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Hanukkah, Kwanzaa Deserve More Recognition This December

December 14, 2022 by Tobin Walsh

How might I explain the basics of Hanukkah and Kwanzaa to my children? With a parody of a Christmas classic, of course!

Filed Under: education, events, National Tagged With: Christmas, Hanukkah, holidays, humor, Kwanzaa, poetry

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Endings in Parenting Story Often More Bittersweet, Sad than Happy

January 16, 2019 by Guest Contributor

I never thought about beginnings and endings as a boy. They often seemed simultaneous. But now my twin sons are heading for high school next year.

Filed Under: parenting advice, relationships Tagged With: Bill Peebles, growing up, loss, milestones, poetry

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The Poetry of Fatherhood: ‘Figuring in the Figure’

April 10, 2017 by APW

Boston Dads Group member Ben Berman has a new book of poetry out with several works that explore the joy, terror and drudgery of parenting.

Filed Under: babies / pregnancy, entertainment Tagged With: books, Boston Dads Group, National Poetry Month, poetry

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National Poetry Month: Great to Celebrate with Kids

April 22, 2015 by Adam Gertsacov

We’ve compiled some great resources to help you celebrate National Poetry Month with your child, whether it’s reading poems or writing them.

Filed Under: education, entertainment, National Tagged With: books, fun, National Poetry Month, poetry, reading, tips

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