This article appeared in the October 15, 2024 edition of the Monitor Daily.

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Raising up the children

People have plenty of views on how best to raise children. Norway, the subject of our in-depth story today, has a 63-page law, too, designed to help its very youngest residents find a solid footing in a democratic society.

Mention of the power of play pops up a lot – as does respect and charity, equality and solidarity. You’ll learn, too, about “friluftsliv.” The story will likely make you think about what you’ve done or experienced. Most of all, it brings to the fore one of the most important indicators of a society’s values, especially as it evolves and diversifies: How it cares for all its children.


This article appeared in the October 15, 2024 edition of the Monitor Daily.

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