International Journal of Children

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• Published Subscription Original Research 8 Jul 2026

  Television Media and Children: A Sociological Insight on Rural Society in Punjab

  By Dr. Mani Inderpal Singh

  Abstract: The present paper deals with to understand the media forms of television and digital media as an influential agent of socialisation in contemporary society, especially among the children. The increasing accessibility of television and digital media, especially in the rural society of Punjab, have greatly impacted the patterns of childhood socialisation, cultural norms, religious practices, attitudes, and routine behaviour. During the study it is found that television continues to occupy …

  Published in International Journal of Children · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 21–34 Read article →

• Published Subscription Original Research 3 Jul 2026

  An Analytical Study of the Effectiveness of the Child Development Scheme in Anganwadi Centers of Rudraprayag District

  By Umesh Chandra

  Abstract: From the perspective of human development, childhood is regarded as a highly sensitive and multidimensional phase that plays a pivotal role in shaping the trajectory of human life. During childhood, children undergo rapid growth across their mental, social, psychological, and physical domains. Currently, the mental, physical, and social well-being—as well as the overall health—of children remains a grave challenge for the entire world. An increase in nutritional and health-related problems …

  Published in International Journal of Children · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 35–47 Read article →

• Published Subscription Review Article 25 Jun 2026

  Comparative Study of Knowledge and Attitudes of Rural-Urban Households on Polio Vaccination in Northeast Nigeria

  By Hussaini Ibn Mohammed, Aisa Isa Geidam

  Abstract: Poliomyelitis (polio), although it has been eradicated over the decades, continues to be a major problem of public health in Nigeria. Polio vaccination is the best way to counteract the transmission of poliovirus, although differences in knowledge and attitude to polio vaccination between rural and urban families are present and especially in Northeast Nigeria. This paper explores such differences, evaluates their impact on the knowledge, attitudes, and acceptance of polio …

  Published in International Journal of Children · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 1–13 Read article →

• Published Subscription Review Article 9 Jun 2026

  NeoVax: Smart Child Vaccination and Monitoring Platform

  By Aishwarya Baba Bankar, Vaishnavi Ajit Nachan, Pallavi Sudhakar Khulpe

  Abstract: Child vaccination plays a crucial role in preventing life-threatening diseases and ensuring long-term public health. Despite the availability of structured immunization programs, many children miss scheduled vaccinations due to lack of awareness, busy lifestyles of parents and absence of effective reminder systems. This research paper presents NeoVax, a smart and user-friendly child vaccination reminder and management system designed to address these challenges using digital technology.NeoVax is an Application that enables …

  Published in International Journal of Children · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2026 · pp. 14–20 Read article →

• Published Subscription Original Research 26 Mar 2026

  Volunteering and Community Connection: Benefits of Community Volunteering to Connect People Together Through School Children and Build Harmonious Community

  By Shanti Nandana Wijesinghe

  Abstract: Unlike traditional forms of volunteering, modern volunteering has new purposes and outcomes. It is now recognized as a legitimate way for individuals to formally participate in local affairs through community level action. In many countries, volunteers have a nationally legislated institutional structure and set of principles, and rights and responsibilities, which is collectively agreed upon to be adhered to and safeguarded by all volunteers and the organizations and programs they …

  Published in International Journal of Children · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 43–51 Read article →

• Published Subscription Original Research 26 Mar 2026

  The Use of Digital Tools in Assessing Language and Literacy Development in Early Childhood Centres in Tamale Nanton District, Ghana

  By Abdul-Soaboor Ibrahim, Issah Mohammed

  Abstract: The study investigated the use of digital tools in assessing language and literacy development in early childhood centres in the Tamale Nanton-district, Ghana. Specifically, the study examined the extent to which facilitators integrate digital tools in teaching practices, assessed facilitators’ levels of digital literacy skills, and explored the factors influencing the successful integration of digital tools in teaching. A total of 113 facilitators (39 males and 74 females) were selected …

  Published in International Journal of Children · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 17–29 Read article →

• Published Subscription Original Research 23 Mar 2026

  The Weight of The Flock: Narratives of Young Men who were Childhood Herders in Lesotho

  By Malefane Justice Matele, Sophia Thabane

  Abstract: Herding in Lesotho is associated with social isolation for extended periods, risk of assault by animal thieves, and risk of being attacked for suspected animal theft. Regardless, herding in Lesotho is mostly assigned to boys. The objective of this study was therefore to examine herding experiences of childhood herders in Thaba Tseka Lesotho. The study employed snowball sampling to recruit 14 childhood herders who were young adults (18-35 years old) …

  Published in International Journal of Children · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 29–42 Read article →

• Published Subscription Original Research 28 Feb 2026

  Impact of AI Tools on the Development of Expressive Language Skills of Children with Intellectual Disability at the Primary Level

  By N. Ilakkiya, V. Mrunalini

  Abstract: Expressive language skills are important for everyone for an independent life. Human interaction is being forced to be replaced by technology. The impact of language skills of children is limited due to attention towards technology and artificial intelligence (AI) tools. This study aims to connect the AI tools like ChatGPT and Google AI Studio to develop the expressive language skills of children with mild to moderate intellectual disability. A quasi-experimental …

  Published in International Journal of Children · Vol. 3, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 8–16 Read article →

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