The field of psychology spent most of the twentieth century focused on the ills of humankind, examining issues such as depression, anxiety, and schizophrenia. Psychologists were trained to look for […]

Before we get a ton of angry reader mail, let’s be clear. We aren’t actually taking away the books, we are just changing the medium. After all, no matter the […]

Kids who are intimidated by a thick book can still enjoy them. Listening, reading on the Kindle, or even watching the movie version can get kids interested in books. Here […]

Timehop is aa digital time capsule — a mobile app that allows users to channel their nostalgia in the same way as a photo album.

While video games and screen-based technologies are in practically every child’s hands these days, there are still many kids who love to read. And even if they don’t, many of […]

Our kids need to be taught social-emotional learning skills (SEL) more than ever. In a world where far too many role models display values of selfishness, dishonesty, an inability to […]

Many parents and teachers have concluded that most kids today would rather play a video game than read a book. And while data from all over the world suggest that […]

Summer reading is not what it used to be for kids. At one time, many kids relished the time off from the school year to pick up the books they […]

Becoming a teenager means more independence and responsibility. You need to think for yourself and about yourself. You may find yourself assessing your own strengths and weaknesses, and you probably […]

Kids with ADHD and executive functioning problems can find it difficult to fit into their world, “bumping” into others physically, socially, and emotionally. They may behave impulsively or do something […]