Do your kids understand our government? (Do you? I admit I have a little reading to do.) Here's how to make learning about it fun. Democracy Begins at Home: Books to Teach Kids About Our American Government Published on Brightly, May 25, 2017
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Washington Post: ‘Make Your Kid A Money Genius’ Author Explains How and Why to Talk to Your Kid About Money. Now.
I had the pleasure of interviewing bestselling financial author Beth Kobliner about her latest book. Great info, especially for the money-intimidated. 'Make Your Kid A Money Genius' Author Explains How and Why to Talk to Your Kid About Money. Now. Published in The Washington Post, March 28, 2017
Brightly: The Best Bookish Birthday Gifts For 5- and 6-Year-Olds
Fun ideas for the birthday kid in your life. (My nieces will recognize their own birthday gifts on this list!) The Best Bookish Birthday Gifts For 5- and 6-Year-Olds Published on Brightly, March 10, 2017
Brightly: 14 Classic Children’s Books for 3- to 5-Year-Olds
Going to the library (or bookstore!) this weekend? Grab these. 14 Classic Children's Books for 3- to 5-Year-Olds Published on Brightly October 28, 2016
Brightly: 15 Years Later – Books To Help You Talk To Your Kids About 9/11
My apologies, readers, for failing to post this when it was published - before September 11, of course. Unfortunately, though, terrorism is still with us, and the moment to talk is not lost. 15 Years Later - Books To Help You Talk To Your Kids About 9/11 Published on Brightly, August 30, 2016
New Book! So Glad They Told Me
Which is harder? The everyday rush of school lunches, the laundry on the floor, the arguments between kids, and the complaining about chores? Or is it the call from the school nurse, the feverish child, or the crisis of a bee sting or a bloody knee? That's what I write about in my essay in… Continue reading New Book! So Glad They Told Me
Brightly: Check ‘Em Out: The Best Libraries In Kids’ Lit
Libraries...what's not to love? Check 'Em Out: The Best Libraries In Kids' Lit Published on Brightly, August 1, 2016
Club Mid: What Parents Need To Know About How Teen Sex Has Changed
Parents, I won't pretend this one isn't alarming. But it's real, and we need to face it head on. What Parents Need To Know About How Teen Sex Has Changed Published on Club Mid, May 9, 2016
Washington Post: Parents Need To Talk To Daughters About The Joys Of Sex, Not Just The Dangers
A Q&A with Peggy Orenstein, author of the brand-new Girls & Sex: Navigating the Complicated New Landscape. Parents Need To Talk To Daughters About The Joys Of Sex, Not Just The Dangers Published in Washington Post, March 29, 2016
Brightly: Picture Books To Help Politicians Behave Better On The Campaign Trail
Red, White, And Rude: Picture Books To Help Politicians Behave Better On The Campaign Trail Published on Brightly, March 11, 2016