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Backpack is an essential part of the daily things carried by any child while going to school. This is used by a child to carry his books and other necessary things when he goes to school. In addition to books and a spare article of clothing, it often contains his lunch box and water bottle. [...]

Toys are meant for children to play with and enjoy themselves but they often pose danger to the little ones. Most manufacturers follow the guidelines issued by the government or concerned authorities but it is advisable that an adult be at hand when children three years of age and below are playing as they put [...]

Cyber bullying is the act of harassment or threatening a child who is in teens or preteens by another child of the same age. This act is done using internet, some digital technology or mobile phone. Legally, for this act of cyberbullying, on both sides teens should be involved. In case of adult on one [...]

Recollect when you traveled in an aircraft for the first time, the feeling you had. There is a lot of vibration when the aircraft taxis on the runway at a very high speed and then takes off. At this time there is change in air pressure inside the cabin which directly has effect on the [...]

Crawling is the first step of the baby towards movement. Before getting up on their foot, babies crawl on floor with their both hands and legs. Its very important phase in the baby’s developmental stage and it’s a good exercise also. It strengthens the muscles and develops motor control. Some babies don’t crawl, they directly [...]

People buy plants that appeal to their aesthetic sense because of color or form of leaves or beautiful flowers. They do not even ask the name of the plant they are buying so it is obvious that they would not know about the danger it may pose for their little ones. Whatever babies lay their [...]

By the age of two, children become aware that fire is hot and keep away from it. As they grow older they need to be taught is how to get out of the house safely if ever there is a house hold fire. It would be prudent to first point out the places where a [...]

With increasing traffic on the roads and people driving at high speed, sometimes not caring for traffic rules, crossing the street or a road often becomes difficult even for adults who have been doing this for years. Teaching children how to follow safety traffic  rules while crossing the road is almost like a project. Some [...]

There are a large number of different varieties of insects found in this word. Of these, only a fraction is harmful, the others are not harmful and often do the work assigned to them by nature. Children are often frightened of all insects and there is a general tendency to try to kill them when [...]

With ever increasing incidents of crime in society, especially those relating to children, it becomes important for parents to be very particular in keeping a watch on their child. The incidents of abduction of children are increasing every year so a child should be properly made aware of how he or she should face a [...]

Increasingly we hear news of violence in some school or the other resulting in gang war or gunfire. Due to this often casualties and injuries are reported. This trend is increasing though schools have also started to take precautions. Along with schools it is the duty of the parents to take steps that their child [...]

Electronic devices are mostly run on electricity. These are a source of entertainment to the whole family. If not handled properly, they can produce fatal results. Where there are children in home, parents have to be extra cautious while placing electronic gadgets. The ways the children have to be taught how to handle these depend [...]

When the children grow up, they want to buy a cycle to go out in the open for a ride. Slowly the child develops some level of confidence and starts insisting again to be allowed to go to school if it is nearby. It is the duty of the parents to ensure that the child [...]

Knowing how to use a computer has become essential for each and every person. The extent of information available on the computer in unthinkable and is necessary for education. Children get all type of information necessary for studies and research on any topic. In addition to information, this has become a source of spreading of [...]

Parents are always worried about the safety and well being of their children. Due to this, they continuously plan and purchase equipment necessary for the safety of the child. When the child goes out with the parents in the car, they make arrangement for the child seat to be fitted on the car seat. Similarly, [...]

Swimming is one of the best sources of exercise necessary for healthy development of the child. In addition to it being the source of exercise, it is one of the necessary arts which the child should learn. In fact everyone should know how to swim, one never knows about at what point of time he [...]

Having a child at home is an exciting and pleasing thought not only for the parents, but also for siblings other children in the family, grandparents and also for nanny if employed to take care of the child. Each member of the house hold decides in his own way how to welcome the child. However [...]

It is important that your child plays, as by playing he gets exercise necessary for healthy development of his body and muscles. The child can get maximum exercise by playing outdoor games. Just as exercise is necessary, safety of the child is equally important. There are specific safety guards available for different games. It is [...]

Breathing is an important activity for the life of any being on this earth. A person cannot survive beyond a few minutes if breathing stops. Sometimes people get choked as a result of blockage of wind pipe. If this choking is not rectified immediately it can result in an unwanted mishap. There are a various [...]

A visit to an amusement park is always looked forward to by both adults and children. Both anticipate the visit with much pleasure and get excited planning what all they will do once there. Amusement parks get so many visitors especially during the vacations and thousands may visit it on a single day, making it [...]