude for the continued cooperation.” 
International counting of age in Korea is used in official and legal relations. 
This salt was tried to be added to the composition of Lego plastic, so that parts swallowed by children could be easily detected in the pictures. However, the experiment was considered unsuccessful due to a decrease in the strength of the parts, as well as their toxicity due to the fact that it was not possible to ensure sufficient purity of barium sulfate on an industrial scale. 
Since the early 2000s, Delta Dental has been conducting an annual study in the United States of the average amount that parents put under their pillows. With the exception of one year, the downward or upward trend in this amount is strongly correlated with the change in the S&P 500 stock index. In other words, the gifts of the tooth fairy can be considered a mini-indicator of the state of affairs in the entire American economy. 
However, at the onset of puberty, bacha-posh has to return to the life of a girl again, losing all male rights, and then getting married. Often they become bad spouses because they have not learned how to properly cook, sew and do other work that is considered feminine. 
“Agape” – merciful, gentle love. Christians use this term to mean the love of God and God’s love for all living beings. “Eros” – passionate love with sexual attraction. “Filia” – brotherly love, a feeling that arises between good friends. “Storge” – love-attachment, especially between parents and children. 
And film director Milos Forman, in his autobiography, told about an amazing case: when twins were born to him, they also arranged such a dish of lentils for him. But in the broken egg, instead of one, there were two yolks. 
For boys aged 12 to 14, the largest condom manufacturer in Switzerland has launched a special Hotshot brand. Such products have a diameter of 45 mm with a standard of 52 mm. 
As a child, Sunny was engaged in figure skating, but due to an injury, she went into striptease and then into adult films. According to her, the transition was easy for her due to the usual practice of naturism in their house. 
At the age of 9, boys were taken away from their mothers and raised in a male society. In the process of growing up and adopting masculinity, the boys repeatedly performed fellatio on their elders and swallowed their sperm. Oral sex among boys as part of the initiation process also existed in other tribes of this island – for example, the Baruya. 
American pilot Gail Helvorsen came up with the idea of dropping packets of sweets for children on small parachutes before landing at Tempelhof Airport. Soon other pilots followed his example, and sweets were bought with donations from residents of the United States and Great Britain. The packages usually contained chocolate, chewing gum and raisins, so all the planes delivering cargo for West Berlin began to be called “raisin bombers.” 
Two of his six names, René and Maria, were female. Until the age of five, his mother dressed Rilke in girlish dresses and played with him as with a girl. 
One of these “heroes” was a Chukchi boy named Yatyrgin. Having learned that part of the reindeer breeders of their village was going to leave with the herd to Alaska, Yatyrgin wanted to inform the Bolsheviks about this. The boy was guarded, hit with an ax and thrown into a hole, but he managed to get out and survive. When Yatyrgin was accepted as a pioneer, along with a tie, they decided to give him a new name with a surname – Pavlik Morozov. 
However, in some cases, people survived at much lower cooling. The current record is held by a 7-year-old Swedish girl who nearly drowned in the ocean. When she was taken to the hospital, the thermometer showed a body temperature of 13 ° C. According to the doctors, she was able to survive, including due to her age, since the developing brain is much better able to endure such difficulties. 
The impressed father soon began to learn small pieces with his son as well. And at the age of five, Mozart began to compose small pieces himself. 
For example, in the village of Musti, Maharashtra, children are thrown from a height of 15 meters onto a tent stretched below. The rite for their babies is ordered by both Muslim women and Hindu women, who believe that this test will bring health and good luck to the child in the future. 
The main reason for this behavior of fathers is considered to be the desire to deceive evil spirits who come for a weak woman in labor and a child, but instead meet a strong male guardian. 
One of the methods of early diagnosis of leukocoria can be a regular photograph. If the child in the photo has one eye red due to the usual red-eye effect, but the other glows white, this is an occasion to see a doctor for more serious tests. 
As of 2012, over a million children in 40 countries have received Toms shoes. 
If a small child dies among Torajas, whose teeth are not yet being cut, they bury him in a hollow made in a large tree. It is believed that the tree heals the wound and absorbs the body and soul of the child. 
Even in the 21st century, scenes like this have been recorded in parts of Cambodia, Thailand, Papua New Guinea, India and China – mostly in rural areas or poor urban areas. In the middle of the 20th century, in Japanese families of low social status, the customs of caressing boys by their mothers were recorded so that they fell asleep faster. As Asian countries become globalized, such traditions are dying out. 
for the promotion of virtue and the prevention of vice – the local religious police. They prevented firefighters from evacuating the girls, who were not wearing proper Islamic clothing, from the building. Although, according to an official state investigation, there was nothing of the kind, and the causes of the tragedy were the overcrowding of the school and the resulting panic stampede, as well as the lack of fire extinguishers. 
The child was almost completely deaf, and he needed to wear a hearing aid, but he refused to do this, since superheroes do not use such devices. Marvel immediately remembered one of the Hawkeye comics when he was forced to wear a hearing aid due to an injury. The artists created the special, pairing Hawkeye with a new The Blue Ear character inspired by Anthony, who said, “With my machine, I can hear calls for help from anyone in need!” Having received these drawings as a gift from Marvel, the boy began to put on the device with pleasure. 
Her death attracted public attention, and more and more donations began to come to her page. In total, more than a million dollars were collected, which was enough to provide clean water to 60,000 people in need. 
Only after that Harris gave his consent to filming. 
Her mother, Paulina Levenson, took Hessie to a photographer to take pictures for a family album, who, without the knowledge of her parents, sent a photo to the competition. The girl had to be hidden at home, and a few years later the family managed to leave Germany and eventually reach the United States. 
In many children, this provoked a painful reaction resembling an epileptic seizure – in total, about 700 people were hospitalized. Many more children reported being unwell, but doctors believe that their symptoms were not caused by the transmission itself, but by the mass hysteria around it. Even among the hospitalized, there were many who pretended to be sick in order not to go to school. 
Journalists often asked why he did not follow in his father’s footsteps, to which Hans replied that his father was pleased with his choice. Albert Einstein himself once retorted a similar question, saying that his son was working on a more difficult problem. 
One of the reasons for this was that in England in the early 20th century, when James Barry wrote the work, there was a law prohibiting children under 14 from working after 9 pm. 
According to the program, they were taught conversational Spanish and lip reading, and from gestures, teachers used only simple finger signs of the sign alphabet. This technique did not achieve much success, but when communicating with each other, the children invented a language from a combination of school and their home gestures. Younger children borrowed the invention, but supplemented it with verbs and other grammatical categories, and now this pidgin is officially called Nicaraguan Sign Language. 
Often children in this situation are afraid to testify. Bikers find out about cases of violence from the police and provide support for children: accompanying them to court hearings, from home to school and back, as well as donating their equipment and symbolically accepting them into their brotherhood. 
A significant number of these balls are made using child labor, although this problem has been addressed in recent years. 
The effectiveness of this method was no worse than the direct flogging of the culprit, since the prince did not have the opportunity to play with other children, except for the boy, with whom he had a strong emotional connection. 
And in the case of gender, the recommendations were directly opposite to modern standards. For example, in the children’s issue of Earnshaw’s Infants’ Department of 1918 years it was said: “According to the generally accepted rule, pink should be chosen for boys, and blue for girls, since pink is stronger and more solid, and blue is more elegant and sophisticated.” 
The phenomenon finally disappeared 18 months after the first recorded cases. 
It turned out that the children of French women raise their voices with each cry, and the children of German women lower their voices, and it is precisely such intonation differences that are characteristic of the respective languages. Most likely, the voice of newborns adjusts to the right accent to establish a closer bond with the mother. 
To allow her to do this, the Oklahoma Parliament passed a special law declaring the girl a white person. 
His IQ was estimated at 250-300 units, although these figures may be exaggerated because Sidis never took an IQ test. However, such an early start did not bring him fame – after receiving a bachelor’s degree at the age of 16 and working for some time as a teacher, he retired from public life. Working as a simple accountant and in other unskilled positions, Sidis devoted himself to collecting and studying transportation systems, and sometimes published works in various fields of knowledge: anthropology, philology, cosmology, and Indian history. 
Keeping the flash away from the lens helps to avoid red-eye. 
The funds received for many years constituted a significant part of the hospital’s budget. 
After analyzing the biographies of many prominent people, Polgar came to the conclusion that any healthy child can be made a genius if he is taught methodically and intensively from infancy. Laszlo and Clara gave birth to three daughters and decided to devote their lives to chess, since success in this game can always be objectively assessed. In order to concentrate as much as possible on chess, the parents demanded permission from the Hungarian government for the girls to be taught at home. All three achieved great success: Sofia became a women’s grandmaster, and Zhuzha and Judit became men’s grandmasters and one of the strongest female chess players in history. 
Later, the practice of removing children from parents who were considered morally or financially unstable was introduced immediately in maternity hospitals. The chain involved both doctors and the Catholic Church, which plays an important role in many areas of Spanish life. Priests and nuns kept lists of adoptive parents from Catholic families, and children sold to them were declared dead shortly after birth to real mothers. This practice continued until 1990s, but due to the lack of an official state investigation it is difficult to give the total number of abducted children, although some lawyers estimate it could be as high as 300,000. 
Another interesting way was to use anagrams. So, the surname Lunacharsky came from the surname Charnalusky. 
Once she wanted a unicorn, and Escobar ordered a horse to be delivered to her, on whose head a horn was nailed with staples, and wings on her back. The animal subsequently died from the infection. 
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And if he sins against You, do not turn Your face away from him, but be merciful to him, stir up contrition in his heart, and, according to the multitude of Your mercies, cleanse his sins. Do not deprive him of your earthly blessings, but send him everything he needs in time to acquire blessed eternity. Save him from every misfortune, misfortune and illness, and cover his belly all the days. Good God, I still pray to You: give me joy and joy about my child and make me appear at Your terrible judgment and with shameless boldness say: behold, and my child, even thou hast given me, Lord. Yes, together with him glorifying Thy inexpressible mercy, I exalt Thy most holy name, the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, now and forever, and forever and ever. Amen. 
Keep him (her) in Your grace until the end of his (her) life. Assist me with Your grace, so that I would educate (educate) him (her) for the glory of Your name and for the benefit of others, give me all the necessary means, patience and strength for this. Lord, enlighten him (her) with the light of Your wisdom, may he love You with all his soul and all his thoughts. Generate in his (her) heart fear and disgust from every iniquity, let him be blameless in his ways. Lord, adorn his (her) soul with chastity, long-suffering and every honesty, and any slander, lies and flattery will be disgusting to him (her). Sprinkle him (her) with the dew of Thy grace, may he succeed in virtue and holiness, and may he grow in Thy love and in the love of pious people. May the Guardian Angel always be with him (her) and keep his (her) youth from vain thoughts, from the charms and temptations of this world and from all the attempts of the evil one. If, however, when he sins against You, do not turn Your face away from him (her), but be merciful to him (her), arouse trembling in his (her) heart and, according to the multitude of Your mercies, cleanse his (her) sins (see ch.
: Ps.50:1). Do not deprive him (her) and your earthly blessings, but send him (her) everything you need in due time in order to gain happiness in eternity. Save him (her) from any misfortune, misfortune and illness, and cover all the days of his (her) life. Good God, I still pray to You: give me joy and joy about my child and make me worthy to appear at Your Terrible Judgment and say with fearless boldness: “This is me and my child whom You gave me, Lord” (Is.8:18 ). Yes, together with him glorifying Thy unspeakable mercy, I exalt Thy most holy name, the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, now and always, and forever and ever. Amen. 
Sanctify them in Thy truth, that Thy name may be sanctified in them. Help me by Your grace to raise them for the glory of Your name and for the benefit of others, give me the necessary means for this: patience and strength. Group, enlighten your wisdom, let them be all the soul, with all the thought, in heart, and aversion from all the lawsuits, may they be in the occasion, decorated with a whole, prolonged, , vainglory, abominations, sprinkle with the dew of Thy grace, may they succeed in virtues and holiness, and may they grow in Thy good pleasure, in love and piety. May the Guardian Angel always abide with them and keep their youth from vain thoughts, from the seduction of the temptations of this world and from all evil slander. And if they sin against You, Lord, do not turn Your face away from them, but be merciful to them, awaken in their hearts repentance according to the multitude of Your bounties, cleanse their sins and deprive not Your blessings, but give them all that is pleasing for salvation them from every illness, danger, misfortune and sorrow, overshadowing them with Your mercy all the days of this life.
God, I pray to You, give me joy and joy about my children, and grant me to stand with them at Your Last Judgment, with shameless boldness to say: “Behold, I and the children whom You gave me, Lord. Amen”. Let us glorify Your All-Holy Name, the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Amen. 
May the Guardian Angel always be with them and protect their youth from vain thoughts, from the temptations of this world and from every crafty machinations. If someday they sin against You, Lord, do not turn Your face away from them, but be merciful to them, arouse repentance in their hearts according to the multitude of Your bounties, cleanse their sins and do not deprive them of Your blessings, but give them everything you need for their salvation , keeping them from all diseases, dangers, troubles and sorrows, cover them with Your mercy all the days of this life. God, I pray to You, give me joy and joy about my children and make me stand with them at Your Terrible Judgment, with fearless boldness to say: “This is me and the children whom You gave me, Lord (Is. 8:18). Amen”. Let us glorify Your All-Holy Name, the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Amen. 
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Lord, we are all Your creations, have pity on my children (names), and turn them to repentance. Save, Lord, and have mercy on my children (names) and enlighten their minds with the light of the mind of Your Gospel and guide them on the path of Your commandments and teach them, Savior, to do Your will, because You are our God. 
Amen. 
Let Thy angels always keep them. May my children be sensitive to the grief of their neighbors, and may they fulfill Your commandment of love. And even if they sin, then grant them, O Lord, to bring repentance to Thee, and Thou, by Thy unspeakable mercy, forgive them. When their earthly life ends, then take them to Your Heavenly Abode, where let them lead with them other servants of Your chosen ones. Through the prayers of Your Most Pure Mother, the Theotokos and Ever-Virgin Mary, and Your Saints (all the holy families are listed) , Lord, have mercy on us, as you are glorified with Your Father without beginning and Your Most Holy and Good and Life-giving Spirit, now and forever, and forever and ever. Amen. 
Amen. 
Through the prayers of Your Most Pure Mother Theotokos and Ever-Virgin Mary and Your saints (all holy families are listed), Lord, have mercy on us, because they glorify You with Your Father without Beginning and Your Most Holy and Good and Life-giving Spirit, now and always, and forever and ever. Amen. 
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Lord, protect them from all visible and invisible enemies, from all misfortune, evil, misfortune, betrayal and captivity. Lord, heal them from every disease and wound, from every filth, and ease their spiritual suffering. Lord, grant them the grace of Your Holy Spirit for many years of life, health and chastity in all piety and love, in peace and unanimity with the rulers around them, near and far people. Lord, multiply and strengthen their mental abilities and bodily strength, return them healthy and safe to their parental home. All-good Lord, grant me, unworthy and sinful servant of Yours (name) , parental blessing on my children (names) at the present time of the morning (days, evenings, nights) , for Your Kingdom is eternal, omnipotent and omnipotent. Amen. 
Lord, forgive them all their sins, voluntary and involuntary, committed by them before You. Lord, guide them on the true path of Your commandments and enlighten their minds with Your light for the salvation of the soul and the healing of the body. Lord, bless them wherever You rule. Lord, save them with the power of Your Honorable and Life-Giving Cross, under Your holy shelter, from a flying bullet, arrow, sword, fire, from a deadly wound, flood and sudden death. Lord, protect them from all visible and invisible enemies, from any misfortune, evil, misfortune, betrayal and captivity. Lord, heal them from all diseases and wounds, from any impurity, and ease their mental suffering. Lord, grant them the grace of Your Holy Spirit for many years of their lives, health and sound mind in piety (1 Tim. 2:2) and love, in peace and unanimity with the leaders around them, people near and far. Lord, increase and strengthen their mental abilities and physical strength, return them healthy and prosperous to their parental home.
All-good Lord, grant me, unworthy and sinful servant of Yours (unworthy and sinful servant of Yours) (name), parental blessing on my children (names) at the present time of the morning (day, evening, night), because Your Kingdom is eternal, omnipotent and omnipotent. Amen. 
Amen. 
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At the end of our temporal life, may we, holy apostle, avoid the merciless demands that await us in the air ordeals, but may we reach, under your guidance and patronage, that Upper Jerusalem, the glory of which you saw in revelation, and now enjoy the very joy that is promised chosen by God. Oh, great John, save all Christian cities and countries, this city (this village), this temple, which is dedicated to your holy name, serving and praying in it, from hunger, epidemic, earthquake and flood, fire, sword, invasion of enemies and civil strife, deliver us from all troubles and misfortunes, and with your prayers, turn the righteous wrath of God from us, and beg for us His mercy. Oh, great and incomprehensible God, Alpha and Omega, the source and object of our faith! Here, we offer You, in supplication, Saint John, whom You made worthy to know You, the inscrutable God, in that indescribable revelation. Accept his intercession for us, give us the fulfillment of our requests, to Your glory: and most of all, make us perfect in spiritual perfection, to enjoyment in life, which has no end in Your heavenly abodes.
O Heavenly Father, who created everything, Lord, Spirit of spirits, Almighty King! Touch our hearts with Your finger, and when they melt like wax, they will shed before You, and the mortal spiritual creature will be created, in honor and glory of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Amen. (names) , the reversal of the Obveriami, and in the crushing of the Sertz we will be shed: with your prayers, we can outlive from the hearts and overwhelming, and in many ways, we are unarmed to be more, and for your own, and for you the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, the Trinity Consubstantial and Indivisible, now and forever and forever and ever. Amen. 
Therefore, to teenagers you are an image of obedience, to young men – the luminary of chastity, to men – a mentor in diligence, to old people – gentleness as a teacher, to monks – abstinence as a rule, praying – an inspiring leader from God, seeking wisdom – an enlightener of the mind, well-speaking speakers – a source of a living word that benefactors – the star of mercy, bosses – the image of wise government, zealots of truth – boldness as an inspirer, persecuted because of the truth – patience as a mentor: you were everything for everyone, but in all possible ways you will save some. Above all this, you acquired love, which is the union of perfection, and with that, as if by Divine power, you united all the gifts in your soul into one, and the same love divided reconciling, in the interpretation of the apostolic words preached to all the faithful. But we are sinners, one by one we each have our own gifts, but we do not have the union of our souls in the union of the world, but we are vain, irritating each other, envying each other: therefore, our gifts are not divided into peace and salvation, but turned into enmity and condemnation to us .
Therefore, we fall down to you, holy hierarch of God, servants of God (names), caught in a storm of strife, and in heartfelt repentance for our sins, we ask: with your prayers, drive away from our hearts all the pride and envy that divide us, but without hindrance we will achieve unity in many parts of one church body, but according to your words, we prayerfully love each other, so that in one mind we confess the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, the Trinity of Consubstantial and Indivisible, now and always and forever and ever. Amen. 
25:41) and be participants rights on the other hand, and be worthy to hear the joyful voice of the Lord Christ: come, blessed of my Father, inherit the kingdom prepared for you from the foundation of the world (Matthew 25:34). 
Cover them with the clothes of Your Motherhood, save them in the fear of God and obedience to your parents, implore my Lord and Your Son to give them everything useful for their salvation. I entrust them to Your Mother’s Eye, because You are the Divine cover of Your servants. (this girl) (name) , and plant in his heart (her) The Holy Scripture, which Your pure hand inscribed on the tablets of the legislator Moses, now and forever and forever and ever. Amen. 
Amen. (names) , before the throne of the life -hired three represent, may we be able to taste with the yoke and with all the saints, so in the villages of the Slavic glory of greatness, gratitude and the world in the threes centuries. Amen. 
O father, our constant prayer book! Do not disgrace our hope, but always about us, the servants of God (names), intercede before the throne of the Life-Giving Trinity, let us be honored together with you and with all the saints, if we are unworthy, to glorify in the dwellings of paradise the greatness, grace and mercy of God alone in the Trinity , Father and Son and Holy Spirit, forever and ever. Amen. 
Intercede, holy Hope, before the Lord Jesus for us sinners, so that hope in Your good will not wean us, and from all sorrow and need, may it deliver us. Confess, holy Lyuba, to the Spirit of truth, the Comforter, our misfortunes and sorrows, that from above He will send heavenly sweetness to our souls. Help us in our troubles, holy martyrs, and together with your wise mother Sophia, pray to the King of kings and the Lord of lords, may he save (names) under His protection, but with you and with all the saints, let us exalt and glorify the most holy and great name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, the pre-eternal Master and good Co-Dealer, now and forever and ever. 
Intercede, holy Hope, before the Lord Jesus for us sinners, so that hope in Your well-being will not drive us away, and save us from all sorrows and needs. Confess, holy Love, to the Spirit of truth, the Comforter, our misfortunes and sorrows, that He from above will send heavenly sweetness to our souls. Help in our troubles, holy martyrs, and together with your wise mother Sophia, pray to the King of kings and the Lord of lords, may he keep (the names) under His protection, and together with you and with all the saints we will exalt and glorify the most holy and great name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, the eternal Ruler and good Contributor, now and always and unto the ages of ages. Christ who was God, let him know everything, honoring your holy and vascular to you resorting to you, God’s gods: may he affirm his sobbing, and there is a dignity, and there is a diligence, and a diligence, and a diligence, and a diligence and a diligence, Yes, all its members, clean from worldly temptations and carnal lusts and the evil action of evil spirits, worship Him in spirit and in truth and zealously take care of keeping His commandments for the salvation of their souls.
With her floating, let her holy with the holy of the guardian of the rescue of a people, and the impressive, and imperishable the clearing, are instructed, doubt and verify the sake of the Orthodox cord in the correction of life, those who repented and reformed will be confirmed in the holiness of life: and thus they will lead everyone along the path indicated by Him into the prepared eternal Kingdom of His saints. Hey, holy hierarch of God, arrange with your prayers all good souls and our bodies: yes, we will glorify in our souls and bodies our Lord and our God, Jesus Christ, to Him with the Father and the Holy Spirit, glory and power forever and ever. Amen. 
May her shepherds be given holy zeal of protection for the salvation of people given to them, may the unbelievers be enlightened, the ignorant will be instructed, the doubters will be enlightened and convinced, those who have fallen away from the Orthodox Church will be turned into her holy bosoms, the believers will be kept in faith, sinners will be moved to repentance, the penitents will be consoled and they will strengthen them in the correction of life, they will confirm the repentant and reformed in the holiness of life: and they will lead everyone along the path indicated by Him into the prepared eternal Kingdom of His saints. O saint of God, may you arrange with your prayers all that is good for our souls and bodies: yes, with our souls and bodies we will glorify the Lord and our God, Jesus Christ, to whom with the Father and the Holy Spirit be glory and power forever and ever. Amen. 
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Moth, St. Nicholas of Christ, Christ our God, give us a peaceful life and the remission of sins, and our souls salvation and great mercy, now and always and forever and ever. 
8:12), and with your holy prayers make me a partaker of the Kingdom of Heaven in the Trinity of the glorious God, the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, forever centuries. Amen. 
reason and humility, a spouse love and harmony, a child obedience, offended patience, offending the fear of God, grieving complacency, rejoicing temperance: to all of us the spirit of reason and piety, the spirit of mercy, and meekness. Hey, Most Holy Lady, have mercy on your weak people; Gather the scattered ones, guide those who have gone astray on the right path, support old age, be chaste to the young, raise up babies and look after all of us with the contempt of Your merciful intercession; lift us up from the depths of sin and illumine the eyes of our hearts to the sight of salvation; be merciful to us here and there, in the land of the earthly advent and at the Last Judgment of Your Son; having reposed in faith and repentance from this life, fathers and our brothers in eternal life from the Angels and with all the saints make life. Thou art, Mistress, the Glory of heaven and the Hope of the earth, You, according to God, are our Hope and Intercessor of all those who flow to You in faith.
We pray to You, and to You, as the Almighty Helper, to ourselves and to each other and our whole life we betray, now and forever, and forever and ever. Amen. 
O Most Holy Lady, have mercy on Your weak people; Gather the scattered, guide the lost on the right path, support old age, keep the young in spiritual purity, raise babies and look at us all with the supervision of Your merciful intercession; raise us up from the depths of sins and enlighten the eyes of our hearts with the sight of salvation; be merciful to us here and there, in the land of the earthly advent and at the Last Judgment of Your Son; save our fathers and brothers who died in faith and repentance in eternal life with the angels and with all the saints. You, Madam, are the Glory of heaven and the Hope of the earth, You, according to God, are our Hope and Intercessor of all who resort to You with faith. We pray to You and to You, as to the Almighty Helper, we give ourselves and each other and our whole life, now and always, and forever and ever. Amen. 
ru” For 17 years our website usynovite.ru has been helping children to find a new home, 
In this case, you need to contact the federal operator of the state data bank on children and agree on a reception for the provision of public services at another time. 
The bill was posted on the federal portal of draft regulations for wide public discussion. 
They must live their own lives, not copy their parents’ 
Keeping your child from making mistakes is a mistake. 
Note: education means emergence. So a person arises not when he has only fives in his certificate, but when he finds the business to which he is ready to give his life. 
If a mother has never complained to her son or daughter about her own life, she will never wait for her son or daughter to complain about hers. One of my books is called “Children as a Mirror”. They really “mirror” our attitude. And when a mother complains that her four-year-old son screams in response to any remark, I understand how she herself talks to him. If you want children in your old age to treat you with respect and love, treat them that way in their childhood. 
.. In our theater, adults, as a rule, ask the same questions. We posted the answers to them in advance in the ticket office, lobby and here. A preliminary acquaintance with them will save you from unnecessary misunderstandings. 
Firstly, this is due to the peculiarities of the work of the theater (artistic tasks, the inconvenience of the premises, etc.), and secondly, to the peculiarities of children’s development. 
These fairy tales are already well known to your child, and the joy of recognition will help him easily get involved in the game. 
And we try in such a way that we completely kill the child’s interest in anything, not to mention that most valuable “ability to live someone else’s fate as our own”! 
Frequently Asked Questions
All performances are different. Some start on the stage – noisy, crowded, or with the almost imperceptible appearance of some character; others – from the music, to which the actors walk through the hall, decorously greeting (“Three Bears”) or violently involving the audience to join their “tribe” (“Where are you going, Ostrich”?), etc.
This is now allowed in many places. And we also took pictures on the stage after the performance. Why not now?
Then at home, together with your parents, you can play theater and a fairy tale, and not with gadgets.
And they scold him, who is not guilty of anything, sometimes with such words !!! 
Read them carefully before you buy a ticket. Do not upset your children with possible misunderstandings.
In each issue, Forbes Woman Editor-in-Chief Julia Varshavskaya will discuss with experts issues that concern every modern woman who is building a career and raising children at the same time. The guests of the new issue are the host of the Mother of the Year YouTube channel, solo mother Elena Borovaya living in Israel, Maxim Kazarnovsky, director of the Moscow International Salon of Education, and Forbes Woman Editor-in-Chief Maria Mikhantyeva and her husband Pavel Gavrilov. 
And if we are talking about solo mothers, then they have an even more difficult situation. By and large, the world is adapted to the fact that a child has two parents and they alternately or jointly take care of the child, building a career. If I had thought about this more before I became a mother myself, perhaps I would have built relationships differently, otherwise I would have chosen a partner with whom I was ready to become a parent. 
I remember that the involvement of fathers is higher where it is customary in families to discuss, talk, and negotiate everything. If adults know how to do this, then sooner or later they come to partnerships. 
I go to the garden for children and see all kinds of dads there. Builders, firefighters and police take care of their children and have no problem with it. 
Now this need “if you get married, have children” is gradually dying out. People feel happy together and do not want to take responsibility for the child. 
It continued this way for months. I was totally beside myself and could only imagine the worst scenarios: that he’d never learn to eat, that he’d need a feeding tube the rest of his life and that he’d never adapt and be able to “be normal.”
I took great care to make sure he had a cool “Darth Vader” backpack, new clothes and school supplies (even though I knew he didn’t need them for preschool) and was so excited to have him start his schooling. But after the first day, his teacher called and let me know that my son was not ready.
Recently in the Washington Post, Valerie Strauss wrote an article to the effect that when young children are forced to sit still at a desk all day, they do not develop the core muscle strength they normally would when allowed to run, skip and play and as a result, they feel agitated and restless. Young children especially need to be allowed to exercise and play freely.
Noted as “good for a green mama’s soul,” Green Child has grown into a resource valued by parents who care about bringing simplicity, compassion, social responsibility, and instinctual intelligence back to parenting.
By the time young people reach their mid-20s, most will stop engaging in criminal conduct.
We see young Black offenders as animals or savages who engage in “wilding” behavior. The process of dehumanization turns Black children into undifferentiated objects. It deprives them of their individual features, those qualities that make them valuable and unique. Instead, we brand them as nameless predators.
This mythology contended that Black children were more predatory, more dangerous, more adult-like than white children. Although juvenile crime rates actually dropped in this period, the threat stoked fear that white America was in danger. That mischaracterization allowed Americans to withstand any tug of moral constraint in the rush to charge Black children as adults in the criminal justice system — children as young as nine. Politicians pushed “adult time for adult crime” legislation and then filled our prisons with young Black kids.
But Rittenhouse was not perceived as dangerous. He was seen as a child. Contrast that with 12-year-old Tamir Rice, a child playing with a toy gun in his neighborhood park. A Cleveland police officer sized up Tamir in an instant. He considered him dangerous, shooting and killing him within two seconds of getting out of his patrol car — evidence, once again, of the pernicious power of racialized perceptions in our discretionary calls.
We will continue to see Black kids shouldered out of rehabilitative care even when they engage in the exact same behavior as white children. We will continue to see prosecutors misperceiving Black children’s wrongful conduct as willful rather than the product of immaturity. Breaking this racism habit requires us to prohibit the prosecution of anyone under 21 in the adult criminal system.
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Whoever feeds on milk is ignorant of the word of truth, because he is a child; but solid food belongs to the perfect, whose senses have been accustomed by practice to distinguish between good and evil” (Hebrews 5:12-14). 
And the gates of the capital will sigh and weep, and it will sit on the ground devastated” (Isaiah 3:24,25). 
Beetles, stones and clouds are for children, but we have a different prose of life. We, exhausted from the whole day at work, run home, not noticing no people around, no flowers, no clouds – they don’t look like anything to us at all. You won’t rest at home either, there is always a lot of work, and then there are children with their questions “why?” and “what if?”. A simple example. The child in the children’s room built a tower and calls his mother to look. Mom has no time, she cooks soup, and the child leaves upset. After a minute, he forgot that he was upset and asked his mother to find him in the room where he would hide. Mom, who has soup in her mind and a few other events of the day, automatically says to her son “good”. Ten, twenty minutes pass, and the child is still waiting for his mother. In the end, he again comes to the kitchen and asks why his mother did not look for him and in response he receives: “no time”, “I would care about you”, “play for now yourself”. So the child is often on his own, and he just wants attention, he wants to play together, laugh, talk, whisper confidentially.
And if this is not the case, then the child, becoming a teenager, already firmly learns that he is not accepted, they do not understand at home, that there is no one to talk to, parents have no time. 
. Children believe that there is a God who loves them and their parents, they have no doubt that God is kind and caring, they do not look for strict evidence of the existence of God, because He is real in their life, in their pure heart. To be like children means not to remember insults, to wish happiness to our neighbors, and most importantly, to us adults, to trust God like little children. Sincerely, openly, completely, completely, forever. 
.. for of such is the kingdom of heaven” (Matthew 1 “They brought children to Him so that He would touch them; but the disciples did not admit those who offered” (Mark 10:13). The Jews had a custom to bring children to a famous rabbi for blessing. And so, mothers with babies in their arms make their way to the Teacher with difficulty, overcoming the resistance of the students. They reproached them, explaining that Master was tired and He needed rest. 
Jesus Christ has yet to destroy the power of Satan and make the dominion of God complete and comprehensive, but every person can become a citizen of the Kingdom of God today. To do this, you need to accept it, “like a child.” What does this mean? 
To be “born of water” means to be baptized, a special rite of making a covenant with God. 
But in relationship with God, things are different. What a blessing it is to be in constant dependence on Him! Let every day of your life be a celebration of dependence on God. 
For this, it is necessary to be baptized in water, accept the power of the Holy Spirit, give up your independence and acknowledge the sovereignty of God. Finally, to believe that our present and future are paid for at Calvary. 
It’s important that everyone gets to have a say in what your family mission statement will be. Children will be more likely to adhere to your mission statement when they help to create it. The following are some questions you can ask to help figure out your family’s identity.
e. honesty, loyalty, kindness, acceptance).
Keep your statement short because you want it to be easily remembered. A rule of thumb is to keep your mission statement under 100 words.
For example, when my kids do something wrong I ask them if their behavior is in line with our mission as a family. This usually opens up the door to discuss their behavior and they get a clear explanation of why their behavior is problematic and what they need to do to fix it.
It is this sense of belonging that builds resilience in our children. It helps them develop healthy self esteem and self identity and gives them the confidence they need to manage challenges, to solve problems and to ask for help when they need it.
The most important thing is that you are taking time to have the conversation!
And then pay attention to any recurring themes, ideas or words that continue to come up. Find the ones that fit best with your family values and allow you to live them out in your daily actions. 
If the answer is no, then make any necessary tweaks and changes first!
In her spare time she enjoys hugging her kids, drinking coffee, and telling anyone who’ll listen how tired she is.
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Make sure you write them down. You can put them on post-it notes, on a Trello Board or whatever works for you. In our case, we used a google doc. 
If you haven’t already done this, I explain how in the 7-Steps To Being A Better Man, Partner and Dad – Free eBook. 
Keep repeating this process until you are comfortable you have your list in an order that everyone is more or less in agreeance with. 
But we wanted to get something down as a starting point. 
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Or you could habit stack, by attaching it to an existing event, so you don’t forget to do it.
That’s okay!
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Eliminate as many offers as possible. 
This proves that your mission statement does not need to be tied to the specific case your company is involved in. inspirational statement focused per audience. 
Also, the use of the word “speed up” makes this statement perfect. 
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And their mission statement has evolved along with the entire industry. 
This mission statement is not only lofty, but concrete – is a combination that is quite difficult to balance. 
From time to time encourage employees who can quote the mission statement without having to read it 👏🏼 
A personal mission statement creates boundaries that make decision making easier, as it’s easier to see if your decisions are in line with your long-term goals. 
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g. do you have a specific position? have you reached a certain level?) 
It can remind you of the value of what you do every day, and while your mission may require small and seemingly insignificant daily tasks, they contribute to a bigger picture that you can be proud of. 
This can help employers understand your motivations and see if you are a good fit for their culture and company mission. 
To help you identify this, try writing five words that describe you and your purpose. Using this list of five words, try to write down two words that describe you and your purpose. Then think of one word and write it down. Use these words as inspiration to keep your personal mission statement concise. 
As the main victims of wars, many girls and boys are killed and maimed, recruited and used as child soldiers, sexually abused, abducted and denied access to humanitarian assistance. In addition, they are increasingly being targeted in attacks on schools and hospitals. 
This approach allows the United Nations to use the entire staff of the mission and their various types of expertise, networks and existing capacities to provide more effective and comprehensive protection for children. Heads of peacekeeping missions play a critical role in ensuring that child protection principles and commitments are mainstreamed and integrated into all operational decisions, activities and processes within United Nations peacekeeping operations. All groups within a mission have an obligation to contribute to the protection of children. Child Protection Advisers work closely with other entities, such as the United Nations Police, Human Rights Section, Rule of Law Section, and military personnel, to ensure consistency and exchange of information related to serious violations against children . For example, in South Sudan, UNMISS from January 2018 to July 2019organized training and mainstreaming activities within the child protection mandate for more than 4,900 United Nations staff.
In 2020, the United Nations verified 4,030 violations in four countries where United Nations Child Protection Advisers operate. That same year, in South Sudan, UNMISS child protection officers participated in more than 160 patrols to verify cases of serious violations against children. 
In the same year, 44 children were released and reintegrated in South Sudan, 23 in Mali and 1,313 in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. 
For example, in South Sudan, UNMISS deployed a child protection officer to the Sudan People’s Liberation Army (SPLA) to support the implementation of an action plan to end the recruitment and use of children. In the Central African Republic, MINUSCA is working with local authorities to help them effectively fulfill their child protection responsibilities, including reintegrating into communities children formerly associated with armed forces and groups and identifying early signs of serious violations against children. In 2020, 22 members of the Malian Defense and Security Forces and 152 police officers participated in training of trainers on the protection of children in armed conflict. 
In addition, DOM is organizing a United Nations Specialized Educational Materials (STM) training course on child protection for United Nations military personnel for members of the armed forces who serve in United Nations peacekeeping operations and national trainers from troop-contributing countries. 
There are many armed groups in the DRC, about 40-45. When communicating with the commanders of the armed groups, I used the information we collected through the MNO as part of our propaganda activities. In some cases, we brought with us fact sheets that contained information about the trends and patterns of violations against children committed by the group in question over the years. 
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