Gothic horror is one of the most popular genres of literature for children and adults. While the title may seem intimidating, … [Read more...] about Gothic Horror in Today’s Popular Children’s Books
Must-Read Books About Boys
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What Boys (& Parents) Need to Know About Sex & Consent
It's not easy to talk about sex, consent & rape. It's not easy to read, write or think about those topics either. And … [Read more...] about What Boys (& Parents) Need to Know About Sex & Consent
Why You Need to Read “Moral Combat”
The answer, in 4 words: Because you have boys. The answer, in 14 words: Because you have boys, and video games are a big … [Read more...] about Why You Need to Read “Moral Combat”
9 Tips to Boost Boys’ (& Girls’) Literacy Skills
Schools need to focus on acknowledging the academic, psychological and physical needs of boys. For my doctoral dissertation, … [Read more...] about 9 Tips to Boost Boys’ (& Girls’) Literacy Skills
Helping Our Boys Thrive Amidst Skewed Images of Gender and Sexuality
You know that scene in the Wizard of Oz where Dorothy spies the man behind the curtain? That's kind of how I feel after … [Read more...] about Helping Our Boys Thrive Amidst Skewed Images of Gender and Sexuality
Virtual Book Club: Thoughts on The Achilles Effect
First, mea culpa! I promised to announce the winner of a free copy the The Achilles Effect: What Pop Culture is Teaching … [Read more...] about Virtual Book Club: Thoughts on The Achilles Effect
Parents Need to Eat Too
My boys, as I've mentioned before, are not adventurous eaters. And you know what? Neither am I. I've gotten better as I've … [Read more...] about Parents Need to Eat Too
Contest Announcement: Book Giveaway!
In case you missed it yesterday, I'm giving away one autographed copy of Laura Lee Grove's new book, I'm Outnumbered: One … [Read more...] about Contest Announcement: Book Giveaway!
Books for Boys: Authors
Ever notice how some authors are more boy-friendly than others? My boys, for instance, loved the offbeat humor in The True … [Read more...] about Books for Boys: Authors
