It's easy to get caught up in what we want instead of what we already have. This time of year can be filled with lots of "I want this!" and "I need that!" It can be tough on parents to teach kids ...

Stories of giving and of appreciating everyday wonders will warm hearts and teach valuable lessons this holiday season. By Jennifer Hubert Swan Jennifer Hubert Swan is a school librarian and adjunct ...

These books aren’t all directly about gratitude. But they all offer a chance to chat or think about appreciating another person’s effort, gifts or generosity. These books can also help build empathy ...

Children can forge their own meaningful Thanksgiving traditions, fostering gratitude and family bonds. Simple ideas like a ...

Thanksgiving starts a seasonal push for gratitude that seems to extend through the winter holidays and then abruptly enter hibernation until the leaves turn color again. This time of year brings ample ...

Do you like being told what to do? If you’re like me, the only time you appreciate it is when you’re too tired to pick a place for takeout. Kids don’t love being bossed around either. As adults, we ...