Tag: Editor’s Letter
A Halloween Plea: Why Kids Should Still Head Out on Oct....
Metro Parent's editor-in-chief reminisces of past Halloween traditions and gives a desperate Halloween plea to put the trick-or-treating back in the holiday.
Nature Experiences in School Sow the Seeds of Learning
Metro Parent's editor-in-chief discusses the nature experiences she had in elementary school and why similar hands-on learning could benefit kids today.
The Wonder Years vs. Testy Toddlers: A Love-Hate Relationship
Metro Parent’s Editor-in-chief discusses why she feels that the toddler years are magical and also how this developmental stage can also be tough on parents.
In Search of the Little House on the Prairie Life
Metro Parent's editor-in-chief talks Little House on the Prairie life, why she wanted it as a kid and how living a simple life can benefit families.
Kids and Corsages: Why School Dances Still Matter for Kids Today
Metro Parent's editor-in-chief discusses why school dances still matter for kids, despite how parents might feel about them.
Heart vs. Head: Reflecting on Childhood Anxiety
Metro Parent's editor-in-chief reflects on the childhood anxiety she dealt with and how it relates to part one of our Kids Mental Health series.
Getting Your Wheels Going Again When You’re Stuck in a Rut
Metro Parent's editor in chief discusses ways to break up monotony when you're stuck in a rut and the resurgence of a familiar activity that daring kids will love.
Now Versus 1980: Reflecting on Michigan’s Education Issues
Metro Parent's editor-in-chief reminisces on how she felt behind when transferring to a Michigan school and how it relates to Michigan's education issues today.
A New Perspective and a Feeling of Gratitude
Metro Parent's editor-in-chief talks about her struggle to find a feeling of gratitude when life got her down and this month's cover story, which aims to help kids find it too.
Kids Facing Fears and the Example of Marge
Metro Parent's editor-in-chief talks about the October 2018 cover story, which focuses on helping kids face their fears, and her childhood neighbor who let fear cripple her in many ways.
Help and Hope for the Anti-Athlete Kid
Metro Parent's editor-in-chief discusses the September 2018 cover story and why it's important for kids to find physical activities that they love.