When tragic events make the news—whether natural disasters, violence, or other crises—children often hear about them sooner than we expect. Even if we try to shield them, kids pick up on conversations, see headlines, or notice adults’ emotions. The question becomes: how do we talk to…
The start of a new school year can bring a mix of excitement, nervousness, and change. For some children, heading back to school means reuniting with friends, meeting new teachers, and looking forward to favorite activities. For others, it can also mean worries about academics,…
For a year now, most of us have been unhappy with living a life in quarantine, wondering when the world would finally get back to normal. With vaccines rolling out and most towns and cities reaching herd immunity, society is beginning to open back up.…