The ultimate talent show
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American Juniors, a kid's version of the popular American Idol aims to put together a five-person singing group of children who after the finale will rehearse together and cut a CD. The details of auditions and reasons behind American Juniors becoming a national phenomenon are outlined. Care is taken to make sure that the kids are not dejected by failure, which actually propels them for healthy development as it teaches them to win and lose gracefully.
Publication Name: Child
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0894-7988
Year: 2003
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Why are kids so angry?
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An increasing number of children at young ages seem unable to stop at ordinary expressions of childish ire and extend it from the privacy of their homes to public places. There are many factors that provoke such behavior from children including media messages, and bad behavior of adults and hence studies suggest that it is critical to intervene early before lifelong patterns of extreme, explosive behavior take root.
Publication Name: Child
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0894-7988
Year: 2005
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Children's theater hits the big time
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The dramatic increase in the number of live shows in theaters in the US has made it easier than ever for parents to expose children to theatre. Parents believe that their children are sophisticated enough to appreciate live theater and drama which is a form of interactive entertainment, while it also helps them become brighter and cultured.
Publication Name: Child
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0894-7988
Year: 2005
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