Stop Panicking about Your Kid’s Screen Time
In some cases, it might actually be helping them learn
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Please Don’t Make Me Use Another QR Code Restaurant Menu
My complaints are minor but many
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The Mushroom Boom
From beer to vegan leather, fungi are increasingly being used in new ways. But there’s still a lot we don’t know about the mysterious organisms
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Is Homework Good for Kids?
Children and parents are often frustrated. Some education experts are calling for a rethink
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Does Journalling Actually Improve Mental Health?
Writing down your thoughts can be helpful. But getting the perfect notebook isn’t a substitute for professional care
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How Meal Kits Changed My Mind about Cooking
The pandemic sparked a boom in cooking from scratch. Where do boxes of premeasured ingredients fit in?
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Open Wide and Say “Ahhhh!”: Why Our Dental System Still Bites
I was broke, in agony, and out of options. Why more and more people are crowdfunding their dental bills
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Coronavirus Toys Are Going Viral
Plague doctor plushies and COVID-19 collectables are flying off the shelves. Why are we drawn to cutesified versions of the things that scare us most?
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The Biased Ways We Praise “Smart Kids”
When we prioritize certain interests as being “better” or “smarter,” we’re failing children whose talents lie in other areas
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How a Seventh-Century Irish Princess Got Me Back On a Plane
To overcome my fear of air travel, I turned to Saint Dymphna
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