Age recommendation: Teens and above. From the minute I started this book, I was immediately hooked. It is absolutely amazing! Not only is it a harrowing true story of survival and triumph, but it also will make you evaluate your own gratitude (or lack there of) as you read about Lopez and what he … Read More about Gratitude and Grit: from Sudan to the Olympics Games.
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“What is the ultimate purpose of life? To give.”
Every so often, you come across the story of a remarkable person. This is a person who changes their entire life’s trajectory for others- because of love. They don’t consider how to “improve” their own lives through increased status, money, or influence. They only see others. And they only see their ability to help. This … Read More about “What is the ultimate purpose of life? To give.”
Teaching Logic: The Fallacy Detective
Recommended Age: Upper elementary and up, if you are discussing as a family. Junior High and up, if your child reads it by him/herself. The lesson for today? Logic. Cold, hard logic, from the authors of the amazing The Fallacy Dectective. Why Our kids should learn Logic Logic is probably one of the most important … Read More about Teaching Logic: The Fallacy Detective
What Would the Founding Fathers Think?
I love the stories about the founding fathers (and mothers!), their courage, sacrifice, wisdom and all that they did for me and others who live in the United States. I want to keep their memory alive, and teach my kids why they designed the Constitution the way that they did. That’s why I want to … Read More about What Would the Founding Fathers Think?
Who NOT to vote for…
Elections come and elections go. Politicians will always want your vote, and will often say anything to get it. Who should we trust? This video gives a litmus test that is similar to JFK’s famous challenge: “Ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country.” Similar themes … Read More about Who NOT to vote for…