“I don’t have any friends!” will be a lament heard by many parents after the first day of school. Being friendless is a concern for many children and time will take care of most of that but there are other things to think about. When Chelsey was in elementary school she … [Read more...] about Friendless Kid? Try This
Parenting Kids
Parenting 101: Creative Discipline
I have been told that I am a strict parent, demanding my children to respect adults, inflicting laborious consequences for poor choices, and often taking away privileges for lengthy periods of time.You can imagine my surprise last Tuesday when my 11-year-old son and 9-year-old … [Read more...] about Parenting 101: Creative Discipline
Best Educational Games for the Discriminating Toddler in Your Life
Games can be a great way for teaching skills to toddlers. While they develop hand-eye coordination they can also learn about taking turns, fair play and other social behaviors. (Though it is important to keep in mind that most toddlers prefer solitary play or playing alongside … [Read more...] about Best Educational Games for the Discriminating Toddler in Your Life
Kids and Bikes
Just like apple pie and ice cream, kids and bikes should go hand-in-hand. I say, "should" because it is a declining phenomenon! Here are the facts: In 1969, 48% of American kids walked or bicycled to school. By 2009, the percentage dropped to 13%. (Source: Momentum magazine … [Read more...] about Kids and Bikes
Three Lessons Learned From a 12-Pack of Iced Tea Cans
“Do not train a child to learn by force or harshness; but direct them to it by what amuses their minds, so that you may be better able to discover with accuracy the peculiar bent of the genius of each.” --Plato “Coach Lisa, I need clarity on how to create a teachable moment … [Read more...] about Three Lessons Learned From a 12-Pack of Iced Tea Cans
Parenting viewpoints from parents in the trenches, because parenting doesn’t come with a manual. In addition to