Parenting Columns

‘The Ugliest Monster in the World’ By Luis Amavisca; illustrated by Erica Salcedo  This little monster says it’s the ugliest in the...

By PATRICK MCNAMARA A very trying school year is coming to an end, so it makes sense to review what...

By JENNIFER STEUER Harlan, my mom and I have all gotten our vaccinations. Half of our house is vaccinated! In...

‘Strange Planet: The Sneaking, Hiding, Vibrating Creature’ By Nathan W. Pyle Based on the popular Instagram comics, this story follows and...

By QUOIDA LAUZON I once was told, “Life can be long, and it can be hard.” Some people think they...

By PATRICK MCNAMARA Why are mathematical word problems worrisome for children? Word problems take math concepts, such as arithmetic, geometry...

By JENNIFER STEUER “Check it? Can I be real a second? For just a millisecond? Let down my guard and...

‘Wren’ By Katrina Lehman; illustrated by Sophie Beer Wren just wants a bit of peace and quiet. What he gets is the...

By QUOIDA LAUZON From the moment we realize we are going to be having a child, we naturally want to...

‘Julius and Macy: A Very Brave Night’ By Annelouise Mahoney Julius and Macy like to play heroes. When their snack disappears...