Children learn to read with books that are just right for them – but that might not be the best approach

Reading achievement has been stagnant in the US for decades, raising questions about what other methods might work to help ...

Scary stories for kids: A Series of Unfortunate Events taught me that grief can’t be understood but can be managed

Sourcing family friendly frightening fiction can be a bit challenging. That said, while straightforward horror texts rarely ...

Boys don't cry? How picture books can teach gendered ideas about pain

From grazed elbows to bruised knees, pain is a common part of childhood. But how do young children learn about pain and make ...