The New Domesticity: The Promise of Soup
It was a dark, grey morning. The weight of the world seemed to rest on my pre-teen shoulders, and the last thing I wanted to do was catch a school bus. I peered out the window and sighed, “Do I
Bit of History: The Great Flu
A century ago, in October 1918, The Great War was coming to an end. Across Europe, though, soldiers and civilians alike were falling ill and dying within hours or days. Though it most likely did not originate in Spain, people
Thanks a Lot! Cultivating Gratitude in Children
Got ungrateful kids, or just hoping to start them off right when it comes to appreciating the big… or little things in life? Kids learn through modeling and repetition, and gratitude is no exception. The more often your children see or
Top Toys 2018
The American Specialty Toy Retailing Association (ASTRA) recently unveiled its 2018 Best Toys for Kids award winners, selected by independent toy retailers across the U.S. To view the complete list of winners, pick up a copy of our November 2018 issue at any of these locations,
What Comes Next? Options after High School for Students with Disabilities
Anna Houston, described by her mother as a compassionate big sister, struggled through most of her school years. Anna is on the Autism spectrum, and high school proved to be a particularly difficult time. The combination of increased homework expectations
Editor’s Pick: “Small Things” by Mel Tregonning
It may be impossible to know if childhood anxiety is on the rise, or if society is simply and finally calling it what it is. But in either case, the challenge is clear: many kids experience intense fear and uncertainty