Not one, not two, but twelve towers of ivory were burned in Kenya last April 30, 2016. The burning covered the Nairobi National Park in a thick smoke. The event is historic.

It is easy to take education for granted, especially if you’ve lived in a country where it is allowed and available for most. But certain events in other places of the world can make one realize just how valuable and significant education is. This is how the story of the Chibok girls have impacted the world.

I spent the past 10 days with my 9-year-old niece. Although it meant 4 to 5 hour sleeps, more ice cream and milkshake than usual, and running around in my toe-peep sandals, I can honestly say that it was one of the most wonderful 10 days of my life. I can say that simply because I was reminded of some really important things through her. I want to share with you the top 5 most valuable ones:

Where do we begin teaching kids manners? It seems like such an intimidating task for parents but as Annie Young, an American politician and author pointed out, it really isn’t as difficult as it seems. It all starts with an idea that becomes a habit.

Many child psychologists are now emphasizing the significance of playtime in the process of teaching and learning for kids. As such, some schools are adjusting their programs to better fit the learning needs of children.