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Behind the Book: “Alphabet of Oddities” and the Rabbit Hole of Macabre Art
October 1, 2026
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Dive into this behind-the-book note from the author of Alphabet of Oddities to discover how 40 years of Victorian art and dark whimsy shaped the ...
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Talking with Kids About Book Banning: The Fiction, the Fact, and the Fun of “Down with Lime Books!”
September 24, 2026
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Learn how to use Jan Zauzmer’s allegorical picture book Down with Lime Books! to start age-appropriate conversations with kids about real-world book banning. Fact or ...
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Too Busy for Home-Cooked Meals? The Benefits of Family Dinner Have Nothing to Do with Food
September 17, 2026
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Busy family schedules? Discover why takeout still counts and how the real benefits of family dinner come from connection, not complex meals. Between hectic schedules ...
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How to Talk to Kids About Suicide Loss (When You’re Still Healing Too)
September 10, 2026
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Does hiding the truth protect children—and yourself—from grief? Join Lisa Sugarman in this gentle guide to talking about suicide loss with kids. There’s no good ...
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10 Ways to De-escalate an Upset Child: Practical Strategies for Parents and Teachers
September 3, 2026
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Discover practical de-escalation strategies for upset children from MD Sue Bagshaw & Michael Hempseed’s book, Calming Your Child. When a child is overwhelmed by strong ...
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Surviving and Managing Different School Schedules Under One Roof
August 27, 2026
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Learn smart strategies for managing different school schedules when your kids are split across schools. Simplify logistics and save your sanity! Parenting often feels like ...
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