How to Assist Troubled Teens
What parents of a teen haven't wondered where their sweet child went and who the angry and rebellious child is that took his or her place. After all, adolescence is a time of change. While each child is different, there are some behaviors that all normal teens seem to exhibit.... Read More
Going Out to a Restaurant with Kids
Dining in a restaurant with kids can be very enervating and embarrasing. Not only that you have to desperately try and keep your wiggling toddler seated and silent, you also have to manage the disapproving looks from other (non-parent) guests.The root problem here is again boredom. So before you decide... Read More
The Top 10 Tips for Communicating with Children
Most people have more training before they receive their driver's license than before they become a parent. Educating yourself on how to communicate effectively with your child can be the key to achieving your parenting goals. If you do not have children of your own, these 10 tips can help... Read More
Ten Ways To Become Your Teenagers Best Friend
Best friends! It may seem impossible to believe, but today's teens do want to consider their parents as friends, even though they think we could never understand the realities of their world. They are also interested in what it was like being a teenager during the Stone Age. Life without... Read More
Twelve Tips To Connect With Teachers At Conference Time
It's that time again! Parent-teacher conferences are coming. Are you nervous? Excited? Confused? It takes teamwork to raise kids. Teachers are part of the team, but sometimes it feels like you're on opposite sides of the fence. Connecting with teachers can help bring out the best in your kids. Here... Read More
Reincarnation: Sacred Children Series - 1 of 3
Many years ago, my children were raised on the various teachings and concepts of "magic" as I was studying different religions and spiritual beliefs. I had come across many metaphysical teachings woven throughout most of the different religions. It was very important to me that they stay authentic and real.... Read More
A Child Can Make a Difference
Sometimes dreams really can come true! May 8th - 11th, 2000, my daughter and I traveled to Disney World in Orlando, Florida, because of a dream my daughter, Amanda, has to make a difference in this world. Amanda (then a 6th grader) entered McDonald's Millennium Dreamer contest and told them... Read More
Helping Your Child Develop
Here are some things that you can do to help your child develop.Show your child that you care about him and that you are dependable.Children who feel loved are more likely to be confident. Your child must believe that, no matter what, someone will look out for him. Give your... Read More
Social Engineering via Robotic Toddlers
Is there a way to build a robot to help toddlers and pre-schoolers learn proper social behavior without the parents intervention? A robotic friend so to speak; one, which will play with the child and explore colors and shapes. Perhaps build legos? Now before you say I am wacked, let's... Read More
March of the Penguins - A Fun Learnig Tool
Everyone loves penguins. And now, everyone has a chance to see how penguins live in the highly entertaining documentary March of the Penguins. No need to tell the kids it's educational.Beyond just taking your kids to see the show, there are lots of fun activities you can do before and... Read More
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Tracking Your Child Progress
As a parent, you can learn a lot about your... Read More
Camps for Troubled Teens: Disciplines and Wilderness
Parents looking for a quick fix usually choose troubled teen... Read More
The Old and the New
During one "generation gap" quarrel with his parents young Michael... Read More
Real Monsters Under Your Bed
There may really be a real monster under your kidâ??s... Read More
Is My Child Lazy?
Is there a difference between lazy and unmotivated? Why do... Read More
10 Reasons Why You Need to Ditch the Super Mom Syndrome
For any of you Moms out there that are doing... Read More
Parents --- Homeschooling Can Take a Lot Less Time Than You Think
The time you will need to teach your children the... Read More
Financially Stable Kids ? Prepared for College
We are all familiar with the stories that most students... Read More
Parenting Your Teenager: The Teenager and the Gorilla
Q: A parent writes in to ask, "You write a... Read More
More than Mom and Dad
Love, love, love. It makes the world go round. It... Read More
Mommie Moments ? Taking Time For Yourself
Being a parent is a role that requires a large... Read More
Whats in a Name?
My cousin boasts five names and I confess that when... Read More
Valuable Parenting Tip
Very often, new parents rely on a parenting tip or... Read More
A Mothers Love
Once upon a time there was a beautiful bird whose... Read More
Top Three Reasons To Get Involved At Your Childs School
You may think once your child has gone off to... Read More
Breaking the Cycle of Emotional Blackmail
Family decision-making is an intriguing phenomenon. Many factors become part... Read More
Breastfeed a Toddler - Why?
Is your baby approaching his or her first birthday and... Read More
Selecting and Hiring Childcare Employees
In today's fast-paced society, many families depend on some form... Read More
How Children Can Read Faster and Better
For most children, it is easy to learn to read... Read More
Cyber Parenting 101
Many parental units are not "techies" and openly admit they... Read More
COMMITMENT: Teaching Children the Lessons of a Lifetime
It's been said, time and again, that for a child... Read More
Teaching Your Children with Coupons
Coupons can be a great tool in educating your child... Read More
Avoid Weight Problems In Children
Although, not a well publicized statistic, childhood obesity has more... Read More
5 Tips For Talking To Your Children About What They See In The News
Mommy (Daddy), Why do those people want to hurt everyone?Last... Read More
Choosing a Daycare or Pre-School ? Top Ten Safety Tips
When it's time to put your child into a daycare... Read More
The Importance of Fathers
There is no doubt that mothers play an all-important leading... Read More
How to Find The Best Time To Be With Your Kids
"Life consists not in holding good cards but in playing... Read More
How Two Quarelling Kids Helped Invent the Better Behavior Wheel
When David was nine and Laura was twelve, the battles... 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
How Can I Teach My Child Respect?
A common theme over the past 20 years has been... Read More
Your Company Vehicle is a Portable Bill Board; A word of advice on children passengers
Child Safety Restraints and children in work vehiclesIf you take... Read More
What About Competition? Are Your Kids Ready?
Life is full of competition -- even in childhood. Kids... Read More
The Legend and Charm of The Tooth Fairy
The legend and myth of the Tooth Fairy is a... Read More
Legacy to Your Children
John Bishop's Goal Setting for Students.comLegacy to Your ChildrenIt's 6:30... Read More
So, My Child Has Been Recommended for Testing - What Do I Do Now?
You've just received a call from your child's teacher. As... Read More
Strategies to Help Boost Your Childs Self Esteem
Self esteem in an important quality for all children to... Read More
Strengths and Weaknesses
All too often, children with learning disabilities are seen through... Read More
Girls Gone Mild
Voices!So many voices crying out for adherence and so many... Read More
Diaper Bags for Dads - Papas Got a Brand New Bag
Today's dads are more hands-on than ever before and their... Read More
Help Your Child Do Better in School
1. Create... Read More
SMUT Spelled Backwards is TUMS
Why are more people, especially parents not outraged?I call it... Read More
Road Trip with Kids
Boredom, limited space and overflowing energy are a source of... Read More
Would You Hire This Teacher?
Imagine you were the principal of the school that your... Read More
A Dialogue with an ADHD Non-Believer
Dear Sir, It was with some interest that I read... Read More
Social Engineering via Robotic Toddlers
Is there a way to build a robot to help... Read More
Parenting Your Teenager: The 4 Ds of Time with Family
How would you like to have more time? Of course... Read More
Your Job as a Role Model
A certain educator was once asked at what point should... Read More
How To Entertain A Child While Working From A Home Office
There is no doubt that the benefits of being a... Read More
Vehicle Safety - Following Simple Vehicle Safety Tips Can Reduce Auto Accidents and Injuries
Child Car Seat Safety:We know you love your children, but... Read More
Effects of Jealousy on Childs Personality
Dear friends here we will charge up our mind with... Read More
Hiking with Children
There is nothing quite like hiking with small children. The... Read More
Dinner Table Drama
It has been a long day. Home from work, you... Read More
Nothing Like a Mothers Love
Travel is a common theme in my life -- probably... Read More
Television - The Great SATAN!
I've often thought that in 6 million years, archaeologists will... Read More
How To Teach Your Children Social Skills
As our children grow, they will be going to schools... Read More
Bedtime and Sleep Habits
Bedtime and children's sleep habits can cause nightmares - for... Read More
Naming Your Baby Is Part of The Challenge of Being a Parent
Baby names are as diverse as the people to whom... Read More
The Top 10 Tips on Hiring a Babysitter
1. Encourage your babysitter by keeping their favorite foods/snacks on... Read More
Parenting Your Teenager: 3 More Dangerous Myths
MYTH: If you have not parented as well as you... Read More
Child ADHD - Deciding Where to Draw the Line
The wonderful adaptability of children in dealing with the challenges... Read More
Wholism and Materialism
Perhaps I could make a lot of money by founding... Read More
How Do I Get My Child to Read?
Well first off, please to don't institute the ½ hour... Read More
Celebrating Mom: How To Make Every Day Her Special Day!
Bearers of life, wipers of noses, givers of unconditional love... Read More
How Effective is Attend in Helping Children with Attention Disorders?
In 1996-97 we were contracted by VAXA International of Tampa,... Read More
Are You Reading to Your Kids?
Over a number of years there have been issues raised... Read More
Playful Parenting - More than Just Fun and Games
Early childhood educators have called play "children's work". Many parents... Read More
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