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How My 5-YO Learnt More About Goa’s Heritage in One Afternoon Than I Did in Years

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The Better India

Leila Badyari

Why Ruskin Bond Belongs on Your Child’s Bookshelf (and in Their Heart)

When a mother replaces TV time with a Ruskin Bond bedtime story, something shifts. Her daughter listens, slows down, and asks to plant a tree. In a...

19.05.2025 20

The Better India

Leila Badyari

How to Help Your Kids Tell Real News from Fake — Step-by-Step Guide for Everyday Conversations

Today's kids grow up in a world overflowing with information. This guide helps you walk alongside them, teaching them to pause, ask questions, and...

13.05.2025 9

The Better India

Leila Badyari

In the Wake of Tragedy, Kashmiri Taxi Drivers Stand Strong & Offer Free Rides to Tourists

In the aftermath of the Pahalgam attack, Kashmiri taxi drivers exemplified humanity by offering free rides and guiding tourists to safety. Their acts...

24.04.2025 5

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Leila Badyari

Want to Raise a Little Nature Lover? Start With These 10 Thoughtful Gifts (That Aren’t Toys!)

In a world buzzing with screens and toys, these 10 thoughtful gifts help kids slow down and fall in love with nature. From planting seeds to spotting...

19.04.2025 9

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Leila Badyari

We Asked Parents: “What’s One 90s Summer Memory You’re Recreating With Your Kids Today?”

Summer in the 90s was about simplicity, sunshine, and screen-free joy. Now, a new generation of parents is reviving those memories with their kids —...

12.04.2025 5

The Better India

Leila Badyari