Podcast appearances and mentions of anastasia higginbotham

After recording the episode, I learned Dr. Gordon Fellman passed away last year. This episode is dedicated to him and all he taught me about building peace in my heart and in the world. SELECTED LINKS FROM THE EPISODETeach Your Kids: Website | LinkedIn | X | Instagram | Substack | Facebook | TikTokManisha: LinkedIn | X | Instagram | FacebookJoin our premium community with expert support and adviceTeach Your Kids Podcast EpisodesUndoing White Supremacy Starts at Home with Anastasia Higginbotham and Deb VilasBooksThe Righteous Mind: Why Good People Are Divided by Politics and Religion - Jonathan HaidtMindset: The New Psychology of Success - Carol S. Dweck, PhDFreakonomics Revised and Expanded Edition - Steven LevittNonviolent Communication: A Language of Life: Life-Changing Tools for Healthy Relationships - Marshall B. 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We may receive a commission if you make a purchase after clicking on one of these links. Chapters[00:00:39] - Introduction to Teaching about War & Peace[00:01:25] - Four Steps Approach[00:07:31] - Coping with Emotional Turmoil[00:16:49] - Gifted Children and War[00:27:00] - The Power of Storytelling[00:38:13] - Civic Responsibility & Action Time Codes00:00:39 — Introduction: Manisha kicks off the episode by delving into the complex topic of teaching kids about war and peace, with a nod to sustainable and just global futures.00:01:25 — Manisha's Four-Step Approach: Overview of the four steps involved in approaching the subject matter: self-awareness, attentive listening, mutual inquiry, and concrete action.00:02:17 — Personal Experiences in Israel and Palestine: Impact of conflict zones explored through personal narratives.00:03:34 — Critique of Media: Discussion on how media perpetuates anxieties and fears, diverting attention from possible positive changes.00:04:36 — Connection to Israeli-Palestinian Crisis: Unveiling personal connections to current world crises and the learning derived from them.00:07:31 — Coping with Grief: How to navigate dark times through constructive conversations, inspired by personal tragedy.00:08:38 — Parental Intuition: The value of trusting one's instincts when discussing heavy topics with children.00:10:33 — Language Matters: Avoiding the labeling of people as 'bad' or 'evil' and instead focusing on underlying issues.00:14:18 — Starting with Listening: Importance of acknowledging children's feelings and queries about war.00:16:49 — Gifted Children's Reactions: Exploring how gifted children are intensely affected by concepts of war and justice.00:18:50 — Media Rebuttal: Challenging the prevailing media narrative that the world is deteriorating.00:22:20 — Personal Transformation: Manisha's journey from active protests to introspective impact.00:25:36 — Mindset Changes: The uphill battle of changing societal perspectives for a better world.00:30:35 — Power of Small Acts: The ripple effect of simple, local actions like library volunteering.00:38:13 — Importance of Voting: A call to democratic participation as both a right and a privilege, underlining the impact on future generations.00:44:00 — Community Inclusivity: Manisha introduces scholarship options for the Teach Your Kids community, emphasizing inclusivity. This podcast is made possible through a generous grant from the Vela Education FundVELA Education Fund is catalyzing a vibrant alternative education ecosystem. 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We want our children to face the world fearlessly, but we also want them to be careful. We want them to embrace all the joy and ecstasy life has to offer them, and also to be aware of the unnecessary suffering human beings endure. We want our children to know the truth, and we want to protect them from the horrors. We talk about all of this and more with Anastasia Higginbotham, author, artist, and activist who created the Ordinary Terrible Things children's book series. Higginbotham collages her books by hand, and she helps us make meaning out of whatever broken, ragged, unraveling life circumstances we face.

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In honor of Banned Books Week, this week's show dives into books that help start conversations with kids, even and especially when they're touching upon tough topics. Anastasia's Not My Idea: A Book About Whiteness struck a chord last year as parents looked for books to help kids understand our national racial reckoning, and her entire series, Ordinary Terrible Things, is a conversation-starter for kids and parents alike about topics that are hard, sometimes taboo, and always important.

Today's Book: Tell Me About Sex, Grandma by Anastasia Higginbotham http://anastasiahigginbotham.com/tell-me-about-sex-grandma/ Barb has been raving about this book since she stumbled upon it at an independent bookstore on a road trip. Tune in to hear about why it is so beloved and how it can be used to open up conversations about sex...and how the book itself is a model for how to have these conversations! Additional notes: https://amaze.org/jr/

Anastasia Higginbotham shares WHAT YOU DON’T KNOW: A Story of Liberated Childhood. It wasn’t that long ago that Anastasia joined me on the podcast to talk about NOT MY IDEA: A Book About Whiteness. Anastasia gets right to the heart of conversations, always working to secure the dignity, humanity, and power of her readers, our children. She talks about kids being raised by people who know what the world is and, in the process, how it feels to sweat every detail in crafting a story of liberated childhood. This, my friends, is a conversation I am so proud of, and one I hope connects deeply with you (and sticks with you long after). You can access even more information about this book and its author by visiting www.matthewcwinner.com/blog. Get a copy of this book and support independent bookstores (and this podcast) by visiting our BookShop Store. Support us on Patreon at patreon.com/matthewcwinner or on Paypal at paypal.me/childrensbkpod

This week Seth is joined by parent Jason Cianciotto, health educator and parent Lauren Schneider, and parent Marianne Scarfo for a discussion about how to talk to kids about Sexual Orientation.   Show Notes: 7:33- Tell Me About Sex Grandma, by Anastasia Higginbotham 16:04- Changing Bodies Changing Lives, by Ruth Alexander 30:26- Families Families Families, by Suzanne & Max Lang 1:12:10- Transgender 101, by Nick Teich 1:24:35- LGBT Youth in America's Schools, by Jason Cianciotto 1:25:17- Big Mouth (TV Show) 1:27:47- Love Makes a Family, by Sophie Beer 1:28:22- The Family Book, by Todd Parr The Great Big Book of Families, by Mary Hoffman Sex is a Funny Word & What Makes a Baby, by Cory Silverberg The Every Body Book, by Rachel E. Simon kids-ask.org Arthur Episode where Mr Ratburn Gets Married Queer Kid Stuff Amaze.org 1:31:15-  It's Not The Stork Series, by Robie H. Harris These Thems Webseries 1:34:55- Jeopardy 2020 Teachers Tournament 1:37:55- Rainbow Dads Facebook Group 1:38:33- What Do I Say Answering Children's Questions Faceook group 1:39:20- cacophonydaniels.com (Drag Queen) Find us on the web! www.radchildpodcast.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Contact us: radchildpodcast@gmail.com Be a guest Donate Buy Rad Merch      

Councilmember Andre Dickens shares his thoughts on the mayor’s decision. Also, J.C. Roper and Douglas Burrell, equity partners at the Atlanta-based law firm Drew, Eckl & Farnham, discuss their firm’s approach to diversity and inclusion. Finally, children’s book author Anastasia Higginbotham shares ways parents can talk with their children about racism and racial equity.

In this week's special, Seth and Rebecca talk about their favorite books for talking to kids about racial injustice and police brutality.   5:06 - Something Happened in Our Town: A child's Story About Racial Injustice, by Ann Hazzard, Marianne Celano, and Marietta Collins 25:43-  Not my Idea, by Anastasia Higginbotham 45:41- Antiracist Baby, by Ibram X. Kendi 49:48- Woke Baby, by Mahogany L. Browne 50:40 - Black-Owned Bookstores 53:21 - Momma Did You Hear the News, by Sanya Whittaker Gragg 1:03:22 Sylvia and Marsha Start a Revolution! by Joy Ellison 1:04:46   The Every Body Book, bu Rachel E. Simon   Find us on the web! Rad Child Podcast: www.radchildpodcast.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Contact us: radchildpodcast@gmail.com Be a guest Donate Buy Rad Merch Shift Book Box: https://www.shiftbookbox.com/ Facebook Instagram Twitter  

As antiracism protests engulf the nation, DJ convenes a panel of experts--all parents--to talk about how to raise our kids in this moment. For more on the panelists:Loretta Ross, Quiana Perkins (UUAA, BLUU), Rachel Parsons, Anastasia Higginbotham, Akiko Cooks (No Racism in Schools #1865), Shannon Foley Martinez, Matthias Kirsch.To view the discussion on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCS-fEONxYQcGn31at0uRKWQ.For more on the Fourth Universalist Society in the City of New York, which sponsored the event:http://4thu.org/. 

Biz is joined by author and activist Anastasia Higginbotham to talk about how to discuss deeply uncomfortable topics with our kids. Would you rather try to get your toddler to wear mittens or would you rather talk with your kid about death? Let's be honest, both are difficult things to do, but one may be the real parenting job. Anastasia’s books cover topics like death, sex and whiteness and we cannot recommend them enough. Plus, Biz is a steely ship and we are all still doing a good job.Follow Anastasia on Twitter @AHigginBooks,  on Instagram at ahigginsbooks, and on her website at Anastasiahigginbotham.com. Her books Not My Idea: A Book About Whiteness, Death Is Stupid, Divorce is the Worst, and Tell Me About Sex, Grandma are all available wherever you buy books.  Mental Health Resources:Suicide Prevention Hotline: Call or chat. They are here to help anyone in crisis. Adults, children, LGBTQ, disaster survivors, you name it, they can help.https://suicidepreventionlifeline.organd number 1-800-273-8255 and there is a chat option on the website. Crisis Text Line: Text from anywhere in the USA (also Canada and the UK) to text with a trained counselor. A real human being. USA text 741741Canada text 686868UK text 85258Website: https://www.crisistextline.orgNational Sexual Assault: Call 800.656.HOPE (4673) to be connected with a trained staff member from a sexual assault service provider in your area.https://www.rainn.org National Domestic Violence Hotline: Tip: You can quickly leave this website by clicking on the “X” icon in the bottom right or by pressing the Escape key twice. Users of the Microsoft Edge web browser will not be able to use the “back” button to re-enter the website after hitting the “X” or “Escape” button. https://www.thehotline.org/help/Our advocates are available 24/7 at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233) in more than 200 languages. All calls are free and confidential.They suggest that if you are a victim and cannot seek help, ask a friend or family member to call for you.Teletherapy Search:https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/online-counselingCheck out Theresa’s book! It Feels Good To Be Yourself is available now wherever books are sold.Our book You’re Doing A Great Job!: 100 Ways You’re Winning at Parenting! is available wherever books are sold.Thank you to all our listeners who support the show as monthly members of MaximumFun.org.Share your genius and fail moments! Call 206-350-9485Be sure to tell us at the top of your message whether you’re leaving a genius moment, a fail, or a rant! Thanks!!Share a personal or commercial message on the show! Details at MaximumFun.org/Jumbotron.Subscribe to One Bad Mother in Apple PodcastsJoin our mailing listJoin the amazing community that is our private One Bad Mother Facebook groupFollow One Bad Mother on TwitterFollow Biz on TwitterFollow Theresa on TwitterLike us on Facebook!Get a OBM tee, tank, baby onesie, magnet or bumper sticker from the MaxFunStoreYou can suggest a topic or a guest for an upcoming show by sending an email to onebadmother@maximumfun.org.Show MusicOpening theme: Summon the Rawk, Kevin MacLeod (http://incompetech.com)Ones and Zeros, Awesome, Beehive Sessions (http://awesomeinquotes.com, also avail on iTunes)Mom Song, Adira Amram, Hot Jams For Teens (http://adiraamram.com, avail on iTunes)Telephone, Awesome, Beehive Sessions (http://awesomeinquotes.com, also avail on iTunes)Closing music: Mama Blues, Cornbread Ted and the Butterbeans

Anastasia Higginbotham (@AHigginBooks) shares NOT MY IDEA: A BOOK ABOUT WHITENESS. Anastasia’s Ordinary Terrible Things book series has taken on the topics of divorce, death, and sex using straightforward language and respecting the reader with each page. Her most recent entry in the series is called NOT MY IDEA: A BOOK ABOUT WHITENESS and it has been one of my most-talked about books ever since a colleague shared it with me at the beginning of this school year. Anastasia talks at length about the work that went into creating this book, laying the art from found materials, handwriting the text, and crafting the story around her own experience of processing racial injustice and White supremacy. It’s an absolutely exceptional book and one that provides the necessary space and language for confronting Whiteness and working against the historic and ongoing oppression of Black men, women, and children. You can access even more information about this book and its author by visiting www.matthewcwinner.com/blog. Get a copy of this book and support independent bookstores (and this podcast) by visiting our BookShop Store.   Thank you to this week's sponsor: Bookclub (Patreon) Libro.fm And to the generous support from our Patrons.

Today, we tented with some Black Anabaptist kindred: Osheta Moore, Jerrell Williams, and Glen Guyton. Sister Osheta called her "Dear White Peacemakers" following to show up for anti-racism in better ways than we are. Pastor Megan follows her lead: I'm sorry. I'm listening. I'm learning. Also: Mennonites & Police Abolitionism - if we don't have the ancestors we need in this work, then our call is to BECOME the ancestors we wish we had. [sermon begins at 22:10]+++PHOTO: "Defund SPD," by Megan Ramer, June 2020+++Permission to podcast the music in this service obtained from One License with license #A-726929. All rights reserved.How Can We Be Silent - Words and Music by Michael Mahler, © 2003, GIA Publications, Inc.We walk by faith and not by sight - Words by Henry Alford; Music by Marty Haugen, © 1984, GIA Publications, Inc.My Soul Cries Out - Words and Music by Rory Cooney, © 1990, GIA Publications, Inc. (arrangement of Irish traditional tune)Other credits:Not My Idea: A Book About Whiteness (Ordinary Terrible Things), by Anastasia Higginbotham.

This week Seth, Rebecca, and Chrystal share their favorite picture books about death & grief.  Show Notes 00:45- Death is Stupid, by Anastasia Higginbotham 00:53- The Ordinary Terrible Things Series, by Anastasia Higginbotham 15:43- The Memory Box, by Joanna Rowland 24:45- The Remembering Day/El Dia De Los Muertos, by Pat Mora 25:20- Just In Case: A Trickster Tale and Spanish Alphabet Book, by Yuyi Morales 28:26- A Gift For Abuelita: Celebrating the Day of the Dead, by Nancy Luenn 31:51 Annabelle & Aiden: What Happens When We Die?, by J.R. Becker 39:43- The Remember Balloons,  by Jessie Oliveros 50:54: Nanna Upstairs & Nanna Downstairs, by Tommy dePaola 57:05- The Fall Of Freddy the Leaf, by Leo Buscaglia Find us on the web! Rad Child Podcast: www.radchildpodcast.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Contact us: radchildpodcast@gmail.com Be a guest Donate Buy Rad Merch Shift Book Box: https://www.shiftbookbox.com/ Facebook Instagram Twitter

This week Seth is joined by author of Parenting Beyond Pink and Blue, Dr. Christia Spears Brown, and non-binary parent Kaylyne Kreiger is a conversation about gender roles and the effects they have on children as well as how to raise kids in a gender irrelevant way.  Show Notes: 1:05:56- Tell Me About Sex, Grandma, by Anastasia Higginbotham 1:08:40- Not My Idea, A Book About Whiteness, by Anastasia Higginbotham 1:10:46- Who Are You: The Kid's Guide to Gender Identity, by Brook Pessin-Whedbee 1:16:18- Creatable World Dolls 1:18:42- Cher Corps, Je T'aime, by Jessica Sanders 1:48:00- Welcomingschools.org 1:49:56- Gender Neutral Parenting, by Paige Lucas Stannard 1:51:08- Big Bob, Little Bob, by James Howe 1:52:56- Pink is for Boys, by Robb Pearlman 1:54:22- Meet Polkadot, by Talcott Broadhead 1:56:09-Parenting Beyond Pink and Blue   Find us on the web! www.radchildpodcast.com Facebook Twitter Instagram Contact us: radchildpodcast@gmail.com Be a guest Donate Buy Rad Merch

In honor of Black History Month, I am excited to announce our 3 fabulous guests starting next week: Vaneese Thomas, Everett Bradley and Gail Blache-Gill. But for today, I want to start off Black History Month by reading a children’s story. This story resonates with my longing to do what I can to dismantle white supremacy. The book is called “Not My Idea: A Book About Whiteness”, written and illustrated by Anastasia Higginbotham. Check the show notes for links to Anastasia’s website. Whether you purchase this book or find your own creative ways to address the scary, uncomfortable ways we avoid these issues, please join me in doing what we can to dismantle racism. As the book says, we can be white without signing onto Whiteness! Enjoy the podcast. Links: www.anastasiahigginbotham.com Not My Idea Rev. angel Kyoda williams www.enlighten.nyc Enlighten on Instagram

Join Seth, Chrystal, and Rebecca as they talk about the best kids books around the topics of sex and consent. See www.radchildpodcast.com for full show notes! 1:04- Sex is a Funny Word, by Cory Silverberg 3:26- It's Not the Stork Series, by Robie H Harris (Recommended With Caution) 7:02- Wait, What? by Heather Corinna 10:06- Tell Me About Sex, Grandma, by Anastasia Higginbotham 16:30- A Kid's First Book About Sex, by Joani Blank (Recommended With Caution) 16:31- The Playbook for Kids About Sex, by Joani Blank (Recommended with Caution) Both Joani Blank books available for download here. 31:51- C is for Consent, by Eleanor Morrison 32:19- Statistic Sources: RAINN The Hornbook 1 The Hornbook 2 The Conscious Kid The Office on Woman’s Health 37:45- Sex Ed Rescue 38:58- Your Body Belongs to You (Not Recommended) 41:08- The Rad Coloring Book 41:57- No Means No! by Jayneen Sanders 42:06-Let's Talk About Body Boundaries, Consent, & Respect, by Jayneen Sanders 42:38- Miles is the Boss of His Own Body, Abbie Schiller and Samantha Counter 45:12- What's The Big Secret? (Not Recommended) 

This week Seth is joined by guests Isy Abraham-Raveson, Anastasia Higginbotham, and Rachel E. Simon as they discuss how to talk to kids about Sex and Consent. 2:14- The Ordinary Terrible Things Series, by Anastasia Higginbotham 2:20- Tell Me About Sex, Grandma, by Anastasia Higginbotham 3:32- The Every Body Book, by Rachel E. Simon 56:42- Shift Book Box 1:04:18- What Makes A Baby, by Cory Silverberg 10:05:57- Where Did I Come From?, by Peter Mayle (Not Recommended) 1:09:28- The Great Big Hug, by Isy Abraham-Raveson 1:17:29- Let’s Talk About Body Boundaries, Consent, and Respect, by Jayneen Sanders 1:24:11- Amaze.org 1:24:33- Queer Kid Stuff 1:24:51- Sex Positive Families 1:26:00- The Three R’s Curriculum 1:26:27- Sex is A Funny Word, by Cory Silverberg 1:26:30- Miles is the Boss of HIs Body, by Abbie Schiller 1:26:54- C is for Consent, by Eleanor Morrison 1:27:00- No Means No! by Jayneen Sanders 1:27:11- Mary Jo Padgurski Book Series 1:28:28- It’s Not The Stork, by Robie Harris (Not Recommended) 1:28:47- You Be You! by Jonathan Branfman 1:29:10- Scarleteen 1:29:20- Sex Ed Rescue 1:30:08 Wait, What? by Heather Corinna 1:30:46- A Kid’s First Book About Sex PDF 1:34:47- Not My Idea, by Anastasia Higginbotham

On this week’s episode: The hosts answer listener questions about a teen in need of some support about their sensitive mom and what to do about a little that likes dressing up as problematic princesses. We also welcome Aminta Steinbach as this week’s special host. As usual, we share our triumphs and fails and offer up some recommendations. On Slate Plus, Aminta talks about life as a live-in aunt. Recommendations: Rebecca recommends a gif that exemplifies sibling relationships. Dan recommends clearing out your backyard and letting nature take its course. Aminta recommends the book Not My Idea: A Book About Whiteness by Anastasia Higginbotham. Join us on Facebook and email us at momanddad@slate.com to tell us what you thought of today’s show and give us ideas for what we should talk about in future episodes. Got questions that you’d like us to answer? Call and leave us a message at 424-255-7833. Podcast produced by Jess Jupiter. This episode is brought to you by Little Passports, for adventurous kids with curious minds. Go to littlepassports.com/momanddad to learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week’s episode: The hosts answer listener questions about a teen in need of some support about their sensitive mom and what to do about a little that likes dressing up as problematic princesses. We also welcome Aminta Steinbach as this week’s special host. As usual, we share our triumphs and fails and offer up some recommendations. On Slate Plus, Aminta talks about life as a live-in aunt. Recommendations: Rebecca recommends a gif that exemplifies sibling relationships. Dan recommends clearing out your backyard and letting nature take its course. Aminta recommends the book Not My Idea: A Book About Whiteness by Anastasia Higginbotham. Join us on Facebook and email us at momanddad@slate.com to tell us what you thought of today’s show and give us ideas for what we should talk about in future episodes. Got questions that you’d like us to answer? Call and leave us a message at 424-255-7833.  Podcast produced by Jess Jupiter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Patreons who support with just $3 per month and above get exclusive weekly bonus content, too. Literally, every pledge sends me into an excited squeal of delight. patreon.com/sgrpodcast I am constantly on the lookout for people who are doing amazing, inspiring, fun things in the world of sex and relationships. So, you just know I had to reach out to Feminist Press when I saw they were publishing a children's book with the title, "Tell Me About Sex, Grandma." And what better time to celebrate kids and parenting and sex and divorce and healing than Mother's Day? Anastasia Higginbotham is the author of a series of books called Ordinary Terrible Things aimed at helping kids to understand and find words for things like sex, divorce, death, racism, and queerness. Anastasia's books are about centering kids' wisdom and giving them space to have a full range of feelings and permission to be who they are. But the magic of these books is also in their healing power for grown-ups. If you were raped or molested, "Tell Me About Sex, Grandma" will offer a balm to your young self about what happened. If your parents split when you were young, "Divorce is the Worst" gives you permission to sit in those big feelings you may have tried to hide years ago. This is the kind of stuff that overturns patriarchy and helps young people realize that they actually hold a tremendous amount of wisdom and power. Also, at the end of this week's episode is a sneak peek of next week's incredible episode on abortion. Please do stay tuned. Follow Sex Gets Real on Twitter and Facebook. It's true. Oh! And Dawn is on Instagram. Resources discussed in this episode You can pre-order "Tell Me About Sex, Grandma" and purchase "Death is Stupid" and "Divorce is the Worst" from Feminist Press, and you know I love supporting feminist, independent sources, so please do buy from them over Amazon or a big box retailer. About Anastasia Higginbotham Anastasia Higginbotham is a writer and artist who created the children’s book series Ordinary Terrible Things, published by the Feminist Press. The series includes Divorce Is the Worst (2015), Death Is Stupid (2016), and Tell Me About Sex, Grandma (2017). It’s been embraced by children and adults for empowering and trusting kids as the authority on their own lives. Higginbotham makes the books in collage on brown grocery bag paper with clippings from magazines and catalogs, and bits of fabric and jewelry that have special meaning. Higginbotham’s series is informed by more than 20 years as a speechwriter for New York City nonprofits that combat all kinds of injustice. For 10 years, Higginbotham taught full impact self-defense to kids and adults with Prepare Inc., coaching students ages 6 and up to breathe, talk, and fight their way through confrontation and attack scenarios. Her essays have appeared in Huffington Post, Ms., Bitch, The Sun, Women’s Media Center, and The Women’s Review of Books. She’s featured in the anthologies, Listen Up: Voices from the Next Feminist Generation, 30 Things Every Girl Should Know About Women’s History, and Yes Means Yes: Visions of Female Sexual Power and a World Without Rape. She is a 2015 Hedgebrook Fellow. You can stay in touch with Anastasia on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @ahigginbooks. Listen and subscribe to Sex Gets Real Listen and subscribe on iTunes Check us out on Stitcher Don't forget about I Heart Radio's Spreaker Pop over to Google Play Use the player at the top of this page. Now available on Spotify. Search for "sex gets real". Find the Sex Gets Real channel on IHeartRadio. Hearing from you is the best Contact form: Click here (and it's anonymous)

Talking with Children about Life & Death In keeping with our “Big Talks” theme, this episode focuses on how parents can face and manage conversations about death with their children. Beginning with memories from their childhoods and concluding with money tips and resources, Dr. Sara and Dr. John ramble from practical tips to philosophical truths. Best of all, sandwiched in the middle is an interview with Dr. Tina Barrett, executive director of the Tamarack Grief Resource Center in Missoula, MT. Dr. Tina opens with a quote from Mr. Rogers, encouraging parents to provide their children with honest and simple responses to questions about death. She describes how parents can face distress together with their children in ways that builds strengths. Dr. Tina also provides ideas for how parents can talk about grief in ways that combine spirituality with biological realities. If you’re not sure how to talk with children about death, a dose of Dr. Tina’s wisdom may be just what you need. This podcast is brought to you by the Charles Engelhard Foundation, and the National Parenting Education Network.   Resources Mentioned in This Episode: The Fall of Freddy the Leaf: A Story of Life for All Ages By: Leo Buscaglia   Death is Stupid by Anastasia Higginbotham

We talk to hilarious filmmaker and writer John Waters about a serious subject: how to create a life as an artist. And we ask children's book writer Anastasia Higginbotham why she titles her latest book TELL ME ABOUT SEX, GRANDMA. And Kirkus' editors give you the inside scoop on which bestsellers you ought run out and buy...and which you can safely ignore!