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On this week’s episode: Elizabeth, Jamilah, and Dan answer a question about a little girl who wishes her Memaw and Pepaw would be better grandparents. They also debate what to do when a beloved stuffed animal gets lost and your kid is heartbroken.
In Slate Plus: Slate’s Sam Adams joins to talk about kids texting, emailing and finding their written voice. Slate Plus members get a bonus segment on MADAF each week, and no ads. Sign up now to listen and support our work.
Recommendations:
Dan recommends installing a wireless mesh network.
Jamilah recommends Trader Joe's Sipping Chocolate.
Elizabeth recommends the December Following Directions printable from Peanut Butter Fish Lessons.
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Podcast produced by Rosemary Belson.
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