Developing boys’ confidence takes time, but the effort it so worth it. True confidence is essentially self-assurance that’s rooted in knowledge and appreciation of personal abilities or qualities. This kind of confidence is authentic — and only possible when boys are allowed to discover and
Do you have a son who is having a negative experience with school? Do they hate school? There’s nothing necessarily wrong with hating school; chances are, at one point in time, you hated it too. Take some time to figure out why your son doesn’t
In today’s world, financial stability is essential for a comfortable and secure life. But how do you ensure that your family is financially secure? Can you teach financial stability? Yes and no. You can role model responsible money management and you teach your kids about
The best memories are made when families spend quality time together. These memories last a lifetime and are something that can be cherished forever. So if you’re looking for ideas on how to have a fun-filled family vacation, you’ve come to the right place! This
A parent’s desire to protect their child from harm is perhaps the most powerful instinct in the world. So when we see our children going through life and rites of passage, such as learning to drive, dating, or undertaking major exam, we want to give
It’s so important to set a good example for your boys. Raising boys is a challenge — and raising thoughtful, responsible, respectful men of integrity in a society that so often rewards less-than-stellar behavior is a BIG challenge! Your example, however, matters far more than
Do your boys have a hobby? Hobbies can provide relaxation, entertainment, social connections, and skill development. But boys often require some extra support and encouragement to explore their passions. If you have young boys at home and are looking for ways to help them discover
Teaching your teen to drive — and then letting him drive off independently — can be scary. For both of you! Some teen boys are eager to drive. They’ve spent several years observing their parents transport them in various vehicles and have been patiently (or
Instilling a love of learning in your son is one of the greatest things you can do for him. Some children gravitate towards learning, seemingly having a natural passion for new knowledge. But that’s not the case with every child, especially as they get older.
Finding books boys like to read isn’t easy. Especially if you’re a middle-aged mom who generally doesn’t understand what tween and teenage boys like or think. I recently discussed building boys’ reading and literacy skills with educator Todd Feltman, who created and shared this fantastic
A group of middle school boys started a “Pedo Database” because adults didn’t take their complaints seriously. There is something seriously wrong when 6th and 7th grade boys recognize an adult male’s behavior toward preteen girls as creepy and adults fail to act. And yet,
Red flags almost always precede school shootings. We know that; we’ve documented it. And we’ve done next to nothing about it. How many more red flags are we going to ignore before we finally build a bigger, stronger safety net? According to a Washington Post
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