Genine

About Genine Babakian

I love a good story, whether I'm reading, writing or telling them. I've made my living by the pen for more decades than I care to admit, working as a journalist and an editor for the U.N. and international organizations. A mother of three, I love bedtime, when I get to read with my children.

School Survey

By |March 19th, 2015|Kid's mental health|

Mom, will you read to me? – Kids want their parents to read to them. Period. Big kids. Little kids. Teeny, tiny kids. According to a recent survey issued by Scholastic, kids want their parents to read to them – even long after they have learned to read themselves. “Kids of all ages are clearly [...]

The Permanence of Fairy Tales

By |March 19th, 2015|Bedtime Stories. About|

“It’s hard to let go of that fairy tale entirely. Almost everyone still has that smallest bit of hope, of faith, that one day they’ll open their eyes and it will all come true.” Just try to go a day without fairy tales. They are a part of our culture. Stripping away the decorations of [...]

Coping with a Clingy Toddler

By |March 19th, 2015|Kid's mental health|

Have you ever spent the better part of a children’s birthday party with your son attached to your leg? Or tried to leave the kids at home with sitter, only to find your daughter running after you down the street? Then this post is for you. I had one of those clingy toddlers. My daughter [...]

Can Reading Fairy Tales Help you Child do Better in School?

By |March 19th, 2015|Kid's mental health|

“When I examine myself and my methods of thought, I come to the conclusion that the gift of fantasy has meant more to me than any talent for abstract, positive thinking.” ― Albert Einstein Take it from the man whose name is associated with brilliance: Fairy Tales make you smart. But thanks to scholars and other [...]