April 30th, 2013
Should kindergartners do detention for being late?
Conversation of the Week
What does your family think about education issues, sports scandals and the latest campaign headlines? Each week, The Family Dinner Project posts a summary of a current news story, along with thought-provoking questions that will help your family talk about topics that matter.
Basket Case: Considering the Rutgers Scandal
April 17th, 2013
As the spring sports season heats up, some conversation about coaching
Sign of the Times: What’s a Parent to Do?
April 2nd, 2013
Should parents be using public shaming as punishment?
On the Presidential Menu: Healthy Dialogue
March 19th, 2013
An example of how simply talking and truly listening can bridge differences
Television: The Great Influencer?
February 22nd, 2013
Does TV impact how we behave? We offer some questions to get your family talking.
Talking About Caring & Kindness
February 11th, 2013
On a daily basis, how do you show your family and community that you care?
Duct Tape Dilemma
February 5th, 2013
Should a middle school teacher lose her job for posting a picture of her students on Facebook?
Where Kindness is King
January 29th, 2013
Three students surprise a beloved classmate with the homecoming crown. We offer questions on kindness and difference.
A Hero’s Fall from Grace
January 22nd, 2013
Lance Armstrong’s confession sparks questions about winning, cheating, lying and forgiveness.
Should Celebrities Think Twice About the Products They Endorse?
January 10th, 2013
A columnist has criticized Beyonce for endorsing Pepsi. Do you agree?