Wonder how to buy for kids in ways that will expand their horizons and avoid over-commercialization? Puzzled about how to encourage children to think of others, as well as themselves, during the holiday season? Get some answers and ideas in this conversation with Dr. Patricia Nan Anderson.

Jim Whiting, author of over 100 nonfiction books for kids, talks about the process of writing and publishing children's books. Dr. Patricia Nan Anderson hosts.

How can you make high-stakes decisions with confidence? Dr. Patricia Nan Anderson explores this ongoing problem of parenting, using the decision to vaccinate a child (or not) as a case in point. H1N1 (Swine flu) vaccinations are discussed in particular.

Reading specialist and consultant Kendra Wagner describes the importance of helping struggling readers and suggests ways parents can make a difference for young readers at home. Dr. Patricia Nan Anderson hosts.

Dr. Annette Estes from University of Washington's Autism Research Center talks with Dr. Patricia Nan Anderson about the causes and treatment of autism.

Dr. Annette Estes, researcher in autism at University of Washington, talks about causes, diagnosis, and early intervention in autism. Dr. Patricia Nan Anderson hosts.