Write for Raising Stoics

• Child and family psychologists, therapists, and counselors
• Pediatricians and other child-health professionals
• Early childhood and kindergarten educators with classroom experience
• Researchers in child development, education, or psychology

We ask for relevant professional training or experience. Lived experience as a parent is valuable, but on its own it isn't enough for this program.

• Big feelings in children ages 3–8: anger, fear and worry, frustration, disappointment
• Self-control, waiting, patience, and persistence
• Resilience, coping skills, and bouncing back
• Empathy, kindness, fairness, and getting along
• Sleep, routines, screens, and family life as they affect behavior and feelings
• Social-emotional learning at home, in preschool, and in homeschool
• Research and data on any of the above, explained for parents

• Guides for parents: a practical question answered in depth, around 1,500–2,000 words.
• Research briefs: one study or a group of studies explained honestly, including what they don't show, around 1,500 words.
• Data stories: a chart from public data with a clear takeaway for parents, around 1,200–1,500 words plus the data.

• Claims about children's development or health are backed by credible sources: peer-reviewed research, or guidance from bodies such as the AAP, CDC, or NAEYC.
• We say what research does and doesn't show, including sample, ages, and limits.
• Plain, warm American English. No jargon without explanation, no fear-based headlines.
• Original work, not published elsewhere.
• We edit and fact-check every piece before publication, may ask for changes, and may decline a draft that doesn't fit.
• No paid placements, sponsored links, or product promotion.
• Your name, credentials, and a short bio appear with your work, and your bio can include a link to your own website.