Failure is not separate from learning. When a child fails, something essential happens — which we see if we are attentive. In this world of comparison, failure can turn into shame. We live in a ...

Why is Christian Science in our name? Our name is about honesty. The Monitor is owned by The First Church of Christ, Scientist, and we’ve always been transparent about that. The church publishes the ...

Imagine sending your child to a federally funded early-childhood program, thinking they’re in a safe, nurturing environment, only to discover they’ve been repeatedly exposed to hazardous mold. Imagine ...

Ever catch yourself swooping in to fix every little problem for your child? It feels natural to want to protect them, but more parents are starting to do the opposite. They’re stepping back and ...

Most parents today are attempting to raise “star” children in one area or another be it sports, the arts or academics. This parental desire to see their offspring shine leaves little room for children ...

As a parent, all you can do is stand there helplessly and watch your child open their A-level results envelope. You’re waiting for a smile or tears to indicate if they passed with flying colours or ...

[Editor’s Note: This article is the first installment of “Does Your Community Care About Children?”, a four-part series by Colin Greer and Reynard Loki. The series examines overlapping crises facing ...