Two local schools teach students about the intersection of ecology, food and social principles. The concept is called agroecology.
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Posted inBooks, Review
Book review: Friendship is at the center of Squatchicorns
“Deep in the cold North woods lived a young Sasquatch. He was bigger than you and smaller than me, and hairier than both of us.” Thus opens “Squatchicorns,” by part-time Maine resident Ellen Potter, the latest in her series about Hugo, a Sasquatch, and his young human friend Boone. In this adventure, Boone commands Hugo […]
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Posted inBooks, Review
Book review: The school we all wish we’d attended
In Chris Van Dusen’s latest picture book, Abe Lincoln teaches history and field trips go to Mars.
Posted inEditorials, Opinion
Another View: Want to reopen and stay open? Bail out child care providers
We can’t have a strong and prosperous economy if a significant portion of the population can’t work.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: For the divorced, co-parenting in a pandemic is problematic
Legal practitioners offer some perspective on how to abide by Maine’s stay-at-home order.
Posted inMaine
Pandemic sparks concerns about child abuse in Maine
Child abuse hotline calls have declined sharply since the coronavirus closed schools in the state, cutting at-risk children off from the people most likely to report problems.
Posted inFood, Maine Gardener
Maine Gardener: Mommy, I’m bored! Have you heard that lately?
While we all wait out the coronavirus at home, consider a garden project with the kids.
Posted inFood
How to cook for and with your kids during extended school closures
In the time of coronavirus, give them control over food, as much as you can, and comfort.
Posted inArts & Entertainment, Books, Review
One local writer, two books, and two very different emotions
Charlotte Agell’s latest publications for kids boldly address both joy and sorrow.
Posted inFood
Need a recipe for a fun school break?
Milk Maggie, eat Mickey, visit Lenny or try other food-related activities in Greater Portland that parents and kids can do together – or on their own – while school is out.