Parenting
Whose Homework is it Anyway?
Too much or not enough? To help or not to help? Homework…these are the questions. When I was asked about it recently, I realized I have very strong opinions on the subject. Here are a few of the things I feel passionately about: Homework should be either a review, a...Be Inspired
One common thread among successful people is that they’ve all been inspired in some way or another. I know that when I created Blue’s Clues, it was my brother, who is 14 years younger than me, who served as my inspiration. When he was six, I saw him physically...High-Protein Snacks You and Your Kids Will Love
After a long day at school, my children usually need an energy boost to hold them over until dinnertime. And honestly, a little pick-me-up that doesn’t play see-saw with my blood sugar levels helps get me through an afternoon slump, too. If you’re tempted to raid the...Blue’s Clues Actor Co-Stars in The Muppets!
Who else pre-bought tickets to the Muppets?! We did! On premiere day, Greg and I took the girls to see the new Muppet Movie. We were all excited…and we loved it! I have to admit that I got choked up a few times – especially at the idea that I was sharing...Learning from Penn State
We have all heard far too much regarding the Penn State incident and the trending statistics have gratefully subsided. But one aspect which has barely had it’s surface scratched and is negatively affected by such an occurrence, is the stigma that most men must...Life Clues
Through my book, LIFE CLUES, I share lessons I learned while earning my Master's Degree in Child Development, my many years as a researcher, and while I was creating, writing, and producing billion dollar media brands for kids. The 20 lessons I outline in the book will help you unlock your joy, happiness, passion and positive thinking. It's like we found a fountain of youth!It is always possible. Through practicing radical kindness–toward ourselves, with loved ones, and to the world at large–we can transform ourselves, our neighborhood, and our world for the better.
