Parents can cultivate excellence, no matter what genetic blueprint.

Many parents ask themselves at one point, what can I do for my child to achieve greatness? Author David Shenk dares to answer this loaded question with his new book The Genius in All of Us: Why everything you have been told about genetics, talent and IQ is wrong. Shenk asserts that genius can be ignited. His book discusses how the nature versus nurture debate has been missing the point all these years. His book shows evidence on how human achievements are the outcome of the nuanced interplay between genes and environment.

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Good books for a good night’s rest… and good dreams.

Every night, after dinner and a bath, my kids have to wind-down with a good book. Actually, most often it would be at least two, three, four or more books – depending on that night’s negotiations. I’ve noticed, not all books are made… to create the same effect. Some books are good for getting the kids all excited, even getting them to move around. Some are perfect for getting them to think about letters and numbers and school stuff. What we’re sharing here are our kid-certified favorites that go well with those night-time cuddles, that are just right for settling down.

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