The Case Against Homework

25 Nov 2008

by Sara Bennett

in Education, Parenting

Are kids expected to do too much homework? Sara Bennett of Stop Homework thinks so. More...

A Perfect Holiday Gift

25 Nov 2008

by Bethe Almeras

in Benefits, Parenting

Black Friday marks the beginning of shopping madness. Green Hour's Bethe Almeras has decided to stop the insanity. More...

Hey … Who’s In Charge Here?

19 Nov 2008

by Alice Osborne

in Parenting, Resources, Screen Time

Alice Osborne gives tips on limiting your kids' screen-time -- and introduces Woogi World, a video game that encourages balanced and safe Internet use. More...

Play -- It's Good For The Brain

12 Nov 2008

by Dr. Lawrence J. Cohen, Ph.D.

in Benefits, Health Issues, Parenting, Play, Research

Dr. Larry Cohen, author of Playful Parenting, explains the science behind what we know instinctively -- outside play is good for kids.

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The Serious Business of Going Outside

10 Nov 2008

by Bethe Almeras

in Education, Health Issues, Policy

Green Hour's Bethe Almeras explains why connecting kids with nature isn't a "light-weight" cause. More...

Find A Rock -- Preserve A Memory

10 Nov 2008

by Mary Quattlebaum

in Nature, Parenting, Resources

Children's author Mary Quattlebaum reminds parents that even the most ordinary parts of nature can be true gems. More...