Latest News: Excellent Article Argues Against Over-Praise and Trophies
If you have kids, I think you’ll enjoy this commentary by Ashley Merryman that, in support of my own view, argues that praising innate ability and giving so-called participation awards actually hurts children. To read my perspective on praise, read my blog post, Don’t Praise Your Children, which, interestingly, is the most-read post I’ve ever […]
Read MoreLatest News: Taylor in U.S. New & World Report Article about Spoiled Brats
I was recently interviewed for an article about spoiled children for U.S. News & World Report online.
Read MoreWill Technology Save Public Education?
There’s no doubt that technology is the new “panacea du jour” for public education in America today. Hundreds of millions of dollars (and much more on the way) are being spent on getting iPads and other tablets into the hands of teachers and students all over the country in classes as early as kindergarten. This […]
Read MoreParenting/Education: Is Emotional Intelligence the Real Key to Success?
A great read in The New York Times Magazine about the role of Emotional Intelligence in academic success. The article describes programmatic attempts in schools at teaching emotional intelligence. I’m going to argue that if emotional skills aren’t learned before they get to school, it may be too late. The Nobel Laureate economist, James Heckman, […]
Read MoreLatest News: Comedian Louis CK’s Take on Smartphones and Kids
You have to watch the comedian Louis CK’s funny, yet painfully insightful and true take on smartphones, kids, people, texting, and life.
Read MoreLatest News: Your Children are Listening to be Translated into Russian
I’m pleased to announce that my third parenting book, Your Children are Listening: Nine Messages They Need to Hear From You, will be translated into Russian, following in the footsteps of translations into French and Korean.
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