Valuable investment

Your well-written cover story ‘Summer: Season to Prepare Children for Seismic Change/New Habitats’ (PW May) provided some excellent suggestions on how to utilise the summer holidays to equip children with skills and mindset needed to navigate change in their lives.

I especially liked its impactful message that future readiness is not solely about academic achievement. It is about enabling children to adapt confidently to change, embrace new environments, and develop deeper connection with nature, while cultivating flexibility, awareness and lifelong learning skills essential for personal growth and success. The article also serves as a timely reminder that nurturing environmentally conscious, adaptable and responsible children is one of the most valuable investments we can make in the next generation.

Susan Thomas

Chennai

Insightful advice

Your Special Essay feature, ‘6 Ways to Talk to Your Teens About Sex Without the Cringe’ (PW May), was timely and insightful, especially for parents of teenagers like me. The article demystifies a subject that many parents find difficult to discuss and addresses it with sensitivity, wisdom and clarity.

When we were growing up, conversations about sex were taboo and rarely encouraged. As a result, many parents today feel ill-equipped to discuss the subject openly and confidently with their children. The authors effectively challenge long-standing misconceptions and emphasise that conversations about sex should not be a one-time talk, but an ongoing dialogue built on trust, empathy and understanding.

Thank you for the practical, reassuring and non-judgmental advice.

Koel Malik

Bengaluru

Useful guide

The fitness apps shortlist in your Resources column (PW May) is a useful guide for parents to incorporate physical activity habits in children’s daily lives.

Rather than focusing solely on exercise, it highlights how fitness apps motivate users, track progress, improve consistency, and make physical activity more engaging. I look forward to more informative parent resources in future issues of ParentsWorld.

Daksha Malla

Bengaluru

Critically important micronutrients

Your Health & Nutrition article ‘5 Micronutrients Your Child Needs’ (PW May) is a must-read for parents committed to nurturing healthy children. It serves as a valuable reminder that while carbohydrates, proteins and fats are important, micronutrients are equally important for children’s optimal physical and mental development.

The article does an excellent job of explaining the role of micronutrients such as iron and magnesium in ensuring overall health and well-being and the consequences of their deficiency in simple, easy-to-understand language. In an age when processed foods are increasingly replacing wholesome home-cooked meals, it highlights the importance of providing children a balanced and nutrient-rich diet.

Aparna Gogate

Pune

Fascinating travelogue

Yet again, your Leisure & Travel column (PW May) didn’t disappoint. ‘Egypt: Land of Timeless Wonders’ is a fascinating travelogue that immerses readers in the grandeur of one of the world’s most ancient and remarkable civilizations.

Anil Thakore seamlessly weaves history, culture, architecture, and geography to present a compelling portrait of Egypt — a nation celebrated for its ancient monuments, rich heritage, and stunning landscapes.

Shivraj Mathur

Delhi

Overlooked skill

Your Middle Years feature ‘Developing Children’s Listening skills’ (PW May) offers an insightful perspective of a skill often overlooked in contemporary education and parenting.

By highlighting how digital distractions and shortened attention spans are affecting children’s ability to listen actively, author Cynthia John draws attention to a challenge faced by families and educators worldwide.

Nandita Pandit

Jammu