The goal of capitalist governments, as psychologist Philip Slater once wrote, is to insert a commercial product “between every itch and its scratch.” (*1) Nothing epitomizes this principle better than the multi-billion dollar formula industry. Nature provided mothers with a … Continue reading →
We’ve added a new morality worksheet for kids: The Parable of the Two Wolves. You may have heard this story before: There are two wolves, and they are constantly fighting. One wolf is love, kindness and hope; the other is … Continue reading →
The old phrase “breakfast of champions” may be more than just a phrase. What you feed your child in the morning can have a significant effect on their performance throughout the rest of the day. Yet many parents are feeding … Continue reading →
Have you ever seen some of the cave art done by prehistoric humans? As you view these paintings, have you ever felt that they remind you a bit of the art projects your children bring home from school? Turns out … Continue reading →
Racism and racial tensions seem to be becoming more prevalent (or at least more visible) in recent years. Given that racism is driven by fear and insecurity, this isn’t all that surprising, since American culture is becoming more insecure, fearful, … Continue reading →
To be a safety advocate is to surround yourself in tragedy on a daily basis. So it’s nice when every once in a while a story comes along that allows us to teach a lesson while still giving readers a … Continue reading →
Everyone knows that sleep is important for children. It facilitates growth and improves learning, memory and concentration. When kids don’t get enough of it they turn into cranky little monsters. Even subtle deficiencies in sleep can have an impact on … Continue reading →
