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What happens when one district decides it won’t let its daughters become child brides? In Sepahijala, IAS officer Siddharth Jaiswal’s mission has already saved 100 children —...
What does it take to build dignity and jobs for 35,000 people with disabilities — when you’ve grown up in a town with no school willing to admit you? This is the story of...
After her 8-year-old daughter passed away, Manju Mittal stopped cooking altogether. But a simple birthday meal sparked a quiet revolution — one that would uplift over a...
A home in Ghana rescues trafficked child slaves and rehabilitates them. Founded by a former child slave, his story and those of the inhabitants are as inspiring as they are...
Riding a bike is many children’s first taste of freedom — a memorable milestone youngsters eager to exercise independence cherish for life. Sadly, some kids don’t get to learn...
When a child collapsed on a flooded road in Chennai, 24-year-old Kannan didn’t think twice; he acted fast and saved a life. Here’s how he did it, and you can learn too.
Last Wednesday, a team of English surgeons and attendants arrived in the city of Leicester to be briefed on an upcoming surgery never before attempted or imagined in the...
An innovative scheme is helping imprisoned dads and their children bond over play, fitness and shared meals – transforming family time in prison The post Scottish prisons lead...
Turn everyday waste into moments of creativity and learning. These fun, easy upcycling projects help kids discover the joy of making something useful while caring for the...
Driven by a passion to support education, Pritu Chaudhary’s ‘Little Leaf’ recycles waste paper to create notebooks for underprivileged children in Pune. This initiative turns...
Screaming protestors surrounded the building as federal marshals escorted a brave six-year-old girl on her way to making history. In first grade. It was November of 1960 when...
Twelve years ago, Sangeeta Maurya cried at her posting in Raebareli when only 30 of 130 students turned up. Today, through stories, songs, and compassion, she has filled her...
“Children” and “cancer” shouldn’t mix — but sadly, thousands of kids are diagnosed with this disease yearly. The survival rate could be higher, so every young warrior who...
Based in the Punjab region of India, The D. V. Singh Foundation for Child Development aims to improve access to education for young children, especially girls, with the...
Breadline Africa, one of South Africa’s leading non-profit organisations dedicated to early childhood development The post How Funky Socks Day Will Help Breadline Africa Change...
KAF’s Third Annual Event The King Aaron Foundation (KAF) took to The New River Sports Centre in Tottenham on 6th July, marking their third annual community sports day. The big...
In 2023, 66 shark bay bandicoots were released into the Pilliga reserve in Australia. Two years later, conservationists continue to find evidence that the endangered marsupials...
Turn gardening into a meaningful family activity! Grow your own rangoli colours naturally and introduce children to cultural traditions and sustainable living in a hands-on way.
Spending quality time with grandkids is one of the best things about being grandparents, but it can also be costly. And with many grandparents living on fixed incomes or...
Walking into Brightworks could be a shock for helicopter parents — there are no rows of desks, no hallway passes and no bells to jolt students from one class to the next....
This Ganesh Chaturthi, celebrate with joy while caring for the planet. From clay and turmeric to colourful paper folds, families — especially children — can create their own...
From jasmine and dragon fruit to tomatoes and ash gourd, Mala Raghavan’s rooftop garden not only feeds her family but also fills her life with purpose and peace. Here’s how she...
What does safety mean when home is a refugee camp? A Kenyan photographer captures a child who is learning, dreaming and hoping, despite fear The post Learning by lamplight,...
The Iowa boy who was named by Guinness World Records as the world’s most premature baby has beat “impossible” odds to reach his first birthday. Born at just 21 weeks gestation...
Teacher-parents reveal how they juggle the roles of educator and nurturer, balancing discipline with empathy. Their stories highlight the importance of listening, connecting,...
Sports create a natural loop of awareness and action that kids carry into real life The post How Sports Quietly Build Kids’ Emotional Intelligence And Why It Matters for Life...
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM It’s a familiar scene in many homes: you greet your child after school and ask, “How was your day?” only to hear a flat “Fine.” You try...
Young people today will never know the agony and excitement of writing and mailing a letter. You had to choose your words carefully and say everything you wanted to say. Once...
In a world where most families are making their homes more automated with high tech devices, one mom has decided to go the opposite route—all in the name of teaching her kids...
Parents across India are rethinking school tiffins by replacing packaged snacks with nutrient-rich millets and microgreens. Easy to grow and cook, these superfoods boost...
Beneath the waves of Key Largo, staghorn coral have spawned in mass since a 2023 bleaching event that left marine biologists worried over the reefs’ future. The once-a-year...
Turn your kitchen into a mini science lab with these five easy and safe experiments for kids. From bubbling volcanoes to dancing raisins and stretchy slime, each activity uses...
This Easter, turn simple household items into magical memories with your kids. From colourful DIY egg wraps to creative clues, these fun and eco-friendly egg hunt ideas use...
Episode Description: This week Arielle and Karissa are exploring solutions both personal and global—from Rocky Mountain National Park’s inspiring accessibility upgrades to...
In 2017, Stephen Callaghan's daughter Ruby came home from school. When he asked her how her day was, her answer made him raise an eyebrow. Ruby, who was in the sixth grade at...
What does it mean to go “all in” on something? We’ll tell you: Whether it’s an elaborately-themed birthday party for your dog (like this one) or a guy learning Mandarin to...
On February 26, 2019, Stacy and Babajide Omirin of Lagos, Nigeria got quite the shock. When Stacy delivered identical twins through C-section one came out black and the other,...
“Jerry, there is some bad in the best of people and some good in the worst of people. Look for the good!” ~George Chaky, my grandfather I was seven when he said that to me. It...
Bluey, the animated Aussie pup, has captured the hearts of families around the world. She has intrigued researchers, too.
Every parent wants their child to feel confident and capable, especially when it comes to school. While many focus on academic performance, developing the ability to manage...
England will join countries such as Germany, Canada, the United States, and Australia, which already include the jab in their routine vaccination programmes.
From royal museums to lakeside puppet shows, discover the best of Udaipur through your child’s curious eyes.
Dogs are more than pets—they are family members. They are there for big life events and the mundane days. For couple Ryan and Libbee, their wedding day would not have been...
From ages 7 to 14, children are ready to learn more structured lessons. This is also the time for them to inculcate important life skills, values, and social behavior. At this...
Cakes Body now covers up to $36K in child care for staff, an industry-leading move to retain talent and support working parents. The post Cakes Body’s $36K Child Care Credit...
Teaching kids about sustainability doesn’t have to be complicated. These five everyday activities are easy to try at home and gently introduce eco-friendly habits through play...
This is Logan. He loves trains, always has. And now, he’s one of the youngest licensed train drivers in the whole of the UK. For some children, the question “what do you want...
As a child, Shreyovi Mehta accompanied her parents, Kahini and Shivang, on many trips to national parks. She grew up immersed in wildlife, from the lush landscapes of Corbett...
This week marks Teacher Appreciation Week, and we can’t think of a better role model than this preschool teacher who spotted a developmental quirk in a little boy who was then...
Some of her best childhood memories were filled with revving engines, spinning tires, and cheering crowds while her brother drag-raced—but in those days there were no driving...
Dave Chappelle may be one of the most popular comedians in the world, but to his wife Elaine, he's just Dave.Chappelle had his big break with his Comedy Central Show Chappelle...
Sometimes it's generational, and sometimes it's just a bit of good old-fashioned authority rebellion, but getting kids to really "listen" to their parents in a way that creates...
BY THE OPTIMIST DAILY EDITORIAL TEAM Remember the flutter of excitement before the first day of school? The smell of new books, a carefully chosen outfit, and the sense that...
Two longtime English neighbors are celebrating their joint 101st birthday, born on the same day in 1924. Josie Church and Anne Wallace-Hadrill have lived side-by-side in Oxford...
Few people understand kids better than elementary school teachers. Not only do they spend all day with kids, but teachers get to know their students' parents pretty well, too....
Eshowe, KwaZulu-Natal – Twenty Volunteer Food Handlers came together at Eshowe High School in KwaZulu-Natal, for a training session The post Knorrox Boosts Nutrition in School...
Eshowe, KwaZulu-Natal – Twenty Volunteer Food Handlers came together at Eshowe High School in KwaZulu-Natal, for a training session The post Knorrox Boosts Nutrition in School...
Inspired by his experience as a new father, Harpreet Singh Grover, who goes by the name ‘The Curious Parent’ on social media, helps parents understand their children.
Bad Habits to Break Before 2025 While there’s no perfect day to start bettering yourself, the arrival of a new year often serves as a great time to reflect on our lives and...
There are a few types of people who always show up around the dining room table when the birthday cake arrives. There's the dutiful person who is nice enough to volunteer to...
From Italy comes a remarkable coincidence generations in the making—told with a little help from Airbnb. Between 1850 and 1950, around 3.5 million Italians immigrated to...
Getting to know someone and eventually falling in love with them is a magical feeling. Once in love, there is a need for us to keep falling in love and reminding your partner...
Let your kids explore the magic of wildlife from the comfort of your living room. These documentaries will captivate young minds and help them understand the natural world in...
Just 150 km from Bengaluru, Mysuru offers the perfect budget-friendly family getaway. From royal palaces and scenic hills to wildlife parks and bustling markets, this 3-day...
Hi, I celebrated my 28th birthday last week and am sharing 28 lessons I learned till my 28th birthday. I am not a life coach or guru or something, but I want to share what I...
Jessie's The Main Toy Now: Toy Story 5 Just Got Juicy as Pixar Announces. No— It's Not Just Another Sequel! Okay, Pixar. We see you. Just when we thought the toy chest was...
From football legend to fashion icon or business guru, David Beckham is the man many see as having it all. So, let's celebrate the former England captain marking his 50th...
Decades after the trend first emerged, people are still debating whether dog birthday parties are cool or "too extra." One woman on TikTok threw her tiny one-year-old puppy,...
Once upon a time, our only option for getting clothes clean was to get out a bucket of soapy water and start scrubbing. Nowadays, we use fancy machines that not only do the...
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