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School to Prison Pipeline: New Bill to Diminish Willful Defiance Suspensions

by Ashley Patek on Dec 15 2019
With efforts to keep children in school and out of the school-to-prison pipeline, teachers and administrators within California school districts will no longer be able to suspend elementary and middle school students for willful defiance, as part of a Senate Bill signed by Gov. Newsom.
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6 Meaningful Christmas Gifts

by Ashley Patek on Nov 19 2019
Rather than storing unwanted toys in the closet, this year give the children on your list meaningful memories instead. Here are six connection-based gift ideas for ages two and up that we love for the holidays.
Justin Baldoni in the store with is tantruming daughter

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Two Men and a Tantruming Toddler

by Alex Petrou on Oct 30 2019
Kids can break into full-on tantrums at the drop of a hat, and nearly every parent has been where actor Justin Baldoni found himself on Father's Day. How can we release fear of judgement and be with our tantruming toddler during their time of need?
PeaceMakers featured in The St. Louis Post Dispatch

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St. Louis Post-Dispatch: A Card Game to Boost Your Child's Emotional Intelligence

by Alex Petrou on Feb 21 2017
When I coerced my family to play a new card game designed to nurture our empathy, the first question was: How do you win? “Oh my god, it’s not that kind of game,” I said. We’re a competitive bunch. Let’s just say I’ve been uninvited from some family game[...] Read More _____________ Generation Mindful creates tools, toys, and programs that nurture emotional intelligence through play and positive discipline. Join us and receive joy in your inbox each week.
Philly Voice: Mindfulness Card Games

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Philly Voice: Mindfulness Card Games: Nurturing Compassion and Peace in Our Families

by Alex Petrou on Oct 12 2016
The table is set and food prepared. Children play nearby; it’s joyously noisy after a busy day of adventuring. My sister and her girls are in town for a week. I treasure every moment as we connect, explore and share stories. "Dinner is ready," I announce[...] Read More _____________ Generation Mindful creates tools, toys, and programs that nurture emotional intelligence through play and positive discipline. Join us and receive joy in your inbox each week.
Amateur Parenting: How a Card Game Transformed My Family

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Amateur Parenting: How a Card Game Transformed My Family in a Matter of Minutes

by Alex Petrou on May 26 2016
When I decided to back the Generation Mindful Kickstarter campaign for PeaceMakers, I had no idea that this choice would change the course of my family in an instant. This might sound like hyperbole, but I’m being completely serious. This card game has[...] Read More _____________ Generation Mindful creates tools, toys, and programs that nurture emotional intelligence through play and positive discipline. Join us and receive joy in your inbox each week.
St. Louis Mom Launches New Parenting Tool

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St. Louis Magazine: St. Louis Mom Launches New Parenting Tool After Raising $7K on Kickstarter

by Alex Petrou on Mar 22 2016
When my son first saw the deck of colorful PeaceMakers cards lying on the counter, he smiled and asked, “What are THESE, Mama?”. He dove right in, mixing them up and picking ones for me to read. He’s only four years old, but he immediately took action[...] Read More ____________ Generation Mindful creates tools, toys, and programs that nurture emotional intelligence through play and positive discipline. Join us and receive joy in your inbox each week.