Parenting Your Teenager: Teens and Violence
I have a bit of a different response than most therapists to the often asked question:"How can all this teen violence be happening?"My questions are:"How could this not be happening"and"Why doesn't it happen even more often?"Here's what I mean by these questions - although there are many more factors involved,... Read More
Public-School True Believers with a Mission
One reason public schools get away with educational failure, year after year, is because they are run by school officials who passionately believe in what they are doing. As the great English writer C. S. Lewis wrote, "Of all tyrannies, a tyranny sincerely exercised for the good of its victims... Read More
War Declared On Instant Messenger: How to Stop Your Child from Wasting Their Life Away Online
Hey Parents! I hate to tell you, but there is no such thing as "useful instant messaging". Your crafty child might try to take advantage of your lack of "Techie" know how when they say in that whiney voice... "But Mom?I'm IMing my friends about homework." Don't buy it! They... Read More
Parents Demand Dumbed-down Tests:An Unintended Bad Consequence of the No Child Left Behind Act
The No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 is making the problem of cheating, low academic standards, and public schools lying to parents, even worse. Under this Act, the Department of Education now requires students to pass standardized tests. Failing schools will lose federal funding and other perks if their... Read More
Teaching Your Child Safety
Q. What is the best way to teach safety awareness to young children?A. The best way is to follow your instincts. It is a natural process. You, your parents, your brothers and sisters, any other close members of your family, and your friends provide just the right input.You are your... Read More
How To Homeschool Without Making Your Child An Outcast
If you are currently homeschooling or considering homeschooling your child, you probably know all the benefits homeschooling can provide. You'll have more control over the curriculum, be able to customize teaching to your child's personal learning style, and avoid the pressures and dangers of public schools. However, are you aware... Read More
What You Should Know About Counseling for Attention Deficit Disorder
At the ADHD Information Library we are big believers that you should not just be giving a child with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder medication without also providing some sort of counseling or therapy. There are good, long-term studies that show that medication by itself over the long term is not... Read More
A Chance for a Home
"He is happiest, be he king or peasant, who finds peace in his home." - Johann von GoetheHome. Family. Backyard cookouts. A table laden with more than we can eat on Thanksgiving day. These things ground us, offer us stability, and give us an environment where we can learn, explore,... Read More
6 Great Freebie Resources for Parents of Twins & Multiple Births
A sure way to double the joys of parenthood is to give birth to twins! You'll have twice the smiles, goos & coos, giggles, and firsts (first words, first steps, first burps?.) But for many soon-to-be parents of twins, once the excitement wears off, the math sets in?.Suddenly you find... Read More
The Forgotten Secret of the Ancient Greeks that Shows Us How to Keep Our Teenagers Out of Trouble
To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven: A time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up that which is planted; A time to kill, and a time to heal; a... Read More
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My Best Buddy
My son, Dakota is now 7 yrs old. He is... Read More
Coping with the Stress of Moving Home and Childrens Concerns
Moving house can be an emotional experience for adults, so... Read More
Labeling is Disabling: Achieving Congruent Communication
A small town, somewhere in the world, was managed by... Read More
Keep the Little Ones Safe, Follow Pool Safety Guidelines
Pool safety should be on the minds of every parent... Read More
SMUT Spelled Backwards is TUMS
Why are more people, especially parents not outraged?I call it... Read More
Educational Toys - How Do Parents Choose The Best Toys For Their Child
The choices are mind numbing. Walk into any toy store... Read More
Fun Things to Do with Your Kids this Summer
10 Fun Things You Can Do With Your Children this... Read More
Is Your Child Having Trouble in School?
Did you know that the school system is only able... Read More
Parents and Children Working Together
When parents help their children learn to read, they help... Read More
How To Be A Bad Mother
As I sit here and reflect on the past two... Read More
How to Create an Emotional Bond with Your Child
One of the most powerful tools that parents have for... Read More
A Dads Thoughts On Dads day
21 Reasons I Love Being A DadWhat you will read... Read More
Are Parents Trying Too Hard?
One of the implications of the current trend toward smaller... Read More
Childrens Safety in Public Places - 10 Useful Tips
My kids ask me all the time to take them... Read More
Our Recommended Eating Program for ADHD
Below is a copy of our eating program for Attention... Read More
Watering Your Young Child?s Mind
Mary, Mary, quite contrary, How does your garden grow? With... Read More
How To Be Your Childs Sex Educator
The debate in many towns continues throughout this country about... Read More
Best Tips for Stress Free Child Party Games
When planning a child birthday party, just a little bit... Read More
Is There Any Real Use For A Fun Quiz?
Q. I don't like my children spending so much time... Read More
Entering Their Imaginative World
In dealing with children with autism spectrum disorders, its all... Read More
Mommies and Me Special Time
Creating and making special memories with your child is very... Read More
Working Moms vs. Stay-at-Home Moms, Lets Stop Debating Each Other and Debate the System Instead!
I could nearly fund my children's future education if I... Read More
Are Your Kids Driving You Crazy? How Character Building Charts Keep You Sane
Who lives in your house? Are they driving you "crazy?"... Read More
Screaming Kids Driving You Nuts? Four Rules to Help You Keep Your Sanity!
Often I will hear parents say, "I just ignore Jr.... Read More
Guide To Choosing Educational Toys For Children
In the last few years, parents started getting more and... Read More
Public-school Teachers Know Best --- They Send Their Kids To Private Schools
A study done by the Thomas B. Fordham Institute found... Read More
Educational Toys And Childrens Books - A Must For Optimal Childhood Development
The brightly colored plastic mobile dangles lazily overhead in the... Read More
Child Education
The initial state of happiness about an own child is... Read More
How Do You Find the Best Car Seat to Protect Your Child
Choosing a good car seat for your child's protection is... Read More
Why First Borns Fuss, Seconds Are Resilient and Last Borns Like To Laugh
How can two or three children in the same family... Read More
Parenting Your Adolescent: 3 Powerful Steps to Being an In-Charge Parent
Q. How do I overcome the 16-year-old who does things... Read More
Secret Of Your Genuis Child
Here is a top secret to make your child genius... Read More
Use Encouragement Instead of Criticism to Help Children Improve
Criticism is punitiveOur children judge themselves on the opinions we... Read More
Grandparents! Help Your Grandkids Do Math!
This may come as a surprise.But despite all the advances... Read More
Why Modern Moms Are Going Back to the Basics ? The Evolution of the Cloth Diaper
Having a baby is one of the most exciting times... Read More
Am I Really A Stroller-Monger?
I was reading "A Modern Infant Armada", a humor column... Read More
Coping with the Stress of Moving Home and Childrens Concerns
Moving house can be an emotional experience for adults, so... Read More
True Romance for Couples with Kids: 10 Inexpensive Ideas
Anyone can splurge on a formal dinner or a pricey... Read More
Who Are You When the Professional In You Meets Baby?
Are you a professional?Notice how the questions differs from, "Do... Read More
Motivation - The Key to Your Childs Educational Success
For the first year or two of life outside the... Read More
Over-Indulgence And Over-Attentiveness - Two Dangers Parents Must Avoid!
We're all familiar with the over-indulgent parent. But there's another... Read More
Friends Are A Gift You Give Yourself
My oldest boy is fifteen and was a real jerk... Read More
Are You Raising an Emotionally Intelligent Child?
Although many parents are concerned with our children's intelligence quotient... Read More
Illegal and Legal Drug Usage in the United States
How bad is the illegal drug problem here in the... Read More
How to End the Misery of Bedwetting
When a child wets the bed they worry. Children tend... Read More
How A Home Water Filter Can Reduce Your Child?s Risk Of Learning Disabilities
Lead is one of the most dangerous toxins a person... Read More
Teaching Problem Solving Skills to Children with ADHD
Even though the "Stop and Think" movement in ADHD treatment... Read More
What is Hyperactivity in Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder?
Most of the ADHD kids that are seen in a... Read More
Stop, Look, Listen! Steps to Better Parenting Communication
As a parent is seems that the majority of your... Read More
Clean Your House Green for your Children?s Sake
My thirteen-year-old daughter recently called me up to say she... Read More
Parenting Your Teenager: How to Respond to Manipulation
Q. My daughter has gotten very good at manipulating us,... Read More
Parenting Your Teenager: How to Build Trust
``Mom, can I go to the mall with my friend... Read More
Saving Money on Preschool: Readiness Skills Needed for Kindergarten
As a mom of 4 who's youngest child is about... Read More
Child Discipline - Be Consistent With Your Child
The biggest complaint you hear from parents about their children... Read More
Honey I Can?t Afford The Kids
Sex has a lot to answer for ? babies usually... Read More
Are You Addicted to Your Children?
Is it possible to be using our children addictively?Anything that... Read More
Want To Further Your Childrens Studies?
Being in a competitive world, the lowest qualification to secure... Read More
Strengths and Weaknesses
All too often, children with learning disabilities are seen through... Read More
Raise Awesome Kids! This 4-Point Plan Gets Results
Are your children truthful, kind, and helpful? If so, read... Read More
After the Driving School
If you visit search engines you can find several resources... Read More
5 Tips for Improving Communication With Your Teenager
Parents are always looking for ways to open up the... Read More
Going Out to a Restaurant with Kids
Dining in a restaurant with kids can be very enervating... Read More
Breaking the Cycle of Emotional Blackmail
Family decision-making is an intriguing phenomenon. Many factors become part... Read More
From Go Fast Kids to Calm Kids
How excited do kids get with the start of school... Read More
Americas Public schools --- Deteriorating Like They Did In Ancient Rome
The citizens of the early Roman Republic enjoyed an education... Read More
Swing Sets and Outdoor Play Equipment- 5 Essential Tips Before You Buy
For first time parents choosing a swing set or outdoor... Read More
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