Category Archives: raising kids

The Problem of Bullying

My daughter’s elementary school works particularly hard at emphasizing treating others with respect and encouraging a positive attitude towards diversity and differences, hoping to instill the traits of respect, responsibility, honesty and kindness at a young age. I love it. … Continue reading

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Mama Lisa’s World

Speaking of Japanese children’s songs, music teachers and parents who want to have some multicultural fun with their kids should check out Mama Lisa’s great website of international children’s songs at http://www.mamalisa.com/world/ . Here you’ll find songs in many languages, … Continue reading

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Cultural Festivals

Last weekend my mother and I went to the Japan Festival at the Missouri Botanical Garden in St. Louis. Every year we look forward to this celebration of all things Japanese. Every year I think I don’t need to buy … Continue reading

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