Two sisters were among the first born on Mars. Hellas Planitia is an impact basin that was chosen billions of years after its formation as the location for the first human colony on Mars, called Dawn. This is where the Generation Mars series takes place....

Pets provide great company and are a source of comfort for children, even when they are facing difficult life lessons. Keep in mind that a pet is a big responsibility, so it's best to talk to children in plain terms before adopting any kind of...

When children face new challenges in life it is normal for them to experience strong feelings such as having doubts and even negative thoughts about themselves. Adults can help children by teaching them to adopt a positive point of view. Search for Silver Linings: The...

Children need to learn how to share as sharing is one of the most important characteristics required in society today. So many have more than enough, while others struggle to survive. In Spencer the Squirrel Scurries to Share, Spencer learns the joy of giving and...

'Chag sameach' is Hebrew for happy holiday. A Sukkah is a temporary shelter whose roof is mostly covered with branches. When Jewish families celebrate Sukkot every autumn, they are remembering the 40-year journey of the Jewish nation when they searched for the Promised Land after...

The first day of school is important in the life of every child and is the moment when they will first experience autonomy and begin the development of their social skills. From the outset, each child must feel safe to interact inside and outside the...

Sometimes When I’m Bored, written by Deborah Serani, Psy.D. and beautifully illustrated by Kyra Teis, is told in the first person by a little boy who is old enough to know what boredom is but too young to know how to deal with it. He...

Flowers, sun, and bright blue skies can all be found in Elissa Kerr's beautiful new children's book Sunkissed. Kerr has written a charming story about gardening and a little girl following in her mother's footsteps. As the weather warms up, the girl and her dog...

From the time he was born, Sneezy has been doing exactly what his name implies, which is sneezing. His mom and dad were concerned, and creatures and people came from far and wide to see if they could diagnose the young dragon's ailment and help...

Food allergies can be very serious. So many people of all ages have food allergies and we must show respect and care for those who have allergies. Why? Because these allergies can cause someone to become seriously ill and perhaps even die if not treated...