The concept of sharing is one of the most challenging yet fundamental lessons that we teach our children. Study after study shows that this skill is the first step in becoming a cooperative, compassionate, and generous person, learning to work on a team, and aligning values with action. Research also shows that an understanding and...
Recently, our national conversation has refocused on the importance of cultural diversity and inclusion in fighting racial discrimination and stereotyping, particularly for the next generation. Storytelling provides a wonderful way to bring conversations like these home. Reading stories with your children is a chance to introduce your child to new cultures and ideas, emotional challenges...
“It is time for parents to teach young people early on that in diversity there is beauty and there is strength.”—Maya Angelou Amid the ongoing protests, violence, and political clashes all stemming from systemic racism, we need ways to teach children about cultural differences and to appreciate the beauty in cultural diversity. Ancient mythology and...
Of the many things, parents wish for their children, not giving up on themselves is perhaps the most important. After all, research points to grit, perseverance, and persistence as the best predictors of academic and career success, along with overall happiness. But, how do we show our kids not to give up on themselves? What can we...
According to Pew Charitable Trust, nearly every parent–regardless of income level or geographic location–worries about their child’s mental health and how they will fare amid rising rates of bullying and anxiety and depression. We also want to help our children experience joy and happiness while building a life–and career–that is satisfying and fulfilling. So, how can we...
Given the rising rates of stress, anxiety and depression for children and young people, it is no wonder that many parents are looking for ways to encourage mindfulness practices and self-awareness. But how can we make these abstract concepts come alive? One way, drawing on the multicultural storytelling techniques used in The Campfire Method, is...
