Gifted Children - Getting the Balance Right
One of the challenges for parents with a gifted child is to encourage them to develop a range of interest outside the academic sphere that not only rounds them out but stops them from being isolated from their peers Gifted children are a diverse group of kids who are talented... Read More
How Do Campers Protect Their Children?
Oh yes you have! Suddenly, "Where's Bobby?" You instantly realize that he is not where he is supposed to be-where you told him to stay! Little kids, and even older ones, just don't behave like they used to. Has anyone noticed that?Since corporeal punishment of children has departed the scene,... Read More
Bird Flu Pandemic
What are the easiest things citizens can do to prevent spreading in an epidemic outbreak in America of a virus. There are many things you can do and warn your kids not to do; for instance tell your children; Do not touch handrails in public places and buses. Whenever possible;... Read More
The Added Advantage In African American Childrens Education: Computer Homeschooling (Part 2)
We've got spirit, yes we do! We've got spirit how 'bout you!We left our parents and friends in our last article discussing the commitment it takes to homeschool african american children. In part 2 of 4 we will discuss finding resources to make sure that african american parents commitment to... Read More
Guide To Choosing Educational Toys For Children
In the last few years, parents started getting more and more interested in choosing all sorts of educational toys for their children. Because a parent wishes the best for his child, a toy that is labeled as educational is very likely to be bought easier than others. But what is... Read More
Parenting Problem? 5 Simple Things That Will Help
What is a parenting problem?Parenting is a tough job, we all know that. Parents face many situations that they are not familiar how to deal with. Is the child's fault? Of course not. We as a society are quick to place blame on the problem teenagers, yet often times if... Read More
From Go Fast Kids to Calm Kids
How excited do kids get with the start of school approaching? Getting kids to go from the freedom of school holidays to move to that place of being settled and ready for school can be a challenge for some parents. Many children now days are identified as being ADD and... Read More
Got To, Get To ? Change The Way Your Family Thinks
I recently heard a story that has literally changed the way that I, and my family, think about life. The story is as follows:There was once a high-powered woman in her 30s who ran her own company and was massively successful in business. Yet every single day, at 10am, she... Read More
To Test or Not To Test - That Is the Question
Little Suzy has really been having a hard time getting some of her assignments done. When she reads in class, she struggles with many words, and her mother reported at conference time that Suzy spends hours each night on homework. At the same time, Suzy carries on intelligent conversation,... Read More
Are You Meeting ALL Your Childs Basic Needs?
This may come as a surprise, but many parents are unaware ofthe full extent of their child's basic needs.Do you remember the old song by Lennon and McCartney aboutthe girl leaving home after 'living alone for so manyyears'? The parents were desolate. They'd given hereverything money could buy - so... Read More
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A Night Out For Mom & Dad
Is your babysitter watching the kids and your k9 family... Read More
How To Use Positive Child Discipline
I am a single mother of a 17 year old... Read More
Son, Can I Use The Car Tonight?
I recall somewhere in the recesses of my aging brain... Read More
6 Ways to Communicate Clearly with Your Teen
How would you like to have a closer relationship with... Read More
Family Meetings Are Now On The Agenda
"Not another meeting!"That tends to be the reaction from many... Read More
Dinner Table Drama
It has been a long day. Home from work, you... Read More
Visiting the Library
Libraries offer more than books. They are places of learning... Read More
A Dads Thoughts On Dads day
21 Reasons I Love Being A DadWhat you will read... Read More
How to Get Your Children Brand Free
Those of you that have children know what an excursion... Read More
In Defense of the Jelly Bean
Should a parent give a child a tangible reward when... 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
Parents Complaints --- Arrogant Public Schools Turn a Deaf Ear
School authorities continually claim that they want more parent cooperation... Read More
Punishing the Victim -- Why Public Schools Pressure Parents To Give Their Kids Mind-Altering Drugs
Public-school teaching is structured in such a way that it... Read More
Teaching Your Child To Lift a Car
Yesterday my husband Wade took the day off (that's one... Read More
Featured Article on Parenting: The Power of Belonging
Search for Assurance: The Power of BelongingThe job hunt is... Read More
Loving Your Step-Children
Loving your step-child can be both simple and hard. It... Read More
Why Wont My Child Do as I Say?
In speaking with parents a comment I frequently hear is... Read More
Top 50 Mom Quotations
"All that I am or ever hope to be, I... Read More
Would You Hire This Teacher?
Imagine you were the principal of the school that your... Read More
Tips for Single Parents
Prioritize. Learn to say No. Steal some time for yourself.Don't... Read More
Busy Moms, Dont Forget to Take Time Out for You!
As mothers, we play so many different roles and most... Read More
Teaching Kids to Read
We are all so very happy to see that the... Read More
Are You Frustrated With Public Schools?
Join a growing number of parents and teachers!Fact: Last year,... Read More
Parenting Problem? 5 Simple Things That Will Help
What is a parenting problem?Parenting is a tough job, we... Read More
Whos Your Daddy? How to be a Great Dad in 5 to 7 Minutes
I am a dad. I have been now for over... Read More
The Parent Teen Relationship: How Effective is Yours?
It was the homework that did it. Each night became... Read More
Nights by a Pinocchio Lamp
Sitting by her Pinocchio lamp, she smiled at me as... Read More
Diapers: Do You Choose Disposable Or Reusable?
Diapers..Changing a dirty diaper is not the best part of... Read More
Parents/Teens and Money ? 5 Ideas for Keeping the Peace
Children and teenagers are relentlessly bombarded with merchandise that entices.... Read More
Healthy Eating Alone Is Not The Answer
Along with eating healthier we need to be more active.... Read More
Grandparents! Help Your Grandkids Do Math!
This may come as a surprise.But despite all the advances... Read More
What Is Homeschooling And How Do I know If Its Right For My Family?
Do you know what these famous people have in common?Alexander... Read More
Teenagers in America Today
"Family Matters" was the headline that caught my attention in... Read More
Watering Your Young Child?s Mind
Mary, Mary, quite contrary, How does your garden grow? With... Read More
Public-School True Believers with a Mission
One reason public schools get away with educational failure, year... Read More
Responsible Fatherhood - A Unique And Irreplaceable Role!
Something happened the other day that made me feel uneasy.... Read More
Gifts From The Heart: Moms Remember...
To the untrained eye, it might look like a piece... Read More
Be Serious With Your Child Future
As a parent your biggest responsibility is to prepare your... Read More
Building Your Childs Self-Esteem
According to researchers, most children enter school with a good... Read More
Tips For a First-Time Dad
So you're going to become a father. Now is not... Read More
A Quiz for Parents: What Are They REALLY Learning?
Picture this. Your child comes home with a special assignment... Read More
The Metamorphosis of The Brain: Raising Your child to be a Brainiac
The human brain never actually stops developing. Beginning formation in... Read More
Spending Time With Your Child
Why Is Spending Time with Your Child So Important?For children... Read More
Friends Are A Gift You Give Yourself
My oldest boy is fifteen and was a real jerk... Read More
If at First They Dont Succeed - What a Great Opportunity!
When kids try new things, sometimes it's a 'fit' and... Read More
Exams Cause Stress For Parents Too
When it comes to exams, or indeed any academic work,... Read More
Handling Failure -- Teaching Kids How to Profit From It
There is nothing pleasant about failure, at least not at... Read More
?Mommy, I Can?t Sleep!?: Sleep Disturbance in Children
Oh Please, Don't Say Maybe!!!!Are you often a participant in... Read More
Lead with Love:How Mothers Can Use Their Greatest Strength to Manage Around Their Technical Weakness
My wife and I have been working on a video... Read More
The Secrets To Improving Childrens Behaviour
Most parents at some stage are driven to distraction by... Read More
Late Night Adventures with Your Children
Vacations are fun ! Weekends with the family are nice.... Read More
Tips for Keeping Packed Lunches Fun and Interesting
? Let the child choose his or her own lunch... Read More
While You Have the Time, Take the Time
Here in Kansas, where we live, the leaves are turning... Read More
Signs of Child Sexual Abuse
Many families do not want to believe their child is... Read More
Summer Camp Care Packages
Every summer our daughter goes to summer camp. She looks... Read More
How Can I Teach My Child To Be Responsible?
Most of us when asked what we want our children... Read More
Old Wives Tales and Other Things That Just Might Help with ADHD
Here are some tips that I have picked up from... Read More
10 Points on Children for the New Parent
I remember when my daughter was born, later my son.... Read More
Parents of Toddlers and Pre-Schoolers: 7 Universal Laws
1. The Law of the BeastAs parents we need to... Read More
Parents - Create An Emotionally Healthy Connection With Your Child
"I could have helped you if I would have known,... Read More
Sometimes Our Childrens Questions Answer Our Own
I was changing Ford's diaper the other day when he... Read More
Is Your Teen Stressed? Teach Them How to Manage Their Time, Schoolwork, and Leisure Activities
I hear from many parents that their child is stressed... Read More
Raising A High Maintenance Child
Do you have a high maintenance child?"Thank goodness my second... Read More
?Gimme? Proof Your Kids: How To Keep Your Child?s Materialism In Check
It's the first day of the summer holiday. Five year-old... Read More
How To Use Positive Child Discipline
I am a single mother of a 17 year old... Read More
Keeping Your Children Safe
The purpose of this article is to address some of... Read More
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