Future facts for kids
The future is everything that has not happened yet. It's like a blank page waiting to be written. Once something happens, it becomes the past. If it is happening right now, it is called the present.
Thinking about the future is something people do all the time. We plan for it, dream about it, and sometimes even worry about it.
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Understanding the Future
Time and What's Next
Time moves forward, always bringing new moments. The future is simply the next moment, the next hour, the next day, or even many years from now. It's a continuous flow of events that are yet to unfold. We cannot change the past, but our actions in the present can definitely shape what happens in the future.
Why We Think About It
People often think about the future for many reasons. We set goals, like wanting to learn a new skill or planning a trip. We also make predictions, trying to guess what might happen next based on what we know now. Thinking about the future helps us prepare for what's coming and work towards our dreams.
Imagining the Future
Future in Stories: Science Fiction
Many movies, television shows, and books tell made-up stories about the future. This type of story is often called science fiction. In science fiction, writers imagine new technologies, different ways of living, or even what life might be like on other planets. These stories can explore ideas like robots, space travel, or advanced cities.
How People Used to Imagine the Future
Throughout history, people have always tried to imagine what the future would be like. For example, in the early 1900s, some artists imagined that by the year 2000, people would travel in flying cars or have moving sidewalks. While some of these ideas came true in different ways, others did not. It's interesting to see how past predictions compare to our present reality.
Predicting the Future Today
Today, scientists and experts try to predict the future using lots of information. They look at trends in technology, climate, and society. For instance, climate scientists predict future weather patterns, and tech experts try to guess what new gadgets will be invented. These predictions help us prepare for challenges and plan for progress.
Our Role in Shaping the Future
Making Choices for Tomorrow
Every choice we make today can affect our future. Deciding to study hard, be kind to others, or take care of the environment are all ways we help shape what comes next. Our individual actions, when added together, can make a big difference for everyone's future.
Building a Better Future
Many people work hard to build a better future for everyone. This includes inventing new things, finding solutions to problems, and working together to create a more fair and sustainable world. By learning, creating, and cooperating, we can all help make the future a great place to live.
Images for kids
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Project of an orbital colony Stanford torus, painted by Donald E. Davis
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Print (c. 1902) by Albert Robida showing a futuristic view of air travel over Paris in the year 2000 as people leave the opera.
See also
In Spanish: Futuro para niños
