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Nikkolas Smith’s The Artivist: Here’s why every family, every school, every library needs this inspiring new picture book.

Nikkolas Smith’s The Artivist: Here’s why every family, every school, every library needs this inspiring new picture book.

by Liz Gumbinner | Books for Kids, Doing Good

“Activism is the power to spark the compassion and the empathy of the whole world,” says the young narrator of The Artivist. the stunning and important new children’s book from architect turned Disney Imagineer turned best-selling author/illustrator...
Here are the organizations fighting against unnecessary gun violence. Don’t lose hope.

Here are the organizations fighting against unnecessary gun violence. Don’t lose hope.

by Liz Gumbinner | Doing Good, Thinking : Parent

While this is not a political site per se, we have never shied away from sharing the causes, concerns and values that are dear to us as parents and as humans. And so I would be remiss if I didn’t write about unnecessary gun violence and what we can do about it....
The Maui wildfires and how to help: A list of trusted organizations (Updated)

The Maui wildfires and how to help: A list of trusted organizations (Updated)

by Liz Gumbinner | Doing Good

It’s been devastating watching the fires in Maui this week, and I’ve been looking for some ways to help. Their hospitals are overwhelmed, historic sites have been burnt to the ground, thousands have been evacuated, families are searching for missing loved...
Social media, sexuality and school shootings: Tips for 10 hard talks every parent will have with their kids

Social media, sexuality and school shootings: Tips for 10 hard talks every parent will have with their kids

by Kate Etue | Doing Good, Tips + Tricks

I’ve entered the parenting stage that involves a lot more talking about the important issues in my kids’ lives — and in the world around them. Which is why we’re sharing these tips for hard talks to have with your kids. There’s something...
The Earthquake in Türkiye and Syria: What we can do to help

The Earthquake in Türkiye and Syria: What we can do to help

by Liz Gumbinner | Doing Good

As the overwhelmingly huge rescue and recovery efforts are underway in southern Türkiye and northern Syria after the devastating 7.8 earthquake, so many of us want to find ways to help the 15 million people in need of humanitarian assistance. The numbers of dead keep...
These creative teens have turned a passion for tie-dye into an amazing charitable effort.

These creative teens have turned a passion for tie-dye into an amazing charitable effort.

by Lisa Barnes | Doing Good, Fashion

We have heard that the kids are alright. And in today’s world, it’s always exciting to see teens who are not just being entrepreneurial, but doing good things with their efforts. Like really, really good things. Enter Tie Dye For A Good Cause. New York...
17 Gen Z gifts that give back to the incredible causes they care about | Holiday Gift Guide

17 Gen Z gifts that give back to the incredible causes they care about | Holiday Gift Guide

by Christina Refford | Doing Good, Holiday Picks

For this year’s holiday gift guide, we really wanted to share some creative, irreverent, sassy and smart Gen Z gifts that give back to causes that our teens and young adults care about. We have Gen Z kids ourselves, and we know first hand how passionate they can...
Voting help and Election Day resources 2022: How to find your voting place, watch the polls, report voter intimidation and more.

Voting help and Election Day resources 2022: How to find your voting place, watch the polls, report voter intimidation and more.

by Liz Gumbinner | Doing Good, Thinking : Parent, Tips + Tricks

You might have heard, but there’s a super important midterm election this Tuesday, November 8 in the US. There’s a lot on the line that impacts our lives, including bodily autonomy for women and girls, the cost of prescription drugs, maintaining social...
What is Indigenous People’s Day? Great resources for talking to your kids, because Native American history is American history.

What is Indigenous People’s Day? Great resources for talking to your kids, because Native American history is American history.

by Liz Gumbinner | Books for Kids, Doing Good, Thinking : Parent

Today, the second Monday in October, is the day that’s been traditionally celebrated as “Columbus Day” in the U.S., but knowing now what we know about Christopher Columbus, the holiday is fast transforming into Indigenous People’s Day. If...
This wonderful activity kit for kids welcomes refugees to their new home.

This wonderful activity kit for kids welcomes refugees to their new home.

by Christina Refford | Doing Good, Toys + Playthings

As the daughter of an immigrant and a long-time resident of Massachusetts, I watched in disgust as Florida’s governor tried to humiliate and punish vulnerable migrants by flying them, unannounced, to the island of Martha’s Vineyard. Without any support...
Gen Z for Equity: This teen’s small business is taking a stand against racism

Gen Z for Equity: This teen’s small business is taking a stand against racism

by Christina Refford | Cards + Stationery, Doing Good

If your kids’ book covers or school folders are looking a little plain this early in the school year, take a look at the cool social justice stickers we’ve just discovered from new, teen-led Etsy shop Gen Z for Equity. The stickers were all designed by...
Donate to an abortion fund. You’ll save a life.

Donate to an abortion fund. You’ll save a life.

by Liz Gumbinner | Doing Good, Thinking : Parent

To say that I am furious about an activist Supreme Court overturning Roe v Wade (held up in 1992 in Planned Parenthood vs Casey) and thereby overturning 50 years of constitutionally protected rights to reproductive healthcare — well, that would be the...
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