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Jackalopes? Zombies? Mysterious men in black? Kenai is going to need all his critical thinking skills for this adventure!
Five Tips for Deprogramming Your QAnon Friend
The Storm never came. Now is the time to have tough conversations.
My Children’s Book was Reviewed!
QAnon: A historic test of psychological theory
Cognitive Dissonance was a theory used to explain how cults behave. It has never been more useful.
Critical Quote: Hypatia of Alexandria
A Historic Teaching Moment for Critical Thinking
The events of the past week, with mobs of rioters attacking the Capitol building, has everyone on edge. Including kids. In the aftermath a number of articles have been written … Continue Reading A Historic Teaching Moment for Critical Thinking
My Psychic Predictions for 2021
2020 was full of things no one could predict. Challenge accepted. Here are my predictions for 2021.
On Being the Wrong Kind of Doctor
As far as I can tell, our soon-to-be first lady (first lady elect?) Jill Biden is an amazing person. She has two master’s degrees and a doctorate. And she got … Continue Reading On Being the Wrong Kind of Doctor
Santa for Skeptics?
Some parents with a strong streak of skepticism and a chronic case of critical thinking can feel a little hypocritical this time of year. When we skeptical parents tell our … Continue Reading Santa for Skeptics?
Why did I write Beyond Belief? – read this interview to find out!
“For my son’s tenth birthday I looked for a fun adventure story that had the themes he loved and which we often talked about in our family. Themes like critical … Continue Reading Why did I write Beyond Belief? – read this interview to find out!
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The Joy on This Young Reader’s Face!
Want to learn more about the book that made her so excited about reading? Check out her review of my children’s book on Instagram. View this post on Instagram A … Continue Reading The Joy on This Young Reader’s Face!
My book was reviewed – check it out!
You can read the review at Red Pillows here: Red Pillows – Book Review
Five Tips to Get Kids to Listen
We’ve all been there. You’ve given a direction to your kid. Put the tablet away. Put on your shoes. Help with the dishes. Time for bed. Get your backpack… But … Continue Reading Five Tips to Get Kids to Listen
Parenting in the Weirdest Time line
In just this past week I’ve tried to ignore a barrage of misinformation. QAnon, COVID-19 cures, COVID-19 panic, fake ballots, and fake videos about fake ballots, not to mention faked … Continue Reading Parenting in the Weirdest Time line
QAnon, the Satanic Panic, and how to talk to kids about the scary things grownups believe
Are kids scared about QAnon? Of course not. They don’t read the news. They don’t listen to FOX. They don’t care what politicians are saying. Hopefully they are staying off … Continue Reading QAnon, the Satanic Panic, and how to talk to kids about the scary things grownups believe