I’ve always believed that simple toys and a simple environment make brighter kids. Simple toys, such as blocks, balls, crayons etc, have sustained themselves through the years for one very important reason – because they work. The more a toy does, the less a child does – both physically and mentally. Simple toys are kid-powered rather than battery operated,…
Can you believe, this place is only 3 miles away from the Bristol city centre? Snuff Mills is a beautiful and historic section of the Frome Valley, a perfect place to enjoy the tranquillity and natural surroundings. This place is great for hot summer days as it provides a shade and you can have a splash…
In the first part of Commercialised Childhood, I talked about kids as consumers in general. Today I want to talk about another very important childhood factor – The Play. The play is an essential element in children’s development – according to psychologists, it is as important as food and sleep. However, the play has changed dramatically and once again,…
Today childhood is extremely commercialised as the market for children’s products such as toys and food is enormous. Parents have a difficult time raising children the way they want to because kids are being increasingly influenced by commercialism that often goes against what parents are trying to do. The mass media affect children’s lives through…
Today I am sharing my thoughts on a book which really impressed me. Don’t get deceived by the book title “Toxic Childhood. How the modern world is damaging our children and what we can do about it” – this book is definitely not an invitation to raise kids in old style! The author is analysing modern issues…