We have all heard that reading to our children from the time they are infants is important, but do you know why? At the youngest age, infants listen to your inflection and pauses and the rhythm of your reading. Even at this early age, their brains are mapping out how language works and what it... Continue Reading →
March 8th is International Women’s Day (IWD). IWD was nationally recognized and celebrated in 1901 as a day to highlight the internal and external struggles of working-class women as well as to promote women’s suffrage (voting rights). On this day of international recognition, women of all backgrounds to come together and share one voice and... Continue Reading →
Black History Month comes to an end on March 1st. Throughout the month of February, we spend time honoring the legacy of the African American community. While the official observance may be over, we can still continue celebrating and learning. One of the best ways to do this is through reading! Below is a list... Continue Reading →
February is Black History Month, where as a country we celebrate, recognize, and educate ourselves on the events and achievements within the African-American community. From grassroots organizing and political activism to artistic accolades and educational awards, there are a huge number of individuals and communities to be honored. Patrisse Cullors, Co-Founder and Executive Director of... Continue Reading →
Exposure to trauma, whether once or repeatedly, can severely impact children. During a time when the brain is forming and significantly developing, experiencing a traumatic situation can thwart that progress. The effects may show up a number of ways, more obviously with acting out behaviors such as fighting with peers or impulsivity. However, the impact... Continue Reading →
In another children’s novel series, we look at the Inclusive Ninja by Mary Nhin. The last book we talked about was The Masked Ninja, which took a look at wearing masks, washing your hands, and keeping areas clean. About the Author Mary Nhin has a whole series all involving a ninja, some of the book... Continue Reading →
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