by Deedee | Apr 10, 2026 | Parenting, Social Emotional Skills
Every parent wants to believe they can protect their child from things that may hurt them. So when parents tell me, “My child isn’t on social media,” I understand why that feels reassuring. But in today’s world, keeping your child offline does not mean keeping them...
by Deedee | Apr 2, 2026 | Parenting, Social Emotional Skills
We are raising children in a world that even adults are struggling to understand. As a nation, our mental health is declining. At this point, mental health skill building is just as vital as teaching kids how to tie their shoes. The news is heavy and the pace is...
by Deedee | Feb 20, 2026 | Parenting, Social Emotional Skills
Do you have your hope toolkit ready? You’re probably prepared for all sorts of emergencies. I bet you have a first aid kit for scrapes, a medicine cabinet for unexpected fevers and colds, a spare tire in the car, and flashlights with fresh batteries for power...
by Deedee | Feb 12, 2026 | Diverse Books, Parenting, Social Emotional Skills
Recently, I had the honor of speaking to a room full of literacy leaders about something I believe with my whole heart: Children’s books are not “just stories.” They are emotional rehearsal. They are language for feelings kids can’t yet name. Just like going to the...
by Deedee | Feb 5, 2026 | Make A Way Mindset, Social Emotional Skills
Thank you @worry_ _lines for this image. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Worry Lines (@worry__lines) It really got me thinking about how bad most if us are at giving ourselves what we need the most. You’ve heard the term self-care. But...
