Across the country, schools have shifted toward career-focused education in recent years, reviving a long-running debate on whether the purpose of education is to prepare students for jobs or to be well-rounded citizens. Read more
In the Nordic countries, the age-old custom of friluftsliv is a common way to build family culture. Our yearning for nature is universal and so is our need to connect with loved ones. By living life the friluftsliv way, we amplify the benefits of both. Read more
Schools can have a positive impact on the environment, build community, and support physical fitness by encouraging students and staff to communally bike to school. Here’s how to set up a bike bus at your school. Read more
Why should the arts be taught in elementary and middle schools? A large, randomized test finds improved student behavior and no harm to test scores. Read more
The different ways your child behaves actually stems from a list of four complex emotions. Here’s how to explain them to your child in a way they’ll understand. Read more
Nearly one in five American households adopted a pet during the recent pandemic, with the majority of those pets being dogs. This resulted in an explosion of new dog parks. Read more
How does anxiety affect kids in school? What it looks like, and why it's often mistaken for something else. Read more
Here are five easy ways to help keep your kids safe online in 2023. First, stop focusing on “screen time.” Focus on “screen use” instead. Read more
