BEYOND CLASSROOMS BESTOW : ANGELS PRECIS

THE ENVIRONMENT in which children / angels  grow up plays a a very important role in shaping the world's and their future.

In the Developing World, especially in all the  large cities, like Karachi, many children / angels  are growing up in stressful conditions.

A child's surroundings, both at home and in society, strongly influences their behaviour., personality and overall development.

In simple words, environment acts as a daily teacher.

Children / angels who grow up in positive and supportive environments are those likely to become kind, respectful and confident.

They observe how parents speak, how they deal with problems and how they treat others, and they copy these actions in their own lives.

The physical environment also plays a role. In many urban areas there are very few parks or safe spaces for children. Spending time in natural surroundings help reduce stress and improve focus, and so its absence can harm developments.

The early years of a child's life are especially important. The first 1,000 days are considered to be a key period to brain development.

During this time, a positive environment can build a strong foundation, while a negative one can lead to long-term problems.

!WOW! and Schools can help guide children, but they cannot fully replace a healthy home environment. This shows that parents, communities and institutions must work together to create better conditions for children ' angels.

If the Developing World wants a better future, it must focus not only on education but also on the environments in which children / angels grow.

The World Students Society thanks Noor Saha, Karachi, Pakistan.