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The Good News About Bad Behavior: Book Review
May 21, 2025 · original
The Good News About Bad Behavior: Why Kids Are Less Disciplined Than Ever-And What to Do About It Katherine Reynolds Lewis, 2018, PublicAffairs Review by A Child Grows___________________ In The Good News About Bad Behavior the Lewis argues that defiance and simple refusal to follow instructions is a broad trend of the times and is getting worse. She speculates as to why–screen time, consumerism–but presents only the start of a case with no follow-through on the causes. She does however present some strongly argued solutions. Her main argument: punishment doesn’t work. Lewis first presented her case in a Mother Jone’s article in 2015 that was very popular. She spends a good amount of time in the book describing how criticism causes distress and is bad for the brain. She believes any kind of punishment has a negative effect and that we should stop trying to control kids and instead give th
I Hate Trunk or Treat
Oct 27, 2024 · original
Someone finally wrote about the horror that is Trunk or Treat . Outside of the city, this terrible halloween curse is taking over schools and communities. Yes, I admit it is fun to see everyone’s costumes in a concentrated space.. but I already spend way too much time in parking lots. This is one of those things I shouldn’t have to explain but halloween and trick or treating should not be about the most efficient way to distribute candy to children. I don’t even want my child to have this candy (we do the switch witch ). The point of trick or treating is to have fun with your neighbors, and I’m not opposed to a little bit of the unexpected. Maybe even a grumpy neighbor who has no candy just for character-building experience. Photo by Jason Jarrach
Apples, Apples, Apples
Sep 18, 2024 · original
It’s fall, and because we are all desperate to get outside, apple picking is even more popular than ever this year. And, as most of us are at least partially homeschooling (isn’t that what virtual school really is?), why not have your kids learn all about apples and makes some great stuff with those apples you pick. There are more than 7,500 different kinds of apples and, strangely, the Red Delicious is the most popular (why?). I like Fuji. They are always making new ones and they just made a new one called Cosmic Crisp. It’s a hybrid of a Honeycrisp and an Enterprise apple. I haven’t tried it yet. Did you know that you should keep them in the fridge ? I just learned this. Lemon juice can keep slices fresh (I did know this one). Seriously, here are some great apple themed links: [ Recipe of the Day: Apple Bread ? Get the recipe: https://t.co/xFe8Enja2d pic.twitter.com/Pqj9UZ0NUn — Food N
Child Only Health Insurance – Yes, You Can Do That
Sep 9, 2024 · original
Since the Affordable Care Act, states have made it difficult, sometimes impossible, to get child-only health insurance. If you look on the New York State of Health Marketplace, you will see that there is no option for child-only insurance, only parent and child. But don’t be fooled. New York State allows enrollment in child-only insurance all year around through Child Health Plus. This option is sometimes the only way people who are retired and receiving Medicare while also raising a kid can get insurance for the child. It also works for freelancers but because of the mandate, it isn’t advertised. But the mandate is not the law–it’s a tax (per the Supreme Court). So you can choose, get insurance or pay the tax penalty. Either option is legal. Child Health Plus falls under the federal/state Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP) that Hillary was famously proud of. They provide subsidi
Every Woman in Her 40’s Should Read This
Mar 1, 2024 · original
Hot and Bothered: What No One Tells You About Menopause and How to Feel Like Yourself Again by Jancee Dunn Reviewed by ACG Staff Everyone else has reviewed this book so perhaps no one needs my review, but, then again, I almost missed it so let’s get this out there. This book is really helpful. Despite having “Menopause” on the cover, I would say it is more about “Perimenopause.” The part of this book that really hit me the hardest was stories of women searching for answers. Women everywhere are going from doctor to doctor afraid they have cancer or some rare disease and not getting any answers. Spoiler, they have perimenopause. Why Doesn’t Anyone Tell Us This? (Outside of the half a dozen new books out about it right now–it’s a hot topic) I always thought menopause was something that started in your 50’s. You have a lot of hot flashes, your hormones go bananas, and then your stop having
Tips for Traveling While Pregnant
Jan 11, 2024 · original
Tips for Making Travel While Pregnant Easier When you’re expecting a little bundle, carrying a big bundle of stuff onto an airplane is never a good idea. Neither is drinking too much water when you’re about to board the plane because no matter how fast that line moves, you’re going to need to pee. AGAIN. But don’t despair. There are things you can do to lessen the load, pardon the pun, of traveling while pregnant. Book an aisle seat Once on the plane, you’re likely going to have to run to the lavatory several times, even on a short flight. Make it easier on yourself by booking the aisle. You’ll be glad you did when you get up for the 10 th time in 2 hours, and so will those in your row. Reduce bulk in your baggage With checked items, you’ll likely find some assistance. But when you’re bringing carry-on items, there might be no one to help you carry it on the plane. Make sure what you bri
Choosing Meaningful Experiences for Your Kids
Dec 26, 2023 · original
Janie Barnett reflects on raising her daughter in Park Slope and how to encourage the most meaningful experiences for our children in this community of abundant options. _______ When my 5-year-old daughter, Adrienne, walked into her first class at Jennifer Kliegel’s Dance Studio of Park Slope, she became a member of the best girls’ club in the city. Adrienne said yes to any class we could give her. From that very first tumbling class, to the jazz/tap/ballet combo class, to the diversified classes for the older students, my daughter was in a kind of bliss for over ten years. It was funny, sweaty, silly, and the costumes were exotic and shiny. But the work became disciplined, and for all practical purposes, the environment was professional. Each teacher was a choreographer. The dancers took the routines very seriously. And they got good! The shows out at Brooklyn College began with adorabl
Winter Holiday Camp Round-Up 23-24
Dec 2, 2023 · original
The holidays bring lots of days off from school and this can add to the stress of the season. We are here to help. Here are some of our old favorite holiday camps as well as a few new ones. Good luck finding a good fit and having some time to clean the house in peace! __________________________ One World Project: GLOBAL ARTIST WORKSHOP Feb 19-23; 9:30 to 12:30/ (or) 3:00/ (or) 5:00 Please join OWP’s Global Artist Workshop, a week-long camp over February break (February 19 to February 23). Throughout the week, we will be learning about an incredible line up of visual artists from near and far. Each day, campers will be introduced to an artist, learning about their life, medium and artistic techniques. They will be creating with clay, making collages, painting, experimenting with photography, working with textiles, building upcycle sculptures, and practicing Spanish. ______________________
Unique Holiday Books for Kids
Dec 2, 2023 · original
This recommendation list is from an old contributor to A Child Grows. Some of the books on this list are not new anymore but they are also not what we see every day. New ideas are always welcome! _____________ When I was a full-time employee at Barnes and Noble (for far too long at the age of 21 and 22 years), I invested my paycheck in books. I didn’t just buy art books or fiction books, but children’s’ books. I have a grand collection of children’s books from that time. After all, I did work in the children’s department when I got kicked out of the adult section for reorganizing the tattoo books into the art section and out of sociology. Sigh to the uncreative manager I had at Barnes and Noble. Because of my love for books, each year I invest in new holiday books for our bookshelves. Here are some newly published ones that I recommend. Books About Winter Red Sled Lita Judge Ages 2-5 yea
Why Do We Eat Candy Corn on Halloween
Oct 9, 2023 · original
Candy Corn: love it or hate it, and you’ll only be right if you hate it. Just kidding. Even though I don’t personally like this seasonal treat, I’ve gained a greater appreciation for it after digging into its history–as the First Halloween Candy ever created. It’s story is tied with the evolution of modern Halloween celebrations, which are not as old as you may think. Candy Corn on Halloween Halloween became popular holiday in America around the turn of the 20th century. It was celebrated at home with a festive theme party, with spooky decorations and refreshments. The occasion could be for kids–but not necessarily. The Book of Hallowe’en, published in 1919, gives us a sense of what these parties were like: For the centerpiece of the table there may be a hollowed pumpkin, filled with apples and nuts and other fruits of harvest, or a pumpkin-chariot drawn by field-mice… Jack-o’-lanterns,

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