Dr.S.Jayaraman: In Memoriam
Most of you probably have never heard about Dr.S.Jayaraman, who passed away today in India. And its a shame. Because Dr.SJ as …
Facebook for kids- Exciting or scary?
As you probably are aware, rumor mills are speculating that Facebook is preparing to open up its service to kids under 13. There was …
The Bay Area Indian Parent – Part 2
When I wrote the first post on this topic, I received some interesting feedback. Some found it amusing. Others found it true. …
Read Across America and Dr.Seuss
I wanted to get a short post out on this cool thing going on in schools this week – Read Across America. …
The lies we tell as parents
Here is something every parent knows or does at some point- tell lies to their kids. Lots of them. Admit it. It is …
Random observations of a parent at the Children’s Museum
I just got back from a trip to the San Jose Children’s Discovery Museum. We like the place. It’s a fun way …
The Bay Area Indian Parent – Part 1
We moved to the Bay Area from suburban Philly a couple of years ago. Our son was 1.5 yrs old then. After …
Introducing television to kids
Parents wants the best for their kid. But parents are human too. And they need a break every once in a while. …
Introducing Indian mythology to kids- Part 1
I grew up in India hearing fascinatic stories of Gods and Demons. Of good and evil. Of spells and miracles. Of curses …
Movie Review: Waiting for Superman
For a long time I believed that the only purpose of cinema was to provide entertainment. I avoided tragedys and dramas. I …