PinnedKaren GrossGive an Author as a Gift this HolidayI have been wondering about really good gifts this year. I want to make sure we give something now that has real meaning. I gave bowls…2 min read·Dec 22, 2020--1--1
PinnedKaren GrossLady Lucy’s Dinosaur Quest: A Joyful Christmas Release in the UKLet me begin here: I write a children’s book series titled Lady Lucy’s Quest about a feisty multi-racial heroine who becomes a knight in…6 min read·Dec 19, 2020--1--1
PinnedKaren GrossA Fun Strategy for Families/Friends During HolidayHolidays are hard for many generally and now specifically. So, here’s something to try whether you are near or far, in person or remote…1 min read·Nov 28, 2020----
PinnedKaren GrossA Set of Strategies to Help Students Understand and Process the Presidential Election: Ready for…We need to help children (and adults) process the election for President. Here are a set of strategies/activities that educators can adapt…4 min read·Nov 7, 2020----
PinnedKaren GrossTime to Prepare for Election and Its Aftermath: Make Trauma Toolboxes Now!Worried about the election and possible violence? Me too, regardless of outcome. This creates anxiety and tension and possible trauma…1 min read·Nov 2, 2020----
Karen GrossBanning Cell Phones in Schools Isn’t the Answer; Here Are Better OptionsLet’s call it the Cell Phone Conundrum. There is a growing debate on the use of cell phones in schools as well as the massive use of social…8 min read·3 days ago----
Karen GrossMeanness: What is Wrong with Us?Drawing by Karen Gross titled “Wrapped” (2020)6 min read·6 days ago----
Karen GrossAn Unbelievable Water Mess: Adult Meanness AboundsThe story I am about to share stands in sharp contrast to the Kindness Rocks shown above. In fact, the story is so bizarre and so…7 min read·Jun 11, 2024----
Karen GrossA Play I Just Saw by Solstice Lauren and Its Many MessagesArtwork (digitized photograph of artist’s painting) by Karen Gross, Eclipse Series # 10 (2024)4 min read·Jun 9, 2024----