Plourde helps make reading a REALity
Books are more than the words inside them.“They take care of you,” said Jan Plourde, director/founder of the REAL program, which stands for reading, educational assistance and... 6 hours ago | Boston Herald
Fahey to parents: Make time for books
The journey to literacy starts at birth.“It’s important to read to your child from day one,” said Dr. Jean Ciborowski Fahey, director of the South Shore Hospital Reading... 6 hours ago | Boston Herald
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Cambridge teacher champions literacy
Literacy means more than just reading books.It means talking about them, too.“There is a definite desire to discuss literature in ways that are meaningful,” said Dr. Kimberly... December 15, 2014 | Boston Herald
Cracking the code of divorce acronyms
Q I have been doing a lot of research on different divorce and custody websites and blogs. I keep seeing lots of abbreviations, but I can’t figure out what they mean.Can you tell... December 14, 2014 | Boston Herald
Dog needs dental work
Dear Dr. John,I recently adopted a middle-aged mutt, and to my surprise I learned that she had bad teeth when I took her in to my new vet for her first visit. The doctor pointed... December 14, 2014 | Boston Herald
Sometimes It’s OK To Break The Rules
Quote of the day:“Following all the rules leaves a completed checklist. Following your heart achieves a completed you.”― Ray DavisSometimes it's OK to break the rules.Rules are... December 12, 2014 | Boston Herald
Something for 
everyone
Some of us are planners and some of us are scramblers. Either way, we could all use a little inspiration when it comes to holiday gift giving. We’ve chosen some especially tricky... December 11, 2014 | Boston Herald
Worry
Quote of the day:“Worrying is using your imagination to create something you don’t want.”-Esther HicksWorry is a magnet. It does not take away tomorrow's issues and drama but it... December 10, 2014 | Boston Herald
Ice bucket, Brazil elections popular on Facebook
Day after day, Facebook captures our best and worst moments, from the birth of a new baby to heated political spats. So what got discussed the most in 2014? The Ice Bucket... December 9, 2014 | Boston Herald