My blog covers education and children’s books. When I cover parenting issues, it usually contains book recommendations. Parenting topics include academic subjects, summer learning, bullying, special needs, fitness and more.
My daughter is a sophomore in college and she is a foodie. During her freshman year, she hosted “Charcuterie Night” for her friends in her dorm. It was a big hit even on those sad nights when there was just a pile of cubed cheese that came from the supermarket. Other times, when she was…
Laying awake in bed at 2 a.m. desperately and unsuccessfully trying to soothe your newborn is difficult to bear. It’s a parent’s worst nightmare to have a child who’s clearly uncomfortable, and you can’t seem to do anything to help them feel better. Unfortunately, every parent deals with this at some point during the challenging…
Skincare routines when we are teenagers or in our 20s can be pretty basic. You may not have as many skin concerns to worry about besides experimenting with products to cure acne. Once you enter your 30s, it is time to take things more seriously. A lot can change in your 30s, whether in life…
What is minimalism? On the surface, it may seem like this practice boils down to “own less stuff.” However, it goes well beyond avoiding wanton consumerism, involving a mindset shift. Instead of filling your life with random objects, you make room only for those that spark joy, in the words of organizing legend Marie Kondo….
“A powerful depiction of the impact of climate change on a young activist’s mental health.” —Kirkus My kids are stressed out about the planet. My oldest child is so concerned that, as an Industrial Design major at RISD, she’s minoring in Environmental Studies. I’m worried too. You should see me in the kitchen policing the…
If your family is like most modern families, this means that where you live is your home base, but you also spend an awful lot of time zooming from one activity and event to another. When you have kids, it often seems that you are constantly on the go, whether you want to be or…
Your child’s mental health plays a crucial part in their development. Having good mental health doesn’t mean lacking a diagnosed condition. It means functioning well at home, at school and in the community. Mentally healthy children can reach physical and emotional milestones. They can also have positive social interactions with the world around them, leading…