The JCT Creations blog

Raising kind, confident kids

Gentle, practical thoughts on kindness, big feelings, bullies, and the magic of story time — from author Cory Tarwater.

Toby and Barnaby building a raft together.
Kindness & bullying

Teaching Kids to Stand Up to Bullies — Without Hitting Back

Five gentle, effective ways to help your child respond to meanness with strength and kindness.
Toby the turtle whistling on a lily pad.
Reading & story time

Why Reading Aloud to Your Child Changes Everything

What research and every bedtime tell us about the quiet superpower of reading together.