June 2008

Some parents believe the best time to get to know a child's friend is when they enter the adolescent years and are embarking on a independence and more freedom. Although this time is crucially important in knowing who your child... Continue reading "Why You Should Get to Know Your Child's Friend"

Parent involvement in the education system, more specifically in your own child's education is extremely important. Not only does it show the teacher that you are willing to help and do what it takes to help your child succeed, it... Continue reading "Why You Need to Know How Your Child Is Doing in School"

As an educator I would have to say that parent involvement is extremely important. I have seen children's lives literally changed when a parent decides to get involved more in their child's life. Academically their grades and attention improve as... Continue reading "Why Parent Involvement is Crucial to Proper Child Growth"

If you don't have kids yet you may not know the importance of parent involvement. Parents can provide other opportunities for their children to grow and learn by getting involved in their lives; socially and educationally. Parents have a responsibility... Continue reading "Tips for Improved Parent Involvement"

In a fast and busy world it is getting more and more difficult to spend any time, let along quality time with our children. And education seems to be taking the biggest hit because of it. With fewer parents involved... Continue reading "The Importance of Parent Involvement"

Although most of us believe that parent involvement is a good thing, we too understand that too much of a good thing can be a bad thing. Yes, when you look at the role in which parents play when it... Continue reading "Pros and Cons of Parent Involvement"

It seems that with busy schedules, responsibilities, and work that parents are finding less time to spend with their children. And what's even worse than that, is that they may not even know what their children are doing or where... Continue reading "Parent Involvement in Your Child's Social Life"

Attachment parenting is a series of parenting principles first authored by Dr. William Sears. While this philosophy of parenting is seen as new in Western civilizations, many less-developed societies have been practicing this for many years. The main elements of... Continue reading "Why You Should Practice Attachment Parenting"

Everyone would agree that parent involvement in sports is a good thing if parents behave appropriately and professionally. Unfortunately there are a few parents out there that take parent involvement far past the word "involved" and can create poor environments... Continue reading "Parent Involvement in Sports"

In today's world of independence and self-sufficiency, many people find the method of Attachment parenting unique. This is a method of parenting that does not value the independence of the child but rather serves to promote dependence between parent and... Continue reading "What Makes Attachment Parenting Unique?"

Attachment parenting is a style of parenting that helps promote bonding and closeness between child and parent. While there may be medical or family circumstances why you are unable to practice all of the principles of Attachment parenting, they can... Continue reading "What Are the Principles of Attachment Parenting?"

There is increasing concern among parents today about the quality of education being given to their children. Each state is participating in different things to monitor and maintain standards within their local schools. The education system can only do so... Continue reading "Parent Involvement in School"

It isn't unusual these days to walk into someone's home and find loads of media equipment in every room of the house. And it's even less unusual to find them in children's bedrooms. Children are spending several hours each day... Continue reading "Parent Involvement in Media Choices"

Helicopter parenting is when parents are extremely involved in their children's lives. With the involvement and friendship between parents and children some wonder why helicopter parenting can be harmful to children. Helicopter parenting can be harmful to children when taken... Continue reading "Why Helicopter Parenting Can Be Harmful to Children"

Attachment parenting is a theory of parenting that helps promote secure and close attachments between child and parent. There are seven techniques that are also known as Baby B's that help promote this style of parenting. Below is a list... Continue reading "What Are the Baby Bs of Attachment Parenting?"

Extra-curricular activities such as sports, drama, music, dance, and other clubs are an important part of the education system and a child's experience in the school system. And while parent involvement in education is extremely important, parent involvement in extra-curricular... Continue reading "Parent Involvement in Extra-Curricular Activities"

While Attachment parenting is marketed as a unique and loving way to parent, this method of parenting has its detractors as well. While every type of parenting advice and model has both pros and cons, it is important that prospective... Continue reading "Pros and Cons of Attachment Parenting"

Helicopter parenting is on the rise. Parents have liked the possibilities of helicopter parenting. The following is a look at the growth explosion of helicopter parenting. Growth of helicopter parenting has increased substantially in the last five years. College administrators... Continue reading "A Look at the Growth Explosion of Helicopter Parenting"

Dorothy Rich, author of Mega Skills once said, "In this complex world, it takes more than a good school to educate children. And it takes more than a good home. It takes these two major educational institutions working together." Parent... Continue reading "Parent Involvement in Education"

The term, "Attachment Parenting", was conceived to describe a highly responsive, attentive style of caring for a child. Attachment parenting strives to promote physical and emotional closeness between parent and child through what the creator Dr. Sears refers to as... Continue reading "How to Individualize Attachment Parenting to Fit Your Family"

Helicopter parenting is when parents will have an extremely close involvement in their children's lives. Some say helicopter parenting is bad and some like helicopter parenting. The pros and cons of helicopter parenting are as divided as any other issue... Continue reading "Pros and Cons of Helicopter Parenting"

As children become more independent they begin to form relationships with friends, siblings, and other adults. Parent involvement in children's relationships is extremely important so children can model and learn appropriate and healthy relationships. Let's talk a little more about... Continue reading "Parent Involvement in Children's Relationships"

If you are considering using Attachment Parenting in the raising of your child you may wonder if this labor-intensive method is worthwhile. You may be asking yourself how Attachment Parenting will affect your child in the long term. While long... Continue reading "How Attachment Parenting Affects Your Child in the Long Term"

There are different levels of appropriate parent involvement with children of different ages. Parent involvement is important to all stages of childhood development, but as children begin to get older, more responsible, and search for their own identity it becomes... Continue reading "Levels of Appropriate Parent Involvement"

The Attachment parenting principles encompass the basic components of a nurturing, instinctive parenting style. Some of these components are- Being informed about your birth options. This includes educating yourself about the birthing process and planning for a birth that is... Continue reading "Attachment Parenting, A Parenting Style"

Helicopter parenting is a style of parenting that is becoming more popular, but is it a better way to parent? You may be looking for an overview of helicopter parenting. Helicopter parenting-an overview-will help you to see what helicopter parenting... Continue reading "Helicopter Parenting-An Overview"

Being an involved parent can mean the difference between a child who is successful in life and one who is not. It can mean the difference between good grades and bad ones, self confidence or poor self esteem. Getting involved,... Continue reading "How to Get More Involved as a Parent"

Dr. William Sears was born in Alton, Illinois in 1940. He is an American pediatrician and the author or co-author of more than thirty parenting books. He is also a frequent guest on television talkshows, where he goes by the... Continue reading "A Look at Dr. Sears, the Creator of Attachment Parenting"

Have you been told you are a helicopter parent? And are you wondering what helicopter parenting is? Helicopter parenting is a way of parenting that some like and some do not like. Helicopter parenting has been defined as closely hovering... Continue reading "What is Helicopter Parenting?"

Attachment parenting is a phrase that was coined by pediatrician William Sears. This is a method of parenting that is based on the principles of the attachment theory in developmental psychology. According to this theory, a strong emotional bond with... Continue reading "What is Attachment Parenting?"

Most, if not all, children will tell you that the best part of their day is playing with friends during lunch, recess, or after school. Making friends is probably one of the most valuable things children can do as they... Continue reading "How to Be Involved in Your Child's Social Life"

There aren't many parents who don't want a few extra hours during the day to be more involved in their child's life, and most will tell you that being involved has great benefits to the parent and the child. And... Continue reading "How to Be Involved As A Parent: Even If Your Child Doesn't Want It"

Being an active and involved parent with your child can take a lot of time, effort, and energy. Statistics have proven that with the right parent involvement, students' academic achievements have improved, self esteem increases, and motivation to do better... Continue reading "How Parent Involvement Affects Children"

Parent involvement is important in every aspect of a child's life, especially when it comes to education. It can increase motivation levels and keep kids on the right track. However, there are instances where parents have taken their role and... Continue reading "How Much Involvement is Too Much?"

As a parent you hope that as your child grows up they remember what you have taught them and can apply them to daily activities. Having a say in what your child wears, listens to, sees, and does is a... Continue reading "Having A Say in Your Child's Choices"