The Big Bad Wolf: Unpacking the Myth, the Legend, and the Reality The phrase “big bad wolf” conjures immediate images: a menacing figure lurking in the shadows, a symbol of danger and deception, and a key player in some of childhood’s most enduring cautionary tales. From Little Red Riding Hood to The Three Little Pigs, … Read more
The Sky Isn’t Falling: Deconstructing the Chicken Little Effect The tale of Chicken Little, a classic fable, serves as a potent reminder of the dangers of mass hysteria and the importance of critical thinking. The story, in its simplest form, recounts how a small chick, convinced that the sky is falling after an acorn lands … Read more
The Origins of the Myth From Fear to Folklore: The Roots of the Myth The shadows lengthen, a chill wind whispers through the trees, and a primal fear stirs in the back of our minds. We think of fangs, pale skin, and the alluring promise of eternal life – the vampire. For centuries, these creatures … Read more
