Shelley Butler

The Minneapolis Institute of Arts was full of color and fragrance during the annual Art in Bloom show in spring of 2009.

In Ken Burns' documentary, "The War," Americans rose to the occasion to fight waste and recycle, in an effort to help win World War II. We are fighting a different battle, now, no less important. "The greatest generation" was able to do it, can our generation?

The U.S. Department of Education provides a wealth of great publications for parents, child care providers and teachers for free. This article examines some of the titles available and where to find or order them.

Stories of heroes and heroism are offered in the context of a particular strength of character exhibited.

Mark Twain just may be the first American comic, but as his generation faded, Groucho Marx carried on the comedy torch,which brings us to the comic of today's generation, Ellen Degeneres. 12 quotes to amuse you from 3 generations.

Summer may be out, but if a child is having fun outdoors, the learning continues. Four easy activities to do with adult and child are presented for summer fun.

Using the guidelines found in The Serenity Prayer, all parents, not just parents of addicts, can learn skills valuable in every area of one's life/

If you thought you loved Susan from her albums, you won't believe her live!!

Reading wordless picture books in early child hood is not only great fun, sparks the imagination, and invites kids to "read" on thier own, reading by pictures is a skill on the path to independent reading.

War and crime are facts of life these days, as is violence on TV and in movies. Children need help in understanding these, and help in processing fears. Tips, recommended books, and activities for parents and children inclluded.