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Opinion 6 years ago
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Why we need to focus on physical education
It is on the sports field, namely, that our children’s characters may evolve into more solid qualities. It is through playing sports that they learn to collaborate, to communicate, to respectfully compete, to perform under pressure, to deal with failure and success emotionally and to persevere in the face of adversity.
National 6 years ago
Child rights activist suggests cutting school week to three days
The head of the Indonesian Child Protection Agency has suggested that the government cut down the school week to three days from the common five to six days to allow students to explore their potential outside of the academic field.
Parents 6 years ago
Kids may need more help finding answers to their questions in the information age
One study found that kids between three and five years old ask an astounding average of 76 questions per hour. This rapid-fire search for information is important for kids’ learning. Their inquisitiveness gives them access to knowledge that others can share.
Opinion 6 years ago
Insight: A national imperative: Lowering child mortality rate in Indonesia
Indonesia has seen remarkable health improvements over the past three decades, especially in the areas of prevention and treatment of childhood diseases. But it is imperative that we now work to close remaining gaps in health inequity to help ensure that all babies born today can live well past 2024 and grow into healthy and productive adults.
City 7 years ago
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The good, the expensive and the free facilities for children: Urban parents' problems
Those who have the resources can select one of the many classes provided by private child education centers. But for many other parents, their options are limited to entertainment or facilities in public spaces.
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