To a certain extent, being a parent today means living in a state of perpetual fear. We worry about our children’s well-being. We see and hear news stories about kidnappings and murders and sick children, and we hope and pray that nothing that terrible ever
Each year, the number of homeschooled children increases, as more and more parents choose to take their kids out of public school and teach them at home. Studies have shown that children who are independently educated are not only more likely to complete their school
Are you having trouble with your boy’s behavior? If so, you aren’t alone! Many parents find the issue of behavior and discipline very tough to negotiate with their sons. But help is at hand. Read on for 4 helpful tips and insights: Clear expectations Firstly,
…Finding deodorant in your freezer, and finding out that there’s a perfectly logical explanation. (“It was melting from being in my car, so I had to firm it up.”) ….Couch cushions on the floor two rooms away from their home couch, because….? … Finding hot
Homework battles are perhaps the most common complaint from parents of boys. “He won’t do his homework,” “He’s so disorganized!” and “If only he’d try…” are near-constant refrains. (Seriously: the next time you’re in the company of parents of boys and the topic of homework comes
“Do as I say, not as I do” is a phrase that a lot of parents like to use. But, does it have much of an impact? The truth is that children learn their generosity, compassion, likes, dislikes, prejudices, choices, lifestyle, behaviors, and attitudes by
Image Source A trip to the seaside can be a great adventure for all the family. However, don’t expect to lounge back and read a book in peace – your kids will want to stay active. When it comes to boys, there are plenty of
The standard bicycle is perhaps the most common gift we give to our children. We either buy them something that helps them get around to visit their friends, or we buy them video games that they’ve been begging us to get for the past few
Whenever school vacation comes around again, parents often have one big concern: how to stop the games console from consuming their child’s mind. While it’s true that most games and mobile apps have some educational aspects, you still can’t deny the value of getting the kids
If your child isn’t enjoying school, it may because he’s being bullied. When you find out a child is being bullied, you wish you could take their place. However, all you can do is give your child the tools they need to stop it from happening.
Raising your kids to be polite is like putting the mirror up to yourself and looking at how your manners really are. If you aren’t polite and you seem to exude a lot of rudeness without realizing it, how can you tell your own children
At 18-years-old, most children will graduate from high school and head off to college a few months later. Most kids are excited about college and all the change that comes with it, but what if you have homeschooled your child for his entire school life and
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