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Spending Leisure Time

  Written by: Isaac Omollo As children, we love doing things that make us happy. But what about you? What do you enjoy doing? What brings you joy?  It’s important for us to engage in activities that are both fun and productive, which is why we should embrace our hobbies. Hobbies are activities we enjoy […]

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Exploring Kenya with Children’s Voices Through Stories.

Written by: Isaac Omollo Have you ever read something and felt like you want to continue reading it without stopping? It may be a storybook, a novel or even a magazine. Have you ever thought of who writes some of these interesting books that always keep you wanting to read more and more? Well I […]

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Online Safety

Written by: Alice Njoki. As a kid growing up in a world filled with screens, I often think about how important it is to stay safe online. The internet is a fun place where I can play games, watch videos, and connect with friends, but it can also be a little scary sometimes. That’s why […]

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Eight Things Smart Children Do Differently

  Written by: Alice Njoki Is being smart all about having great grades? 🤔 Well, I don’t think so. As a kid, I’ve noticed that some of my friends seem to learn things faster and solve problems more easily. They have a special way of thinking and acting that makes them stand out. Here are […]

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Have You Ever Thought About How Diseases Like Diabetes and Asthma Affect Children’s Lives?

By Alice Njoki Do you know what non-communicable diseases are? Well, Non-communicable diseases, or NCDs, are illnesses that you can’t catch from other people like how you can catch a cold. They usually develop slowly and stay for a long time. These diseases usually happen because of how we take care of our bodies, such […]

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Is Technology Hurting Our Rights as Children?

By Shilla Lwangu Technology is a huge part of our lives now. We use it to learn, play games, watch videos and talk to our friends. While it helps us in many ways, it can also cause problems for us as children. It’s important to think about how technology might be affecting our rights, like […]

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Should Kids Take Anti-Obesity Medications?

By Alice Njoki. As a kid growing up in a world where childhood obesity is becoming a bigger concern, I often find myself wondering: should kids like me take anti-obesity medications like semaglutide? It’s a complicated question, and while these drugs seem to help some kids lose weight, there’s so much more to consider. Obesity […]

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The Power of Our Voices, Why Child Participation Matters.

As a child, I often feel like my opinions don’t matter. But I believe that when we as kids, are included in decision-making, amazing things can happen! Child participation is not just a buzzword; it’s a powerful way to express ourselves and make a real difference in our communities. Think about it, when we join […]

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The Secret to Being a Well-Behaved Kid

Hey there, fellow kids! If you’re anything like me, you probably get frustrated sometimes when your parents seem to be constantly nagging you about your behavior. Why do they always have to be so strict, right? But here’s the thing – I’ve realized that the “surprising secret” to being a well-behaved kid is actually pretty […]

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New Law Protects Children as Sierra Leone Says No to Child Marriage

Last month, Sierra Leone took a major step forward by passing a new law to stop child marriage. This law, called the Prohibition of Child Marriage Bill 2024, makes it illegal for anyone under 18 to get married. This is a big deal because child marriage has been a serious problem in Sierra Leone. In […]