Parenting
Rebuilding Egypt's education
25 Feb 2011
In the realm of post-revolution rebuilding, much attention has been directed to the means of establishing a comprehensive framework for improving Egypt’s education system.
Education has long been considered one of the country's...
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Parenting during a revolution
18 Feb 2011
Despite of the state of worry that parents have passed through during the 18-day protests, some say their sense of loyalty and patriotism made them allow their children to join protests.
“Youth’s participation in such...
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Children's corner: Mid-year vacation in Cairo
21 Jan 2011
Mid-year vacation is approaching, so if you haven't planned to take your family to a Red Sea resort city, here are some parks where you can spend a fun-filled day with your children.
Al-Azhar Park:
Al-Azhar Park is on top of a...
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Children's corner: A spoon of honey
14 Jan 2011
Among many families in Cairo, a spoon of honey is a suggested remedy for almost everything. It is offered to children before school for energy and around exam time for a brain boost and doled out by the spoonful to children in the winter....
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Children's corner: An age-by-age guide to behavior
08 Jan 2011
Raising children has never been easy. Parents prepare their children to face life's challenges, but along the way they have to learn how to set the appropriate rules for each childhood stage as well. Azza Karim, who is a professor...
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Women Entrepreneurs in Action: The Little Shop
03 Jan 2011
The Little Shop first opened its doors to the public last February as a hub for mommy, baby and toddler products. The cozy Zamalek outlet offers an array of convenient commodities for little ones and their mothers.
“We make sure to...
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Children's corner: New Year family resolutions
31 Dec 2010
What are New Year’s resolutions but a set of goals with a hope to better life and motivate yourself to achieve them. One of the greatest things you can teach your child is willpower and the ability to set goals and how to achieve...
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Children’s Corner: Christmas festivities
24 Dec 2010
You don’t have to be Christian or Catholic for that matter to enjoy this weekend’s festivities. Although you may not need to find an excuse to buy your children more presents, this Christmas can be a time for making...
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Children's corner: A hidden-away bastion of Egypt's agricultural heritage
24 Dec 2010
In terms of the urbanization of Cairo, and the installation of concrete on agricultural land around the city, the trends are in only one direction. Everywhere, like in Mansoureya, farm land is being paved over and shabby high-rise blocks...
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Children's corner: Waiting games
17 Dec 2010
Waiting with a child can be a nightmare. Whether you’re in line at the supermarket or on a four-hour layover at the airport, it’s important to be prepared for the restlessness that comes with waiting, which...
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