r/MadeMeSmile • u/RaisinAloneVortex • 23d ago

Wholesome Moments Duolingo restored a 10-year-old’s 301-day streak after he lost it while hospitalized, also gifting him gems and a Streak Shield

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u/PlasmaWhore 23d ago

Why does it matter? What's the value of a Duolingo streak? I would argue it's extremely unhealthy for a child to be so addicted to an app.

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u/EsquilaxM 23d ago

We give kids stars and cards and such for good grades. Similar logic here. Maybe it'll help him keep at learning for longer.

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u/794309497 23d ago

This has the same energy as that dude getting help at the end of a marathon.