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Lessons From the Summer of 2006Sometimes it seems parents and kids will never reach a common interest. A summer experiment changes the mind of one father and yields big dividends to him as well as his two daughters. Teaching our Children to Love LearningSo many parents today obsess over preparing their children for school. It is easy to get caught up comparing our children with their peers for strengths and weaknesses, reading into the media blitz on how schools are more rigorous these days than in our times, or simply wanting, with only the best of intentions, to enrich and challenge them to the fullest extent imaginable. Feminism and MotherhoodMothering is perhaps the most difficult job in the world. It is such a role of extremes. On one hand, it's often about second guessing yourself, guilt and constantly attempting to find balance. On the other hand, it can be the most profound growth experience, with moments of utter joy a woman can experience. Parenthood - A Great ResponsibilityBeing a parent is a great responsibility and many times we can get discouraged. So many times we feel disheartened because our children will not respond to us, or listen to our advice. Do You Want To Raise Your Kids Who Believe The Same As You Do?Adora has an insatiable thirst for knowledge and information; John and I long ago decided that we would not put stringent limits on the subject matter we allowed her to access. No, we don’t want her reading playboy or watching fox news, but we do encourage her to investigate anything she is puzzled by in the course of her reading. Want To Have Your Preschooler Enter Kindergarten At The Top Of His Class?What would be more confidence-building for your child than to be successful in his or her first classroom experience? Is there anything you can do as a parent to ensure that? The answer is yes, and the benefits go way beyond academics! Breakfast and Snack Ideas for Picky EatersHow do you get your kids to eat? Gives suggestions for breakfast and snacks that kids are sure to love! Helping Your Teenager with High School MathParents often want to help their teenager succeed in difficult high school math courses, but just don't know how. They feel that because they might not have an understanding of the subject themselves, there is just nothing they can do to help. Such is not the case. Finding the Best Back-to-School Basics On-lineThanks to advances in local Internet search technology, you can get the kids ready for school, support the local economy and save gas — all at the same time. Local search sites and geo-targeted advertising make it simple to find the best deals on back-to-school supplies at stores near you. Parenting...The BasicsWhile this is not all the answers to every event or problem a parent may encounter, it's a great start. The basics will get a parent well on their way to becoming an informed parent. Does Frugal Living Deprive Kids?I often hear ladies complaining that they want to stay at home with their kids but they "have to work since it is so expensive to raise kids these days". In reality, it is less expensive than most people think to raise kids. 20 Secrets of Successful Single Motherhood Part 2Single mothers get a lot of negative press in the world but few people take the time to notice those who are thriving. It is hard to see yourself as a success when you are single mother, but this tips will help you see that it is possible to achieve. Here are the rest of the secrets of successful single motherhood. 20 Secrets of Successful Single Motherhood Part 1Single mothers get a lot of negative press in the world but few people take the time to notice those who are thriving. It is hard to see yourself as a success when you are single mother, but this tips will help you see that it is possible to achieve. Back To School, Or Back To The Poor House?Going broke buying back to school supplies? Here are some tips to help you keep from breaking the "Bank of Mom". The Special Education IEP and the Parent UnderdogAre you a parent of a child with a learning disability? The deck is stacked against you for achieving a quality, special education IEP. Learn how to get the best possible program for your child. Helping Your Child Make FriendsHaving friends is a crucial part of our children's lives, as well as a way for children to learn social skills. We all want our children to enjoy lasting friendships; however, if your child is a little shy and seems reluctant to make friends sometimes a little help from Mom or Dad is a good idea. Leave Your Child Alone In Your Car, Get Punished By The LawYou have been told not to leave your child in your car or even just around your car for just a couple of seconds. This may seem to be absurd for you however it is important to know that many things could happen to children in those few seconds that you were gone. 10 Ways To Make Reading FunLearning to read can be a challenging adventure for some children. It seems that everyone from a child's teacher to Mom and Dad and even Grandma is excited and waiting for the child to learn to read. All the pressure and expectations from the adults can sure put a damper on the excitement for the child. This loss of excitement can lead to a child who loses the desire to read. If we as parents can find ways to make reading fun and enjoyable, our children will be more willing to sit down and read a book together.
Here are a few ideas you can do to make reading fun for your child. 10 Reasons to Read to Your ChildWe all know that learning to read is important, but as parents what do we do to facilitate this milestone?
Reading to your child has many benefits one of which is simply having time to snuggle together.
Here are 10 reasons to read to your child. Raising Kids Who Won't Swear -- 4 Tips for SuccessMany parents today wonder how they can teach their children not to swear, when swearing is so common in our society. This article gives parents and teachers four great tips on how to keep them talking clean. Money MattersIt’s never too soon to teach your children about the value of and responsibility toward money. Here are some excellent activities to teach your children about finances, from your toddler who seems to want everything to your trendy teenager who won’t do anything unless it’s in style. What Happened to Playtime?A disturbing trend in our modern society is the way we, as parents, turn our children's days into regimented routines of organized, adult-led extracurricular activities. We do all of this at the expense of free play, discovery and exploration, relaxing downtime, and far too-often, family meals. It doesn't really have to be this way. School's Out, Summer's In, Now What?The end of the school year and the official start of
summer both happen in June. What better time is there
for a kid. Three months away from the daily rigors of
tests and quizzes, school lunches, waking up early,
and a structured schedule. Three months of sleeping
in, playing whenever they want, and reading, watching
TV and snacking on their own schedule. Ecstacy and TeensEcstasy is known as the "club drug" since it is often used in dance clubs and music raves. Many teens believe that ecstasy is harmless and just enhances the party experience. But in fact ecstasy is dangerous and even deadly. In 2003 1 out of every 12 twelfth graders said they had tried ecstasy. Picking Your Battles with Grace: A Primer for New (and Not So New) Single Moms Part 1Stressful issues arise everyday and threaten to send you into a tailspin. It is hard to keep it together with everyone pulling you in five directions. Money is tight, the kids are fighting for attention, and your mother is in your ear with unwanted advice. The best thing to do at this point is pick your battles. Essential Leadership Skills And Qualities Needed in ParentingParenting is one of the most difficult tasks in the world. That is why good leadership skills and qualities are needed. If you are a parent, you are responsible for your children's behaviors, education, health, life, and the list goes on... Summer Activity Cache: Fun Things to Do With Your KidsThe word "summer" can have two completely different meanings for kids and adults. To kids it's that precious time that they can do what they want without the set schedules of school, without set bedtimes and without school work. To you, it can seem like an endless time of trying to keep your kids occupied without allowing them to veg in front of the television and video games all day. You want them to have fun and create great summer memories, but, as a seasoned mom, you know that a complete lack of structure can lead to choruses of "I’m bored" throughout the day. Assault by the SeedA story that gives insight to parents suffering abuse at the hand of their children. 6 Ways for You to Protect Your Kids From Online PredatorsAn article with tips to keep kids busy and off the internet. Introduces a new monitoring system software capable of recording all activity on the computer. Allows parents to see exactly what happened on their computer on any given day, by rewinding the recorded pages. Aimed at preventing abuse by online predators and promoting family oriented activities instead of internet use, by combining software and suggestions for lifestyle changes. Teaching Children the Importance of a "Thank You" NoteChildhood is the perfect time to express the importance of verbally saying Thank You and beginning to write notes.Records: 271-300 from 959