Our children will grow up in a world shaped by climate change, political division, disinformation, and other serious challenges. While we may not be able to solve these problems for them, we can prepare them to face the future with resilience, empathy, and confidence.

This spring, join our Parent Book Club as we read Hello, Cruel World!: Science-Based Strategies for Raising Terrific Kids in Terrifying Times by award-winning science journalist Melinda Wenner Moyer. Drawing on research from psychology, education, technology, and more, the book offers practical, evidence-based tools to help children build coping skills, healthy relationships, and a strong sense of responsibility—so they can not only survive but also help improve the world they inherit.

📅 In-Person Discussion:

Thursday, May 7 | 5:30–7:30 PM

The Glen Montessori School

A weekly reading guide will be shared in the Montessori Minute to keep us on track:

    Feb 12: Introduction

    Feb 19–Apr 23: Chapters 1–10, one chapter per week

    Apr 30: Epilogue

    May 7: Book Club In-Person Meeting, 5:30 PM, at The Glen Montessori School

We hope you’ll read along and join us for a thoughtful, meaningful conversation.

If you want to join the Spring Book Club but cannot purchase the book, please email Jackie, and we will send you a copy.