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This parent Q&A page helps you guide home learning about the Ukraine War. With 20 age-appropriate questions and answers, it covers why the war began, who’s involved, what children need to understand, and how the topic links to geography, politics, and global peace. It also encourages critical thinking and curiosity at home.
This structured and parent-friendly lesson plan explores the Ukraine War from start to present. It covers causes, consequences, and global effects, using plain language, easy steps, and child-friendly questions. Designed for home learners aged 8–16, it builds knowledge and critical thinking about one of today’s most important world events.
The UK Supreme Court recently decided that when laws talk about “women,” they’re referring to biological females rather than gender identity. This ruling affects how spaces like sports teams, changing rooms, and support services work. While transgender people still have protection under anti-discrimination laws, the ruling changes how different needs are balanced. This child-friendly guide explains the decision in simple terms, provides key definitions, and presents different viewpoints to help young people understand this complex topic.
What are conspiracy theories, and why do so many people believe in them? This article uncovers the psychology, danger, and curiosity behind secret plots, wild ideas, and the truth that lies underneath. Learn how to think critically, ask questions, and spot the signs of misinformation in a world full of rumours.
