Co-authors Cindy Clumeck Muchnick and Jenn Bowie Curtis share what inspired them to write The Parent Compass: Navigating Your Teen’s Wellness & Academic Journey in Today’s Competitive World. Read on to learn more about the book’s journey from idea to publication. Behind the Book In March 2019, Operation Varsity Blues (also known as The College […]
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It’s not a question of why. We know that reading together translates to not only improved literacy skills, but also greater curiosity, empathy, social and emotional intelligence, concentration, and focus. And yet, on busy nights when the dishes need to be done and the email inbox is full, it feels so easy to say “We’ll
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One of the biggest challenges of reading aloud to five boys whose ages range from four to fourteen is finding books that keep them all engaged. What will they enjoy? What will they remember? Collecting literary motifs in stories lets us easily make connections and encourages conversations about the books we read. What are Motifs?
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Jenn Curtis, MSW is the author of The Parent Compass and she is an educational consultant, author, speaker, and the owner of FutureWise Consulting. She has guided hundreds of high school students and their families through all aspects of the college admission process. Read along as she gives you and your family advice on how
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In 1987, the United States Congress declared March as Women’s History Month. But women’s history—also known as just plain history—has been around as long as there have been women, even if it wasn’t always recorded, shared, or taught in schools. Here are some tips for weaving women’s history into conversations with kids every month of
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Author Nancy Dearborn shares what inspired her to write the book Hugga Loula a picture book about the power of a hug. Read along to learn more about the book’s real life inspiration and it’s timely release. Real-life inspiration Having Hugga Loula published means the world to me. It is a dream come true, many
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Author June Smalls shares what inspired her to write the book She Leads: The Elephant Matriarch. Read along to learn more about the book’s journey from an agent’s suggestion to the beautiful picture book about elephant life cycles. Matriarchs When it comes to writing, knowledge is never a waste and practice builds you into a
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Author Karen Klieman shares her tips on helping your marriage survive the beautiful chaos that comes after baby. Karen Kleiman, MSW, LCSW has helped postpartum mothers for over 32 years and is the founder of The Postpartum Stress Center. Read along and learn how to safeguard your marriage. Just Had a Baby? If you’ve had
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Dr. Raun Melmed helps you manage screen time during the pandemic and beyond!
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Author Scott Rubin writes about how the ultimate geeky naming book Naming Your Little Geek came to be.
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