by Petal Modeste | Jun 10, 2019 | Uncategorized
As the school year closes and kids head outdoors to take advantage of more screen-free activities, I can’t help but think about how much our lives, young and old, are dominated by technology. Several articles this week address how automation and artificial...
by Petal Modeste | Jun 3, 2019 | Uncategorized
Summer fever is spreading like wildfire as the weather becomes warmer and the days become longer. With school about to let out, I am looking forward slowing down and escaping and I was happy to find wonderful articles on everything from poolside safety to a magical...
by Petal Modeste | May 19, 2019 | Uncategorized
Hunger, poverty and inequality continue to afflict the human family and threaten the future of too many of our children. This week, I was inspired by an inventor, a billionaire, a mother, and even a college board, all tackling these scourges through creativity,...
by Petal Modeste | Feb 8, 2019 | Picks of the Week, Uncategorized
Over the past few weeks, I’ve been engaging in conversations with friends, colleagues and experts about how we can prepare today’s kids to thrive in tomorrow’s world. As I prepare to launch my podcast, Parenting for the Future, I feel inspired...
by Petal Modeste | Jan 25, 2019 | Picks of the Week, Uncategorized
As I’m getting ready to launch my podcast, Parenting for the Future, I am meeting remarkable potential interviewees. This week, I had the opportunity to meet a leading figure in early childhood education. I look forward to sharing more with you after we tape our...
by Petal Modeste | Jan 17, 2019 | Picks of the Week, Uncategorized
I am excited to announce that I am gearing up to launch my podcast, Parenting for the Future! Every week, I’ll be sharing my picks of the most interesting and timely parenting articles on my Facebook page, Twitter feed and Pinterest boards, and on my blog. Here are my...