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News on schools, education, childcare, children's health and child rights advocacy

You may remember every scene and piece of dialogue when rewatching an old movie but, somehow, that is exactly the point, say experts. Getty Images

Why we keep rewatching the same films when we need comfort most

WellbeingMay 15, 2026

This Pretty Planet is part-story, part-song and apt for musically inclined children

Five books to read to children under five, from Charlotte's Web to Narnia

BooksApril 26, 2026

Families act as a critical filter, shaping not only what is understood, but also how it is understood. Getty Images

Children are watching us, not the news

LifestyleApril 25, 2026

The Chakrabortty family hosted children in Dubai's Jumeirah Village Circle. Chris Whiteoak / The National

Parents open up Dubai homes as satellite nurseries during Iran war

UAEApril 15, 2026

With families spending more time at home, experts explain the power of upkeeping routines. Getty Images

How a routine can counter uncertainty and bring clarity to children and adults

LifestyleMarch 25, 2026

From indoor obstacle courses to colour-coded treasure hunts, there are plenty of screen-free ways to keep children of all ages entertained indoors. Getty Images

Ten fun indoor activities for kids when they’re stuck at home

Things to doMarch 20, 2026

Don't have your child hosted twice in a row for a playdate without reciprocation, unless you have a clear understanding with the other parent. Getty

Unspoken rules of the modern playdate, from planning to pick up

LifestyleMarch 19, 2026

Parents in the UAE are having difficult conversations with their children this week. Getty Images

How to talk to children about what's happening in the UAE

LifestyleMarch 01, 2026

Screen time and social media are part of daily life for millions of children now. Getty Images

Social media bans for teenagers are understandable but not future-proof

CommentFebruary 24, 2026

The Ranches Primary School in Dubai holds a souq-style campaign where pupils learn about the importance of giving. Ranches Primary School

From Ramadan tents to healthy meals: UAE's helping hand lifts spirits

UAEFebruary 19, 2026

The husband and wife team, who are from New Delhi, focus on different areas of the business. Photo: Supplied

‘We quit our jobs to start this business’

MoneyFebruary 13, 2026

Displaced Palestinian children attend class at a tent school in the Tal Al Hawa neighbourhood of Gaza city. EPA

School supplies boost Gaza aid as Palestinians wait for Rafah crossing to open

MENAJanuary 27, 2026

From a child’s perspective, resilience is not toughness or confidence. It is the belief that a mistake will not define them, that discomfort will pass and that trying again is safe. Getty

It's important to protect our children, but we also need to teach them resilience

CommentJanuary 15, 2026

If AI companions are to become part of our lives, they need stricter boundaries, parental or otherwise. Getty

Unchecked AI companions are not guardians, they are engagement machines

OpinionJanuary 01, 2026

The question of instituting robust protective measures to ensure children’s safe digital exploration is no longer up for debate. Getty

The UAE's digital safety law is a welcome step towards protecting minors

EditorialDecember 29, 2025

Born between 2010 and 2024, Gen Alpha is the first generation raised entirely on algorithms. Getty Images

Why is slang term 6-7 'word of the year'? Gen Alpha's viral dictionary decoded

Pop CultureDecember 13, 2025

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