I often like to revisit simple definitions of words in order to find meaning.....For instance, the Random House Dictionary defines the word creative(adj) as 1. having the power of creating. 2. resulting from originality of thought or expression or 3. productive or generative.And … [Read more...] about Creative Parenting #1
Parenting Kids
Baby Bear Helps Out
Recently, I had one of those parenting moments when I was witness to a memorable, touching exchange between two of my three sons that made me think, "oh yeah, that's why I had more than one child." It was a scene that I will always remember but I am fairly sure it has already … [Read more...] about Baby Bear Helps Out
Are Your Tween’s Role Models Too Skanky?
Tweens are at a very impressionable age, and thus, who their role models are can really impact how they act and live. The following is a look at how you can determine if your tween's role models are too skanky?1. What are your tweens learning from their role models? Skanky is … [Read more...] about Are Your Tween’s Role Models Too Skanky?
How to Teach Fairness to Your Tween
Teaching fairness is a difficult concept. We all understand why our tween should be fair, but actually turning that into fair behavior on their part is not always easy. The following are a few suggestions for parents in aiding them to teach fairness to tweens:1. When punishing … [Read more...] about How to Teach Fairness to Your Tween
What is A Tween?
Mush words, or words that combine two concepts to make a new concept are all the rage, and one such word is "tween". What is a tween? A tween is a number of things, and can be a bit elusive to describe as it is a bit of a generational reference, but the following is a brief … [Read more...] about What is A Tween?
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