See if tractors will also be in your way today?
Around 400 tractors are set to protest on Estonian highways today, but the event will primarily focus on educating children rather than causing disruptions.
In the new school year, 260 kindergarten places will disappear in Tartu
Due to declining birth rates and a decrease in the number of children entering kindergartens, Tartu will have 259 kindergarten groups with 4,340 places next school year, representing a reduction of 14 groups and 260 places from the current year.
Children Voluntarily Stayed After Class to Learn Cooking
A significant number of Estonian children are struggling with mental health issues, partly due to their disconnected relationship with food, as many do not know how to cook or where food comes from.
Children Seeking Summer Jobs Rush to Available Positions
Young people in Estonia are rushing to apply for summer jobs, with an unprecedented number of candidates this year.
Poison Control Chief: A Safe Medicine Box Should Be Made for School Children
The head of the poison information department in Estonia emphasizes the importance of having a secure medicine box for school children to reduce the incidence of medicinal poisoning.
EPKK and the Rural Affairs Committee invite schools and kindergartens to talk to children about agriculture on Thursday
The Estonian Chamber of Agriculture and Commerce, together with the Rural Affairs Committee of the Riigikogu, is encouraging all schools and kindergartens in Estonia to focus more on agriculture and food production.
ALIMONY SYSTEM BLACK SPOT: The state creates double obligations and the debtor is treated as if they aren't human.
The Estonian alimony system, aimed at protecting children neglected by non-compliant parents, has resulted in unintended double obligations for compliant parents as discussed by legal experts from Lepmets & Nõges.
This year, the number of children starting school is significantly smaller
The number of children starting school in Estonia this year is significantly lower than last year, with specific regions experiencing growth.
VIDEO INTERVIEW: Jan Uuspõld before the court hearing: There is a roof over my head, the children are fed and educated, which is my primary duty
Estonian actor Jan Uuspõld spoke about his personal bankruptcy case in a video interview before a court hearing, reflecting on the long and costly process that has been ongoing for ten years.
Children's clothing store sells police-themed garments. Police: we will contact the representative of this online store
An Estonian children's clothing store is selling garments featuring police insignia, prompting the police to announce they will contact the store's representatives regarding the legality of such usage.
Why are Estonian children extremely tired? Dr. Heidmets reveals the main reasons
A new analysis highlights the prevalence of fatigue among Estonian children, attributing it mainly to insufficient sleep and poor habits, with digital devices frequently implicated.
Why the good old 'Kadri' is still very necessary for today's youth
The article discusses the relevance of the classic Estonian book 'Kadri' for contemporary youth by comparing its themes with the lives of today's children.
LIVE BROADCAST ⟩ Why don't we have children? The Estonian Parliament discusses the country's demographic crisis
The Estonian Parliament is hosting a conference to discuss the declining birth rates and demographic crisis in Estonia, focusing on family creation and child-rearing support.
Best Children's and Young Adult Books of 2025 Announced by the Children's Literature Center
The Estonian Children's Literature Center has announced the best children's and young adult books published in 2025, selecting 29 works from over 700 entries.
POWERFUL! ⟩ An Estonian children's book has received significant international recognition
An Estonian children's book titled "Boy and Papa" has been recommended by the Hans Christian Andersen Award jury as part of its distinguished book list.
Joller discusses the future of the children's hospital with Solman
Karmen Joller plans to address concerns raised by medical professionals regarding proposed changes to the Tallinn hospital network that could affect pediatric care, in a meeting with Deputy Mayor Riina Solman.
COMMENTARY ⟩ Ironman and Norway's Lesson — Medals for Children Is Not the Right Path
The Estonian Triathlon Federation's president argues against early competitive focus in children's sports, emphasizing the importance of fostering a love for movement instead.
See what Estonia's best children's literature was last year
The winners of the Estonian Cultural Capital's Literature Fund awards will be announced on Mother Language Day, March 14, featuring nominees for the best children's literature.
An eight-child family brings new life to the legendary Halliste canteen
A family with eight children revitalizes the historic canteen in Halliste, receiving a warm welcome from the local community.
Tsahkna proposes priority for families with children returning from Oman
Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna suggests giving priority to families with children when booking special flights from Oman to Estonia.
The author of the novel 'Nutivaba' Hugo Vaher: I wanted to write something happier
Hugo Vaher's novel 'Nutivaba' aims to inspire positive emotions in readers through the story of three friends on a wild road trip.
Families with Children Missed Airlift from Oman to Estonia
Families with children were unable to board a flight organized to bring Estonian citizens from Oman to Estonia due to the flight filling up rapidly.
Estonian-language kindergarten left non-native children on par with Ukrainians
A study highlights that non-native Estonian children saw no advantage in learning the language after attending Estonian-language kindergarten alongside Ukrainian refugee children.
The Tax and Customs Board responded to camp organizers: we must treat all taxpayers, including camp organizers, equally according to the law
The Estonian Youth Camp Organizers Association is seeking urgent clarification from the Tax and Customs Board and the Ministry of Finance regarding VAT taxation of children's and youth camps.
Endocrinologist: obesity is damaging the health of Estonian children already in kindergarten
An endocrinologist warns that obesity is significantly affecting the health of Estonian children from a young age, with urgent changes needed in their dietary environment.
TODAY IN HISTORY: The great figure of Estonian children's literature Edgar Valter has passed away
Edgar Valter, a prominent Estonian children's author and illustrator, passed away in 2006.
Camp organizers demand answers from the state: how many camps face a tax liability and is the risk retroactive?
The Estonian Camp Organizers' Association has submitted an official inquiry to the tax and customs board and the ministry of finance regarding the potential VAT implications for children's and youth camps.
Terras on Public Transport: More Money or Fewer Lines
The Estonian Prime Minister assures that children and pensioners will not be charged for bus rides, amid discussions on whether to increase state funding or reduce bus lines, primarily affecting rural areas.
Mixed messages about public transport ticket fees indicate elections are coming
The plan to end free travel for children and pensioners on regional lines has sparked outrage and confusion, particularly as conflicting statements from the Prime Minister shift responsibility to officials.
Priit Võigemast: There are a lot of talented children in Estonia
Priit Võigemast emphasizes the abundance of hidden talent among children in Estonia and calls for greater attention to their abilities.
Government allows demanding more working hours from children
The Estonian government plans to change laws to require children to work more hours and receive less time off.
Michal excluded asking pensioners and children for fare on county lines
Estonian Prime Minister Kristen Michal announced that pensioners and children will not be charged fare on county bus lines, emphasizing it as a fundamental issue whether officials or politicians prevail on the matter.
Gallery: A procession was held in Tallinn to support Ukraine
A procession in Tallinn, organized by the Estonian Ukrainian Congress, gathered to support Ukraine and call for protection of its children.
Elsa Leiten: The Lesson from Kobarkäki
The article discusses the controversy surrounding Tartu's decision to end the reimbursement of EMO (emergency medical service) visit fees for children and youth.
MIDDAY HOUR ⟩ Aimar Altosaar: Children of families that left Estonia must be lured back here
A discussion featuring Aimar Altosaar and others on various topics including the Olympics, scientific fraud, Estonian expatriates, and the shift in political thinking.
Illustrations of Estonian Children's Literature Presented at the UN Headquarters in New York
An exhibition showcasing illustrations from Estonian children's literature was launched at the UN headquarters in New York, emphasizing children's rights through art.
PERSON OF THE WEEK ⟩ Krista Kaer: Children who read books have fewer mental health issues
Estonian translator and editor Krista Kaer discusses the impact of reading on children's mental health in an interview.
A LOOK INSIDE! ⟩ The most beautiful books of last year
Estonia announced the winners of the '25 Most Beautiful Books' and '5 Most Beautiful Children's Books' competitions, highlighting innovative designs and engaging materials in the submissions.
Pictures: The Most Beautiful Estonian Books of 2025 Have Been Announced
The winners of the competitions for the '25 Most Beautiful Estonian Books of 2025' and 'Five Most Beautiful Estonian Children's Books of 2025' were announced on Thursday.
Innovative Use of Drugs in Child Protection Center, Deputy Mayor Proposes Involvement of Drug Dogs
The Deputy Mayor of Tallinn is considering the introduction of drug detection dogs in response to drug use among children at a local shelter following a tragic death.
Kersti Kaljulaid: a more flexible childcare system could encourage having children
Estonian President Kersti Kaljulaid advocates for a more flexible childcare system to support working parents and encourage higher birth rates.
LIFE25 ⟩ Juku-Kalle Raid: members of the Centre Party – little green men whose fuel is Chinese rice
A bill protecting Tibetan children was passed in the Estonian parliament with overwhelming support, yet the Centre Party members abstained, raising questions about their alignment with Chinese activities in Tibet.
ROY STRIDER ⟩ Our Parliament has given hope to the oppressed indigenous peoples of the world
The Estonian Parliament has adopted a significant declaration in support of Tibetan children's rights with unanimous backing.
Tibetan representation thanks the Parliament for the statement on protecting Tibetan children
The Tibetan representation in London expressed gratitude to the Estonian Parliament for unanimously adopting a statement to protect Tibetan children by calling for the closure of the Chinese-type colonial boarding school system in Tibet.
Karmen Joller: Children's treatment must be organized by the state
Estonian Social Minister Karmen Joller supports the idea that children's healthcare should be managed by the government amid concerns over the planned merger of Tallinn Children's Hospital with Tallinn Hospital.
PHOTOS AND VIDEOS ⟩ 14-year-old Marie who reported the fire: "I cried a lot, it was hard to breathe"
The Estonian emergency center recognized children and young people for their exemplary emergency calls that prevented accidents and saved lives.
At 10:00 PM "In the First Studio" Eneli Kindsiko
Eneli Kindsiko discusses the challenges facing Estonian education, particularly the financial disparities impacting children's learning outcomes.
RETROVIDEO ⟩ Fur hats, skiing children, and city park squirrels... The first snow of 1969 in Kuressaare
The article captures the nostalgic moments of the first snow in Kuressaare in 1969 through a film made by a local physics teacher.
Women, children, and the elderly were expelled to Siberia; the mortality rate was enormous, says Estonian historian about Stalin's deportations that affected tens of thousands
The article discusses the historical context and severe impact of Stalin's deportations on Estonian citizens during World War II, highlighting the high mortality rates and ongoing ramifications in the Baltic region.
Study: Increasing number of students encounter disturbing content online
A recent study reveals that a significant number of Estonian school students are exposed to disturbing and harmful content online, with one-third reporting such encounters at least once last year.