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Top 25 Animal Stories for Kids with Moral Lessons
We learn through avenues available to us, one of the most accessible mediums of education is through stories. For centuries, tales told to children have been of fantasy and adventures; they are how we pass on our culture and tradition to our children. These tales often also help us educate our children by embedding morals in them.
25 Amazing Short Animal Stories For Kids
The knowledge we impart onto our children is one of the most important jobs we can have as parents. Sometimes using inanimate objects or animals in stories can help make these lessons fun and relatable to kids. It can be said that kids animal stories are filled with wisdom that can be articulated in a coherent and understandable way for us to impart our experiences onto our children.
Here are the best short stories about animals with lesson to help shape your children’s moral compass.
1. The Hare And The Tortoise
This classic story about a race between one of the fastest creatures on earth and one of the slowest has been a favourite for generations. This truly is a timeless tale that engages kids from the ages of 2-6
Moral:
Don’t underestimate a task, ensure you see it through without letting your ego swell up. Sometimes a slow pace and patience considered a better tool to face a challenge.
2. A Wolf In Sheep’s Clothing
A timeless tale of a wolf who used the flayed skin of a sheep to disguise itself and fool the other sheep into thinking it is one of their own. This story contains an important lesson that we all must learn at some point in our lives.
Moral:
Appearances can be deceptive. One must never take people or circumstances at face value. A little bit of precaution can go a long way in self-preservation.
3. The Three Little Pigs
A tale to illustrate the folly of pigs who do not listen to their mother and build houses that are unstable. It’s a story where you can add a lot of effect and have your little one enthralled by the suspense of the fate of the big bad wolf.
Moral:
The story teaches children that doing a job well is as important as getting the job done in the first place. Integrity and motivation of your actions go a long way.
4. The Crow and The Jug
A tale everyone grew up with. A telling of a crow and his thirst and his infallible attitude of never giving up. The crow uses his ingenuity and resourcefulness to solve his problem and fly away a happy bird.
Moral:
Do not give up at the first sign of adversity. Use what you have around you to solve any problem and achieve your goals and dreams.
5. Goldilocks and The Three Bears
The classic tale of a young girl who crosses the path of a bear family. The spoilt girl finally learns her lesson when the three bears are not taken in by her beauty and are upset at their home being used unannounced.
Moral:
Always think of the consequences of your actions on the people surrounding you especially when your actions directly affect them.
6. Sour Grapes
A tale of a hungry fox and the grapes he cannot reach. After trying a few times, he declares them to be sour anyway and gives up promptly. His hunger remains unsatisfied.
Moral:
Try till you succeed and do not be a sore loser. Accept defeat graciously and learn from your failures rather than trying to lay blame on other things,
7. Belling the Cat
The story of a family of mice and their fear of the cat ruling the house. A large discussion ensues on the possible solutions including a bell for the cat in order to receive warning of the cat’s approach.
Moral:
Talking about doing something might be well and good until the action has to be carried out. It might be unpleasant and hard though and recognizing the pitfalls of seemingly good ideas is important.
8. The Hound And The Rabbit
A story of a hound chasing a rabbit. The hound becomes tired and gives up the chase. Upon being mocked by a herd of goats, the hound explains that the rabbit ran faster because it was fighting for its life.
Moral:
The best incentives give the best results. Motivation is a key factor in any work being done.
9. The Ugly Duckling
A classic tale of a duckling who finds that all his brothers and sisters and even his friends are more beautiful than he is. Completely dejected, he leaves his family and cloisters himself in a secluded part of the lake. After he goes by a few visiting birds tell him that he has now grown into a beautiful swan.
Moral:
Everyone is beautiful just the way they are even if they do not meat the ideals set by the world around them.
10. Two Cats and A Monkey
This is the story of two cats who were arguing over a cake. A monkey sees them and offers to help by diving the cake equally. After he breaks it in half, he says that the pieces are not equal. He takes a bite out of the bigger piece. He then takes a bite out of the other piece since it is now the bigger one. He does this until all of the cake is gone.
Moral:
When we fight, others will benefit from us.
11. The Lion And The Mouse
The story of a lion who spares the life of a mouse after it promises the lion of helping the lion when it can. Soon enough, the lion gets trapped in a net put up by poachers. The tiny mouse sees the lion in distress and quickly chews away at the net and sets the lion free.
Moral:
You never know who can become a great friend so be kind to everyone. Everyone will then be kind to you.
12. The Country Mouse And The City Mouse
The city mouse visits his cousin in the country who feeds him a dish of beans and rice. The city mouse turns up his nose at the food and takes his cousin to the city for a meal of cake and ale. While they are eating, two dogs chase the mice who run for their lives.
Moral:
It is better to be happy with ordinary things that you can enjoy in peace than look for luxury that cannot be enjoyed.
13. The Monkey and The Crocodile
The story revolves around two friends – a monkey and a crocodile. The monkey used to give the crocodile an apple every day from the tree he lived on. The crocodile’s wife becomes greedy and asks for the monkey’s heart. The crocodile carries the monkey on its back to his wife. Once the monkey realizes what is happening, he tells the crocodile that his heart is on the tree and they must return to fetch it. Once they return, the monkey climbs onto the bank and runs away.
Moral:
Staying calm and thinking clearly even in stressful situations can help you immensely.
14. The Elephant And His Friends
Juno the elephant was lonely and tried to make friends with the other animals in the forest. But, the other animals refused to play with Juno because of his size. One day, all the animal were running away from Dera the tiger who was eating everyone he could find. Juno went and gave Dera a swift kick who immediately ran away. Juno was now everyone’s friend.
Moral:
Your inherent abilities are your best qualities and the reason for your success.
15. The Foolish Lion
A lion is hungry and goes in search of prey. He finds a cave whose inhabitant has gone out. He decides to lay in wait for the unsuspecting animal. The owner of the cave, a jackal, however suspects something is wrong when he arrives near the cave. The jackal asks the cave to reply to his calls. The foolish lion replies and the jackal escapes.
Moral:
In haste, we make foolish decisions. One should always be calm and think of all the options before acting out.
16. The Monkey and The Dolphin
A dolphin saves a monkey in a storm and they swim to an island. The dolphin asks the monkey if he knows the island. The monkey says that he does know the island, and that he is in fact the prince of the island. The dolphin leaves the monkey at the island and swims away and the monkey finds himself all alone on the deserted island.
Moral:
Boasting will not get you anywhere. Be careful of what you claim, you might actually have to behave accordingly.
17. The Clever Frog
In a pond was a large community of aquatic animals who all loved to play with each other. One day, two fishermen see the pond and the animals at play and talk about fishing at the pond but they leave as it was late. The frog tells everyone they must escape before the fishermen come back. However, everyone is sure of their ability to escape and decide to stay. The fishermen come the next day with strong nets and catch everyone except the frog who had left the pond.
Moral:
It is better to err on the right side of caution. Assessing risks is a vital part of life.
18. Two Goats
There was a small creek over which was a fallen tree. A goat decides to cross the creek by walking over the tree. However, from the other side, another goat had the same idea and was crossing too. The fallen tree was not wide enough for them to pass each other, and they were too proud and stubborn to let the other one go. They readied their horns and charged at each other over and over with much force. Soon, the tree broke and both goats fell into the creek.
Moral:
Being stubborn will not take you far. If you value your pride over everything else, you will suffer.
19. Friendship
This is the story of a dog Pepsi who wouldn’t play with the street dogs because he thought they were too dirty. One day, two thieves entered his house while his master was out and tried to push him into a sack. He cried for help and suddenly the dogs who lived on his street came and bit the thieves who dropped the sack with Pepsi and ran away. Pepsi learned his lesson and became friends with the dogs on his street
Moral:
One must never discriminate against others based on their status or the things they own. Friendships are important.
20. The Roaring Lion
Sheru the lion liked to scare everyone by roaring as loud as he could with no warning. Soon, everyone in the forest became miserable with his roaring and stopped playing with him. One day he convinced Rinku to play catch with him. As the game got more intense, Rinku passed the ball hard just as Sheru began to roar. The ball got stuck in his throat and the entire forest had to help him remove it. Sheru swore never to roar unnecessarily again.
Moral:
One must not annoy the people around them just because it entertains us.
21. The Lazy Donkey
Mamboo was a lazy donkey and would always try to get out of the work his master the washerman gave him. One day, he ran away from the house just as the washerman started to look for him. As he slept in the farm, a huge dust storm began. Afraid, Mamboo decided to go home. He was also afraid that the washerman would give him a beating. But the washerman was just happy that Mamboo was safe. Mamboo was ashamed of himself and decided to never be lazy again.
Moral:
You must always do your work with sincerity.
22. The Evil Snake
An evil snake would steal the eggs of a crow couple when they would go out to hunt. Worried and heartbroken they asked the fox to help them. The fox told them to steal the princess’s chain when she came to bathe in the river. Sure enough, the crows stole the necklace and flew to the snake’s hole and threw the necklace in it. The princess’s guards dug into the hoe to retrieve the necklace when the snake appeared angry at the disturbance. The guards killed the snake and took away the necklace.
Moral:
Anyone who does evil will have a similar fate lying in wait for them.
23. The Mouse and The Saint
A mouse was chased into a saint’s house by a cat. Seeing his plight, the saint changed the mouse into a dog. A few days later the dog ran into the saint’s house as he was being chased by a lion. Seeing this, the saint changed the dog into a lion. The lion went to the jungle and defeated the other lion and ruled the jungle A few days later he went to the saint’s house so that he could gobble him up. The saint immediately changed the lion back into a mouse and told him to never come back.
Moral:
Do not bite the hand that feeds you.
24. The Goat
Asha was going out and instructed her maid to close the door if she was going to do any work outside. After a while the maid went out without closing the door. A goat entered the house and ran into Asha’s bedroom. He saw another goat in the mirror and charged at it and destroyed the mirror. Asha came home to see the destroyed mirror and fired her maid immediately.
Moral:
Doing your duty is of utmost importance.
25. The Cow’s Bell
Nasir was looking after his father’s cows who had a beautiful bell each. One day, a stranger came by and offered to buy the most beautiful cow’s bell for a large price Nasir agreed and sold the bell, but he could no longer tell where the cow went. The stranger waited for Nasir to lose the cow and then stole it. Nasir went home crying where his father was displeased with him.
Moral:
We must never let greed cloud our thinking.
Moral stories are a key component in a child’s life because it helps them build a strong moral character and instills virtues in them. It is said that a child’s mind is highly impressionable and whatever values you inculcate in them in their childhood stay forever. Reading moral stories also enhances verbal proficiency and encourages creativity. Get your hands on the activity box for kids which contain classic moral stories and impart good values to your kids through fun tales.
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The Effects of Social Media on Family and Marriage
Technology does have its pros, but nobody can deny that the cons that come with it are starting to become a major problem. Especially when it comes to the internet, from parents to kids, everyone has multiple social media accounts which keeps them engaged for long periods of time. People post almost anything on their accounts, from pictures of events to minute things like telling their friends and followers that they just got their nails done.
Impact of Social Media on Family Relationships
There are many types of relationships that people develop over time, and the most important by far is the 'family relationship', of course. It is here that the impact of social media can be seen the most. Earlier, families would bond over face-to-face conversations that would be had with one another when everybody was done with their day's work and were at home, unwinding. These days, families barely greet one another, and everyone is engrossed in their own news posts on their own social media accounts. Watching videos, reacting to posts online and responding to friends seems to have become more important than even saying hello to one another. Below we discuss some further effects that social media has on family relationships.
1. Positive Impact
Here are some ways that social media can positively impact family relationships:
One of the most positive effects of social media on marriage is that couples who spend a lot of time away from each other can keep in touch with each other and feel closer to the other despite the distance.
Couples are better able to get to know their other friends and social circles since social media feeds make it easier to see what a person gets up to and the things they like doing. It often makes them feel closer to each other despite having become friends only recently.
As the case often is, children grow up, go to college and start their own lives. In cases like this, it is easier for parents to keep in touch with their children through the help of social media. With the ability to video chat and share pictures and so on, families who live away from one another are able to close that distance, even if only through cyberspace.
With the ability to share locations and tag people, families can often share locations of favourite restaurants, family moments and outings and generally have a place to keep all their happy and fond memories.
If both parents and children have seen the same posts on their social media, they can have conversations about it and can bond over other things they may share or enjoy on social media such as favourite pages that cater to certain hobbies like crafts, cooking, and others.
Brings about a sense of security since everyone knows that they can get in touch with different people at any time if they need to.
Families who have been through a divorce may find social media useful. Children can keep in touch with the parent they do not live with better if they are able to communicate with them on social media. The parents too will not feel as though they are missing out since they will be able to see posts on social media and learn about their child. They'll be able to interact more with the child, apart from their scheduled visits.
2. Negative Impact
Here are some ways that social media negatively impacts family relationships:
Social media has the ability to become very addictive. Most people find it has become a compulsion for them to check their phones every few minutes to see if they have any new notifications. In fact, the addiction is so real and so strong that it has been found that people experience the same kind of withdrawal symptoms as a drug addict if they are unable to check their social media.
The compulsive checking of social media has made face-to-face communication very difficult. Family members may communicate with each other online or on social media rather than talk to each other. A husband and wife may spend time next to each other, but their minds are engrossed in their own social entertainment as they scroll through their individual feeds. This is one of the negative effects of social media on marriage in its earliest stages.
As people tend to only post the best parts of their lives on social media, it can be very easy to imagine that that is what their lives are always like. This can sometimes lead to making families or couples very unhappy with their own lives and situations.
One of the saddest realities of social media is that it gives those with the tendency to be unfaithful another platform to put into practice this negative trait. They may be nurturing other relationships on the side that their partner may have no idea about. Before, changes in behaviour may have been an indication that something is wrong, but since the normal behaviour for people these days is to sit on their phones all the time, nothing seems amiss.
Studies have shown that there is a link between depression and increased social media usage, and adolescents are most likely to become affected by it, which in turn, affects their family relationships.
Tips to Maintain a Healthy Balance Between Social Networking and Family Relationships
Here are some ways to maintain a healthy balance and reduce the negative effects of social media on family communication:
For married couples, the best way to make sure that social media does not cause any negative effects in your relationship is if you have an open social media relationship with your partner. This means sharing passwords and never sharing, liking or reacting to anything that you know your partner would disapprove of.
Limit the things that you share on social media. Families often like what happens in the privacy of their homes to stay there, and oversharing can sometimes cause friction between two or more family members.
Don’t compare your family members or way of life to that of anyone that you see online. Most often, social media accounts do not share the whole story, and you'll have no idea what is going on behind the scenes of certain pictures and videos. Your family members will not appreciate being made to feel like they are not good enough.
When you do share things on social media, make sure that you share things that are fun, pleasant and share them with your family members as a way of remembering good times. Giving them a shout out will also make them feel loved since most social communication between people happens online; and so, it is a public way of showing affection.
Since social media is not only used as a social platform but is also being used to market ideas and products and share other ideas, it can be difficult to distance yourself from it. But the best thing that you can do is to learn to limit the amount of time that you spend on social media and make time to spend with the people who are physically present in front of us.
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Milk For Kids - Reasons, Types & Benefits
Breast milk is the first food your baby is going to consume. It contains nutrients, antibodies and various other factors that help in their mental and physical development. However, they will be weaned off sooner or later, and begin eating solid foods. Is it important for children to drink milk? Do they still need milk at this point? Read on to find out the benefits of milk and why it is vital that your growing child has it in their diet.
Why Should Children Drink Milk?
Do kids need to drink milk? For the first twelve months of their lives, it is imperative your child only be nursed, so they gain the most from breastmilk. But there is no need to stop giving them other forms of milk just because they can eat solid food. Children who drink milk avail of a whole range of essential nutrients. For example, fats and carbohydrates in milk provide energy, protein is critical for growth, calcium and phosphorus support bone and teeth development, vitamins help fight infections, and so on. However, it pays to be cautious due to the abundance of lactose, a milk sugar which causes diarrhoea and bloating as most people are unable to digest large quantities of it. Whatever the negatives, it is a scientific fact that children who grow up with milk in their diet are healthier than those who don’t drink milk while growing up.
How Much Milk Should Kids Drink?
Babies younger than twelve months should avoid animal milk at all costs, but after this milestone, they can be introduced to whole fat cow’s milk, as the fat is essential in neural development. Once your baby is two years of age, the real question arises: How much milk should you give your child?
2 to 3 Years
Toddlers at this age should not be given more than two cups of milk per day. This is because excessive milk drinking could fill your child up, making them reject other essential foods like fruits and vegetables.
4 to 8 Years
Four to eight-year-olds are restricted to a maximum of four cups per day, as too much might make them gassy. Another problem to consider is diarrhoea from milk consumption, as most people tend to be mildly lactose intolerant.
Type of Milk You Should Give Your Kids
There are multiple varieties of milk available for you to choose from. Some of them are:
Ultra high Temperature Pasteurised Milk
Also known as extended shelf life or long-lasting milk, it is quite safe for your child. The fancy name just implies that they have been sterilised in such a way that they take longer to expire. But be aware that once you open the milk packet or carton, they can spoil as fast as regular milk.
Rice Milk
This milk is extracted from rice grains and can be fed to your child occasionally. However, don’t make a habit of feeding them rice milk regularly as it does not have enough fats or protein to sustain your child.
Soy Milk
Soy milk is extracted from soybeans and is a great vegan alternative to cow’s milk. Make sure to give only full-fat milk that has been supplemented with calcium.
Goat Milk Or Sheep Milk
Consisting of a profile similar to that of a cow, they are quite suitable for children over a year old. However, you might want to consider supplementing your child with foods fortified with Vitamin B9, which is lacking in goat and sheep milk.
Nutritional Information On Milk
Is milk good for kids? Milk is considered as whole food as it is chock full of nutrients necessary for your growing child, such as:
Phosphorus, which is essential in maintaining bone strength, providing energy for metabolic reactions, as well as plays a role in digestion, excretion and brain functions.
Vitamin D, or the sunshine vitamin, improves bone density. It is also important for efficient blood circulation.
Vitamin A helps in vision development, maintains good skin as well as strengthens the body against infections.
Vitamin B2 helps convert complex foods into glucose, which can be easily broken down to provide energy.
Cyanocobalamin is used in the production of the myelin sheath, which is important in neuronal development. It is also essential in the production of red blood cells.
Niacin helps lower cholesterol levels and also prevents conditions like arthritis by improving joint mobility.
Calcium is an essential mineral used to build teeth and bones. It is required for the proper functioning of the circulatory system and the nervous system. It is also required in the brain, muscle and cardiovascular functioning.
Amazing Benefits Of Milk
There are several benefits of milk for kids. A few of them are:
Complete Nutritional Profile
Milk consists of carbohydrates and fats for energy, proteins for development and repair, as well as several vitamins and minerals that are essential in your child’s diet.
Bone And Teeth Development
The presence of calcium, phosphorus and vitamin D in milk supports the healthy development of bones and teeth in children. Calcium and phosphorus are crucial in forming enamel, the coating on the teeth that protect them from wear as well as acids present in food. Also, a milk protein known as casein can coat the enamel, preventing loss of the deposited calcium and phosphorus. All three nutrients are helpful in preventing diseases such as rickets, osteoporosis and osteomalacia, which occur due to brittle or weak bones.
Maintaining Blood Pressure
Potassium, magnesium and calcium are the minerals in milk that are known to reduce blood pressure levels. Milk also contains special proteins known as bioactive peptides that reduce hypertension. Ensure your child’s diet too has low salt levels to avoid high blood pressure.
Hydration
Milk is 87% water, and a smart method of ensuring your child stays hydrated for the entire day, especially after physical activities or exercise.
Improves Cardiovascular Health
Minerals like magnesium and potassium behave as vasodilators which enhance the flow of blood towards the organs. It also reduces the chances of diseases like atherosclerosis and other heart conditions. The calcium in milk also improves blood clotting as well as the functioning of blood cells.
Diabetes and Obesity Prevention
Vitamins and minerals in milk keep your child’s metabolism running efficiently, thereby allowing their bodies to control the breakdown of sugars. This reduces the likelihood of diabetes as well as obesity.
Immunity Boosting
Research has shown that regular consumption of milk reduces the risks of developing colon cancer and heart disease. Antioxidants like selenium, zinc and Vitamin E promote your child’s immunity, allowing them to ward off infections. Nutrients such as omega-3 fatty acids can control inflammation.
Which Is the Best Type of Milk for Kids?
The type of milk you drink depends on your age. Babies younger than a year should be fed breastmilk, although dairy products like cheese and yoghurt can be introduced after six months. Post 1 year of age, whole milk should be good for a growing baby. Consult your family doctor if you have any hereditary heart problems. Once your baby turns 2, whole milk or non-fatty milk can be considered as both have similar amounts of protein, vitamins and minerals.
Ways to Have Milk in Your Child's Diet
Children and milk don’t usually get along because of its bland flavour. Here are some specific ways to introduce dairy into their diet:
Breakfast Cereals
Milk can be mixed in with fortified cereals or oatmeal, which are usually flavoured. Milk can be either hot or cold, depending on your child’s preference but ensure its intake before it turns soggy. You can add a bunch of nuts and raisins for that extra nutritional punch and make it taste better.
Add Milk to Dishes
You can replace the cheese or cream used to make pasta sauce with milk for a unique but delicious flavour. Milk can also be added to dishes like scrambled eggs. Add some extra dairy like butter if you feel it’s necessary. Don’t forget to include a variety of vegetables in your pasta.
Iced Milk
You can also make iced milk for your child. Combine milk with fruits, sugar, flavouring agents like vanilla and pineapple, beat them together till they are frothy and leave the concoction to chill in the refrigerator.
Flavoured Milk
You can mix in a variety of flavours to improve the taste of milk. Most kids prefer chocolate, but you can try out the cinnamon, strawberries, ginger, pistachio, bananas, vanilla, cardamom, turmeric, honey and so on.
Delicious Smoothies
Milk can be made into smoothies by adding fruits, nuts, ice cream, yoghurt, cream or anything tasty you can think of.
Dunking
Instead of forcing your child to drink, give them milk they can dunk snacks into, such as cookies or biscuits.
Coloured Milk
Your child might not want to drink milk due to its dull colour. Jazz up your preparation by adding a few drops of food colour. You can even add multiple colours to make a vibrant drink.
It is difficult for most parents to convince their children to drink milk, so these tips should be able to help you out. Milk is very healthy food, but it is only a supplement to solid foods, not a replacement. Make sure your child gets a variety of foods in their diet, such as whole grains, cereals, fish, lean meats, leafy greens, vegetables, and fresh fruit. Also, if you want non-dairy milk for your child, almond milk and rice milk are good options, but they do not have the rich nutrient content of cow’s milk, which cannot be replaced by these plant milk.
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The festive season is here and so is the aesthetic fashion. Check out the edgy ways to look fashionable in navratri festival without shelling out extra money. Whether it's clothes, make-up, or hairstyle, stay on-trend for the dandiya nights and the daytime puja pandals.
When it's the festive time, you definitely want to look your ethnic best. The nine day occasion of Navratri lets you flaunt your style sensibilities in the most conventional way. It is more than worshipping the divine! It's an opportunity to wear vibrant colours, have unending fun, and most of all enjoy the dance nights.
Style Tips and Ways to Look Fashionable in Navratri Festival
1. Embrace Colours That Are Vibrant
Festivals are meant to be cheerful and so is your attire. Get yourself some bright colours, especially when it's the ghagra-choli. And you're not that far away from nailing the Deepika Padukone look from "Ram Leela". Neon shades and pastel hues will let you style edgy and will lend you a refreshing new look. If you opt for a plain and simple outfit, get a dupatta that's colourful, fancy, and glitzy.
2. Shower Some Sparkles
While heavy embellished outfit may not be comfortable, but traditional dresses for Navratri do need the punch of glitter and sparkle. Light embroidery will not take away the grace from your favourite saree. Mirror detailing on the swirling lehengas will make for a killer appeal. Elaborate, beautiful embroidery, colourful beads, pearls, and gota work will add more glamour. Try dyeing effects like bandhni- they look fab!
3. Adore lehenga-Sarees for a Chic Look
Make your dandiya dressing the talk of the town, while keeping the ethnic flavour intact. The ready-to-wear lehenga saree is the call of the hour, making it the perfect ensemble for dandiya nights. Broad zari edging and floral motifs with gota work will make for an ultra-stylish lehenga. Try the different variations in blouse with chic neck designs and rich embroidery on the sleeves.
4. Gujarati-Styled Ensemble for a Desi Look
When it comes to the groovy dance moves of garba and dandiya, nothing compliments this form more than the traditional chaniya-choli ensemble. Backless cholis with attractive designs and colourful strings are in rage. Dhoti-kurta styled ensemble will score highest on scales of both chic and elegant. So, get ready to hit the dance floor looking more graceful and dramatically gorgeous! Give your Gujarati dandiya dresses a fashionable spin by fusing Indian and Western elements.
5. Fusion of Accessories and Some Fun Additions
Whether it's the traditional dresses for garba or dandiya, right accessories can finish your look to perfection. Ethnic jhumkas, stack of silver or colourful bangles, kamarbandh, maang tikkas, and broad anklets will definitely bring you under the spotlight. Potlibag can be your new practical accessory as it will keep your essentials safe while you rock the dance floor. Be careful with those sexy heels! Or try traditional jutis.
Along with these Navratri dressing tips, it's important to get the right hairdo and make-up. Keep the make-up light, while you may play up your eyes. Vintage curls, neat bun, or fish-tail braid are the perfect hairstyles. While you would want to look fashionable and trendy, wear dresses that are comfortable and make you feel lighter. Have a glorious festive season! Read more
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While we often attempt to spruce up our bedroom decor, we do not give much thought to styling our bedside table. A few books and the phone are all that lazily attempt to break the monotony. However, styling the nightstand can do wonders for your bedroom. Why not try some of these creative bedside table ideas and take your bedside companion from blah to wow?
What does your bedside table look like? Is it weighed down by books that you’ve been thinking of reading but never get around to? Or does it hold the remnants of last night's snack? If you’re not happy with the way it looks, some bedside table decor can transform things in a blink.
Unusual Bedside Table Ideas
1. Bling it out
A creative bedside table idea is to decorate it with trinkets. Instead of packing away your jewellery, why not show it off? You can place them on small dishes and bowls among your books and table lamp. If you don’t want to display precious jewellery, pick a few of your favourite fashion jewellery. A couple of fancy cuff bracelets, earrings and rings will lend your nightstand a unique look.
2. cented accents
Aromatherapy is a great way to relax and invigorate the senses but if you don’t have time to visit a fancy spa, you can create your very own fragrant space on your nightstand. Just place a few seasonal flowers in a short vase and a scented candle. Light the candle whenever you’re feeling tired and need a breather from housework. You can also place a glass bowl of pot pourri to add to the aroma.
3. Cover it up
Use a beautiful table cloth to cover your side table. Maybe there’s a gorgeous lace table cloth that your mom handed down to you. Or maybe your daughter gifted you a few pretty doilies with scalloped edges. Just place your pick on the nightstand for an instant transformation.
4. Blossoming beauty
One of the best side table ideas is to place a vase full of beautiful flowers. The bright colours and fragrant aroma will refresh you after a tiring day and give your bedroom a pretty touch. If fresh flowers are difficult to get, you can always buy dried flowers that last longer and look gorgeous. Experiment with different types of flowers for a novel look every day.
5. A personal touch
Give a personal feel to your bedside table with several of your favourite family pictures. Place them in stylish photo frames of different heights and shapes. You can also ask your little ones to help you make them out of cardboard, paint and pretty beads. It’s a project they’ll love to do especially if you reward them with an ice cream each at the corner shop!
6. Colour-coordinate
An easy DIY bedside table idea is to mix and match the colours of everything you want to place. If you’re a cool colour type of woman, you’ll love deep green, blue, lavender and purple. If you love warm tones, yellow, orange, and red will appeal to your senses. Go for complementary colours like a yellow bedside lamp, a light purple alarm clock, and orange flowers.
7. Balancing act
One of the best side table ideas is to create a balance by placing articles of different heights and sizes. You could place a couple of books, a photo frame of you, hubby and your children, and a stylish bedside lamp. Or, you could use book ends to hold several of your favourite books together, add a tall figurine and one or two shorter ones.
These nightstand styling ideas will transform the small table by your bedside instantly. Be open to experimenting with different ideas till you get the perfect look for your bedside table. You can even ask your little ones for their opinions. Children are packed with surprisingly great ideas and what could be better than watching them hard at work and away from trouble?. Read more
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Intellectual Health of a Kid - How to Feed Positive Thoughts?
All kids are different and unique – some have good social and communication skills from childhood while some don’t. Some kids are fit, active, smart, intelligent, and their body language says it all. They are punctual, disciplined and mature than other kids of their age. They are responsible, and you can often find them helping others. Such kids are real blessings for their parents. It is the parents’ responsibility to raise such kids positively and add to their goodness and maturity. Yes, such parents need to take special care of their kids, and this responsibility is huge.
Here we discuss a few ways parents can help their kids rise and shine and feed positivity in them.
1) Avoid over-parenting: Yes, you heard it right! Kids always behave according to their age. See and notice how they behave in a particular situation. It is best not to interfere or hinder them in everything they do.
2) Let them enjoy their childhood: Childhood is bliss; kids are innocent. It is best not to expect them to behave like adults. It will help if you allow them to grow at their own pace.
3) Focus on learning more than grades: Let them learn the way they find suitable. Let them fall, learn, and rise in life. It is good to be a spectator in some conditions.
4) Motivation helps: Reward the kids if they do something good. It is not a bribe; rather a form of motivation that helps the kids learn more from their failures.
5) Try to nurture them positively: Don’t teach the little ones worldly wisdom and politics. Let them fall and get up. Let them learn from their mistakes.
The emotional grooming of a kid is a must. Try to channelize their energy in a good direction and redirect their emotions in a more balanced way. Kids are the reflection of their parents – they do whatever they see at home which is their very first school.
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