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Three Lessons from Zootopia to Discuss with Kids

By Allison Briscoe-Smith — 2016

The new Disney film raises tough questions about prejudice for parents and teachers to explore with children.

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Black and White Teammates Know: Conflict Is Inevitable; Winners Confront It

Plenty of people love to describe the world of athletics in utopian terms, using words such as “colorblind” and “open-minded” and “meritocracy.” They’re not wrong to regard their realm as better than the so-called real world.

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Jerry Brewer
2020
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Signs That Your Child's Coach Is a Jerk

One of the more difficult situations you may face as a parent is dealing with a coach who is a bully. Unlike the typical "schoolyard bullies," this type of bully is more dangerous and is harder to recognize.1 Consequently, many parents don't even realize that the coach is bullying their child.

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Sherri Gordon
2020
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The Pros and Cons of Youth Travel Teams

It’s wonderful that your child wants to play at a higher level, but you need to be sure they understand what all you’re signing up for if they make the team.

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Catherine Holecko
2021
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Why Competition Is Good for Kids (and How to Keep It That Way)

When done right, competition can help your children learn skills they'll use throughout their lives.

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Devan McGuinness
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Are Kids’ Sports Becoming Too Competitive?

Many children simply don’t have fun playing sports anymore. Here’s a plan to reverse the “adultification” of youth athletics.

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Chris Ballard
2020
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Native American Athletes and Fans Face Ongoing Racism

The U.S. has seen a rise in hate crimes, but data shows that bigotry is a constant in Indian Country.

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Kalen Goodluck
2019
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