We’re All Stretch Armstrong Dolls: A Conversation with Jessica Grose

We’re All Stretch Armstrong Dolls: A Conversation with Jessica Grose

I was compelled to read Jessica Grose’s Screaming on the Inside: The Unsustainability of American Motherhood (Mariner, 2022) based on the title alone. As an American mother who raised young children in the United Kingdom for four years, I couldn’t put my finger on the...
Living in the Moment this Christmas Eve

Living in the Moment this Christmas Eve

Preparations for “The Eve” spanned days when I was a kid, as they had for generations. Grandpa Tony invited everyone to his Italian pre-Christmas feast. Born into a family of 12 during the Great Depression, he couldn’t afford much. But Tony Mascolo of Coney Island...
How to Explain the Story of Hanukkah to Kids

How to Explain the Story of Hanukkah to Kids

The first night of Hanukkah 2020 is December 10, and this year more than any other is a great opportunity to take extra time to teach your family about the Jewish holiday that celebrates the power of light and miracles. “Hanukkah” means dedication in...
7 Menorah Crafts for Kids You’ll Want to Keep Forever

7 Menorah Crafts for Kids You’ll Want to Keep Forever

From Legos to seashells, these menorah crafts make great keepsakes and use simple materials you probably already have on hand. Get tips for making them, plus our favorite store-bought menorahs for kids. Looking for a fun way to discuss the Hanukkah story as a family...