Parenting
Report Card Time for Mom
What if the tables were turned and you were going to get graded on your child’s report card on your parenting? How do you think you would do?
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Five Mistakes Every Kid Should be Allowed to Make
A parents first inclination is save our children when something goes wrong in their lives. Truth is we all learn better through making our own mistakes.
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A Tale Of Two Posters
With my teens sharing a class for the first time, the inevitable comparisons are making me wonder how I can coax the best out of each of them.
Education
Helping Kids with Homework: Yes or No?
Ah, homework. It can be the bane of your existence. It may be your nightly battle. Here we tackle finding the balance between helping your children accomplish their responsibilities and fostering independence.
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Homework, How Much Should Parents Do
If you’re looking to find the balance between helping too much and teaching them to be successful on their own, this list of homework rules is for you.
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Taking The Power Struggle Out Of Homework Struggles
Power struggles with your teen may feel inevitable, but when you add homework issues to the mix, is there any hope for peace and productivity? I say yes.
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I Am Heading to Hell in a Handbasket Full of Homework
There has been plenty of research that points out how homework isn’t really helping anyone. Let’s discuss.
Education
Three Kids, One Homework Packet…and a Million Distractions
A mom needs help teaching her child effective homework skills, especially when there are younger ones around whose homework is to distract their older sibling.
Young Child
How to Get Your Reluctant Child to Do Homework (without Yelling, Threats or a Double Martini)
This mom shares her secrets.
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My Tips For A Successful School Year
Back to school is here! We have some tips to help you start the school year off right and keep things running smoothly throughout the year.
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Sidestep Homework Battles
Homework doesn’t have to be a battleground in your home; keep in mind a few simple rules for a practical approach and peace can indeed coincide with homework!
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How To Help With Homework If Math Is A 4-Letter Word In Your House
Apparently I’m not the only parent alone in my sentiment of being mystified by grade school math. Here’s how to help your grade schooler without having to go back-to-school yourself.
Young Child
More Purposeful Plans and Family Routines for the School Year
How do you make better use of family time during the school year to keep things feeling light instead of hurried? New habits and purposeful plans are key.
Education
The Homework Blues: Five Strategies for a Better Experience
Homework can be hard on families and we can all benefit from been-there-done-that advice and should be open to learning about new helpful resources, too.