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
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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
Why Kids Argue And How Parents Can Stop It!
"My kids argue constantly with me and it is driving me crazy! No matter what I say they have to have the last word!” Sound familiar? Nothing pushes a parent’s buttons more than an argumentative child. I actually had a parent tell me one time, “I would pay a million dollars if … [Read more...] about Why Kids Argue And How Parents Can Stop It!
Teaching Kids Basic First Aid
When a child is old enough to understand it, they should be taught first aid. Basic first aid skills will aid them in their life, treating their own problems and injuries, as well as those of others. A child should have an understanding of first aid basics. The following is a … [Read more...] about Teaching Kids Basic First Aid
Positive and Negative Moods
“There is not one good thing I can say about my child!” Parents in my Parents Anonymous group heard this more than once from exasperated parents, (blush) me included. We all may have different reasons for the situation like being over-scheduled, being tired or exhausted. I … [Read more...] about Positive and Negative Moods
Parenting viewpoints from parents in the trenches, because parenting doesn’t come with a manual. In addition to